Montgomery Woman Attends General Federation Workshop
Montgomery resident Mrs James A Scarbro is among five women chosen to represent eleven million clubwomen in the General Federation of Women’s Clubs and participate in community improvement seminars. The series runs at six universities starting in Valley Forge Pennsylvania with Purdue University University of Georgia Nebraska University of Arizona and University of Oregon. Mrs Scarbro a former GFWC junior membership director notes the program aims to give information inspiration and incentives for federated clubs to engage communities in solving local problems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
James A. Scarbro
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Federation
Sears-Roebuck Foundation
University of Nebraska
Lincoln
University of Arizona
Tucson
University of Oregon
Eugene
Scarbro
GFWC
Prosperous Hills Group Plans Spring Bulb Planting
Prosperous Hills Garden Club announces a spring bulb planting at Dry Hill Prosperity Community Center. At the Thursday meeting in Mrs. Harry Neal’s home, Mrs. Wayne Stewart presented a Bulb Planting lesson while arrangements were judged by secret ballot. Blue ribbons went to Mrs. B. B. Stover, Mrs. Neal, and Mrs. Howard Earehart. red to Mrs. Lawrence Comer. white to Mrs. Thomas Comer. New member Mrs. Chester Webb welcomed. president Mrs. Russell Gene Smith presided. refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prosperous Hills Garden Club
Dry Hill Prosperity Community Center
Harry Neal
Prosperity
Wayne Stewart
B. B. Stover
Neal
Howard Earehart
Lawrence Comer
Thomas Comer
Ches
Hilltop Circle Meeting Seeks Halloween Costumes
The Ladies Mission Circle of Hilltop Baptist Church will hold a meeting at 7 p m Thursday at the home of Mrs Leroy Scott in Crab Orchard. Attendees are asked to dress in Halloween costumes with prizes for the ugliest and the prettiest outfits.
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Green Valley
RNS
Ladies Mission
Hilltop Baptist Church
Leroy Scott
Crab Orchard
Primrose Club Meets at Rappold Home
Primrose Club and Primrose Garden Club members gathered at 908 Woodlawn Ave to hear Clem ent L Schulte discuss Arrangements of the Renaissance Period He showcased three arrangements and Italian containers with Madonnas He traced Rococo and Baroque influences as Mrs Peter Ambrosiani led the business session Co hostess Mrs Francis Parker also assisted Attendees included Mrs James Burke Mrs Lionel Caffee Mrs Howard Griffith Mrs Herman Houchins Mrs James Kenney Mrs George Shriver Mrs Robert Wills and guest Masa R Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Primrose Garden Club
Clement L. Schulte
Woodlawn Ave
Walter Rappold
Shulte
Italy
Peter Ambrosiani
Francis Parker
James R. Burke
Lionel L. Caffee
Howard Griffith
Herman Houchins
James Kenney
George Shriver
Robert Wills
Masa R. Brown
Rockwell Baby Born at Fort Belvoir
St and Mrs W T Rockwell Jr of Falls Church Virginia announce the birth of their son Robert Anthony on October 2 at DeWitt Army Hospital Fort Belvoir Virginia. Mrs Rockwell is the former Patty Daniel daughter of Mr and Mrs Kermit Daniel of Glen Daniel.
Polly's Pointers From Polly's Pointers column ideas
Readers share tips for home sewing cleaning and simple fixes. Marian praises measured detergent bottle use to prevent overfilling irons and spills. Marcia recommends machine stitching on sweaters to prevent raveling and improve fit. Ruth asks about grease removal and Polly name origin confusion. Polly confirms her nickname status and invites ideas for Polly's Pointers for a silver dollar reward.
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Marcia
Polly
Ruth
Mary
Margaret
Polly Polly
Pauline
Raleigh Register
Women's organizations invite notices for meetings column
Community brief inviting women’s groups to submit regular or special meeting notices. Includes contact phone number 253 3321 and mailing address to Beckley Newspapers Women’s Department. Notices received by 10 a.m. are used the same day. Sunday announcements must arrive before 10 a.m. Saturday. Raleigh County Cancer Unit of the American Cancer Society holds a 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Glass House with directors and members.
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Women’s Department of
Beckley
Raleigh County
Supper Circle Meeting at Beckley Presbyterian
Beckley Presbyterian Supper Circle chaired by Mrs. Virgil Sarrett will gather at the church at 6 15 p m Arrangements include a social evening and a family-style meal led by church members with proceeds aiding church programs.
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Beckley Presbyterian Church
Virgil Sarrett
Community group meeting timetable and hosts
Civinette Club Elks Lodge dining room 6 p m American Legion Auxiliary Unit 32 Room 6 Memorial Bldg 8 p m Order of Eastern Star Mel vona Chapter No 1 Masonic Hall 5 30 p m Xi Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority regular meeting Appalachian Social Room 8 p m Mrs William R Vanseoy hostess
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Civinette Club
Elks Lodge
American Legion Auxiliary Unit
Memorial Bldg
Order of Eastern Star
Melvona
Masonic Hall
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Appalachian
P. m
William R. Vanseoy
Stoco Band Mothers Booster Meeting At Jr High
Stoco Band Mothers and boosters meet at Stoco Jr High at 7 30 p m to plan support activities and upcoming performances. Attendees discuss fundraisers uniforms scheduling and volunteer roles for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoco
Stoco Jr. High
Past Matrons Club Meeting At Mrs Salango Home
The Past Matrons Club of Bethlehem Chapter No 71 of the Order of Eastern Star will meet at the home of Mrs Joe Salango on Wright Road at 2 p m The event invites members to gather for the organization s readings and fellowship at the address provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matrons Club of
Bethlehem
Order of Eastern Star
Joe Salango
Wright Road
Thrifty Homemakers Club Meeting Announced
The Thrifty Homemakers Club will hold a business meeting at 6 p.m in the Appalachian Assembly Room with guests expected to arrive at 7 p.m. Members are reminded to bring any reports and updates for discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thrifty Homemakers Club
Appalachian Assembly Room
Cranberry Elementary Home Room Mothers Meeting
A Cranberry Elementary School gathering of home room mothers is slated for 1 p.m. at the school to discuss classroom projects and parent involvement.
Circle No 1 Meeting at Crab Orchard Baptist Church
Circle No 1 of the Crab Orchard Baptist Church gathers at 1 30 p m for a church meeting at the church building.
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The
Crab Orchard Baptist Church
Pleasant Oaks Home Demonstration Club Meeting
The Pleasant Oaks Home Demonstration Club meets at 10 30 a.m. in the community center on Old Eccles Road to discuss upcoming events and share project ideas. Members are urged to bring notes and samples for display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Oaks
Old Eccles Road
Hollywood Elementary Home Room Mothers Meeting
A Home Room Mothers meeting is set at Hollywood Elementary School today at 1 30 p m. Parents and staff gather to discuss classroom activities and upcoming events.
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Hollywood
St Francis de Sales P T O Meeting at Cafeteria
The St Francis de Sales Parent Teacher Organization will meet in the school cafeteria at 7 30 p m. The event is open to parents and staff for planning and fundraising discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Francis de Sales
Beta Sigma Phi Gamma Gamma Meets at Civic Room Raleigh
The Gamma Gamma Chapter holds its regular meeting in the Civic Room of the Bank of Raleigh at 7 30 p m Members are urged to attend and participate in committee reports and plans for upcoming events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gamma Gamma
Beta Sigma Phi
Bank of Raleigh
Women of the Church Meeting at Beckley Presbyterian
Beckley Presbyterian invites women to a general meeting and covered dish luncheon at the church noon. Dr Gladys Smithwick will speak, with attendees sharing dishes and plans for church activities.
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Beckley Presbyterian Church
Gladys Smithwick
Calloway Heights Bible Class Meeting at Rider Drive
Ann Thomas leads the Calloway Heights Community Church Bible Class meeting at the home of Mrs. Robert Mandeville located at 104 Rider Drive, starting at 7 30 p m.
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Ann Thomas
Calloway Heights Community Church
Robert Mandeville
Rider Dr
St Marys Guild Meeting at Mrs Loflin Home
St Marys Guild of St Stephens Church meets at 1 30 p m at the home of Mrs Paul Loflin located 348 N Kawha St the event details indicate a neighborhood social gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Guild of St. Stephens
Paul Loflin
N. Kanawha St
Pinewood Garden Club Meeting at Mrs Brash Home
The Pinewood Garden Club hosted by Mrs Nick Brash at 113 Fulton Ave convenes at 7 30 p m for an evening gathering at her residence.
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Pinewood Garden Club
Nick Brash
Fulton Ave
Beckley Temple No 55 Pythian Sisters Meeting
Beckley Temple No 55 Pythian Sisters welcome members and guests to a Lodge Hall gathering on Valley Drive at 7 30 p m with plans to discuss upcoming activities and community service.
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Beckley Temple
Pythian Sisters
Valley Drive
Woodrow Wilson High School Class of 1950 Reunion Plans
Members of Woodrow Wilson High School class of 1950, home of Ronnie R. Hughes, 314 Mantin Ave., to complete plans for reunion at 3 p.m.
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Woodrow Wilson High School
Ronnie R. Hughes
Mankin Ave
Mission to Moscow Plea for Nylon Stockings from Diplomat Wife
A diplomat's wife in Moscow writes to a friend at home begging for essentials. She pleads for a dozen pair of nylons and other comforts, describing life at a remote outpost of civilization. The note reveals personal hardship and a craving for ordinary goods.
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Moscow
Bridal Shower Honors Mrs. Miser At Home of Mrs. Long
A bridal shower for recently married Mrs. Douglas Miser, formerly Miss Patricia Thomas, was hosted Friday in Sprague at 325 Highland Dr. Attendees included Mrs. Roy Elam and many other friends, with co hosts assisting Mrs. Long.
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Douglas Miser
Robert Long
Highland
J. Cassell
Kelly Dillon
Jack Laws
John Summers
Leo Barnibi
Dorothy Staples
Charlotte Logsdon
Vera Fleenor
Mae Miser
Cordell Way
M. E. Lilly
Long
Tom Brown
John Perry
Dallas Radford
Incidents In The Lives Of People You Know
Short items under this header invite readers to share news about locals. Call with information at one-phone 253 3321 extension 532. The column emphasizes community notices and personal updates from readers.
Raleigh editor Lina MacFarland hospitalized in Beckley
Lina MacFarland woman’s editor of the Raleigh Register is a patient at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital under observation and treatment. She expects to return to work in about a week. Kiam Lilly is also a patient there after a heart attack at his home five weeks ago.
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Lina MacFarland
Raleigh Register
Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital
Kiam Lilly
Mrs Mary Turner to Return Home After NIH Observation
Mrs Mary L Turner of 125 Grant Street is expected to return home Sunday from Bethesda Maryland where she was a patient at the National Institute of Health. She has been under going observation and treatment for two weeks.
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Mary L. Turner
Grant St
Bethesda
National Institute of Health
Reunion Held At Maple Meadow For James A Wood
A Maple Meadow family reunion for James A Wood of Coal City was held Sunday at his old homeplace. His 85th birthday was celebrated with all seven children present and 124 attendees. Grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild count reached 91, with three grandchildren baptized at the Primitive Baptist Church of Lester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen White
RNS
James A. Wood
Coal City
Maple Meadow
Ira Toler
Wood
R. G. Pruitt
Steve Wood
Wayne Stewart
Prosperity
Everett Wood
Surveyor
Fred Richardson
Hanover
Azel Wood
Modern Laundry Prep Cuts Soaking Time Sharply
Years ago presoaking garments overnight caused graying. Modern detergents and washing appliances reduce soaking to about 15 minutes, speeding prep for laundering.
Birthday Party Honors Betty Bower at 15
Betty Bower, a Jumping Branch sophomore at Hinton High, was honored Saturday at a 7 p.m. party hosted by her mother Eva Bower. The event featured music by the Pack Boys and guests from Jumping Branch and nearby towns, including Rosa Simman Joyce Keaton Gary Lilly Danny Lilly Sammy Pack Steve Meadows Larry Meador Joyce West Connie Bower Jerry Moomaw Todd Wadwell Alan Wadwell Leslie West Judy West Albert Lowe Jackie Whittaker Diana Scarbro.
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Betty Bower
Eva Bower
Hinton High School
Pack
Rosa Simman
Joyce Keaton
Gary
Danny Lilly
Sammy Pack
Steve Meadows
Larry Meador
Joyce West
Connie Bower
Jerry Moomaw
Daniels
Todd
Alan Wadwell
Beckley
Leslie and
Judy West
Mt. View
Albert Lowe
Jackie Whittaker
White Oak
Diana Scarbro
Mabscott
Mrs Essie Adams Patient at Beckley Regional Hospital
Mrs Essie Adams of Midway is reported as a patient at Beckley Regional Hospital. The notice notes her hospitalization status and location, with no additional conditions or timelines provided.
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Essie Adams
Midway
Beckley
Enn
Weekend Guests At Reece Burns Home
Weekend guests at the home of the Rev and Mrs Reece Burns 504 S Kanawha St were their daughter Anita Burns a teacher from Dunkirk New York and their son Bill a student at West Virginia Wesleyan Buckhannon.
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Reece Burns
S. Kanawha St
Anita Burns
Dunkirk
N.Y
Bill
West Virginia Wesleyan
Buckhannon
Lilly Freshman Spends Weekend With Athens Family
Concord College freshman Roger Lilly of Athens spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Russell B Lilly of Maxwell Hill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Lilly
Concord College
Athens
Russell B. Lilly
Maxwell Hill
Slemp Visit To Beckley VA Hospital Reveals Brother Bond
Mr and Mrs B B Slemp from Bluefield Virginia traveled to Beckley to visit Campbell Slemp at the Beckley Veterans Administration Hospital. The family visit underscores steady connections among residents and veterans' care facilities in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. B. Slemp
Bluefield, Va
Campbell Slemp
Scott Ave
Beckley Veterans Administration Hospital
MacArthur Visitors Depart After Ohio Trip
Mr and Mrs Ronald Chapman and son Ronald Jr visit W W Chapman’s home in MacArthur before leaving today for Wellington Ohio. Mr and Mrs Glenn Saul and daughters Deb ie Diane and Midge visit Doris Saul in Coal City and plan to return to Oberlin Ohio today. The Air Force Academy, established in 1955, is the newest U S service academy.
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Midge
Doris Saul
Coal City
Sauls
MacArthur Area
Oberlin
Ohio
The
Air Force Academy
U. S
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