Elgin Courier and Four County News (Elgin, Tex.), Vol. 66, No. 47, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 7, 1957 Page: 6 of 8
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paternal grandparents. Mrs. W.
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Talk is cheap. So we don’t just tell you International’s
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We want you to see for yourself.
That’s why we invite you to compare the truck you now
own with International for comfort. We’d like you to drive
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Compare it for power and performance, too!
So don’t just let us brag. Come on in and take our "com-
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HOME IN SAN MARCOS
After serving four years in the
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Wades Announce
Birth of Daughter
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Wade of San
Marcos are announcing the birth
of a little daughter, Pamela Sue,
who was born Jan. 15 in Wharton,
Texas.
Maternal grandparents are Mr.
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Taylor is indeed fortunate in hav-
ing such a well versed Bible teach-
-er.
Mrs. Webb presented the guest
with a token of appreciation on
behalf of the society.
About 30 members were pres-
ent for this final study of Paul’s
Letters.
Imagine saving nearly $20 on the regular year-round
price of a famous Sealy Natural Rest! It’s button-free
..no buttons, no bumps, no lumps! You can’t buy
a finer quality, more luxuriously comfortable mat-
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The Methodist WSCS met in
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for the final chapters in the study
book “Paul’s Letters”
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Linstrum of Manor. Mr. and, Mrs.
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Mrs. Tom Linstrum and infant
daughter, Karen Sue arrived home
yesterday from Brackenridge Hos-
pital and were given a royal wel-
come by “big brother” -Todd and
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Dr. and Mrs. T. E. Linstrum received his discharge January 22
are the proud parents of a lovely and with his family has moved
little 6 pound 4 ounce daughter, to San Marcos, where he has en-
born Friday, February 1, in Brack- tered SWTSTC. Their address is
enridge Hospital, in Austin. They Apartment 10, Riverside Homes,
have named her Karen Sue. The Mr. Carter is the son of Mr.
Linstrums are also parents of a and Mrs. L. B. Carter of Elgin
14-month-old-son, Todd. and his wife is the former Joan
Grandparents of the young lady Speckles of Coupland, both of
are Mrs. Nellie Holcombe, of El- whom are graduates of Elgin
gin, and the Rev. and Mrs. O. E. High School.
The meeting opened with a
hymn sung in unison by the group,
accompanied by Mrs. W. R. Nei-
buhr, and was followed by prayer
and scripture reading by Mrs.
Jack Webb.
Mrs. Ozelle Zieschang of Tay-
lor was then introduced and gave
her fourth and final chapters of
the Book. These letters have al]
been presented in such a manner
that the entire group feels they
know Paul and his teachings. Mrs.
Zieschang gave a wonderful review
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as hosts on the evening of Jan. 0
31. Sixteen guests were served Its a Boy For Dwight
at small tables set up in the living . , A .
room. At this time the bride- Linds, Or Austin
elect presented silver compotes to Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Lind, 202
her attendants and Mr. Williams East 48th, Austin, have named
presented the gentlemen of the their little son Bradley Dwight.
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been keeping Dr. Tom company guests last Sunday of Mr. and
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learned that electric home heating' is the
best . . . the most efficient. . . the safest
way ... to heat every room in the house,
+ You’ll Live Better When You Live
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which was enthusiastically re-
accompanied the soloist, Miss The bridegroom’s mother selected —--------o—— ----
Nellwyn Hermann, who sang “Be- a gown of pastel pink with tucked I 1 , . Iy
cause” and “The Lord’s Prayer” midriff and a full gored skirt, * resbyterlan women
and played the traditional Lohen- worn with matching pink access- Meet in Manse
grin and Mendelssohn marches cries. Their corsages were of The circle meeting of Presby-
for the processional and recess- carnations. terian women met January 8 at
ional- , The reception was held in Fei- the manse, at 6:00 p m for a
owship Hall of the church where covered dish supper.
the bridal couple, their parents, Mrs. Harvey Upchurch led the
and the wedding attendants form- Bible study “Our Responsibility
e e receiving line. Miss Janet as Christian Citizens”.
Frederick of Austin presided at officers for 1957-58 were then
the.guest book. . ,) installed by Mrs. Jesse C. Miller,
The decorations featured the out-going president of the Circle.
chosen color theme with white The members each made plans
carnations, as the floraling.. The for, and arranged, their work
bride s table was laid with a hand- Books for the year 1957.
some white cutwork cloth and Those present were: Mesdames
the centerpiece was an arrange- Jesse c Miller, Leo Foehner, Ed-
ment of white carnations and .. _____ 1‘ „ ’ .
. . „ . . , ... 3 . win Bronaugh, Owens Carter,
stock flanked at either side by Chas E Davis, Joseph Metcalfe,
four-branched candelabra in which H Upchurch, Guy Carter, J.
white tapers burned. Miss Shirley pD. „
• . m . ... - B. Posey, Wm. B. Foehner, Cecil
Bartz, Taylor, served the wedding 1 T 1. . . C
‘-r! t 1 U Fisher, Leslie Fisher, Sr., Leslie
cake and Miss Lou Ann Ram- : ’ TT • _
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water, also of Taylor, poured Long ‘of Rusk
Mrs. Williams selected as her ------ T 2
traveling ensemble, on .a trip of WMU Circles Meet for
unannounced destination, a beige p.:. D:LI c_.I_
sheath with matching jacket and business, bible ~tudy
accessories, accented with a white 4> TheWMU circles of First Bap-
orchid corsage. Upon their return tist Church met at the church
the couple will be at home at 1807 Tuesday for a business session and
West 35th Street, in Austin. Bible study.
Pre-nuptial courtesies honoring Mrs. Harvie Allen president,
Mrs. Williams included a miscel- presided over the business session,
laneous shower on Jan. 20 for when monthly reports were made,
which Misses Shirley Bartz, Reta following the opening song and
Remmert, Lou Ann Rainwater, prayer by Mrs. Lee Wilson,
and Janet Frederick were hos- Mrs. Syd Davis taught the Bible
tesses Lesson on “The Purpose In Geth-
A beautifully appointed dinner semane” Matt, 26.; from the study
for 12 guests at Taylor Country book. Great Prayers of the Bible.
Club, with Miss Nellwyn Her- She made a very inspiring talk
mann as hostess; and a lovely which was enjoyed by all.
luncheon at the Carlie Grau home Mrs. Allen asked for a special
where Mrs. Grau and daughter, prayer for the sick and shut-ins,
Miss Carlyn entertained 22 guests, which was voiced by the new pas-
The rehearsal dinner was held tor s wife, Mrs. Vickers.
in Elgin at the home of the pros- Present by circles: Carolyn Bell,
pective bridegroom’s parents, 21 Dorothy Garrett, 14; Veda
Mr. and Mrs. J. Frank Williams Luzuk, 5.
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Mrs. John Candill, Bill and Judy
and Mrs. Culter, of Blytheville,
Arkansas have returned home af-
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Out-of-town guests attending Jan. 18, at St. David’s Hospital in
the wedding other than from El- Austin and weighed in at 8 pounds
gin were Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Mor- and 9 1/2 ounces.
ris, Mrs. Georgia Vaughan, Miss Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Griffin of
Judy Vaughan and Marilyn Ra- Austin are the maternal grand-
goose, all of Houston; Mr. and parents and Mr. and Mrs. Leon
Mrs. C. D. Williams and Don, Mr. Lind Elgin are the paternal
and Mrs. Jack Hennig and Mrs. grandparents. Rev. and Mrs. Er-
Ruby Pope, Austin; Mrs. Andy nest Johnson of Austin are his
Stewart, Ingram; Mr. and Mrs. paternal great-grandparents.
W. J. Michnar, Mrs. Mary J. Sims, Mrs. Lind will be remembered
San Antonio; Miss Martha Joyce as the former Nell Griffin, of El-
Schonerstedt, Temple; Rodney gin, and both she and Mr. Lind
Marburger, Seguin; Ronnie Ar- are Elgin High School graduates
buckle and Gene McVay, San Mar- and have a host of friends here
cos and J. P. Schroeder, Brenham, who will be interested in learning
"Courtesy.Taylor Daily Press.” of their newfound happiness.
76 th Anniversary
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| white cathedral tapers. as candlelighters. time to be with her, Mrs. R. A.
• Music was provided by Miss For her daughter’s wedding, Hiller is substituting for Mrs.
g) Kay Stern, organist who present- Mrs. Sims chose an aqua nylon, Rive,s, who is a teacher in. Elgin
ed a prelude of nuptial selections, worn with matching accessories. High School.
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Mrs. John Perez, 409 W. Brenham
Benefit of Sacred Heart Church
302 W. 11th
Or if you prefer to eat but, come to Parish Hall for supper
SUNDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 10th
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smoke or flames . there’s noihingcom-
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Hold Missionary
WMU Circles of First Baptist
Church met jointly Tuesday af-
ternoon, January 22 at the church
for a Missionary program pre-
ames Sheryl Lynn Arbuckle tant tophe WasretuSsroks
Franklin Williams, Jr. In Talor Ceremony Born in Taylor, e . Following the opening song,
„ Mr. and Mrs Ray Arbuckle Jr. in unison, M Shirley led
, o- have named their little daughter . praver
W Sheryi Lynn. She was born Friday, Mrs, Dean Davis Ice president,
p Feb. .1 at 1145 at Johns presided in the absence of the
Hospital in Taylor and weighed in president, Mrs. Harvie Allen, who
. at 6 pounds and 9 ounces was served >
The proud grandparents are _ jeader ana pave the devo_
Mr. and Mrs. Hilding Kylherg and g krom Psalms 46.
H Mr. and Mrs. Ray Arbuckle, Sr, on the program
... of Elgin; and.Mrs. Warren Ar- Mesdames Walter Carson,
5 Eigin, is her Ramsey, Sr, George shirley and
2_____________________________ A. C. Brown, each of whom made
The bride is the daughter of Mr. an interesting talk on what Home
— and Mrs. Bob Sims of Taylor and Mission Work is being done by
is a graduate of Taylor High the State Board and Mission work-
1 School. She is employed in Austin ers in Louisiana.
by Southwestern Bell Telephone Mrs. Lee Wilson closed the meet-
— Company. ing with prayer.
fe. Mr. Williams, son of Mr. and Present by Circles:: Carolyn j
Mrs. J. F. Williams of Elgin, is Bell, 11, Doris Garrett, 10, Veda 1
a graduate of Elgin High School Luzuk, 5. i
and attended Blinn Junior Col- -------------------
lege, in Brenham, and South-
fe west State Teachers’ College, in c • «1T I
& San Marcos. He is presently em- Session, Yearbook
J ployed in construction work in Program Held
Austin. , . X , ... - The WSCS of First Methodist
r The bride entered with • Church met Tuesday afternoon,
J father, who gave her in marriage. Jan. 15, at 3:00 o'clock, in the
6 She.wore.a ballerina length 8own ‘annex regular
— of Chantilly lace over satin. The . . . S
, 4 1 : c ,2 monthly business meeting and
•- basque type bodice was fashion- A, S— ,
1 ul „ . A .1. yearbook program. Mrs. Frank
” feed with a scalloped, scoop neck- 1,1. j 1 , .
_ line which former a "V” in the Williams presided over the busi l
I ■ back, and long sleeves tapering to ness session. K was voted tobuy.a
IT ’ ; xt -x xt. -x a 2... Book of Memorials in which to i
E < a Pe crusted satin cumberbund tied keep a permanent record of all I
with a large bow at the ’back memorial gifts to the church. .
"" 'joined the bodice and boufkant Mrs N. R Radtke was leader
skirt which was accented with a of the Yearhook program the sub-
scalloped hemline, ject of which was "Islands of Our
A pearl encrusted coronet of Community •
lace held her shoulder length Mis. O. L. Payne brought the
veil of bridal illusion, and she devotional from Psalms. “For
carried a white orchid on a white All Children Faith In God was
Bible a gift of the bridegroom, the meditation topic given by
Her only jewelry was a single Mrs. Edward Brandt.
n T TP If -7.01, -r t.a nf non via" Mrs. Ned Fails’ talk was OH
Mrs. James Franklin Williams, Jr. strand or pearls. • .
. . • Miss Diane Sims, of Taylor No Map is an Island .
Themarriase of Miss Sharon was her sister’s only attendant. The closing hymn “Rise Up, O
______________________—--Money Sims and James Franklih Her gown was a sheath model in Man of God” was sung in unison
„ Williams, Jr. was solemnized Fri- blue .silk, worn with matching led by Mrs. Knowles with Mrs.
Eh day evening February 1, in First accessories. Her bouquet was' a Jack Webb as accompanist.
6 Presbyterian Church, in Taylor at colonial arrangement of white ’ Mrs. Radtke dismissed the
- 1' seven o’clock, with . Dr. David pom pom chrysanthemums, ’ meeting with prayer.
E Shepperson, pastor of the church Mr. Williams was attended by ----------0-------
E) officiatins in the double ring, his brother, Jackie Williams, of Jane Rivers who has been a
candlelisht ceremony. Elgin, as best man. Serving as patient in Seton Hospital in Aus
The church was decorated in ushers were Rodney Marburger, tin the past two weeks was able
a green and white theme with al- Coupland; Lynn Ray Gustafson to return home last Thursday-and
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Bredlow, Robert L. & Finch, Lena. Elgin Courier and Four County News (Elgin, Tex.), Vol. 66, No. 47, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 7, 1957, newspaper, February 7, 1957; Elgin, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1562284/m1/6/: accessed July 16, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Elgin Public Library.