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Newspaper

The Daily Mail

Location

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1950

Page

2

Miss Chapman Hosts Sorority Meeting in Sharpsburg

Miss Mabel Chapman of Sharpsburg hosted the Shepherds town Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau for the September meeting. Officers for the year were installed led by Carroll J. Stouffer with Hazel Fridinger introducing David Huddle. plans were made for upcoming meetings, student deployments, and parent involvement at local schools.

Mabel Chapman Sharpsburg Shepherdstown Alipha Sigma Tau Lincoln John C. Long Hagerstown Carroll J. Stouffer Fred J. Gladwin Samuel Marshall Daid Miller Thomas Bragonier Stouffer Misa Hazel Fridinger David Huddle Williamsport Westthe School Fred Knapp Maryland College Westmindergarten Elizabeth Barton Naomi Coffman Mary Waddy Eleanor Wood Virginia Casey Dolores McCann Taylor Mary Moore Rea Grove Harry Swartzenbach

Miss Betty Miller Undergoes Operation at Washington County Hospital

Miss Betty Miller daughter of Mr and Mrs George Miller of Mara ymount is a patient at Washington County Hospital after undergoing an operation.

Betty Miller George Miller Maraymount Washington County Hospital

Local notices scarce as readers eye vacation tales

Fragmentary OCR lists names and brief mentions of people traveling, visiting relatives, and family events. Mentions include Dr Drake Lombardo and infant daughter, Mr and Mrs Walter Fiery and Edna Lehman on vacation at Ocean City, and various surname fragments connected to Crosby, Lombardo, and Gray.

G. Jenkins T. Harper Damone

A Helpful Hint on Spot Cleaning Clothes Before Washing

A tip advises spot cleaning garments that are excessively soled using a non sudsy method prior to machine washing to prevent full immersion. The guidance emphasizes minimal soap and careful handling to protect fabrics.

AAUW Plans A Busy Schedule Through October

Washington County AAUW branches outline events for September through October. Study groups cover interior decoration ancient design and Japan slides. a social action group discusses preschool handicapped survey. books and drama group previews The Cocktail Party album. and a joint October dinner with Frederick Branch is planned.

Washington County American Association of University Women At & P.m A. L. Gruber Fountain Head Heights Reba. Spender Samuel Greenawalt Hamilton Boulevard Catherine Beachley South Prospect J Street Japan Ming Beachley Stanley H. Macht Long Meutors Charles Saxe

Rally Day Set at First Brethren Church with Missionary Talk

The First Brethren Church schedules Rally Day and Religious Education Week starting Sunday September 24. Rev Ira S Petre of the Church of the Brethren will speak on Transform Life s during the morning service. Petre and his family have been in Africa since 1940 on evangelistic work and plan to return early November.

First Brethren Church Wll Ira S. Petre Church of the Brethren Nigeria West Africa Tev Africa Soloaom Ad Chen

Williamsport Legion Auxiliary Elects Helen Betts Leader

Helen Betts was elected King of the Williamsport American Legion Auxiliary Unit 202 at a regular meeting this week. Officers named include Gladys Hoffman as first vice president Alma Allen as second vice president Ann Davis as secretary Mary Grimes as treasurer Maxine Bowers as historian Lucertia Betts as chaplain and Jeanette Cottrill as sergeant at arms A bowling team will be organized soon with a meeting at the Legion home on September 27 for interested members.

Helen Betts Williamsport American Legion Auxiliary Gladys Hoffman Alma Allen Ann Davis Mary Grimes Maxine Bowers Lucretia Betts Jeanette Cottrill Legion Home

Quiet Wedding At Grace Evangelical Church

Miss Rosemary Dilworth and Mr Robert Huff wed at Grace Evangelical United Brethren Church on Saturday afternoon September 16 at 5. The ceremony was held for immediate family with Rev G I Rider officiating. The couple will reside at 814 Salem Avenue after a Virginia wedding trip.

Grace Evangelical United Brethren Church Rosemary Dilworth Harry E. Warrenfultz Salem Avenue Robert &. Huff Louring Huff Hagerstown G. I. Rider Virginia Huff

Lorraine Moats to Wed Cpl. William E. Bumbaugh

Miss Lorraine Moats and Cpl. William E. Bumbaugh plan marriage. Lorraine Moats is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Royd Moats of Williamsport. Cpl. Bumbaugh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Bumbaugh of Mount Alto, is stationed at Camp CURSON Colorado. The wedding is planned in the near future.

Lorraine Moats William E. Bumbaugh Lee Royd Moats Williamsport Lorraine Cpl Samuel Bumbaugh Mount Alto Cpl. Bumbaugh Camp Curson Colorado

Mission School Slated Next Week

The thirty third interdenominational School of Missions will be held at St John’s Lutheran Church on Wednesday September 27 with sessions at 10 a.m. and 1 30 p.m. Sponsored by the County Council of Church Women, guest speaker is Mrs Theodore O Wedel wife of the Rev Dr Theodore O Wedel Canon of the National Cathedral. She will review Toward a Christian Community and discuss Foreign Mission themes with Mrs Samuel Roe of Baltimore reviewing The Near East. A noon luncheon will be served for delegates from county churches. Reservations via Mrs Charles Dysert 3329 W. Open to the public.

School of Missions St. John's Lutheran Church County Council of Churchwomen Theodore O. Wedel National Cathedral Washington, D. C Wedel Samuel Roe Baltimore Near East Rose Fg Nest Charles Dysert

Hospital Discharges In Washington County Area

Yesterday multiple births and discharges were recorded across Washington County. Mrs. Richard J Keckler and infant at 323 Linganore Ave. Mrs Edwin Beard and infant at 1105 Fairelew Road. Mrs James H Patterson and infant son at 1422 Mechanic Street. Mrs William R Dagenhart and infant son at Roonsboro. Mrs Gerald Lee Pryor of Funkstown. Mrs Richard Butts of Big Pool. Mrs Norman Broadwater at 1020 Beechwood Drive. Animal and plant growths from ancient times are often found well preserved in amber.

Washington County Hospital Richard J. Keckler Linganore Avenue Edwin Beard Ion Fairelew Road Jdames Hf. Patterson Mechanic Street Wiliam R. Dagenhart Roonsboro Gerald Lee Pryor Funkstown Richard Butts Big Pool Norman Broadwater Beechwood Drive

Brant Reunion Held Sunday at Batdorf Home

The Brant reunion occurred Sunday September 17 at Mr and Mrs Harvey Batdorf home in McConnelleburg Pa. A large crowd enjoyed a passe lunch and games including horseshoes and baseball. Music was provided by Mrs Harvey Batdorf with her sons Wayne Clyde and Harvey Brent accompanying.

Harvey Batdorf Fear McConnelleburg Wayne and Clyde Harvey Brent

God’s Country color film at Washington County Museum

A color film titled Gods Country is scheduled for Sunday at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in the iMusic Room. Filmed in California s Redwood Forest it highlights trees and local wildlife. The screening is free courtesy of William LeFevre of Sound Laboratories and runs from 1 to 6 pm.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts Redwood Forest California William LeFevre Sound Laboratories Washington County

Elks To Resume Dance Schedule In Hagerstown

The Hagerstown Lodge of Elks resumes its fall-winter dance series Saturday night. Tiny Wright and his orchestra will provide the music. All Elks and their ladies are invited.

Hagerstown Lodge of Elks Tiny Wright Elks

The Bride Delays Thank You Notes After Wedding Gift

Two weeks have passed without a thank you note for a wedding gift. The advised action is to wait longer before inquiring, as the bride may simply be slow in writing notes.

Local Woman Reunites With Soldier in Germany

Mrs. John W. Elgin formerly H. Lorraine Myers and her two children Barbara Ann and Jackie joined husband Sgt. John W. Elgin stationed at Rhein-Main Air Base near Frankfurt, after traveling from New York on August 11. He has an eight year service with three years in the South Pacific during World War II and is on a three year Germany assignment. They request news from friends at AP0 57 Puostmaster, N Y.

John W. Elgin H. Lorraine Myers Barbara Ann Jackie Rhein-Main Air Base Frankfurt Germany New York International Airport Idle Swed N. Y Newfoundland Ireland France Elgin South Pacific 61St APO

Frying Pan Cleaning Tip Aids Grease Removal

A kitchen tip suggests sprinkling salt in an iron frying pan and wiping with a dry paper towel to remove grease without scrubbing. The method relies on salt absorbing oil and leaving the pan cleaner with minimal effort.

Ladies Aid Society Plans September Activities

The September meeting of the Ladies' Aid of Mr. Lena E.A.B. Church met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Lumm. Officers elected were President Lillie Stouffer, Assistant Edna Brandenburg, Secretary Sena Hoffman, and Treasurer Lottie Stouffer. They planned a community auction sale for September 30 at 2 p.m. and an ensuing festival.

Lena E.A.B John Lumm Mra Lillie Stouffer Edna Brandenburg Sena Hoffman Lottie Stouffer Willollow

Robert Thomas Feted At Party

Robert Thomas was entertained at a birthday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Milton Thomas in Benevola. Mrs. Chester Shaffer won the door prize, with prizes awarded to Mrs. Shaffer and Harry Holmes..Refreshments were served to guests including Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Shaffer, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Moats, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holmes, Wayne Thomas, Billy Shaffer, Beverly Moats, Linda and Vanetta Holmes, and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Thomas. The guest of honor received many gifts.

Robert Thomas Milton Thomas Benevola Chester Shaffer Holmes Mra

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Lincoln Pta Halfway Miss Chapman Mary Alice Kneistey Washington Street Washington School For Secretaries Kevin Moller Potomac Street Air Force Lackland Air Base San Antonio Texas Katharine Robinson Garlock Memorial Hospital Tremaine Michinson West Washington Street American Hospital Association Atlantic City Ambassador Hotel E. Lynn Bartle Mealey Parkway Tthe University of Maryland Kim Poole Pennsylvania Avenue Gettysburg College Gettysburg Martha Petre Fordmac Street Juniata College Huntingdon, Pa Ann Kissingerston Ernest L. Bartle Mealey Barkwiy William B. Martin William E. Martin High Street Shepherd College West Virginia Earl Hoover Mulberry Avenue Potomac Avenue Donovan R. Beach- Tey Pittsburgh Nonovan KR. Verchtey, Jr Mary Ellen Canan Prsonals Cmoller Music Store Irene Mona Lisa Sam Tzena Tzeni Everyo Mills Grothe Vagabond Shoes Hallowe'en Harbor Lights Jd. Gray Cherry i Lombardo B. Crosby Idrews L. Hampton Hillbilly Garl E. Tubb Cincinnati R. Foley H. Willams E. Arnold Canadian Rockies G. Autry A . C. Copas Barrel House J. Bond B. Monroe Rudolph Children’s Records Bugs Bunny Hiwatha Hopalong Cassidy The Dafty Duck Sonu Pa Saum's — Jewelers Jonathan Street AAUW Dates Williams Vista Street Liggan Dennis Jones Washington Metor Hospital Willams Helen Stottlemyer Cits Mrs. Betts Robert Huff Harry Warrenfeltz Warrenfelts Mrs. Harris Lady Victoria Rebekah Lodge Chambersburg Edna Flarrin Wayside Avenue Miss Moats Miss Lorraine Moats Mission School Htts Jones “Metered Gas” Service Summit Avenue BRANT God Jack W. Elgin Alencia Deliicatesson 15 Tolmacco Potomac Ave Sundars Ladies Aid Society Square the Style Shop Public Square Ee Eee VOGUE Fleisher’s Shoe Department
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