Palacios Beacon (Palacios, Tex.), Vol. 33, No. 33, Ed. 1 Thursday, August 15, 1940 Page: 5 of 8
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Thursday. August 15, 1940
PALACIOS BEACON. PALACIOS, TEXAS
Announcement
Announcing the addition of the
New Ray Machincless Oil Wave.
We have solutions for every texture
of hair. . . Dry Lusterless hair,!
bleached or dyed hair, baby fine and
normal hair can be waved success-
fully with the solutions of the New
Ray Mnehineless Wav'e. Our hair
deserves the best that wo can give
it, so with this in mind we are al-
ways on the alert for anything that,
will be a benefit and a satisfaction
to our customers. Call the Peacock
Beauty Salon. Phone 84 for prices
and appointment. ___
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By GENE CARR
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Colran Method. . Sagging muscles
and necks, loose wrinkled skin can
now be revitalized—muscles firm-
ed, and the soft, rounded contours
of youth and health restored.
For the next few
Peacock Beauty Salon is offering
this method to their patrons at a
greatly reduced price. . . Courtesy
Card of Thanks
I wish to thank the kind friends
and neighbors for their acts of love
and sympathy during our recent be-
reavement in the loss of our loved
one. I am especially grateful for
the kind words of sympathy and
beautiful floral offerings.
E. C. Culbertson.
for an appointment, and experience
for yourself the restful, pleasant
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and vigor to depleted and broken-
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1941 Hudsons Go
On Display Here
Friday, August 16
Returning from a private pre-
view of three new lines of Hudson
j cars for 1941, Foley Motor Com-
| pany, Hudson dculer for this city,
: disclosed today that the new Hud-
I son cars, first of the industry’s new
j model offerings, began rolling off
the assembly lines eight weeks ago
at the company’s huge Detroit
plant, after many months of pre-
paration involving important chassis
changes and an advanced style de-
sign. Public announcement of the
new cars will be made Friday, Aug-
ust 10, Mr. Foley snid.
In describing the new Hudson
models, Mr. Foley said: “Striking
new body styling, longer wheelbase
—and an extensive list of improve-
ments and refinements are offered
in the three new 1941 Hudson
models. Spotlighted is an advanced
development in color hurmony ap-
pearing for the first time in a full
line of cars in standard production.
“The new development, termed
Symphonic Styling by Hudson de-
signers, will offer buyers, at no
extra cost, even in the lowest price
field, a selection of interior color
combinations that harmonize with
exterior colors. Up to now, Hudson
stylists point out, one upholstery
color has usually done duty with
every body color. Carpets, floor
mats and trim have introduced still
other assorted interior colors and
tones.
“Symphonic Styling now offers
complete harmony between the in-
terior shades of upholstery and trim
and the exterior body colors. Basic-
JUST HUMANS
By GENE CARR
"Kin Ya See Yerself, Foolish?”
"Yeah, You Fellers C’mon Up an' Take a Look!"
Margaret Lubben
Margaret Jane Dempsey Lubben,
wife of Chris Lubben, died at her
home in Francitas, Friday, Aug-
ust 9, aged 64 years, two months
and 12 days. Funeral services were
____________ held Monday afternoon at the fam-
ally, the new 1941 Hudson interiors1 '■? residence, conducted by the pas-
are styled in three color combina-ltor of the Blessing Catholic Church,
tions, grey, green and tan—the one!an() interment made in the Palacios
included in any car being determin- Cemetery under the direction of the
ed by the exterior color. For ex-
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ample, if tan is the basic color har-
mony selected, not only the exterior
body color but the upholstery, head-
lining, trim, carpets, floor mats and
instrument panel will also be in
harmonizing shades of tan.
“The ensemble effect achieved by
Symphonic Styling is entirely new
in motor cars and can be described
as an application of the same har-
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well-planned home furnishings, en-
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the like.
New Body Styling
“All three new 1941 Hudsons are
lower, longer and more graceful in
‘silhouette.’ Front ends are re-styled
in a more decorative chrome treat-
Paiacios Funeral Home.
Besides her husband Mrs. Lubben
is survided by one sister, Mrs. Gus
Smith, in Oregon; one brother, Mr.
Dempsey, of Hammond, Ind., three
stepdaughters, Mrs. E. R. Martin,
Francitas; Miss Elsie Lubben, of
the home, Mrs. W. R. Pounders,
Tyler, Texas, and one step-son, R.
G. Lubben, of Austin, and a host
of friends who regret her passing.
Heartfelt sympathy is extended the
bereaved ones.
Miss Elizabeth Sisson returned
Miss Geneva Kantz
Weds Jim Ramsey
Monday Afternoon
Miss Geneva Kantz, daughter of
Mrs. W. P. Kantz, became the bride
of James Gettys McCampbell Ram-
sey, Jr., son of Rev. and Mrs. J. G.
M. Ramsey of Palacios, Texas, Mon-
day afternoon at the First Presby-
terian Church.
The Rev. J. G. M. Ramsey per-
Pagc 8
CARANCAHUA
The Ganado Community Organft-
zation entertained the Carancahu*
and Dcutschburg Communities last
Wednesday evening. A lunch of hot
dogs, potato chips, pie, orang*
punch and coffee were served aft**
which an hour or two of gam#*
were enjoyed by a (urge number at
guests.
The Jackson County 4-H boy*
went on a 3-day camp last week.
Those attending from Carancaho*
were as follows; Burton and LaW^
Tence~Abrahamson, Clifton Frank-
son, Johnnie and David Frankson,
Wilbur Frankson, Ludvig and Ken-
neth Lee Peterson, Artie Larson,
Jr., and Charles Wilson and Ma]^
nard Frankson, the Club sponsor.
There were preaching services at
the church Sunday night. Brother
Mack brought a very good messag*
as usual.
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Abraham
visited in the Guy L. Cavallin horn*
in Olivia Sunday afternoon.
Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Olson ar*
staying at their cottage here for *
few days until a new job opens up
for Mr. Olson.
Martin Loff is employed at th*
Olivia Gin Company in Olivia.
PRAIRIE CENTER
Mr. and Mrs. Shady Lane, and
Mr. and Mrs. Joiner of Palacio*
visited Mr. and Mrs. Bill Chambler
Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Able Pierce, amt
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stallard, en-
tertained a group of Bay City
friends Thursday night with a fish
fry on the hay.
Mr. S. J. Hill returned home from
Corsicana, Friday night.
Mrs. John Glen and daughter,
Laverene, returned last week from
visit with her parents in West
formed the ceremony, assisted by
Rev. T. B. Gallaher pastor of the'jexas
local Presbyterian Church, and the
wedding music was given by John! * 'Dano-. , .. _ ,, . ,
Henson of Dallas. ‘•Because’’ was were Bay C,t‘V and NeW Gulf V1*1*
Mrs. Royace Darnell
sung by Mrs. Claudia Young, of
Smithville. The church was decorat-
ed with white asters and fern.
Given in marriage by her broth-
er, Joe Kantz, the bride wore a
gown of white satin with a lace
fitted jacket buttoned to the throat
with small satin buttons. The
Tuesday night from a visit with, ?n*?r,-tip vei‘ of n]uT" <,ira',ed
friends in Houston and Gladewater.
More money is invested in the
petroleum industry than any other
ment. ParM*ula*iy noteworthy is\ American industry except railroad
the sweep of the new rear-deck de-j tlansportat'on’
sign with the accompanying new
design of rear quarter windows and
roof panel. This new rear body
styling, in combination with a 2-
inch reduction in overall body
height and an increase in body
length of 5>,4 inches, enhances the
smooth harmonious flow of body
lines and imparts to the car a new
low-swung racy appearance.
“In the lowest price field for
1941, Hudson offers a new 92 horse-
power Hudson Six, on a wheelbase
increased to 116 inches. A still low-
er priced model, with the same pow-
er and wheelbase, completes the
company’s entries in the lowest
price division of the market.
“Just above this lowest priced
line is a new 102 horsepower Hud-
son Super-Six, with a wheelbase in-
creased to 121 inches and a further
group of 1941 advancements.
“An entirely new series of models,
known as the Hudson Commodore
Series rounds out the 1941 line.
Headline offerings in this group are
the new 128 horsepower Hudson
Commodore Eight, mounted on a
121-inch wheelbase, and its com-
panion car, the Hudson Commodore
Six, of 102 horsepower, on the
same wheelbase. In this series the
new Commodore Eight Custom
Coupe, on 121-inch wheelbase, and
new Commodore Custum Sedan,
on 128-inch wheelbase are hailed
as the most luxurious cars Hudson
has ever built.”
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Floerke and two
children, of Taft, spent the week-
end here with Mr. and Mrs. Frank
Autrey and family.
Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Tompkins,
son, John, and daughter, Charlene,
of Corpus Christi, are visiting his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Tomp-
kins.
Miss Effie Mae Hidgon, sister of
Mrs. Ruth McDonald, underwent an
eye operation in Houston Monday
morning, which her friends hope
will be entirely satisfactory.
Mrs. C. L. de St. Aubin accom-
panied Mrs. Henry Rugeley and
Mrs. S. Stewart, of Bay City, to
San Antonio, where they visited
Mrs. Patty Rugeley and wiere
guests a ther birthday party.
daintily over her soft full length
sleeves of lace, and she carried a
prayer book on which was a white
gardenia, and from which streamed
tube roses.
Miss Margaret Kantz attended
the bride as maid of honor and wore
a gown of peach net and lace. She
carried a colonial bouquet of mixed
flowers.
Little Miss Lou Anne Williamson,
dressed in blue, laid a path of rose
petals for the bride.
Gerald Pope was best man, and
ushers were Paul Kantz, Sam Mont-
gomery, and Bill Carruthers.
Prior to the wedding, a luncheon
was given for the bridal party by
Mrs. A. E. Williamson of Bonham
and sister of the bride at the home
of Mrs. Joe Kantz.
When the couple left for a short
wedding trip, the bride was wear-
ing a navy blue sheer crepe dress
with white accessories and a white
tors Monday.
Miss Grace Pearl Pierce visited
in the Stallaid home Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. Leo Johnson and
children were Bay City visitor*
Saturday.
Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Chaddock at
Victoria were here the first of th*
week visiting their daughter. Mm
Wylie Milam and family.
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Miss Berle Forehand was brought
home Friday from the Bay City
hospital in the Palacios Funeral
Home ambulance. We are pleased
to report she stood the trip nicely
and is muking a rapid recovery.
Mrs. Mike Alessandro is enjoy-
ing a visit with her son, Michael N.
Alessandro, who has a few days
Mrs. W. M. Kimble, of Troup,
came in Monday for a visit with
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C.
Stulting ami family. She is accom-
panied by her niece, Mrs. Jimmy
Bowman and baby daughter, of Kil-
gore,
Dr. and Mrs. D. C. Ruthven of
Houston, announce the birth of a
fine boy on Sunday, August 11,
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Ruthven. All are doing fine, the
proud grandfather, Duncan Ruth-
ven, states.
Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Coker, son and
daughter, of Livingston, were here
the first of the week, guests of
Mrs. Coker’s sister, Mrs. O. L. Kirk-
patrick. They were accompanied by
Mr. and Mrs. Jaggers, who went on
to Austin after a short visit here.
The birthdays of Mrs. Bentler,
Mrs. Singley, Mrs. Oldham and
Mrs. M. M. Miller were celebrated
last Friday afternoon by the Social
Workers at the home of Mrs. Bent-
ler. Twelve members and two visi-
tors were present to enjoy the short
program followed by several games
of “42”. Each member brought a
covered dish lunch for the refresh-
ments, and the hostess served cold Rev' . Mrs- J’ G- Ramsey
drinks. Everyone had a delightful an<1 their son Dick’ rctllrne<1 last
time. | Saturday from Commerce where
they attended the marriage cere-
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Read These Important FactsI
Quivering nerves can make you old, haggard,
cranky—cnn muku your lift u nightmare* of
jealousy, self pity and “tho blues/*
such nervousness is due to femule
SHEESSSS
M. T. Brooking has rented the
Hayes property on the highway in
the east part of town and is mov-
ing his family here. Mr. Brooking
will be in charge of the new City
State Bank of Palacios. Mr. Perry
who will also he asaociaLfid adth
the bank has rented one of the D.
S. Prinzing cottages and will move
his family here as soon as possible.
T. A. CASTLETON, Agent, Bay City
JACK RAMZEL, Station, Palacios
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Dismukes, Mrs. J. W. Palacios Beacon (Palacios, Tex.), Vol. 33, No. 33, Ed. 1 Thursday, August 15, 1940, newspaper, August 15, 1940; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth725954/m1/5/?q=%22%22~1: accessed July 17, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Palacios Library.