Johnsons attend Vanderbilt commencement in Nashville
Mr and Mrs Gerald Hart Johnson accompanied by Dr and Mrs O E Johnson all for Anna to Nashville Tennessee on May 31 where Gerald took part in commencement exercises at Vanderbilt University. Johnson completed his requirements in January and received his Bachelor of Law degree. Baccalaureate was held on Sunday.
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Gerald Hart Johnson
O. E. Johnson
Anna
Nashville
Tenn
Gerald
Vanderbilt University
Johnson
Chatterboxes Welcome Two New 4-H Members
The Murphysboro Chatterbox 4-H club welcomed Rita Hooks and Jo Ann Caterino at the June meeting. Leader Stella Lamendola appointed members to give demonstrations at the June 15 gathering at 6:30 p.m. at Frances Bover's home.
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Murphysboro
Chatterboxes
4-H Club
Rita Hooks
Jo Ann Caterino
Stella Lamendola
Frances Bover
Underwater Breath Hold Technique Described
The note outlines a technique to hold breath as long as possible followed by a controlled push back to the surface. It emphasizes maintaining calm, steady strokes and careful timing to avoid pressure change discomfort.
Drownproof Your Family Teach Safe Water Survival
The article explains a buoyant body can float for hours with minimal energy by using the SINK method. Instructor Fred R. Lanoue, who taught the system to the Navy, advises teaching children this survival technique before swimming. Start in shallow water and progress to deeper water for practice.
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Fred R. Lanoue
Navy
Lanoue
Are We Failing To Teach Our Children How To Be Alone
Ruth Millett argues parents overly focus on social acceptance at the expense of teaching children to enjoy solitude and think for themselves. She urges guiding kids toward reading, music, hands-on activities, and appreciating nature to build honesty, dependability, and courage for life’s later demands.
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Ruth Millett
Why No Cooperation in School
Dr Goodman argues children resist learning due to tension, fear, and hunger. He urges teachers to love all children, observe their needs, and address underlying causes with calm, understanding. The piece promotes thoughtful parental and community support and offers a free booklet by mail.
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David Goodman
Guild To Meet At Centenary Methodist Church Murphysboro
The Wesleyan Service Guild of Centenary Methodist Church Murphysboro will hold its June meeting at 7 30 p m Thursday in the church basement. Hostesses are Mrs Orville Denny and Mrs Oscar Maerker. The groom's bachelor party may be held by the groom or his friends. it used to be the night before the wedding but is often earlier now.
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Wesleyan Service Guild
Centenary Methodist Church
Murphysboro
Orville Denny
Oscar Maerker
SKF
Sunset Bivd
Hollywood 28
Calif
Mayor and Mrs Joe Williams Return from Kentucky Vacation
Mayor and Mrs. Joe Williams of Murphysboro have returned Sunday from a vacation in Kentucky. They reported a pleasant trip and plans to resume duties.
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Joe Williams
Murphysboro
Kentucky
Springfield Visit by Mrs Marie Mileur and Family
Mrs Marie Mileur of Murphysboro is visiting Springfield with her son Arnold Mileur and family.
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Springfield
Marie Mileur
Murphysboro
Arnold Mileur
Sparta OES Holds Annual Guest Night
Sparta Chapter No. 411 of the Order of Eastern Star held its annual worthy matron and worthy patron night at the Masonic Temple in Sparta. Mrs. Mamie Branlet of Harrisburg chapter, a member of the Grand Chapter of Illinois Special Courtesy committee, was guest of honor with guest officers from Southern Illinois chapters in attendance.
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Sparta
Order of Eastern Star
Masonic Temple
Mamie Branlet
Harrisburg
Grand Chapter
Illinois
Southern Illinois
Alma Brown Named Worthy Matron and George McNeill Worthy Patron
Mrs Alma Brown is named worthy matron of the chapter and George McNeill is named worthy patron in a ceremonial appointment reflecting leadership roles within the organization.
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Alma Brown
George McNeill
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