Herrin Flower Show Winners Told at First Annual Show
The Herrin Gardeners held their first annual flower show Saturday at the Scout Cabin in Herrin with 136 horticutural, 64 artistic entries and 19 out of town entries. Sweepstakes honors went to Mrs. Margaret Holland. second to Mrs. Taffie Helleny. Don Holland won the most awards among men. Blue ribbons awarded to numerous winners including Mrs. Ina Sanders, Mrs. Fred Myers, Mrs. Frank Ballone, and others. Children’s awards went to Cheri Peterson and others. Area entries came from Murphysboro, Jonesboro, and Lawrenceville. Judges included Mrs. George Lord and Mrs. C. T. Jeffries. Next Herrin Gardeners meeting set for June 24.
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Herrin Gardeners
Fierrin
Margaret Holland
Taffie Helleny
Don Holland
Ina Sanders
Fred Myers
Frank Ballone
A. H. Gerhardt
H. C. Bull
Thomas Wands
Opal Wands
June Sanders
Garden Clubs of
Illinois
George Lord
Jonesboro
C. T. Jeffries
Carbondale
L. A. Mylius
Vernon
Max McCarty
Mt. Vernon
R. O. Slves
Lawrenceville
Rolla Jordan
Norris City
Lowell Smith
Hospital Auxiliary Names Officers at Cole Library Meeting
Mrs. Ralph Darling was elected president of the Chester Hospital Auxiliary at a quarterly Cole Library meeting. Retiring president Mrs. Callie Smith conducted the session. Other officers include Mrs. William Cowgar first vice president Mrs. Roy White second vice president Mrs. J Clay Tindall recording secretary Mrs. William Haier corresponding secretary and Mrs. Lester Schulte treasurer. The group announced a traveling food basket project for summer and a baby photo service by Laas Studio at the hospital. The auxiliary closed its first year with 85 active and 49 inactive members. Dues are $1 for active and $5 for inactive members. Next general meeting will be in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Darling
Chester Hospital
Cole Library
Callie Smith
William Cowgar
Roy White
J. Clay Tindall
William Haier
Lester Schulte
Ways and Means
Laas
Girdle Wardrobe Tips for Longevity
A girdle should be washed after each wearing to preserve its shape. Maintain a girdle wardrobe of about six to rotate through the week.
Herrin Eagles Auxiliary Wins First In Ritual
The Herrin Eagles Auxiliary won first place in ritualistic work at the state convention held in East St. Louis. Eighteen auxiliaries competed with Freg second and third place awards announced by Mrs. Inez Miller. The event ran Thursday through Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagles
Herrin
East St. Louis
Inez Miller
Ex Murphysboro Girl Is Named Miss Riverside of 1958
Sandra Jennings of Riverside California, daughter of Air Force Major A M Jennings formerly of Murphysboro, is crowned Miss Riverside 1958 and will compete at Miss California in Santa Cruz this month. She holds several Poly High School titles, was homecoming queen, ROTC sponsor, Miss Posture, cheerleader, Queen Scheherazade at the Riverside County Fair, and has won numerous sewing and swimming honors. Her vital stats are 35 24 35.
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Sandra Jennings
Riverside, Calif
Air Force
A. M. Jennings
Murphysboro
Riverside
Santa Cruz
Atlanta
Miss Jennings
Fitie Borgsmiller
Poly High School
Poly High
Posture
Cora Jones
Altar Society To Serve Reception at St Andrews
The Ladies Altar Society of St Andrews Church in Christopher held a regular meeting in the church basement. Plans were made for the June 21 wedding of Miss Ann Severi with the society to handle the reception. Prizes were awarded to several members for games, and cherry pie a la mode plus fruit punch were served by hostesses Martha Marlo and Marie Meinert.
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Ladies Altar Society of
St. Andrews Church of Christopher
Marie Vincenti
Ann Severino
Emma Giachetto
Ann Huha
Ann Niani
Marie Bima
Lydia Zimmer
Florence Bevigani
Martha Marlo
Marie Meinert
Pretty Salad and Pineapple Stem Garnish Recipe
A vivid dish shows a pineapple centerpiece salad. Peel a ripe pineapple and ball the meat, place cottage cheese on greens, cover with pineapple balls, and add mint or a pineapple leaf to resemble grapes. Bright, crisp flavors and a decorative stem finish.
Pineapple Refrigeration Tips For Ripening and Fresh Use
Fresh pineapple aroma can spread inside the box and affect other foods. Wrap fruit in foil wax paper or plastic wrap until ready to use. Keep cut pineapple in a covered bowl. Chill only briefly 50 to 55 degrees slows ripening rather than refrigerating.
Former Area Girl Darla Violett Valedictorian
Miss Darla Violett of Paducah Kentucky was valedictorian of the 1953 class at Paducah Junior College during recent commencement exercises. She attended Williford near Creal Springs and Marion High School, and is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Barney A Violett. Her mother, the former Miss Mary Ward, taught for a mun-
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Darla Violett
Paducah
Paducah Junior College
Miss Violett
Williford
Creal Springs
Marion High School
She
Barney A. Violett
Mary Ward
Luella Amon Class Plans Thursday Potluck Dinner
The Luella Amon Sunday School Class of First Methodist Church Carbondale will meet Thursday at 6 p m for a potluck supper at Esther Peyne residence 922 W Walnut St. Each member should bring a covered dish and her own table service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luella Amon
First Methodist Church
Carbondale
Esther Peyne
Walnut St
Rural school years counted in Williamson County
The article notes the number of years of operation or enrollment associated with the rural schools of Williamson County, detailing historical context and implications for local education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamson County
Seventy Is Merely Her Age Not Mark Of An Elderly Woman
Ruth Millett profiles a 70 plus woman who defies aging stereotypes. She stays neat, stylish, and open to new ideas, living alone yet active, entertaining, and engaged with friends, neighbors, and sports. The piece emphasizes many women in their 70s and 80s share her vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Millett
How to introduce your husband in social settings
The guidance says refer to your husband by his first name or as my husband rather than by title. When introducing him, say This is my husband or I want you to know Jim. Do not use May I present Mr Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Brown
Jim
Convention Set For Marion Illinois Eagles Auxiliary
The 1959 state convention of the Illinois Eagles Auxiliary will be held in Marion. Delegates chose Marion as the site at East St. Louis on Sunday. Mrs. W. T. Bradley of 70142 W Main St was elected state president and had organized the Marion Auxiliary eight years ago and served as state chaplain in 1957.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois Eagles
East St. Louis
Juan
Illinois Eagles Auxiliary
Marion
Eagles
W. T. Bradley
W. Main St
Marion Auxiliary
Louisiana Residents Visit in Murphysboro
Mr and Mrs Laura Blackwell and children from Denham Springs Louisiana visit relatives in Murphysboro and Carbondale guests of Mrs Blackwells parents in Carbondale and grandparents in Murphysboro They celebrate three June birthdays with a Waller family dinner also attending are Mr and Mrs Lester Turner Janet Lee Norman Waller Melba Love Thelma and Linda Kay
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Blackwell
Gary
Karen
Gale
Denham Springs
Murphysboro
Carbondale
Waller
Lester Turner
Janet Lee
Norman Waller
Melba Love
Thelma
Linda Kay
Secret Doors Guard Art in Weld Room at BU Faculty Club
Boston University Faculty Club preserves a doorless room built by original owner Dr. Charles Weld to shelter a valued art collection. Hidden panels open to access the space, maintaining secrecy around the prized items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston University
Charles Weld
Beauty Whining Voice Is Depressing By Alicia Hart
The column asserts mature beauty surpasses youth but warns a whining voice erodes appeal. It claims a cheerful outlook is the cure and urges the woman to find a single bright spot in life to avoid a dreary self view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alicia Hart
Quiet Day Sparks Social Reshaping
A dreary day triggers a transformation as her voice shifts automatically and alters how others react. People who once avoided her begin to welcome her presence once the change occurs, reshaping social dynamics in subtle, hopeful ways.
Perfume that Clings and Lasting Scent Tip
Dear Penny advises on long lasting fragrance and recommends Liquid Skin Sachet from Houbigant. The Chan tilly sachet smooths on skin and lingers due to slower diffusion. Sold for $2.00 plus tax at Hewitt Drug Store 114 South Illinois, Carbondale.
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Penny
Houbigant
Chantilly
Hewitt Drug Store
South
Illinois
Carbondale
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