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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1948

Page

8

Engagement of Miss Mary Hudon Hudson to William Goforth Jr

Miss Mary Byrd Hudson announced engagement to William W. Goforth Jr. of Lexington Virginia by her parents Mr and Mrs Lewis A Hudson. Hudson, a Handley School graduate of 1946, studied at Westhampton College University of Richmond. Goforth, Lexington High School and University of Richmond graduate, SAE member, three years overseas in the U S Army, now athletics director in Orange Virginia.

Mary Byrd Hudson Lewis A. Hudson William W. Goforth Jr W. W. Goforth Lexington Hudson Handley ’School Westhampton College University of Richmond Goforth Lexington High School Sigma Alpha Epsilon U. S. Army Orange

Outdoor program at Opequon church draws speaker Rosenberger

Christian Endeavor of 24 Opequon Church in Opequon hosts its first outdoor event at 7 p.m. Sunday with guest John W. Rosenberger from Braddock Street Methodist Church. Betty June and Nancy May Hurst sing, devotional led by Mrs. Robert Bywaters of Kernstown. Circle No 6 Lutheran Women meet 8 p.m. July 13 at Mrs. William Brown home, transport from the church at 7:30 p.m.

Christian Endeavor Opequon Christian Endeavor of Opequon Church John W. Rosenberger Braddock St Methodist Church Betty June Hurst Nancy May Hurst Robert Bywaters Kernstown William Brown Middle Road

Calendar of Evening Star events for July days

The listing covers July weekday events with time and venues including WSCS at Mrs LeRoy Jones in Martinsburg Legion auxiliary VFW Municipal band at Rouss hall Madison lodge Lions Moose and Rebekah lodge meetings scheduled across July 10 to 13.

Restchurch LeRoy Jones Martinsburg American Legion Auxiliary Legion Home VFW Municipal Band Rouss Hall Madison Lodge Lodge All Lions Sarah Zane Moose Rebekah Lodge Ioof Hall

Miss Margaret Metz Shower Honors Bride to Be

Miss Margaret Jane Metz who will wed Mr. Charles DeHaven at Braddock Street Methodist Church on July 24 was honored at a kitchen shower given by Mrs. Kenzil Grubbs. Attending were Mrs. Dan Metz Mrs. Hayette Light Mrs. Roland White Mrs. Sam J. Swimley Mrs. Leon Pope Mrs. Ward Snyder and Misses Becky Lodge Mary Lou Sprint and Dorothy Davis.

Margaret Jane Metz Braddock St. Methodist Church Charles DeHaven Kenzil Grubbs E. Cork St Dan Metz Hayette Light Roland White Sam J. Swimley Leon Pope Ward Snyder Becky Lodge Mary Lou Sprint Dorothy Davis

Local Briefs from Excelsior Springs and Nearby

Mr. M. B. Bickers leaves for Excelsior Springs for a ten day stay. Rev. J. Emmart Dettra and family visit his parents in Kerns and will preach at Salem church. Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt welcome a daughter Nancy Virginia born July 3 in Winchester hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Higgs expect home today from a southern trip. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 21 meets to elect officers and assign delegates for Roanoke convention. Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Gibson and children vacation at Rehoboth Beach Delaware for two weeks.

J. Emmart Dettra Western Port L. R. Dettra Kernstown Salem Church Schmidt Charles Schmidt Springcrest Ave Nancy Virginia Winchester Hospital Margaret Hoffmaster Hagerstown American Legion Auxiliary Legion American Legion Auxilary Conrad Hoover Department Roanokeugust Patrick Henry Gibson Rehoboth Beach Thomas Gibson Delaware

Kennedy Bride Weds July 3 at Kennedy Home

Mrs Maurice Carpenter former Miss Kathryn Lorraine Kennedy married July 3 at her parents home Mr and Mrs Robert Keith Kennedy. After a southern honeymoon the couple will reside here.

Maurice Carpenter Kathryn Lorraine Kennedy Robert Keith Kennedy

Nursery School Seeks Larger Quarters for Expansion

The Gertrude Barton nursery school executive board met at Mrs. Barton’s home to review the treasurer’s report and plan next year’s budget for the Winchester Frederick County Community Chest. Mrs. Adams praised staff and noted 25 enrolled with 20 on a waiting list while praising rent-free use of the Braddock Street Methodist church and urging a larger permanent location.

Gertrude Barton Lillie Adams Barton Mary Welch Emma Wilgus Helen Lake Adams Braddock St

Comrade Margaret Collins Denny Classes Schedule Joint Session

The Comrade and Margaret Collins Denny classes of Braddock St Methodist church plan a joint session at 9 45 a m Sunday with opening exercises led by Mr M K Hutchinson and guest opener Mr Hawse. Miss Betty Bickers travels to Richmond to visit her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs C W Pinnell Jr.

Margaret Collins Denny Comrade Margaret Collins Denny Braddock St. Methodist Church M. K. Hutchinson A Hawse Betty Bickers Richmond C. W. Pinnell Jr Suzanne Pingley Ft. Lauderdale Fla L. V. Pingley W. Monmouth St J. W. Somers

Mrs Blanch Walton Returns to Martins Ferry

Mrs. Blanch Walton returns to her Martins Ferry Ohio home after a week with sister Mrs Violet Ho mar Berryville Ave. Mr and Mrs Stover return to Bethlehem Pa after visiting the Stover sisters Mrs Sadie Hamrick and Miss Hattie Stover at 138 N Washington St.

Blanch Walton Martins Ferry Ohio Violet Homar Berryville Ave Stover Bethlehem Paul E. Stover Sadie Hamrick Hattie Stover N. Washington St

Miss Jane Bickers Weekend at Rehoboth Beach

Miss Jane Bickers is spending the weekend at Rehoboth Beach as the guest of friends.

Jane Bickers Rehoboth Beach Miss Jane Bickers

Ruth Elizabeth Boyles Weds John Leroy Jones in Quiet June Ceremony

Ruth Elizabeth Boyles, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. William Boyles of Williamsport, Md., married John Leroy Jones son of Mrs. Oscar McGowan of Chambersburg in a 4 p.m. double ring ceremony on June 19 conducted by Rev. F. T. Kabler. The couple plans a wedding trip through western Pennsylvania and will live at the bride’s home after returning. Jones is a Williamsport High School graduate and works for Victor Cushwa and Sons.

Ruth Boyles John Jones J. William Boyles Williamsport Clarke County Ruth Elizabeth John Leroy Jones Oscar McGowan Chambersburg F. T. Kabler

Men’s Bible Class Notices

Golden Rule Bible class will meet in its room at 8 45 a m tomorrow with Wheeler as guest speaker. Wesleyan Men’s Bible class at Market Street Methodist Church will worship at 9 45 a m tomorrow.

Golden Rule Bible Braddock St Eeef Wesleyan Men's Bible Class Market St

Berryville Social Notes Highlight Local Guests and Visits

Gene Neill Kimball returns to Washington after a Rock Hall farm stay. Guests include Maj or Dallas Halversted and Dr Roy Hafen of Denver. Washington visitors Miss Virginia Page hosts Roberta Whitehead Edith Verry Alice McLean and Catherine Page. Multiple families and educators are shown traveling or visiting relatives across Berryville Charles Town Winchester Staunton Huntington and Milwaukee.

Gene. Neill Kimball Washington Rock Hall Farm Kimball Home Dallas Halversted Roy Hafen Denver Hafen University of Glasgow Virginia Page Roberta Whitehead Edith Verry Alice McLean Catherine Page Anna Boyd Page

Social notes from Berryville and vicinity

Local society items list visits and stays across Berryville Charles Town Middletown and nearby towns. Mrs Durward Smallwood Mrs H P Whitmore Mrs Sarah Royston and others are noted with relatives guests and family events including a July wedding and a county clerk’s records reindexing death notice. Ensign William Henson heads to Key West and several families host guests and attend gatherings.

Washington Guests and Local Visitors Over Weekend

Washington visitors included Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Hamilton and Mr. William Kidd. Mr. Warner, Mrs. Warner, and others traveled to Ha gerstown and Stanley Virginia. Visitors to Radford and VPI included Mr. Olcott and family and staff from Veteran on Farm training. Riverside summer home opened by Mr. J. P. Williams Jr. and Mrs Scheuer hosted guests from Baltimore and Front Royal.

Richard N. Olcott Rickie Radford Mr. Olcott VPI Martin Mallory Newton D.baker Hospital Henry Clark Clark Home Washington C. P. Dutridge NDB Hospital Garland Seabright Front Royal J. P. Williams Jr Pittsburg Riverside

Lesson In English by W. L. Gordon

Guide lists common errors and corrections in usage and pronunciation. It explains correct forms for misused phrases such as confusing identities and mispronounced words like banquet. The note emphasizes spelling rules and word choice to improve writing.

W. L. Gordon John

Word Study Prompt on Intonation and Modulation

A daily vocabulary note explains intonation as the modulation of voice. It cites an example where curious intonation causes a person to glance.

Thanking the hostess after a small party etiquette query

A reader asks whether a guest should call the hostess to express thanks after attending a small party. The column weighs manners and timing in post event gestures, suggesting consider the host’s preference and the event’s formality to decide.

Proper forms of address and reception etiquette in social events

The guide covers how to address a congressman with The Hon and how a senator is titled on envelopes. It notes a woman is received first when walking a reception line and confirms that acknowledgment at party end is acceptable.

Weeds Are a Menace to Health

Residents urged to remove weeds promptly to curb health risks. Local health officials warn unmanaged growth can harbor pests and disease. Community cleanups planned this week aim to reduce hazards and improve curb appeal.

Pattern 4822 Sewing Pattern Ad from Winchester Star

Pretty curve lines for Pattern 4822 two piece dress pattern in sizes 34 through 50. Includes illustrated instructions and easy to sew fit testing. Send 25 cents plus name address size and pattern number to Winchester Star Pattern Dept New York. Also offers Anne Adams Summer Pattern Book and free sun-tan catalog with extra 15 cents.

Winchester Star Pattern Dept West 17Th St New York N. Y Anne Adams

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MIAMI Winchester Front Royal the Evening Star Margaret Metz M. B. Bickers Excelsior Springs Andrew Higgs Anrdew Higgs Pennsylvania Ave Brook's Pharmacy Haldeman’s Creamery Bride Gaunt R. A. Craig R. Augustus Craig Berryville Virginia Tech J. A. Engle Luke T. Beauchamp Virginia Methodist Conference Henry Lee Robison Federation Council of Churches Robert H. Magill B. L. Hummel Blacksburg W. C. Shawen Chester B. P. Edwards Bristol Harry Fishel Memorial Hospital Men's Bible Class E. A. Bayliss of Staunton Walter Rutherford Jr Walter Rutherford R. Carrington Paulette Jeanne and R. Carrington Paulette Jr Mt. Amy, N. 1 D. E. Dunn Ben Belchie Judy Winchester Robert Lee Charles Town Huntington W. M. Mytinger Joseph Capelka Berryville Schools Capelka Jay H.G. Heflebower Milwaukee Carralee Smallwood John McDonald Mr. and Mrs. Durward Smallwood John Osbourn H. P. Whitmore Sarah Royston Ernest Adams Alberta Martin Middletown Harry Jenkins Mrs Harry Wynkoop Robert R. Smith Jr W. Hebert Rogers Kimbalton Va Tyson Dortch Ted Dortch Mary Armstrong Riggs Jimmie Oklahoma City Mollie King Charles King Portia Baldwin Portsmouth Maria Morris Johnny Bailey Sophia Smallwood Harlow Smallwood Miss Smallwood Miss. Shelton Vernon Smallwood Arlington Frances Feltner Vawter George W. Conard Baltimore Howard C. Lane Conard Ernest C. Feltner Ray A. Vawter Hyattsville Joseph Conard Mr. Conard Alexandria Commonwealth Life Insurance Co Twyla Cromer Vawter Canards John Nelson Carr The Future Farmers of America Helen G. Bishop Louise Huyette Frankie Showalter Troutville, Va E. A. Sweeney Brooklyn Theodore Miller E. P. Dorsey Gainesville, Va Holmes Robertson William Blythe Sue, Ward Sandra Ned Lewis Avon-on-The-Sea Robert E. Lee Lewis Ensign William Henson W. E. Henson Ensign Henson Key West Florida Oscar Hamilton Jr Harriet Hamilton O. P. Hamilton Hamilton William Kidd Harry C. Warner Stanley, Va Henry Davis R. M. Cross Harold Scheuer Max Theodore Ethel Eleanor and Mariam Theodore James McDowell Roberta Lee Commercial and Savings Bank Commercial & Savings Bank Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Lipton’s Tea the Food Center N. Loudoun St Wheels S & F Bargain Store N. Cameron St Armstrong and Pabco Armstrong Rug Cather Cather & Moling Vegeta Loudoun St Bles Crisman Cleaners S. Kent St Dial Wright Sypnet William Cullen Bryant Gabardine Worste Bell Clothes Timberlakes Timberlake
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