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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1947
Page
8
Mrs C J McQuade and her husband were honored at a Dutch luncheon and handkerchief shower at the Beckley Hotel as they prepare to relocate to Denver Colorado. The gathering included friends Mrs C G Peregoy and many others who shared the occasion.
The Woman's Auxiliary of Post 32, American Legion installs new officers led by Mrs. Harry Anderson as president and Mrs. A P Stevenson as first vice president. Past state presidents Mrs. Ben F. Dorsey and Mrs. Fred Roschi assisted, with a report on rehabilitation spending over 700 dollars and 15 veteran visits totaling 280 dollars. Two whistling solos by Mrs. Margaret Davis Were featured.
In ancient Babylon letters were written on tile tablets and enclosed in baked clay envelopes. The method preserved messages and protected contents as part of early communication practices.
Dr. Fred Richmond of Raleigh General Hospital addressed ethics in doctor patient care at the Raleigh General Nurses Alumnae Association meeting held at the nurses home on Woodlawn Avenue. The program noted the state nurses meeting in Huntington October 30 31 and November 1 with several local members planning to attend. Refreshments for 19 members and four honorary members were served by Mrs. Sarah Brown Mrs. Allegra Lilly and Miss Margaret Prince.
A new bride Mrs. Clifton Martin was honored at a shower hosted by her mother in law Mrs. E W Martin in Terry. Mrs Glenn Upton assisted with decorations and games. attendees included Miss Betty Kenner Miss Letty Mae Neeley and many others plus guests from Tampa Florida.
Boy Scouts from Troop Six of the First Baptist Church received Camp Wilderness Awards at an outdoor meeting hosted by Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Wood at 337 Burgess Street. Murrill Ralston earned a one year service star, reported by scoutmaster Albert Allen Jr. Refreshments followed the session.
The Rev and Mrs L A Garten were honor guests at a surprise party at their Mabscott home for their 30th wedding anniversary. Guests included Luther Talbert Herbert Chambers Roscoe Pitzer Clinton Pitzer Jim Talbert Lewis Talbert Joyce June Talbert Donald Brown Emmett Brown Mary Patty Brown Donald Crumb Wayne Brown O R Phillips Bonnie Griffith Leslie Garten Jr Jane Hughart Eugene Weaver Jewel Snuffer Edward Garten Juanita Richmond Davis Snuffer and other friends. Gifts came from Norman Garten Ross Curtis Lloyd Talbert Sam Dawson and Ezra Underwood.
Miss Barbara Richmond hosted a party at a farm home on Johnstown Road in observance of Jewell Bressler's birthday. Attendees included Ann Nagy Joyce Moss Betty Corona Jane Ann Sparks Kath erine Arndt Reba Hogan Nancy Stover Loretta Poland Neka Bressler Anna Richmond June Holliday Jewell Bressler Anna Holliday Jeff Bennett Randal Broyles Joe Muschines Edward Martin Harold Knuckles Bunky Johnson Jimmy Woods Bobby Fink Ray Poland Felix Shumate Jake Bressler Davie Hudson Jim Turner Dick Curtis Tommy Olson Vito Rizzi Mr and Mrs H M Bressler Mr and Mrs Fred Thorne Mrs Dottie Richmond and Mrs Fern Boggs Also sending gifts but not attending were Mrs Joe Mc Manus Lula Belle Quesenberry Mrs Bruce Gamble Lewis Mc Manus and R D Lambert.
Paris fashion shows revive Mae West contour with midcalf hems and a toned down barrel line. Designers from Mad Carpentier to Christian Dior feature dropped shoulders, hipper silhouettes, and plenty of fur trim. Evening wear showcases encrusted brilliants, embroidery, and luxurious fabrics from velvet to moire taffeta.
The Young People’s Fellowship of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church elected Sula Soter as president for four months. Supporting officers named are Skippy Smith as vice president Nancy Bowers as secretary and Edna Corey as treasurer.
The Beckley Art Group named librarian Mrs. Marvy Reese an honorary member and patroness during a meeting at the public library. Plans for the new year were outlined by president Mrs. B. P. Knight, including more workshops in sketching model clay and refinishing old furniture.
Miss Joan Goss daughter of Mr and Mrs L B Goss of 209 Crawford Street begins duties as a supervisor at Raleigh General Hospital. Her planned finish from Laird Memorial Hospital was Sept 5 but she worked through vacation and finished early. She is a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and trained at Montgomery. Mrs Goss a nurse for Dr John Whitlock and her sister Janith entered training at Laird Memorial Sept 2.
Approximately 50 members of the Young Woman's Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church met Tuesday night for their regular session. Mrs. Virginia Wauhop led the program with three guests Mrs. Earl Snyder Martha Ellen Snyder and Mrs. Robert Thompson.
U S Attorney Gerald A Gleeson gave a lift to a man from Ocean City New Jersey en route to Philadelphia. Upon arrival the hitchhiker presented Gleeson with two orchids from his lunch pail and asked him to give them to his wife, saying he works at an orchid farm and carries flowers to show appreciation for rides.
About 543000 business concerns in the United States engage in motor vehicles or services for motor vehicles.
An Atlanta teen night club offering sandwiches and soft drinks operates from 8 to 11 30 p m with a 50 cent minimum. Started by fourteen teens backed by Junior Achievement the venue attracts about 150 on Saturdays and aims to provide a lively safe dancing space for youths.
Beckley residents return from travels and moves while relatives visit. Jean Morton and J H Buchanan vacationed at Atlantic City. Wallace Warren returns from Stamford Connecticut. Earl Thornton relocates to Richmond for work. J Marion Roschi arrives to enroll at local college. Margaret Meador begins nurse training at Charleston General. Local social circuit includes the Musical Ministers’ dinner hosts.
Mrs William Bitzer will headline the Beckley District educational seminar at Ansted Methodist Church. She serves as conference secretary of missionary education and service and will speak on We the Peoples of the United Nations and on Program Building. Mrs Marvin McElfresh will vend the textbook. About 125 to 150 women from 61 societies expected to attend, opening at 10 am with Mrs O A Phillips presiding.
Lucy Sue Bowers hosted a farewell Coke party at Woodlawn Avenue yesterday. Guests bound for West Virginia University included Mary Goldsmith Midge Carter Helen Martin Martha Sanders Ann Duval Mary Louise Klaus and Sue May. Also attending were Patty Sanders headed to West Virginia Wesleyan Margaret Sloan Jean Fugitt to the University of Michigan and Mrs E M Payne Jr and Mrs J E Otto.
A reader suggests snacks to keep energy high at work. Homemade fudge or butterscotch, an ice cream tray, and ice cream sodas with coffee are proposed. The note ends with a sign off from Vivian.
Mr and Mrs William C Carter announce a daughter Sharyon Elizabeth born at Raleigh General Hospital on September 6 at 538 am weight six pounds nine ounces. Mrs Carter is Mildred Jones of Jackson IA. Mr and Mrs Ronald L Whalen Sophia announce their son Ronald Leman Jr born at Raleigh General Hospital weight seven pounds seven ounces. Mother is Revia Belle Lloyd Sophia. Mr and Mrs Frederick Meyer 1018 Fairview Avenue announce a son born at Beverly Hospital at 400 pm yesterday.
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