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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1966

Page

24

Miss Picantine Weds Michael Ray Mercer at Herrin Church

Deloris Picantine and Michael Ray Mercer wed at the First Methodist Church of Herrin with Rev. Ed Souders officiating. Attendants Barbara Dodgen and Charles Venoski, both of Herrin, stood beside the couple. The newlyweds reside at the Great Lakes Naval Station where Mercer serves in the Navy. Gamma Delta chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held a pirate party for the final meeting of the 1965-66 year. prizes went to Mrs. Gertrude Snider, Mrs. Bill Holloway, and Mrs. Dale McNair. Regular meetings resume in September.

Deloris Picantine Michael Ray Mercer First Methodist Church Herrin Lego Picantine Benton Bob Mercer Ed Souders Barbara Dodgen Charles S. Venoski Great Lakes Naval Station Gamma Delta Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Gertrude Snider Bill Holloway Dale McNair

Harris Engagement Planned for Barbara Ann Harris

Miss Barbara Ann Harris of Murphysboro will marry Freddie Sarensen of Gorham in August. Barbara Ann is a 1966 graduate of Murphysboro Township High School. Freddie Sarensen, a 1964 graduate of Mississippi Valley High School, Gorham, is in the Air Force stationed in Warner Robins, Georgia.

James Sarensen Gorham Miss Harris Murphysboro Township Sarensen Mississippi Valley High School Air Force Warner Robins

Ann Landers Urges Help for Alcoholism and First Meetings

The column urges seeking outside help through Alcoholics Anonymous and the National Council on Alcoholism, stressing the first meeting as pivotal. It reflects on stigma, loneliness, and the need for a welcoming approach to new attendees, plus a confidential aside about a wilted bouquet and a harsh marriage remark.

Alcoholics Anonymous National Council On Alcoholism W.L. Miller Ohio Penitentiary Columbus A.A British Isles

Peppermint oil flavoring tip from the drugstore

A brief note suggests obtaining oil of peppermint at a drugstore for flavoring. The line implies a practical, everyday source for culinary aroma.

Jacoby On Bridge South Begins Play Right

South misplays a bridge hand after a strong opening, overruffing club tricks and allowing West to win with a heart lead. The analysis notes East could have held diamonds, yet South miscounted, leading to a two-trick loss and a failed overtrick plan.

West East South

Ferges Unit Hosts Homemakers Lesson On Marriage Skills

The Ferges unit of the Williamson County Homemakers Extension Association meets at Mrs. Paul Becker's home. Mrs Snyder Howell and Mrs Clyde Trout present a program on preparing young people for a successful marriage and family life. Mrs Emil Ranchino delivers the minor lesson. members bring plants or seeds to exchange.

Snyder Howell Clyde Trout Ferges Williamson County Homemakers Extension Association Emil Ranchino Paul Becker

Mediterranean wrought iron and basket ware at Mardale Shopping Center

XK Tom Kila at Mardale Shopping Center in Carbondale introduces a new Mediterranean decor line with wrought iron candlesticks candelabrum and wall mounts plus seven foot high peacock wall decor. Basket ware in chestnut brown offers sewing baskets waste baskets urns and display pieces with Spanish carved wood accents showcased in the front window.

Spain

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Herrin Church Miss Picantine Mercer Navy Pirate Party Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ray Mercer Clyde Harris Murphysboro Barbara Ann Freddie Saren Sen Barbara Ann Harris Ann Landers Jacoby Oswald Jim Jacoby North Carbondale South Illinois Sportswear & Gifts Walnut SELIG W. Main Carbondale, Illinois Zwick’s Betty Rose Stafford Zwick’s Ladies’ Store H. T. Wright Doris Murphysbore Tom Kila Mardale Shopping Center Kila. Xloyhi
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