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Newspaper

Wellington Leader

Location

Wellington, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1934

Page

2

Samnorwood Tournament Draws Large Crowd and Notable Winners

The Samnorwood High School hosts a two-night domino and 42 tournament ending December 8. Winners on Friday include Plymouth dominoes Kathleen Reagoner and Himer Balkiman and Samnorwood dominoes Willie Weiles and H B Willoughby. Final Saturday results crown Henry Cook and Jack Blandford in dominoes and 42 respectively. Proceeds total 52 dollars.

Samnorwood Samnorwood High School Eas Plymouth Dominoes Kathleen Reagoner Himer Balkiman Murel Whitfield J. Bird Willie Weiles H. B. Willoughby Robinson Lee Thompson Wellington Dick Wiles John Bevers Ray Goodson Prairie View Abra Dozier Lutie Nicholson Aberdeen Henry Cook Jack Blandford Willie Knoll R. C. Taylor Cafe

Home Makers Class Christmas Party at Riggs Home

The Home Makers Class of the Baptist Church met at Mrs. Howard Riggs home on December 5 for its annual Christmas party. Mrs. A B Clark's group organized the entertainment and a gift laden tree highlighted the event with a present for teacher Mrs. K B Mattox. A turkey lunch was served to a long list of attendees including J E Mattox Lee Fortenberry A C Boverie Holden Glasgow Ray Morgan James A Dukeminier A N Hutcherson Dewey Ellis Ada Thompson Tom Berry Chas D Slay J C Whisenant J R Davenport Jesse Cook Riley Danson O B Raburn Geo Clark Scott Sigler Austin O'Neil W A Porter Bert Starkey A B Clark C H Elliott Lloyd Halloway Frank Gallagher Moulton Peggy and Dorothy Riggs.

The Baptist Church Howard Riggs A. B. Clark K. B. Mattox J. E. Mattox Lee Fortenberry A. C. Boverie Howden Glasgow Ray Morgan James A. Dukeminier A. N. Hutcherson Dewey Ellis Ada Thompson Tom Berry Chas D. Slay J. C. Whisenant J. R. Davenport Jesse Cook Riley Danson O. B. Raburn Geo. Clark Scott Sigler Austin O'Neil W. A. Porter Bert Starkey C. H. Elliott Lloyd Halloway Frank Gallagher Moulton Peggy Dorothy Riggs

Mrs Irvin Wilson Hosts Nicholson Club Meeting

The Nicholson Home Demonstration Club met with Mrs. Irvin Wilson as they discussed tobey chili making and held a drawing for Christmas ties to exchange gifts. Two new members joined. attendees included Mrs. Darnell of Hollis and Mesdames S. M. Poteet C. F. Hyman Willie Knoll Z. D. Combs Andrew Poteet and Miss Viola Hyman. The next meeting is set for December 20 with Mrs. Z. D. Combs.

Nicholson Home Irvin Wilson Deer Tobey G. Chili Mrs. Darnell Hollis Mesdames S. M. Poteet C. F. Hyman Willie Knoll Z. 2D. Combs Andrew Poteet Viola Hyman Z. D. Combs

Mrs Burden Hosts Excelsior Club Holiday Meeting

Mrs W Y Burden entertained the Excelsior Club on December 6 with a reader on novelists Mrs Esdel Bartlett and others led discussions of Christopher Morley Booth Tarkington and a Tarkington character Miss Hat tie D Wells review and Mrs Bartlett tale Mrs Johnson sketch and honored guests were served buffet style at a festively decorated table with Christmas favors and decorations Readable attendees included Mesdames Davis Robinson Fred Le Derer Lide Bartlett Veryl Clark AW W Henderson J F Johnson Opal Bratton Cassie Curt mer Mildred Hulsey Mae Wes Bell Lota Prince Richards Leah Smith DY Welly Annie Mace Dona and others

Excelsior Club W. Y. Burden Esdel Bartlett Roll Call Hattie D. Wells Christopher Morley Very Clark Bartlett Booth Tarkington J. F. Johnson Mesdames Davis Robinson Fred. le Derer Lideb Bartlett Veryl Clark AW. W. Henderson Opal Bratton Cassie Curtmer Mildred ‘Hulsey Mae Wes Bell Lota Prince Richards Leah Smithy DY Welly Annie Mace Dona Mrs. W. Y. Burden

High School PTA To Meet Monday December 17

Mrs Cleo Temple announces a PTA meeting for the High and Junior High era. Attendees include staff and parents planning upcoming activities and programs. The gathering aims to discuss school events, fundraisers, and student welfare initiatives.

Cleo Temple P. T. High

No Trump Club Matches at Estella Cocke Home

No Trump Club guests gathered at Mrs. Estella Cocke's home hosted by her daughter Mrs. Pauline Chaudoin. A deli dinner preceded contract bridge with prizes awarded to Mrs. A. L. Nowlin and Mrs. Orval Couch for high scores among guests and members.

No Trump Club Cocke Home Estella Cocke Pauline Chaudoin A. L. Nowlin Orval Couch Bula Boss Bell Argen Hix Opal Bratton Margaret His Rebecca Robinson Elizabeth Gillertine Louise Harte Thelma Masten Carrie Nala Campbell Mesdames Loren Thompson Chuck Collins Wade Mahan Aubrey Pnabhs Ben Jaston Harold Hite A. T L. Nowlin Richard Cocky Dempsey Harvell Lester Benge Harald Watkins Keetes Mrs. Chauduin

1924 Study Club Meets With Mrs T M Johnston

Mrs T M Johnston hosted the 1924 Study Club at her home last Thursday afternoon. Members heard a vivid Texas lesson by Mrs D G Ellis Mrs W H Lynn and Mrs G L Farrar with talks on Trevas Tresourees Texan poets and Grace Noel Crowell. Refreshments were served by members including Mrs Clifton High D G Ellis G L Farrar and others.

T. M. Johnston Texas D. G. Elis W. H. Lynn G. L. Farrar Ellis Tynn Meadames Clifton High D. G. Ellis Deskins Wells Aubrey Dobbs J. N. Wallace J. Z. Cone J. B. Hauter Annie Wall W. C. Richards M. M. Kern Mildred Hulsey and Hantess T. M. Johnaten

Mrs J N Wallace Hosts Round Dozen Club

Mrs J N Wallace entertained the Round Dozen Club with guests for an afternoon of bridge. Five tables played with high scores to Mrs Vernon Morris for club and Mrs H M Dudley for guests. Plans for a Christmas party at Mrs Richard Cocke home were made.

J. N. Wallace Round Dozen High Vernon Morris H. M. Dudley Richard Cocke Mesdares John French Aubrey Dobbs Ansel McDowell Sandy Parsons Jr Walter Starr Calvin Jones Arthur Bailey Loren Thompson H.M. Dudley Dick Wiley Tom Campbell Ross Wilkerson Ray Goodson Ignd

Mrs. Winn Hosts Christmas Party for Sunday School Class

Mrs. E. L. Winn entertained her Sunday School Class with a Christmas party and tree at her home last Friday afternoon. Guests drew names and exchanged gifts. Ab Breedlove won the high prize amid festive decorations and contests.

E. L. Winn Ab Breedlove Mesdames Della Mae McReynolds Bill James Hugh Autrey Ethel Loving Chester Cloyd Sweatt Cicera Gulley Stansell Mary Bellew W. S. Puryear Alton Wilkins Ernest Elliott C. E. Meredith

Bride Mrs Lewis Morris Emerges From Salt Fork Family

Recent bride Mrs Lewis Morris, formerly Minxy Isia Mae Johnson of Salt Fork, earned valedictorian honors in the senior class of Gait after completing high school and attending college at Cunyun.

Lewis Morris Minxy Isia Mae Johnson Salt Fork

Isla Mae Johnson Weds Lewis Morris At Hollis

Isla Mae Johnson of Salt Fork and Lewis Morris of Marella were married in Hollis on Wednesday November 26. The bride, daughter of Mrs. W. W. Johnson, graduated valedictorian from Wellington High School in 1992 and taught at Salt Fork and Lillie. The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Morris, also attended Wellington High and has worked at Dunlap's Department Store on Saturdays.

Isla Mae Johnson Salt Fork Lewis Morris Marella Hollis Browning Brewer W. W. Johnson Wellington High School Canyon College Lillie B. B. Morris Dunlap Tepartment

Musicians Club Hosts Tea and Legion Auxiliary Meeting

The Musicians Club hosted a rousing musical tea at Estella Cocke's home with readings by Mrs. Lester Benge and a violin trio. The event followed a Legion Auxiliary meeting planning district delegate roles and a Christmas charity drive for veterans and needy families.

Joint Legion Meeting Date Set For December 20

An update from reporter Mrs C Dryden notes the Legion and Auxiliary will meet jointly on December 20. Monthly joint socials move from the third Friday to the third Thursday evening.

Joint Legion Legion and Auxiliary Mra. 2 C. Dryden

Miss Ruth Hobbs Weds Mr. Austin Deger in Sayre

Announcement reports the marriage of Ruth Hobbs to Austin Deger on Saturday November 24 at 4 PM in Sayre Oklahoma officiated by G C Power. The couple, both tied to Aberdeen areas, plan to reside there with many friends wishing happiness and success. Reporter Mrs J L Light.

Ruth Hobbs Austin Deger Sayre Oklahoma G. C. Power J. J. Hobbs Aberdeen Hollis John M. Deger J. L. Light

East Ward P. T. A. Holiday Meeting Planned

The East Ward P. T. A. will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday December 18. The Rhythm Band will perform. Mrs W S Puryear will discuss Developing Attitudes in Children and Mrs G M Terry speaks on How Can Ethical Attitudes Be Taught. Christmas songs will be read and discussed. a large attendance is expected as the last meeting before the new year.

American Legion Auxiliary Legion Tall Wellingston Clarendon Furiows Meadamus John C. Harper Mr. M. Dudley G. Ifenry Bill Seaberry R.C. Dryden Riley Tunson Legion Hall Legion Wellington Legion and Auxiliary R. C. Dryden East Ward Jesson W. 5S. Puryear G. M. Terry Ernest Elliott Puryear

Domestic Science Club Held at Mrs. Lee O’Neil Home

Mrs Lee ONeil hosted the Domestic Science Club gathering last Wednesday afternoon December 3 in Texas History focus year. Mrs N Laichha and Mrs T E Benge presented program elements including Col Goodnight life sketch. Beth ONeil played piano aura. attendees listed.

Lee O'Neil Texas Jesson N. Laicha T. E. Benge Col. Goodnight Goodnight Beth O'Neil Mesdames ER. N. Lewis Minkston W. ¥. Burden Cleo Templeton J. B. Stevenson

Mrs. Austin O'Neil Hosts Sewing Club Christmas Party

The Jolly Twelve Sewing Club met with Mrs. Austin O'Neil on December 11 for its annual party. A decorated tree held gifts for each member and sewing and crocheting provided entertainment. Attendees included Mesdames J. M. Stowell, Harry Gilbert, W. A. Starkey, T. M. Johnston, C. C. Bishop, Scott Sigler, L. J. Campbell, and the hostess.

Jolly ‘Twelve Austin O'Neil J. M. Stowell Harry Gilbert W. A. Starkey T. M. Johnston C. C. Bishop Scott Sigler L. J. Campbell

Mary Beth McClaskey Hosts Friends On December Five

Mary Beth McClaskey hosted a gathering for several friends at her mother’s home on Wednesday afternoon December 5 from four to six. The group enjoyed games followed by homemade candy. Attending were Doris Brisbin Bobbie Lou Brewer Eula Lee Powell Doris Maddox Noma Faye Brisbin Carolyn Jordan Charles Hajek Dan Beavers Carol Jordan Newell Edward McClaskey and the hostess herself.

Mary Beth McClaskey W. W. McClaskey Doris Brisbin Bobbie Lou Brewer Eula Lee Powell Doris Maddox Noma Faye Brisbin Carolyn Jordan Charles Hajek Dan Beavers Carol Jordan Newell Edward McClaskey

Many Christmas Parties Planned For Next Week

Local society notes a flood of Christmas gatherings with Alta Mae West hosting friends for a November 26 party honoring Georgie Marie Jones of Mallia. Clubs plan tree exchanges dinners and music events through December 19 and beyond as churches schools and groups finalize their festive calendars.

Alta Mae West Georgie Marie Jones Mallia Fern Thompson Leta Mite Thompson Sevela Driskill Elaine Cooper Joe Alley Lc, Hill Bil Parker Elmer Driskill Clifford Dickerson Horace Small Georgie Mae Jones Alt Mae West

Miss Hermine Stover Weds Dr. Hooper in Pampa Ceremony

A Sunday morning wedding at the bride's home united Mina Hermine Stover and Dr. John M. Hooper with Rev. B. Gunton Fouts officiating. The couple, who will reside at 413 North Yeager in Pampa, begin their life together after a meteor trip to San Antonio and Austin.

Pampa Elspar A. Stover Th'edeck Mina Hermine Stover John M. Hooper B. Gunton Fouts First Methodist Church May Foremian Carr Hooper San Antonio Austin North Yeager Street Svecinker Ty of Kansas Pine Arte School De33 East Fein’ Son Ewing Leach T. R. Martin Lillian McNutt C. J. Stover Marjorie Ericsson Carr Woote Carl E. Fangmack Amarillo

Mrs Mike Gausnell Hosts Quail H D Club Meeting

The Quail Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. John Starr’s home with Mrs. Mike Gausnell hosting on Wednesday December 6. Plans were made for the Christmas party and the Council Banquet. A bound buttonholes demonstration was presented by Mrs. O K Dodson and Miss Callie Killingaworth with input from others.

Quail Mike Gausnell John Starr O. K. Dodson Callie Kill- Ingaworth L. B. Brishin T. C. Crabtrea E. Dodson Jess Forrester D. D. Gilliland Elmer Hiett Ira Morgan T. F. Simmons J. H. Starr W. C. Starr J. 8. Stewart Misa Callie Killingaworth Raymond Seesiona Mra

North Wellington Club Meeting At Mrs Wood Hostess

Members of the North Wellington Club met December 4 at Mrs K A Wood. Officers reported yearlong work and plans for a Christmas party on December 20 hosted by Mrs J E Admire with Mrs Ath and Mrs Gordon Thompson. Attending were Mrs Estey Gardner Admire Ham Gordon Johanan Mollie Kelag J Fain Milas Zon and others.

Wellington K. A. Wood J. E Mra. Ath Mra Gorden Thompson Ae Joint Horteares Hia Wera Moadames Fd

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Riggs Nicholson Club Round Dozen Club Astess Musicians Club Legion Auxiliary Mia John Harper Creations of God Dallas Aubrey Dollis Wile Ruth Forbis Dorothy Margaret Forbis Charles Crows Tve Panbers Duck Dead TB. Teneo M . Gribble Eulice Gibbons W. H. Murdock W.H. Murdock District ‘Work St W. Myers Pery Big Gibbens the Valley Murdock Henrietts Goarigta Qui East Ward P. T. A Horn Makers H. Riggs Vine Reaper Rally God Estelleleche Culture Club Vieromber Qa Thorsy Mies Hattie Waollinelon Meardas Christian Church Tacit Feather Thia Cluir Ritz J. W. Harper Hermine Stover Dr. Hooper Quail H. D. Club North
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