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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1955
Page
6
Members of the Foreign Club of University Carbondale will hold a carol party Wednesday with 34 members. They will wear red flannel peaked caps carry song books and lanterns and sing in Latin French and Spanish before gathering at Mrs. Evelyn Rieke's home at 910 Lake Street for refreshments.
Miss Patricia Nell Thompson of Mulkeytown married Loyd W. Friend on November 19 at 6 pm in Greenwood Church. Rev. John Mann officiated. Attendants included Marjorie Burton as matron of honor and Richard Smith as best man. The couple’s families reside in Missouri and Iowa.
The newest preservation technique uses Aureomycin to keep poultry fresh longer. Wilbur Miller of American Cyanamid reports that less than a tablespoonful can preserve a quarter-ton of poultry for twice the normal period, highlighting the antibiotic’s acceptance by federal testing services.
Leona Spann and Ronald Piper wed in a single ring ceremony at the bridegroom’s home November 26. The couple, both graduates of Lesser High School, live in St Louis and Chicago respectively. guests served punch after a reception.
Almira and Alfred Presley installed as worthy matron and patron of Carbondale Chapter 467 OES Illinois during December 2 ceremonies in Masonic Hall. Officers installed include Ruby Cutler as associate matron Homer Cutler associate patron Edna Kirby secretary Eva Atwood treasurer Julia Hill conductress Helen Troutt and others with Hazel Roope and Ruth Harriss assisting.
Ruth Millett argues that while some women have shown it possible to balance marriage and a career, many factors must be weighed. The piece outlines endurance, partner support, financial shifts, and family dynamics as essential considerations before pursuing dual roles.
Xi Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi in Murphysboro organizes a Christmas project prior to its annual dinner at Tom's Place. Members plan Santa favors sales for two downtown stores to aid the Association for Mentally Retarded Children.
Murphysboro VFW Auxiliary initiated five candidates: Villa Bastien, Mildred Levan, Cynthia Russell, Evelyn Crisler, and Myrtle Doty. Guests from Carbondale included Mrs. Jean Eaton and others. Plans were made for the Christmas dinner on December 17 with Claus treats for children and music by Mrs. Jessie Carr.
Mrs Albert Sink of Lesser was guest of honor at a bassinet shower hosted by Mrs Willie Stubblefield on December 2 with 35 guests and prizes to Mrs Lawrence Winemiller, Mrs Ora Spann, Mrs Angelina Romani, Mrs Burl Spann, and Miss Connie Johnson. A separate December 2 household shower for Mr and Mrs Jimmie Lee Hamilton was held at the Lesser Community Building. A prize went to Mrs James Arnold. Knits dominate fashion this season featuring satin bound coats and bulky knit sweater dresses and full length knitted evening coats.
Help decorate the tree on Dec 16. The next auxiliary meeting is Dec 20 and will be a Christmas event. Refreshments will be served and there will be a dollar gift exchange.
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Mott of Cunningham and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Ward of Bardwell returned home after visiting Mrs. Ernest Stratton, hospital patient at Christopher Miners Hospital. Bob Shipley of Marshalltown Iowa visited Zeigler with the Taylors and Charlene. Zeigler residents Mr. and Mrs. George Hickey hosted Mr. Hickther and Nip Flickey from Iowa with Edith Pete and Maudie Lee.
Prepare a two layer cake using cake mix. Split one layer in half to form two thin layers. Sandwich with vanilla pudding. Frost top with chocolate frosting. Save remaining cake layer for another meal with penuche frosting.
Miss Rhoda Neal of Christopher celebrated her fourth birthday with a party at home Tuesday afternoon. Elaine Mueller and Gary Janello won game prizes as 12 children and six adults enjoyed refreshments. Nearby, Jim Janello and Dusty visited St. Louis with relatives, while Christopher Junior Woman's Club members attended West Frankfort Junior Club events Tuesday night.
A practical guide notes that teaching a baby to snap out the light can begin before one year. Once learned, this small skill eases bedtime by reducing unchanging routines and gives parents a sense of progress during the long holding period.
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