Teche News from St. Martinville, Louisiana • 15

Teche News, St. Martinville, La. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1986 Mr. and Mrs.

Donald P. Frederick announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Ruth Anastasia Frederick to Tracy Lee Poindexter, of Arnaudville. The parents of the groomelect are Mrs. Barbara Poindexter of Arnaudville and Tillman Poindexter of Wichita, Kansas. The wedding will be held Dec.

27 at 1 p.m. in St. Francis Regis Church in Arnaudville. The bride-elect's grandparents are Mrs. Mazie D.

Hardy of St. Martinville and the late Rudolph Hardy, and Mrs. Marie Frederick of Arnaudville and the alte Luke Frederick. She is a 1986 graduate of Cecilia High School. The prospective groom's grandparents are Mrs.

Gladiola L. Poindexter of Bienville, and the late Sidney Poindexter, and Rev. and Mrs. C. L.

Hendrick of Ida, La. He is a 1986 graduate of the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and The Arts of Natchitoches. Engaged Mr. and Mrs. Freddie Marks of Arnaudville announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Frederika Maria Marks, to Robert Mitchell Arnaud.

The groom-elect is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Arnaud, also of Arnaudville. The couple will be married at 7 p.m., Dec. 5 at St.

Francis Regis Catholic church in Arnaudville. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of Mrs. Leondas Marks of Arnaudville and the late Mr. Marks and the late Mr. and Mrs.

Aurelie Taylor. She graduated from Cecilia High School and attended U.S.L. The groom-elect is the grandson of Johnny Darby and the late Lydia Darby and the late Mr. and Mrs. Albert Arnaud, all of Arnaudville.

He graduated from Arnaudville High School. Rosemary Pierre, right, president of the St. Martinville Chapter of the Drexel Society, was recently presented an Outstanding Chapter plaque by Mrs. Elise Morris, left, Drexel Society national president. The Rev.

Clifton Labbe, pastor of Notre Dame Catholic Church, was also on hand. Miss Pierre was also awarded an Outstanding President plaque. Parks homemakers meet PARKS Several eyeopening ideas were presented at the October meeting of the Parks Homemakers Club at the home of PResident Sadia Lasseigne. Etta Brew, home economist, presented a small pumpkin brought by Lilie Babin and Christmas tree ornaments brought by Esther Cormier. She also showed members an album covered in eyelet and ruffles, umbrellas and fans, and lace hats for the tree.

Mrs. Brew also discussed osteoporosis and the foods and drinks needed to get calcim for the body. Several members signed up for modeling sessions. Those named to the committee for Idea Day included Grace Dugas, Dolly Guidry, Verina Daigle and Estelle Roy. Other members present at the meeting were Mona Russo, Rita Bullard, Mable Gauthier, Cleo Guidry, Evelyn Castex, Grace Dugas, Dolly Guidry, Mae Soileau, Maurine Dugas, Esther Calais, Elsie Roy, Maydell Sanders and Cecile Melancon.

Pharmacy Your Health by Fred Mills CASHWAY PHARMACY PARKS 845-5199 WD ST Plenty of Water The body requires continuous water replacement. The fluids we drink replenish water that is lost from the body in perspiration, during respiration, and in the urine. Physicians frequently recommend the drinking of additional amounts of water in the presence certain health problems such as urinary tract infections and urinary tract stones. Constipation may be prevented or relieved if additional water is included in the diet. The use of certain prescription medicines also calls for extrs water consumption.

The sulfonamide antiinfective agents, for example, are safer when taken with large amounts of water. Water helps prevent sulfonamide crystals from forming in the urinary tract and damaging the structures within the kidneys. Water dilutes medicines and helps prevent or reduce irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Most potassium chloride solutions, for example, taste better and cause less stomach upset when taken with water. And water also helps prevent capsules or hard-to-swallow tablets from becoming lodged in the esophagus a special problem in small children and older adults.

Residents visit Houma ARNAUDVILLE Several persons from here visited in Houma recently. They were Mr. and Mrs. Tony Rivette, Mr. and Mrs.

Maurice LaGrange, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Rivette, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Hebert and children, and Miss Tina Rivettre.

They were guests of the Tony Rivette, Llewellyn Rivette, and Theresa Arceneaux families, at their camp. A variety of seafood was served. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dunckel and son John Robert have returned to their home in Midland, after spending some time with her parnts, Mr.

and Mrs. Lynn Robin Sr. They also visited in Lafayette with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Al Dunckel.

RAMBLIN' AT RANDOM DEBRA JACKSON of Belton, Missouri, was the recent guest of her mother, Mrs. Agnes Robin and other relatives. Driving to Port Arthur, Tuesday for the day were Mr. and Mrs. Alton Olivier, Mr.

and Mrs. Earl Broussard, Mrs. Felix Zaunbrecker, Mrs. Mae Tauzin, accompanied by Mrs. Joann Miller of Lafayette.

There they visited Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Broussard and Mr. and Mrs. John Fotnenot.

Marshall LaGrange of La Porte Texas was the recent guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edmond LaGrange. He also visited other relatives. In Breaux Bridge Sorority has program on over-counter drugs BREAUX BRIDGE program on over the counter drugs was presented by Aline Hollier, hostess of the regular bi-monthly meeting of the Zeta Kappa Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held Oct.

27. Mrs. Hollier presented a film which examined advertising claims and the latest medical findings on nonprescription drugs. The claims and promises of television commercials that urge people to buy pain relievers, cold medications, sleep aids and laxatives were analyzed, explaining that what one can learn from reading the small print of product labels is very important. Medical problems that might cause bad reactions to certain medications were also noted with emphasis placed on the danger of mixing drugs with each other or relatives By Mable LaGrange ENSIGN and Mrs.

Brett Schexnider have returned to their home in Pensacola, after visiting here with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Schexnider and Mr. and Mrs. Leon Webre.

They also served in the Zerangue Guidry wedding on Saturday. Agnes Poche of Raceland spent a few days here with relatives. On Wednesday her sisters, Mrs. Sam Hardy Sr. and Mrs.

Sidney Willis, and her cousin, Flo Darby, took her back home, returning on Thursday. Wednesday night Mrs. Hardy ed with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hardy and family in Houma.

To wed Monique delahoussaye dela Houssaye named Yam alternate A with alcohol. Members were encouraged to talk to their pharmacist or doctor about which drugs are best for them. Upcoming events were also discussed at the meeting which was presided by Betty Frederick. A New Orleans trip and tour scheduled this month was discussed well as service projects including Thanksgiving baskets for two needy families of the community and a Christmas social at the local nursing home. Other members present at the meeting included Betty Leblanc, Debbie Gravouilla, Brenda Guidry, Barbara Belaire, Cindy Blanchard, Priscilla Breaux and Bobby Raggio.

Refreshments were served and the door prize was awarded to Betty Frederick. Group a Cop to Lunch' LAFAYETTE Sheriff Charles Fuselier of the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Department was among several law enforcemetn members treated to lunch at the Landing Restaurant Oct. 22 by members of the Insurance Women of Lafayette. The annual "Take a Cop to Lunch" was held to recognize October as "Safety Month" and to show appreciation to the area law enforcement members.

Safety chairman Linda Savoie welcomed guests from the surrounding parishes including Fuselier and other law enforcement members from the city of Lafayette, Lafayette Parish and St. Landry Parish. BB Primary PSO sets Santa's Gift Store The Parent Support Organization of Breaux Bridge Primary is sponsoring a Santa's Gift Store to sell inexpensive, 100 percent satisfaction guaranteed merchandise for Christmas gifts. On Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m.

to 2 p.m., Santa's Gift Store will be opened to the public. Approximatley 100 Thibodeaux (Continued from Page 3) by Elaine Case. The floating basket made by Cheryl Champagne was won by Pearl Bienvenu. Other members thanked their secret pals for gifts on special occasions. The next meeting will be at the home of Paulette Fontenot November 10.

The second meeting Nov. 24 will items, ranging in price from $10 to $8 will be sold. As a community service project sponsored by P.S.O., Santa and his helpers will also be at Breaux Bridge Primary on that day. Colored snapshots will be taken for $2.50 per child. Each snapshot will be matted in a special Christmas card.

be a Thanksgiving "Dutch treat." Refreshments were served to others present including Gersie Bienvenu, Louella Champagne, Carol Lagarde, Betty Dunham, Bobbie Theriot, Bobbie Eastin, Shirley Fuselier, Yvette Greig, Charlotte Chataignier and Patsy Bienvenu. Coming Soon! only Need a recipe RESERVE your copy of our Personalized Cookbook NOW! Gift Certificates Available Sponsored by St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Parks Get your copy by calling: Freddie or Debbie Mills at 845-5199 or 332-3475 or the Rectory at 845-4168 By Mable LaGrange ARNAUDVILLE Monique Angelle de la Houssaye, daughter of Mary Hardy de la Houssaye of Baton Rouge and the late Arthur J. de la Houssaye was recently selected as first alternate in the Yambilee Queen contest in Opelousas. Monique is a graduate of University High School in Baton Rouge and is a freshman at LSU.

She is a member of Delta Zeta Sorority and was recently selected to the LSU Fashion Board. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Florent Hardy Sr. of Cecilia.

Her hobbies are water skiing, tennis, sewing, baking and handicrafts. Her talents are modeling and dance. A Volunteers from the P.S.O. realized a need to bring Santa Claus to Breaux Bridge. Santa says, "You better watch out, you better not cry" because Santa Claus is coming to town.

So be sure to mark your calendar early and keep us in mind for your Christmas shopping. Beta Rho (Continued from Page 3) LaGrange, grandparents of the bride, and Marie Blanchard, grandmother of the groom. The ladies were given corsages of ivory stephanotis. 00000 as School of Dance STUDIO I and II "Home of the Crawfish Strutters" ALL TYPES OF DANCING TAUGHT Ballet Acrobats Classes Studio I located at 633 Bayard St. in New Iberia Studio II located at Port St.

in St. Martinville FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION CALL 364-2243 Lisa Champagne HURRY! LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE! To order the OFFICIAL 1986 LOUISIANA SUGAR CANE FESTIVAL POSTER of the St. John Sugar Mill in St. Martinville, send $20 (plus $4 postage and handling) each to: SUGAR FESTIVAL POSTER, P.O. Box 2153, New Iberia, Louisiana 70561-2153 or contact Judy Darcey, chairperson, at 369-9323.

Limited first edition of 500 signed and numbered by artist Miriam Krepper. OFFICIAL 1986 LOUISIANA SUGAR CANE POSTERS $2400 each Name Address Phone Zip.