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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1981
Page
7
F A O Schwarz experts pick the ten most-loved toys for Christmas, led by Monopoly which has sold 80 million sets since 1935 in 18 languages and 29 countries. The toy emporium stresses long lasting appeal, safety, and consistent interest as keys to enduring favorites.
A nostalgic roundup of popular toys and origins from the era. Barbie’s 1958 debut meets enduring demand with 20 million yearly sales. Teddy bear inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s humane hunting stance. Raggedy Ann features a heart message. Frank Lloyd Wright as inspiration for builders and designers. Roller skates reflect shifting childhood culture.
Mr and Mrs Otis Holloman of Vienna mark their golden wedding anniversary with a 2 to 4 pm reception Sunday at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Club in Vienna Their Christmas Day 1931 marriage in Hardin County linked them to daughter Betty Fritsch of Elgin son Jackie of Vienna and four grandchildren Friends and relatives are invited no gifts requested
Counseling advice for a sex life crisis in a Seattle reader calls for therapy if needed and personal exploration. The column suggests the wife seek counseling if the husband refuses. A Raspberry Gelatin dessert recipe follows with ingredients and simple steps.
Mr and Mrs Elsworth T Shepherd of Thompsonville celebrate their 50th anniversary with an open house 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Cave Township Hall. They were married December 27 1931. They have son Charles Edward of Bradley, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. Friends invited. They request no gifts.
Mr and Mrs Robert Giles of Marion mark their 40th wedding anniversary with a holiday open house from 2 to 4 p m Sunday at their daughter Linda Roses home 105 Edgewood Park Westernaire Estates Marion The couple married December 27 1941 in Marion They have four children Bob Jr Jim Linda Rose and Ellen Bundren and nine grandchildren Friends and relatives are invited no gifts requested
Mr. and Mrs. Jesse A. Evans of Paulton will mark their 40th wedding anniversary with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Pleasant Grove Church. Evans and the former Betty Stone were married in St. Louis on December 24, 1941.
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