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Riser Civic Club Hosts First Fish Fry in 1962
The Riser Civic Club held its first fish fry last Thursday night July 5 1962 in a wooded lakeside setting. Dr Bill and Libby Thomas hosted with 55 attendees including Libby Thomas and her parents Mr and Mrs B Rainwaters. James M. Kay provided the fish with Libby Thomas preparing sherbet and cake. The event featured gladiola arrangements and a long communal supper with ice tea and soft drinks. The note ends with local notices about births vacations and visits from Ruston and Texarkana residents.
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Riser Civic Club
Henry G
Riser
Dr. Bil
Libby Thomas
Dr. Thomas
James M. Kay
Kay
Bill Bennett
John W. Nelson