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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1959
Page
7
The class invites teachers of the year to attend and asks contacts to reach any committee member as contact with some has been lost. A picnic is planned for June 13 for Bible School students at Christopher First Christian Church. The school starts Monday, runs 9 to 11 a.m. for two weeks and is open to children aged 4 through intermediates.
A compact cautionary note on footwear by a 1959 housewife, arguing shoes at home reduce accidents while acknowledging barefoot walking on beaches can strengthen foot muscles. It contrasts Native American barefoot history with midcentury domestic life and waxed floors that are slippery.
Alicia Hart reports that barefoot living at home can lead to serious foot injuries. National Safety Council notes 4,250,000 accidents occur in homes yearly, often involving bare feet. Hazardous floors, splinters, dropped tools, and nails threaten arches, toenails, and infections.
The Marion High School 1939 graduates plan a noon July 4 reunion at Marion City Park with a picnic lunch and family games. Several classmates remain uncontacted and readers with current addresses are asked to call or write. The piece also notes advice on housewives dressing for work and proper footwear.
Mr and Mrs George Otey of Herrin return home after visiting a son in law and a daughter Mrs Robert Sager in Kan long trip noted in local society column.
Mrs Sager and her children David and Julie are spending the week in Herrin enjoying family time and local sights.
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