Church Ceremony At Christmas Time Miss Russell Is Bride
Miss Susanne Russell wed William Robert Ward at the First Christian Church in Murphysboro before about 250 guests. Rev Allen J. Collins officiated. The couple reside in Providence Rhode Island after a wedding trip east. Russell is daughter of Earl and Mrs. Russell of Carbondale. Ward is son of Mr. and Mrs. Ward of Murphysboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susanne Russell
William Robert Ward
First Christian Church
Murphysboro
Earl Russell
Carter St
Carbondale
William E. Ward
Clay St
Sandra J. Wyatt
Shirley Jane, Russell
Sandra Russell
David Harvey
Richard Winters
Charles Anderson
Mavion
Paul King Jr
John King
Paul King Pio
United States
Midway Island
Wanda Russell
Ollie Russell
Ann McDowell
Margaret Rushing
Ruth Ann Clough
Jennie Burton
Virginia Tucker
William EB. Ward
Logan Hotel
Benefit St
Apt
Providence
R. L
Ward
Murphysboro Township High School
General Telephone Co
MTHS
Southern Hlinnis
Christmas Music Enriches The Season And Spirits
Marta Bender reflects on how Christmas music spans sacred carols and modern songs, from We Three Kings and O Holy Night to Handel's Messiah and Amahl and the Night Visitors. She notes the role of choir, the power of Hallelujah, and how parental guidance interacts with adolescent independence during the festive season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati” Symphony
England
Revere Teapot Linked to Copley Portrait at MFA
The Boston Museum of Fine Arts acquired a silversmith teapot resembling the one Paul Revere held in John Singleton Copley’s portrait. Bequeathed by a Massachusetts family, it is not the exact teapot but is the closest known to light. The MFA holds the nation’s largest Revere silver collection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Revere
John Singleton Copley
Boston Museum of Fine Arts
Massachusetts
Perry Rathbone
Revere
Sugar Spice Hint For Topping Cookies
A reader suggests adding a pinch of nutmeg or mace to sugar used for sprinkling over cookie tops before baking to enhance aroma and flavor.
Herrin Elks Duplicate Club Yule Party and Bridge Results
The Herrin Elks Duplicate Club held a Friday Christmas party with 26 tables of duplicate bridge. A cocktail party and smorgasbord preceded the games, with winners across four sections in north south and east west directions, listing several area players from Herrin Benton Eldorado Carbondale Harrisburg Johnston City and others. The next duplicate game is scheduled for January 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herrin Elks
Robert Giles
Marton
Isadore. Goldsmith
Herrin
Charles Helleny
Wallace
Owen
J. W. McCord
Jo M. Walker
Jerry. Embser
Benton
James T. Donosky
William Hart
Wayne Gilcomb
Elma Wallace
Harrisburg
Dee
Margrave
William Scribner
Robert Wilson
Eldorado
Lee Tolman
Connie Finney
Wayne Tsanes
Anna
Edna Travis
Christina Richart
Carterville
Robert Hevak
Carbondale
Harold DeWeese
Hazel Green
Robertson couple to host open house for 50th anniversary
Mr and Mrs George Robertson of 1104 Brush Street Johnston City will observe their 60th wedding anniversary with an open house Sunday from 2 to 5 pm at their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Robertson
Brush “St
Johnston City
Carolyn Burks Engaged to Clayton Westerman
Mr and Mrs Junior Leon Burks announce the engagement of their daughter Carolyn Sue Burks to Clayton Westerman son of Mr and Mrs Martin Westerman of Rt 1 Marissa. Carolyn is a 1961 Herrin Township High School graduate and a cashier by occupation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon’ Burks
RE 1
Herrin
Carolyn Sue
Clayton
Hy Westerman
Martin Westerman
Rt. 1
Marissa
Miss Burks
Herrin Township High School
Williams Home Couple Mark 20th Anniversary
An anniversary party for Mr and Mrs Berry Moore at 201 N 20th Street and a double wedding ceremony with Anna Young marks their 20th year since remarriage. The event included neighbors from Murphysboro and Herrin areas. Plans for a larger celebration next year for the 60th are mentioned. The Moores live in St Louis after retirement from Johnston City railroad work. Wedding plans remain indefinite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berry
Moore
20Th Street
Murphijebons
Anna. Youngman
Percy Williams
St. Louis
Johnston
City
Murphysboro
Gar Tie. Cayanger
Herrin
Boren
IGA
Westerman
de Bodine's
Miss Acklin Becomes Bride
Miss Jane Ellen Acklin of Cobden wed Donald Glenn in a ceremony conducted by Father Joseph Orford. The event took place at home and was witnessed by family and friends amid simple formalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Ellen Ackliny
Acklin
Cobden
Donal Glenn
Ford E
Joseph Orford
Couple Celebrates 60th Anniversary in California Home
Mr. and Mrs. George Barnes, long residents of Murphysboro, mark their 60th anniversary with a Dec 24 1908 ceremony at Southern Methodist Church in Murphysboro conducted by Rev. RB Howell. Barnes worked as a contractor after moving to East St. Louis. they have three children, George Barnes Jr. (deceased), Mrs. Mary Wiltrout of Van Nuys California, and Joseph W. Barnes of Belleville, plus three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Pearl Chamberlain Barnes is the daughter of Joseph P. Chamberlain and Martha Lay of Murphysboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George. Barns
Ormer
Murphysboro
Calif
Southern Methodist Chich
RB. P. Howell
Barnes
Mary Wiltrout
van Nuys -Calif
Joseph W. Barnes
Belleville
Baked stuffed potatoes with sour cream and parsley
A home recipe note describes preparing baked stuffed potatoes. Mash the potato pulp with sour cream butter and minced parsley. Fill skins, top with cheddar cheese and reheat until piping hot and lightly browned.
Christmas Party At St Marys Gym Hosts Daughters Of Isabella
Righty members and guests of the Herrin Daughters of Isabella gathered for a Christmas dinner in St. Marys gym on December 14. Mrs. Mary Braven announced plans for a public party January 21 at 2 p.m. in the same gym. Eda Montovi led the social hour. the next meeting is set for January 11 at 7:30 p.m. in St Mary's Gym.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Righty
Herrin’ Daughters of Isabella
St. Mary's Gym
Mary Braven
St. Mary’s Gym
Eda Montovi
St Mary's Gym
Banana dessert bake with lemon and nutmeg notes
A simple baked banana dessert folds lemon juice brown sugar and nutmeg over peeled bananas. Bake in a moderate oven about twenty minutes then top with whipped cream or a dessert topping for a sweet finish.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Miss Russell
William R. Ward
Neunlist Studio
Dr. Goodman
Marta Bender
A. Manger
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Tommy
Mommy
Santa
Papa
McGinnis Store
East Malin
Herrin Elks Duplicate Club
Betty Hartford
Bass Fashion
Shee Anna
Ronnie
Ronnies
Carolyn Burks
Williams Home
Miss Acklin
Donald G. Baggot
Wiggs Studio
Wedgwood
China
Municipal
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