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Newspaper

The Pocatello Post

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1947

Page

5

Methodists Sing Carols at Hospitals and Events

The junior Methodist choir visited both Pocatello hospitals Saturday evening and caroled shut-ins. Afterward a 40 member group shared a hamburger supper in the church basement. The choir director is Mrs. Lois Brown and the group is sponsored by the Young Adult Circle. Alice Clewein and Bob Vickery presented Mrs. Brown with a wedding gift. Rehearsal is set for January 10.

Pocatello Methodist Church Leon Burgon Robert Holman Sam Otto Lee Sumpter Willard Walters County Infirmary Lois Brown Women’s Society of Christian Service Alice Clewein Bob Vickery

Shower Honors Pocatello Bride

Mrs. Frank Packard hosted a miscellane ous shower for Mrs. Charles E. Warren formerly Gerry Davis at 332 N Lincoln Ave. The event for 24 guests featured a buffet luncheon, a bridal doll centerpiece, and games such as bride bingo won by Mrs. Ellen Henry. Hearts winner was Mrs. Glenn Meredith with the consolation to Mrs. Howard Shoemaker. Out of town guest Mrs. Cecil Hobdey from Denver attended. many gifts were given to the bride.

Frank Packard Lincoln Ave Charles E. Warren Gerry Davis Ellen Henry Glenn Meredith Hearts Howard Shoemaker Cecil Hobdey Elizabeth Hobson Pocatello Denver Mrs. Warren

Kutterer Guests Have Buffet Lunch

Guests visiting the Charles B. Kutterer home at 640 W Sublette St on Christmas day were treated to a buffet luncheon. The buffet featured Christmas decorations and red and green color accents with about 40 visitors served by Mrs Kutterer. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Max Monson of Malad.

Charles B. Kutterer W. Sublette St Kutterer Max Monson Malad

Family Coffins Host Tenth Ward Fireside Meeting

Mr and Mrs Glenn Coffin of 745 North Harrison Avenue hosted the Men and Gleaner fireside group of the Tenth Ward Sunday evening Miss Elaine Gibson president led a brief meeting and introduced Bishop LeRoy Petty whose talk on Miracles followed refreshments served by the hostess Attending were Elaine Gibson Donetta Hutcheson Stanley Byington Kay Highland Ralph Pehrson N V Barry Jr and the hosts

Glenn Coffin North Harrison Ave Tenth Ward Elaine Gibson LeRoy Petty Donetta Hutcheson Stanley Byington Kay , Highland Ralph Pehrson N. V. Barry, Jr

Kerr Powell Win Honors from New York Critics

New York film critics award honors go to Deborah Kerr for The Adventuress and Black Narcissus and to William Powell for Life With Father and The Senator Was Indiscreet. Elia Kazan named best director for Gentlemen's Agreement. To Live in Peace named best foreign language film. Edward Dmytryk runner-up for director. Celeste Holm runner-up for actress. John Garfield runner-up for actor.

New York New York Film Critics’ Awards Deborah Kerr William Powell Elia Kazan Edward Dmytryk RKO House UnAmerican Activities Committee Celeste Holm John Garfield

Household Tips On Strengthening Laces And Tenderizing Meat

A simple method to stiffen frayed shoelaces is to twist the ends and dip in clear nail polish, making threading through eyelets easier. Cords and heavy threads can be treated similarly to aid bead stringing. For tougher meats, cook with acid foods like vinegar or tomato and use moderate to low heat to prevent shrinking and toughness.

Hats Shine For The New Year

New York fashion notes preview bright hats for the new year. A Persian brocade turban by Emile George features gold and silver threads, while Jo Nesta and Sally Victor showcase jeweled pins and dramatic bows.

New York NEA Emile George

Dancing Etiquette And Date Boundaries From Elinor Williams

Readers seek guidance on handling dances when sitting out with a partner and how to respond to others. Advice covers inviting other boys to dance, explaining a “taken” status, seating manners in a booth, and ways to date without car rides by suggesting alternatives like walks or movies.

Elinor Williams Unesco

Miss Martineauf Hostess Gets Group Night

Miss Martineauf hosted a fireside gathering of the Eleventh Ward M Gleaner group on South Johnson Avenue. An evening game-fest followed by refreshments served by the hostess and her mother. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Zenith Cox, Mr. and Mrs. A F McOmber, Mrs. Kleta Palmer, Grace Garvin, Shirley England, Shirley Monroe, Norma Monroe, Dorothy Green, Bonnie Cacavas, Richard McLaughlin, John McLaughlin, Dale Cooper, and Aaron Hansen.

South Johnson Ave M Gleaner Miss Mar Mary C. Fe Zenith Cox A. F. McOmber Kleta Palmer Grace Garvin Shirley England Shirley Monroe Norma Monroe Dorothy Green Bonnie Cacavas Richard McLaughlin John McLaughlin Dale Cooper Aaron Hansen

Stegosaurus intelligence likened to a three year old

A paleontology note compares Stegosaurus cognitive ability to that of a three year old. Researchers discuss brain size, sensory processing, and behavior in a simplified historical interpretation.

New Year Events In Pocatello By Stake Groups

Pocatello Stake sponsors a New Year’s Eve dance at the Fourth Ward chapel on Tenth Ave and Sublette St at 9 p m. All aged men and Gleaners welcome. W S C S Mrs Robert Holman to discuss Thy Way at the Women’s Society of Christian Service meeting at the Methodist church Friday Jan 2 at 1:30 p m. Firemen’s Ball marks 47th annual event at the high school gym New Year’s Eve with Johnny Putnam’s orchestra. G G Black chairs.

Pocatello Stake Fourth Ward Tenth Ave Sublette St Robert Holman Women’s Society of Christian Service Methodist Church George Oliver Firemens Johnny Putnam G, Black

Miss Watson Feted on Birthday

Miss Kay Jean Watson daughter of Mr and Mrs Kenneth VY Watson of 530 North Grant Ave was honored at a birthday party on her sixteenth birthday Saturday evening Eleanor Bartlett won high prize and Darlene Olson the consolation award A dessert luncheon followed with Miss Watson cutting a white cake trimmed with pink rosebudsGuests included Ann Wells Bobbette Criss Pat Yearsley Shirlene Mason Sharon Ann Kearsley Ralpheyn Kearsley Jean Chambers Jo Bosquet Darlene Olson Janis Crissip and Eleanor Bartlett

Kay Jean Watson Kenneth VY. Watson North Grant Ave Eleanor Bartlett Darlene Olson Sharon Ann Kearsley Ralpheyn Kearsley Jean Chambers Jo Bosquet Janis Crissip

Tension shoe trees warned against use on wet shoes

Wet shoes should not be stored with tension shoe trees as the leather may stretch out of shape. Stuff damp footwear with soft paper or tissue and pat the exterior with a cloth to absorb moisture.

3 No Trump Looks Easy But Is It

A visitor from Kingston Jamaica Jamicia Bridge Association president L E Ashhenheim reviews a Maser Point plan. The article analyzes a bridge hand showing a line to claim five diamond tricks and two clubs while noting risks if opponents hold certain card honors.

West Indies L. E. Ashhenheim Kingston Jamia Jamica Bridge Association Jamica Asnenzeim Declarer Mr .Aschenheim West South

New Interests Take Mind Off Diet

Diet article advises absorbing new interests to curb overeating. Dr Wilfred Dorfman argues boredom exits as a trigger and suggests hobbies that keep body active and away from temptations. Diet plan includes a seven day menu with apples eggs liver and vegetables.

Wilfred Dorfman

Dandruff Not Confined Only to Scalp

Dandruff or seborrhea is common on the scalp and may affect other skin areas. It presents as fine grey scales that shed when brushed with slight itching. It occurs in both sexes equally, with possible familial tendency to baldness. Treatment combines internal measures and external applications, including crust removal, sulfur or resorcin preparations, and improved hygiene. Poor nutrition and anemia may be addressed with tonics and iron.

M Men and Gleaners New Years Ball Set at First Ward Hall

West Pocatello arrangements for the New Years ball announce the M Men and Gleaners invite all to attend at nine in the First Ward recreation hall. Decorations will follow the Wheels of Progress theme.

West Pocatello ST. M Recre Hall West Poca’ M Pocatell Stake M

Pineapple tea or coffee with milk no sugar

A plain beverage note lists unsweetened pineapple tea or coffee served with milk and no sugar. The brief item indicates simple drink options without additives.

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