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Newspaper

The Pocatello Post

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1947

Page

5

Campfire Group Names New Leaders in Pocatello

Campfire workers in Pocatello held a busy week with Guardian association dinner meeting at Mrs. Paul Bistline home. Miss Berta Howell spoke on campfire work while new officers and committee chairs were announced by Mrs. Dale Strong and others.

Pocatello Guardians Association Paul Bistline Mon Howell Region 6 Dale Strong Exstead L. W. Davis Ross-Garrison Berta. Howell Leon Scholl Howell Guardian Association John Wurster W.R. Medlock Dorothy Manning Patricia Lombard Laraine Mathew Lorene Marshall Marion Culbertson Pat Mitchell Charles Lee Richard Howard Clark S. Carlisle Rosse Garrison Norma Briggs George’Fleming Ralph Clevenger Horace’ Criswell Leon Schou Berta Howell Community Chest Campfire G. W M. J Hodkins John McMasters Richard Howard A Ralph Clevager

Sorority Has Open House at Trinity Parish Hall

Alpha Pi Omega hosted an open house Christmas party Wednesday at Trinity parish hall with corsages for guests. Guests enjoyed games at tables and a refreshment bar. Odell Stevenson played piano and Don Bates sang with Miss Wyla Jean Nelson. Mrs Wilma Clark led arrangements with assistants Ruth Nelson entertainment Barbara Weston refreshments Carol Schwalder decorations Colleen Reynolds invitations.

Holly Alpha Pi Omega Trinity Parish Hall Odell Stevenson Don Bates Wyla Jean Nelson Wilma Clark Ruth Nelson Barbara Weston Carol Schwalder Colleen Reynolds

PTA Holds Yale Meetings

Mrs. Bryan Blackhurst, president, led Emerson PTA Christmas meeting with a program by Jay Slaughter, Dell Slaughter, and Arnold Linterman, plus Joe LaRue. Mary Petrone read a musical Christmas piece, with Vito Petrone. Evelyn Jones directed a Christmas chorus. Room awards went to Miss Rice and Mrs. Pomeroy. Refreshments served by Mrs. James Lagos and committee members.

Bryan Blackhurst Jay Slaughter Dell Slaughter Arnold Linterman Joe LaRue Mary Petrone Vito Petrone Evelyn Jones

Ladies Circle Has Meeting at Congregational Church

Mrs. Paul M. Hill led the Ladies Circle luncheon at the Congregational church with a brief business session afterward. Christmas carols followed by a humorous story contest and gift exchanges, with attendees including Julia Keeler W A Young Ed Cunningham E C Wright and other members.

Paul M. Hill Congregational Church Julia Keeler W. A. Young

Mrs Frances Goodwin Visits Pocatello For Tuberculosis Seal Sale Meeting

Mrs Frances Goodwin stayed with Miss Dorothy Manning at 1056 North Garfield Avenue in Pocatello while attending a meeting on the sale of tuberculosis seals.

Frances Goodwin Dorothy Manning North Garfield Avenue Pocatello

First Congregational Church Christmas Pageant Rehearsal

Rehearsals for the First Congregational Church school pageant “O Holy Night” will be held Saturday afternoon. Fourth grade and up should arrive at 2 p.m. Beginners through third grade by 3 p.m. The pageant is set for Sunday at 6 p.m. in Pocatello. Also, the Pocatello Literary Club meets Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. at 356 South Tenth Ave. Mrs A L Merrill reviews “Peace of Mind” with Rabbi Liebman and Mrs Bland Sutton presenting the author’s biography. Hostesses include Mrs L L Couch and Miss Frances Gray.

First Congregational Church First Congregational Church School of Pocatello C. O. Richars Pocatello Literary Club Laverne Johnson South Tenth Ave A. L. Merrill Rabbi Liebman Bland Sutton L. L. Couch Frances Gray

Working Gil Is Good Wife Advice Column

A young working woman writes that women with jobs face bias from men who assume they spend freely and demand wives who are extravagant or bossy. She argues many working girls pay bills and dress simply, but still seek partnership. The answer urges highlighting thrift, seeking advice, and cooking for him, with Elinor Williams offered for further personal help.

Elinor Williams

Six No Trump Hand Delivers Top Score In Bridge Column

The article recounts Mrs. M. D. Rothschild of New York and Andrew Arkin partnering in a duplicate bridge event. Rothschild’s team bid six no trump, avoid seven spades, and achieved thirteen tricks. East opened king of hearts, allowing Arkin to win and cash seven spades and all diamonds. Easts opening king of hearts proved optimal given likely solid suits. None of the room’s pairs opened with two spades.

William E. McKenney United States M. D. Rothschild New York Rothschild Andrew Arkin East Arkin North South West

Fraternity Chooses Girl for Xi Theta Tau Sweetheart

Phyllis Carlson of Pocatello has been chosen the sweetheart of Xi Theta Tau, announced Ed Hubble, president of ISC fraternity. She will reign at the annual dinner dance January 9 in Memorial hall with attendants Mary Jan Lacey of Pocatello and Mary T. Fogg of Idaho Falls. Ten ISC women competed. Norma Briggs, last year’s sweetheart, introduced candidates at a Christmas party in the Student Union.

Phyllis Carlson Pocatello Xi Theta Tau Ed Hubble ISC Memorial Hall Mary Jan Lacey Mary T. Fogg Idaho Falls Norma Briggs John Foreman Duane Dudley

Buffet Supper Described At Palm Leaf Circle Meeting

Palm Leaf Circle No. 19 of Neighbors of Woodcraft held a buffet supper after a 7 p.m. business session led by Guardian Neighbor Mrs. James E. Dean at W. O. W. hall. Bingo followed with many prizes, organized by Mrs. Gerald Sullivan and committee members Mrs. Dave Coover, Mrs. James Johnson, and Mrs. Percy Rainer. A net meeting is planned for 6.

Palm Leaf Circle No Woodcraft W. O. W. Hall Guardian James E. Dean P.aee Gerald Sullivan Dave Coover James Johnson Percy Rainer

Candy Sale By Tepee Chapter Of NSA Planned

Miss Alpha Bagley reports the Tepee chapter of the National Secretaries Association will hold a candy sale Saturday at the Idaho Paint and Glass store. Proceeds from this sale and other events will go to the Patello fund.

Tepee National Secretaries Association Idaho, Paint and Glass Alpha Bagley N.S.A Pocatello Fund

Students Ready For Yale Vacation

County schools will start vacations the day before Christmas and reconvene January 5. County superintendent Scott D. Lowe reports the schools have been remarkably free from contagious diseases this year with few absences due to illness. He says the health situation is better than ever before.

Scott D. Lowe Lowe

Meteorites Found To Match Earth's Crust Age

A study of meteorites indicates they are the same age as Earth's crust, suggesting a common origin in planetary formation. The finding reinforces prevailing theories about the age and development of our planet and outer space materials.

Young Miss Style Tips For Saint Patrick’s Day Stag Line

Adated fashion note urges young women to avoid siren styles and exotic dress effects that deter suitors. It favors a bouffant, light makeup and pale colors over black, with a simple hairstyle tipped by Suzanne West, a 2 year old career girl, as a safe go-to for a youthful look.

Suzanne West New York Suzanne

Moose Christmas Party Saturday at Lodge Hall

Children of the Moose and their parents are invited to a Christmas party on Saturday December 20 at 8 p.m. at the lodge hall. Hosted by the Ladies of the Moose with Mrs. Fred Baisch as senior regent, and Mrs. John Miser and Mrs. Mildred England arranging the event. Santa Claus is invited for a children's program.

Children of the Moose Lodge Hall Ladies of the Moose Fred Baisch John Miser Mildred England Santa Claus

Gooding Woman Found Safe After Disappearance

Ida Reed of Gooding reported missing December 7 was located Sunday in Shoshone after reading accounts of her disappearance. She told friends she was visiting locals and had not informed her brother Rodney Reed before this.

Eastside girls bike club proud of arm shaping rides

Members of a girls bike club in the east claim their rides shape arms and boost form. The club offers no comment on further details.

Mischa Novy Lights Up L Aiglon With Velvet Violin

Movie queens flock to see Mischa Novy perform at L Aiglon as he woos starlets with romantic violin. The 12-musician ensemble behind him creates spontaneous elegance for idols like Lana Turner and Rita Hayworth, while Mischa shrugs off rumors and claims he simply plays for the ladies.

Hollywood Mischa Novy L’aiglon Lana Turner Joan Crawford Oscar Ida Lupino Rita Hayworth Hedy Lamarr Bette Davis Mischill

Brushwork Shines Hair Shine and Style Tips

Alicia Hart advises holiday hair care focusing on brushing technique to achieve a lasting luster. Start with careful strokes, target small sections, alternate hands, and vary directions to create a convincing glow by festivities. A single diligent routine can yield admired shine within a week.

Dressed to Hug Her Head Like a Silken Cap

A fragment hints at an intimate scene where a toplayer receives an extra 50 strokes after a 15 minute brushing stint. The vivid wording suggests a sensory description without clear context or participants.

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