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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1963
Page
2
Friends in the Quail community surprised Otis and Mrs. Emmert at their home Saturday night December 30. About 30 attendees witnessed a three tier wedding cake, white cana les in crystal holders, and gifts including a silver water pitcher and chess plaques. Mrs. Carl Wischkaemper led the silver coffee service as games of 4 and dominoes followed.
The Wellington Garden Club met for its regular meeting on Wednesday morning January 2 in the Greenbelt Electric Club room. Hostesses were Mrs Bob Stephenson and Mrs Walter Franks. Vice president Mrs Chester Fires presided. The program Catalogue Fever was presented by Mrs J C Whisenant and refreshments were served to members Mines Fires R W Brantley Vaughan Henry Davidson Claude Killingsworth Earl Epps Whisenant John Heward and Robert Barjenhruch.
The WMU of First Baptist Church met January 7 at the church to discuss an Enlarged Ministry program. Participants included Mrs. J. G. Finley as chairman and Mmes Milburn Derryberry Silas Crawford Noble Murry 3 C Whisenant Duoshia Dix Harold Lamb and Leonard Karnes with Mrs. Charles Cason Sr. leading a brief business session.
A Friona couple Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Guinn observed their golden wedding anniversary. They married in 1912 and later moved to New Mexico. Mrs. Guinn was Myrtle Frances Filmer. Visitors at the Avetin home included Mr. and Mrs. Don B. Austin and Betsy from Lubbock.
A son Billy Ray born December 25 to Mr and Mrs Charles San yo weighed seven pounds thirteen ounces. Tawanne Faylynn daughter of Mr and Mrs W C Baker born January 6 in St Josephs Hospital weighed eight pounds six ounces. Jimmy Darrell Jr son of Mr and Mrs Jimmy Downe born January 6 in St Josephs Hospital weighed six pounds nine ounces.
Mrs. Dickie Sweat, Mrs. Woodrow Wilson and Mrs. Dick Sweat co-hosted a lingerie shower on Thursday January 8 at the Dick Sweat home for Miss Linda Warrick bride elect of Bill Warrick. Guests included Frances Warrick Mary Beth Aaron Jenny Ann Kennedy Bonnie Farrar Jane Orr Ann Orr Linda Orr Donna Allred Bidge Lowe Ann Heward Gail Howard Barbara Dobbs Glen Warrick Denzil Lacy and Douglas Seale.
The Collingsworth County Home Demonstration Council will meet Monday Jan 14 at 1 30 p m in the county court room. All old and new officers are urged to attend. The new officers will be installed at this meeting.
Mr and Mrs T C Crabtzer attended their annual family reunion in Shawnee Oklahoma last weekend. Harrison Real of Amarillo visited the home of Mr and Mrs Warren Carter, who is his uncle. New Year guests in the Nome of A L Robinson included Mr and Mrs Arthur Robinson and daughter Mrs David Branley and children from Hereford. Also visiting were Mr and Mrs Jesse Lee Robinson and sons from Hereford and Mr and Mrs Clea Robinson and children of Amarillo. Several children have chicken pox including Joey Ross, Terry, and the Roy Canada twins plus the Weld twin girls. Mr and Mrs James Boen are visiting in Lubbock this week.
A list of marriage licenses shows couples across Greer and surrounding Oklahoma counties. Names include Archie Penick and Barbara Shanks. Johnny Skinner and Gladys Warren. Joe Torrez and Minerva Garsa. Dear Dean Barnam and Brenda Randall. Freddie Fitzjurls and LaWuna Aebischer. Janes Miller and Jeanie Nation. Larry Thomas and Twila Lee. James Kirkland and Bettie Davis. Leon Qualls and Bertha Newson. Charles Skipper and Betty Reed. Dates range December through January with various county pairings.
A candlelight ceremony December 28 united Miss Erma Lee Farris and Don Young at the bride’s parents home near Hedley. Officiant J. G. Stepp read the rites. reception followed with milk glass and silver service. After a trip to Tampico, Mexico the couple will reside in Wichita Falls. Guests included A. James and Idan James of Lawton and J C Stepp of Kirkland.
The Christian Women's Circle met January 7 at the home of Mrs. Sandy Parsons Jr with Mrs. Bartlett, the new president, presiding. Devotionals, scripture readings, and lessons on Matthew 22 guided the session. Guests and visitors joined later at the Seale home, and funeral attendance in Shamrock was noted for H. T. Fields with kinship to Mrs. Gardner.
A string of visits highlights activity in the area. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Price of Fresno, California toured relatives in Needwood and spoke of old neighbors. Mrs. D. H. Laughter of Salt Lake City stayed with the Jim Harris family. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Ward of Dumas visited Will and family, while Will Ward recovers from illness. Keith Bowen of Childress spent time with Ring Bowen's family, and the Bentons hosted Donna and Gerret Richards on a weekend visit. Vertie Saunders of Mercedes returned home after weeks with her mother Mrs. Gardner. Mrs. L. Conner of Kirland, New Mexico visited the Seale household, and C. A. Smith of Slovis, New Mexico, was guest of his sister Mrs. J. G. Gardner.
U S farmers spent 420 billion dollars in 1962 on goods and services from the public and other farmers. They accounted for 8 percent of the population but bought 18 percent of U S petroleum and 8 percent of rubber, twice as much steel as railroads, and used more electricity than several major cities combined. They led in tractors and trucks, with 60 million tons of chemicals and more, amid Texas traffic fatalities falling in the first half and national traffic deaths rising seven percent. About 5,509 people visit the White House daily.
Ground beef and onion brown with peas and tomato soup in a casserole. Make a cheese filled biscuit crust by stirring flour baking powder and salt with shortening and milk. Shape around cheese cubes and bake at 450 degrees for twenty to twenty five minutes until deep golden brown.
Six million city job holders depend on farming for goods and services. Another ten million work in transporting processing storage and selling farm products. It is estimated that four out of ten private employment jobs relate to agriculture.
Across the nation it would be hard to find a more important customer than American agriculture. Tuberculosis the oldest known respiratory disease attacks without warning, sometimes not revealing its presence for years. Christmas seals fight TB and other respiratory disease. Ren Marshall, Texas, was once the capital of Missouri.
Clyde Powell finished six months on active duty under the National Guard program and has returned home. He was stationed at Fort Riley as an administrative clerk. The report notes a separate cost detail of £7,200 to get a T-47 jet bomber off the runway.
US Department of Agriculture scientists report a new chemical treating process for cotton padding to retain shape and appearance. The method adds a latex compound to prevent movement, enabling padding to mold and layer for furniture and auto dashboards. Commercial use not yet ready, but testing planned with several manufacturers.
The family of 3. M. Puicher expresses sincere appreciation for sympathy shown after the passing of their loved one. Gratitude is extended to Dr Charley Jones the staff of St Josephs Hospital Morgan s Nursing Home Bowie Street Church of Christ and First Baptist Church and all who offered consolation. May God bless each of you.
Classified notice shows a furnished apartment available at 1011 West Avenue. Contact phone AST- BHAA for details. Listing appears brief with no additional terms or dates given.
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