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TIIF. FNTF-IU'IUSK-TOCSIN JUNE 10, I7i SEC. I. PAGE II Local student hears fmm igwrence Welk pianist TV star phones Greg Peeples By KKAN DAVIS Greg Peeples of lndianola got a special combination birthday and graduation surprise this year, lie received a call from a music like Ralston plays sometimes." he added. "You know at different times and moods, different music," he said.

"I have about three of his records. Mother and Dad listen to them a lot." Although Greg may find the music Ralston plays on the Lawrence Welk show a bit slow and said for his personal liking, he has learned that friendship ran bridge age gaps and penetrate stardom. Following the phone call, Greg received a personal note from Ralston. "He wished me luck in junior college and said he hoped I'd come out there sometime," said Greg. In the fall, Greg plans to attend Mississippi Delta Junior College.

"I want to go there for a year or two and then transfer to Southern." Greg's interest in music tends toward the "hard rock" "I like to listen to easy going birthday and congratulated me on graduating from high school," said Greg. "He also lold me he'd like for me to come out there sometime. I told him you never can tell, that I just might." The birthday call was a surprise for Greg, but not as unusual as it may seem. For the past six year. Greg has received Christmas and birthday greetings from Kalston.

"Since 1970. I've been getting cards," commented Greg, "When I was 12, I went to a Lawrence Welk concert in Jackson with my parents. We were there early and I was standing upon the balcony. Bob Ralston was doing around on the stage getting ready for the jj iUMH concert. "He saw me and waved and came up and started talking to me," he recalled.

"We talked for a while. After the show, he invited me and my parents to eat with him. While we were eating, we met Lawrence Welk." Greg added that Kalston took some pictures of him and his family and took down their names and address. "I never expected to hear from him though." "Christmas of that year, I got a Christmas card from him. Ever since, I've gotten a Christmas card and birthday card, everything, each year." Generally, people think of fans sending cards and letters to their favorite stars and television personalities, but Ralston has reversed that procedure, taking time from his busy schedule to show a personal interest in young people like Greg.

"I was really surprised, the first time I got a card from him," said Greg. "He's just real nice." AAcPherson-Webb (Continued from page 2) number of friends of the couple enjoyed the party. A barbeque at the country home of Mr. and Mrs. J.

A. Ely, Jr. of Shaw feted the bridal couple. Co-hosts were the Ely's children, Mary Hartwell, Jim, Elizabeth and Lars. The week of the wedding, Mr.

and Mrs. Jack Allen and their daughter Betty Blair were hosts at an informal supper party at the Allen home. Sharing the gala event with the couple were a number of their friends. The groom -elect was honored with a Stag Party hosted by Mr. and Mrs.

W.T. Robertson of Holly Ridge at their home. The bride-elect was feted with. well known star of the Law- irence Welk show. Greg turned 18 on May 10, three days before he graduated I from lndianola Academy, Bob I Ralston, pianist and organist on I the famed Lawrence Welk show, called to wish him a happy birthday and congratu-) late him on his graduation.

In fact. Ralston called Greg twice. The first time Kalston (called, Greg was not at home, His parents, Mr, and Mrs. Lynn Peeples of 309 Mimosa Drive, located Greg. When the second call came through, he was there to receive it.

I "He wished me a happy Mr. cmeHrWrsr 1 Obituaries Ralph Taylor Edwards, Jr. Services for Ralph Taylor Edwards.Jr., 53, manager of Aero Self-Service station in lndianola, were conducted Sunday, June 6, at 2:00 p.m. from the Coleman-Card Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Freddie Avritt officiating.

Rev. Travis Avritt assisted. Burial was in lndianola City Cemetery with Coleman-Card Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Edwards, a resident of Shaw, was shot to death in his car as he was driving to his home last Friday. The incident occurred about nine miles north of lndianola on Highway 448.

Edwards, a native of Mill Springs, North Carolina had made his home in Shaw for 15 years. He was a Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ramona Jordan Edwards of Shaw; his daughter, Mrs. Irwin Hawkins of lndianola; his mother, Mrs.

Elizabeth Edwards of Mill Springs, N.C.; and one sister, Mrs. Carrie Ellen Wilson of Newton, N.C. Pallbearers were David Avritt, Charles Avritt, Wayne Fitts, Fred Mullen, Joe Glenn Sellers, and Denny Kilpatrick. Jimmie Lee Gaston, Jr. Services for Jimmie Lee Gaston, 39, of lndianola were held Sunday, June 6, at 2:30 p.m.

from the Mount Zion Heathman M.B. Church of lndianola with the Rev. J.E. Birt, pastor, officiating. Gaston died Friday, May 28.

He was a native of Itta Bena but had made his home in lndianola for a number of years. Survivors include two sons, Jimmie L. Gaston, III, and Earl Gaston; one daughter, Elaine Gaston, all of Los Angeles, California; three sister, Clo Miles, Mary Phillips and Fannie Brooks, all of Kansas City, Kansas; and one grandchild. Henry McBee Ingold Henry McBee Ingold, 74, of 412 Mimosa died on June 6, 1976, at the Greenwood Leflore Hospital in Greenwood. The retired painter was a native of Lexington, Miss.

He had been a resident of lndianola for the past 41 Services for Ingold were held on June 7 at the Coleman-Card Funeral Home chapel at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Doyle Cummins officiating, assisted by Rev. Larry Goodpaster. Interment followed Greg Peeples with Bob Ralston memorabilia in City Cemetery.

In recent stories concerning the extenion of Front Street south to Roosevelt, The Enterprise-Tocsin incorrectly published the old corporate name of the construction firm that was awarded the $290,000 ertiMcMo bW on the project. 1 The E-T reported Burdine and Ross of Greenville as the company which received the bid. The new, proper name of the firm is F.W. Burdine Construction Inc. of Greenville, t' Survrvars include his wife, Lillidrt Maxine Ingold two daughters Mrs.

Doris McElroy of Aberdeen and Mrs. Peggy Leggett of Grenada one son Jackie Derrell Ingold of lndianola four sisters -Mrs. Louise Forrest of Jackson, Mrs. Allyne Stroud of Union Church, Miss.Mrs. Nell Simmons and Mrs.

Rosa Mae Hardin, both of Belzoni; 11 grandchildren, and five great grandchildren. IPrice-McKee vows solemnized Willie Lipscomb Classified Ads FOR SALE One 22,000 BTU air conditioner and one diamond ring. Call 887-3638 after 5 p.m. 2t INDIANOLA MEMORIAL GARDENS is proud to announce Bill and Jean Williams have joined their staff Bill and Jean reside at 320 Patricia Drive. They want to invite you to come by for coffee and talk over your pre-needs.

116-10 OFF All In Stock! (We don't even stock Services for Willie Lipscomb, 81, of lndianola were conducted Sunday, May 30, from the Mt. Beulah M.B. Church of lndianola with the Rev. J.A. Martin, pastor, officiating.

Interment was in Riverside Memorial Gardens. Hull Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Lipscomb died Tuesday, May 25, at the South Sunflower County Hospital. A native-born Indianolan, Lipscomb was a member of the Mt. Beulah M.B.

Church where he served as a member of the Trustee Board for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Alice Murrell Lipscomb of lndianola; six daughters, Mrs. Jessie Alexander, Mrs. Luxola Warren, both of Los Angeles, California, Mrs.

Victoria Clegg of Inglewood, California, Mrs. Mable Cook of Sikeston, Missouri, Mrs. Eula Mae Garden and Mrs. Fostoria Bonnerville, both of Chicago, three sons, Ernest Lipscomb, Julious Lipscomb, both of Chicago, 111., Pete Lipscomb of Harford, one sister, Mrs. Lucy Shelton of Portland, Oregon; one step-daughter, Mrs.

Dessie Mae Washington of Chicago Heights, 111., one step-son, Richard Murrell of lndianola; 70 grandchildren and step grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren and step-grandchildren. 1 William Lemuel Vaught William Lemuel Vaught, 32, of Route 1, Shaw was pronounced dead on arrival at Delta Medical Center in Greenville on June 7, 1976, following an auto-train collision on that date A native of the Shaw area, Vaught was superintendent of the Southern Cotton Oil Mill in Greenville. Services for Vaught were held Wednesday, "June 9, at the Fairview Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Tom Gilder officiating.

Interment followed in the Shaw Cemetery with Coleman-Card Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Survivors include his wife, Margie Edwards Vaught of Shaw; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Perry Vaught of Shaw; two daughters Mary Helen Vaught and Marsha Vaught, both of Shaw; two sons Billy Vaught. Jr.

and Greg Vaught, both of Shaw; Three sisters Mrs. Glenda Faye Tarver of Shaw, Mrs. Jean Vance of lndianola. and Mrs. Annette Bernard of Denver, Colorado and two brothers Michael Vaught and Roy Vaught, both of Shaw.

-Bridesmaid Luncheon held me crown Koom Hostesses were Mrs. Julian Allen, of lndianola, Mrs. Marley Kittle-man and Mrs. Warren Ham-mett both of Greenville and Mrs. W.L.

Holmes of Hatties-burg. The day of the wedding, the couple was honored with a brunch at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Guy Robinson for out-of- town guests, relatives and the wedding party. Co-hosts were Mr.

and Mrs. W.B. Fletcher, Mr. and Mrs. W.B.

Flethcer, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Fletcher, Dr. and Mrs. Bill Ross and Mr.

and Mrs. Barry Wood. Parents of the groom, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Clyde Webb entertained their son and his bride-elect with a Rehearsal Dinner at the lndianola Country Club.

Out-of-town guests and relatives also enjoyed the festive occasion. Other parties honoring the nuptial couple were a luncheon at the lndianola Country Club hosted by Mrs. Edgar Dailey, Mrs. Ann Aden and Mrs. Emily Smith.

A luncheon at the Crown Room was given by Mrs. Seymour Johnson, Mrs. Rod-gers Brashier, and Mrs. Henry Paris. Adding to the bridal festivities was another luncheon at the lndianola Country Club given by Mrs.

W.T. Robertson, Mrs. Vernon Beard and Mrs. Jack Montgomery. Miss McPherson was also honored with a paper shower hosted by Mr.

and Mrs. Ed Parker. HI of Inverness at their home. Co-host was Mrs. Bill Lester.

The bride-elect enjoyed a luncheon at the Crown Room given in her honor by Mrs. D.E. Kilby and daughter Brenda. FLOOR COVERING PANELING The groom's mother chose a blue knit formal gown, accented with a white carnation corsage. Immediately following the ceremony, a reception was held at the clubhouse.

Christal Blackwell presided at the guest register. Serving at the reception were Anita Lester, Nina Cole, Neil Bowlin, all of Cleveland, and Mitzi Nelson of Merigold. Assisting were Mrs. Mac Duras-tanti, Shaw; Misses Janet Porter and Janell Porter, daughters of Mr. and Mrs.

J.L. Porter, of Drew. For a wedding trip to Hot Springs, the bride chose a creme colored pantsuit with green halter. The couple is at home at 810 S. College Road, Lafayette, La.

where the groom is employed as district supervisor of Corrosion Logging International. Mr. and Mrs! Pat McKee entertained at a rehearsal dinner at the Cleveland Country Club honoring their son and his bride. Attending were 28 guests. The bride wore a green evening dress.

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Parents of the bride are Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Price Jr. of Cleveland.

The groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McKee of lndianola. Nuptial music was presented by Jim Michie, organist. Soloist was Christal Blackwell.

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a gown of imported chantilly lace designed with a V-neckline and Victorian sleeves. Maid of honor Miss Jan Ruth wore a sleeveless gown of flocked white voile over blue designed with fitted bodice and scooped neckline. Bridesmaids were Jennifer Price and Tammy Price, the bride's sisters; Jennifer Simmons, Houston, Texas and Sandi Phillips, Cleveland, the bride's cousins; Paula Barbour and Bente Cole, of and Micki Guillory of Natchez. Their gowns and bouquets were identical to the honor attendant. Patrick McKee of lndianola his son as best man.

Groomsmen were Mark Nelson, Merigold; Mack Payne, New Orleans; Ricky Mosow, Natchez; Buzz Hammond and Clyde Lundy, Greenville; Walt Lucas, Cleveland; and Bill Lavelle, Bloomingdale, N.J. i The bride's mother wore a beige knit formal gown with lace bodice, accented with a corsage of red roses. Lester gets diploma in Tennessee Cadet Will Lester received his diploma as a member of the 74th graduating class of Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, Tenn. Cadet Lester is the son of Mr. and Mrs.

W.C. Lester of Inverness. His future plans call for entering Mississippi State University. Kirksey joins Miss. Bar William B.

Kirksey of Cleveland was recently admitted to the Mississippi Bar. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Kirksey of Cleveland and the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs.

Melvin Smith and the late Mr. and Mrs. John Kirksey of lndianola. Kirksey graduated from Cleveland High Delta State University and Jackson School of Law. Furniture Co.

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