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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1949
Page
5
A schoolgirl reporter describes a Colonial Sky cruiser showing junior clique fashions from New York to New England. The collection features 18 cotton dresses priced around 12.95 with smart styling, good construction, and versatile pieces including sunback and frock designs with color switching jackets.
The Epsilon Sigma Alpha chapter meeting at the YWCA featured talks by Mrs. Noma Hook on Osa Johnson and by Gladys Simpson on Words as part of the language evolution. The evening included recipe exchanges and the announcement that Mrs. June Oviatt will guest at the next meeting to review Lloyd Douglas’s The Big Fisherman.
Pattern No. 5924 offers step by step directions to craft two framed valentines using crepe paper and ribbon. Includes one large 12 by 11 inch picture and one small 8 by 6 inch piece, with material lists and framing guidance. Send 20 cents, name, address, pattern number to Anne Cabot, Pocatello Post, New York.
For the first time the Stake Gold and Green ball will be held at the American Falls stake homecoming site on February 19 at the high school gym. Five wards plan dances in Aberdeen, Springfield, Sterling, American Falls, and Rockland with queens presented at the grand affair in American Falls on February 19.
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Nichols of 920 N. 11th street report the birth of their grandson Linda Murray Nichols to son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Richard Nichols of Denver Colorado. Linda was born Friday January 21 weighing 7 pounds 12 ounces. Nichols attends Denver University. His wife Ida Mae Bistline is the daughter of Jean Bistline of this city. Nichols previously worked for the Union Pacific railroad in Pocatello.
Father Benjamin Nunez, a U S educated minister of labor, argues that guarding their land requires divine guidance and the use of machine guns. He frames self preservation as a Christian principle, urging resistance to invaders.
Mrs. Parvin Witte led the Women’s Study League session at the YWCA club rooms. Mrs. Warren Vickrey discussed the revolt against Naturalism in late 19th century drama and cited European movements and writers such as Maeterlinck Cyrano de Bergerac Rostand and Molnar shaping imagination and invention.
Kappa Tau chapter of the Delphians met Thursday afternoon at the Whitman hotel for a Literature as a Social Art program led by Mrs. W. H. Welton. Sub topics were Origins of Literature by Mrs. J. E. Trimming Printing Press by Mrs. G. C. Welch Hebraism and Hellenism by Mrs. Dale Strong with further remarks by Mrs. E. R. DeKay and Mrs. W. J. Rhodes. An open discussion followed.
Dr C Charles Burlingame eminent psychiatrist and president of Institute of Living says most people fear setbacks and that belly laughs at own mistakes can defuse stress and aid problem solving. He urges patients to laugh at errors to reduce anxiety and regain perspective.
Rep. Charles Halleck of Indiana states the Republican party remains a force in Congress and the nation, arguing against its extinction and asserting its ongoing influence at national and legislative levels.
Mrs. R H Cleave hosted Circle 3 WSCS of the Methodist church for its first meeting of the year. Mrs J R Mooney was elected president with C Edmonson, Nathaniel White and John Jesson in key roles. The group arranged food shipments to missionaries in Japan and noted a luncheon and devotional.
The regular St Josephs School Association meeting with Monsignor Cody as guest speaker is set for Tuesday at 2 p.m. Various groups including Theta Rho Girls Club No 4 and Women of the Moose schedule regular sessions and events through the week at locations like IOOF hall and Moose temple. A luncheon precedes Radiant Afternoon Club Tuesday at 1 15 p m with several hostesses listed.
The Friday meeting of the Fine Arts department at the Pocatello Woman's club in YWCA rooms discussed future programs. Mrs. Gene Plastino led the program and announced Dr. Minnie Howard will be program chairman for the February 4 meeting. Principal speaker is L. P. Towle, superintendent of the Indian agency at Fort Hall.
Sun Valley visits by Stacy Smith and Blaine Gasser. Jack Blair to Detroit then Washington for meetings. Dinner at James Hopper home features pinochle. Swan Valley ski spread delights Bentley Young Blair group. Merrells to NYC for medical study and vacation. Le Baillys and Evans attend inaugural ball. Dahn birthday party with bridge. N A D convention plans draw Gate City residents to San Francisco.
Psi and Alpha chapters of Lambda Delta Sigma at Idaho State College held a winter sleigh party Friday night. The event featured sleigh riding on nearby hills, a supper, and dancing. New members were honored. Psi chapter listed Nelda Robinson as refreshments chair with Williams, Wheeler, and Sewell assisting. Alpha committee led by Evan Jones handled transportation with Ace Waldron, Glen Spahr, and Wally Teuscher assisting.
Miss Barbara Segal of Burley and H Dean Allen of Boise wed in a double ring ceremony at the Segal home officiated by Elder E R Blauer. The couple plan a Chicago transfer for electronics study after a brief honeymoon.
Mrs. Delores Taylor of Fort Hall hosted Tau Phi Lambda sorority at her home for dinner and social evening with co host Mrs. Alva Cornelison. Members read letters during the business session and planned a Feb 16 party in honor of Maxine Arnold.
Arch ie Temple congratulated himself after a bandit held up his tavern but failed to claim 2000 in currency left in a counter drawer near a recently emptied cash register.
The statement underscores that democracy rests on educated citizens and asserts long term improvement hinges on children receiving strong schooling. John R. Steelman advocates investing in education to strengthen the nation’s democratic foundation.
Eleanor Roosevelt editorial reflects on Truman taking office with shared burden and future challenges. It cites Hoover's 1932 stance on reserve powers, argues for government aid to individuals while weighing needs against desires, and stresses honest counsel and research to meet evolving global and domestic needs.
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