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Sunday October 20, 1985 THE INDEX- -JOURNAL Today's Living decorator for How to find Vows exchanged during weekend weddings Dickerson-Burch COLUMBIA Sarena Kay Dickerson and Preston Ratliff Burch were united in marriage during a p.m. Saturday ceremony at Mark United Methodist Church with the Rev. Franklin Morris officiating. A reception was hosted by the bride's parents at Wildewood Country Club. The bride of Columbia is the daughter of Mr.

and Mrs. Curtis H. Dickerson of West Columbia. She is a 1978 graduate of Converse College with a B.A. degree and a 1981 graduate of the University of South Carolina Law School with a J.D.

degree. She is employed as a staff attorney with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina. The bridegroom of Columbia i is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John G.

Burch of Greenwood. He is a 1979 graduate of Clemson University with a B.A. degree, a 1982 graduate of the University of South Carolina Law School with a J.D. degree and a 1983 graduate of the University of Florida with a L.L.M. degree in taxation.

He is an attorney with the firm of J. Fitzgerald O'Connor, P.A.. Lisa Dickerson of Columbia was the, maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Tracey Cox of West Columbia, Kimberly Dickerson Columbia and Alison Burch of Charlotte, N.C. The attendants wore royal blue, off the shoulder, long taffeta dresses with apricot and white flowers.

The bride wore a formal gown of white summer satin fashioned with an asymmetrically dropped waistline. The Venise lace oneshoulder bodice was accented with a satin bow on the right shoulder. The A-line draped skirt and semi-cathedral train were enhanced with Venise lace at the hemline. The matching two-tier fingertip length veil with finished edge and spot pearls fell from a halo of alencon lace enhanced with pearls and crystals. She carried an oval cascade white dendrobium orchids, white lilies and white roses.

The bridegroom's father served as best man. Ushers were John G. Burch Jr. of Greenwood, William R. Dickerson of Charlotte, N.C., John Kingman Keating of Orlando, Robert Olliffe Atlanta, Ralph Edward Hilsman of Spartanburg Mt.

and Pleasant. Clack D. -y After a wedding trip to North Myrtle Beach, couple will live in Columbia. Lee-Daniel ATLANTA, Ga. Kimery Ann Lee and Anthony Warren Daniel were united in marriage during a 6 p.m.

Saturday ceremony at Mt. Carmel A.M.E. Church with the Rev. Edsel F. Robinson Sr.

officiating. A program of wedding music was presented by Edsel Robinson Ronnie Harville, Dwight Smith, all of Atlanta, Donita Clayton, Desiree' Robinson and Monica Mason, all soloists of Atlanta. A reception hosted by the bride's and bridegroom's parents at the Ramada of Marietta, Brenda M. Webb of Mauldin, S.C., and Kathy LaSure of Atlanta. The bride wore a gown featuring a standup collar, sheer illusion net front and back yokes.

The front yoke was gleamed with simulated pearls and rhinestones and the back closed with buttons and loops. Puffed sleeves and button and loop cuffs accented the dress. The back flounce extended into a cathedral length train with lace and rhinestones. The cathedral length veil was accented with pearls and a nylon net veil and blusher. She carried a bouquet of carnations and baby's breath.

Timothy Broughton of Atlanta and Xavier Scott of Decatur served as best men. Groomsmen were Napoleon Wallace, Darryl Thomas, Craig Jackson, a Ulysess Callaway, all of Atlanta, George of Oakland, Michael Sharpe, Landon Lee, both of Lithonia, Keith Williams of Decatur, Harvey Marshall of Pjarro Scott of Decatur and Neil Dacuta. a Junior groomsmen were Marietta and Wallace Nelms of Bridges II of Atlanta. Dwight Deadwyler of Atlanta was the ringbearer. Ushers were Steve Daniel, Kelvin Grayson, both of Atlanta, Charles Craft of Chamblee and Douglas Warbington of Doraville.

The couple will live at 3915 Emerald North Drive, Decatur. Wheless-Holley Deborah Lynn Wheless and Paul Eugene Holley were united in marriage during a 7:30 p.m. Saturday ceremony at Siloam Baptist Church with the Rev. Jackie Newton of Ninety Six officiating. A program of wedding music was presented by Jane Calhoun and Bonnie Keeter, soloist, both of Greenwood.

A reception was hosted by the bride's parents in the social hall. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wheless of Route 3, Box 351. She is a 1983 graduate and of attended Ninety Six Newberry High College.

She is employed by the Beckman Center. The bridegroom is the son Mr. and Mrs. Charles Holley of Ninety Six. He is a 1981 graduate of Ninety Six High School and attended Piedmont Technical College.

He is employed by Midland Ross. Cindy Gentry of Ninety Six was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Kathy Wheless, Jamie Taylor, Debbie Holley, Sondra Holley, Stacy Wheless and Tara Wheless, all of Ninety Six. Tiffaney Royston of Greenwood was flower girl. The attendants wore a royal blue taffeta gown featuring sweetheart neckline with lace sleeves and a gathered skirt fashioned with lace ruffles, ribbon bows and a cummerbund.

They carried a bouquet of mixed summer flowers. The bride wore a formal white satin gown made by her motherin-law featuring a high neckline and yoke of chantilly lace with a bodice of satin and an overlay of (See Weddings, page 2D) By County KAY Extension GREGORY Agent Keeping informed Clemson University Extension Service Selecting a LOFT. house plan 20 ft Choosing a house plan and 16ft. 3 in. building a home for your family is a major decision.

It is also very probably the largest financial investment your family will make. 9XII So many things need to be con- 16X 20 sidered in selecting the plan that 20ft will meet your family's particular needs and wants. Comfort, conve- CARPORT 9XII nience, and energy requirements are often deciding factors. Clemson Extension Service has at- 38 ft. FRONT ELEVATION quite a few house plans that are available to the public at minimal PLAN cost.

developed Agricultural and adapted Engineers these have A versatile building plans to make wise use of living space and to be energy efficient. This contemporary carport, shop and tractive guest quarters, a playhouse for chilSome are for small vacations cot- storage building is a free-standing building dren or dressing rooms for a pool. Scale tages, some plans are for ranch with space for two vehicles, as well as space drawings with building specifications are or for farm more type houses traditional and 3 4 many for lawn and garden equipment and a small available from Clemson Extension are or or Service, even 5 bedroom size homes. Sever workshop. Innovations could produce at- phone 229-6681.

available plans are designed to take advantage of solar energy for heating. There are several House plans naturally divide tion if it is ideally located on The ideal orientation of a house plans special provisions for themselves into three general the west or northwest side of the on a lot is with the long axis or the handicapped, and one 3 areas; the living area, the work- house. It can block hot west sun in roofline sited east to west. Also, bedroom plan includes a suite ing area and the private area. summer and cold northwest the majority of the glass areas adapted for use Living areas are composed of winds in winter.

should face south to maximize by someone who is handicapped. the great room or den, the living Private areas include bedrooms heat gain in the winter and minifor a de- room and the dining area. and baths, and possibly a location study or the hot summer mize heat from We even have plans consist of. the room. Correct of sun.

tached contemporary carport, kitchen Working and areas utility. These are the sewing areas on the building site can Give us a call if you would like shop and storage building. If you closely related to the car parking help with conservation. us to help with evaluating a house a are call at considering 229-6681 building, or come give by us area in order to get groceries and Some estimate that 30 percent plan or a potential building site. energy Room Courthouse 207 to look over the house and garbage out.

The garage or costs over the life of the house can to look through the house plans in the County cleaning supplies into the house savings in heating and cooling Also, let us know if you would like offer. carport can serve a second func- be achieved. available in our office. plans we have to Theatre Greenwood Woman's Club member Phyllis McWatty talks with Donald McKellar about the program he will present on the theatre at the Woman's Club meeting Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 11:30 a.m.

He will talk about all aspects of the threatre. The Ways and Means Committee is sponsoring a Halloween Fair and luncheon at the meeting. The fair will feature Halloween crafts and decorations. To make reservations for the luncheon call 227-6974. Do not call the clubhouse.

Reservations must be made by noon, Monday, 21. Hostesses are Mrs. Thomas S. Burns and Mrs. Bruce A.

Churchill, co-chairmen. (Staff photo by Rebecca Reynolds) Mrs. Preston R. Burch Sarena K. Dickerson Mrs.

Paul E. Holley Deborah L. Wheless The bride of Decatur is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Landon Lee of Greenwood, S.C.

She is a 1979 graduate of Greenwood High School and received B.S. degree in early childhood education from Morris Brown College. She is assistant director of Kid-Ko Day Care Center. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs.

Sam Daniel of Doraville. He attended Peachtree High School, Dekalb Junior College and Morehouse College. He is employed with Tradin' Times Newspaper. Evetta Lee was the maid of honor and Delores Norman was the matron of honor, both of Atlanta. Bridesmaids were Beverly Hood of Doraville, Delphine Mrs.

Anthony W. Daniel Kimery A. Lee Mrs. James A. Walton Tracy R.

Thompson Sharpe of Lithonia, Deborah Latimer, Mary Williams, both Greenwood, S.C., Brenda Scott of Decatur, Pamela Sullivan of Laurens, S.C., Sharon Thomas, Debra White and Valencia Williams, all of Atlanta. Gevara V. Anty of Greenwood, S.C., was the flower girl. The attendants wore bare shoulder gold gowns with elastic waists trimmed with sequins and a full floor length skirt. They also wore black lace elbow length gloves trimmed with gold sequins and carried candles with a lamp base and glove decorated with black and gold ribbons.

Honorary attendants were Deloris A. Anty, Deborah A. Burns, both of Greenwood, Betty Young Gardening world By DR. SHELTON E. STEWART Lander College Professor of Biology Keeping flowers fresh Fresh cut flowers, treated properly, will remain in good condition for extended periods of time.

When gathered, flowers should be free of blemishes and have yellow anthers and brighly colored petals. Brown, opened anthers and dull colored petals indicate old blooms. It is best to gather flowers early in the morning when they are filled with water and have been chilled by low night temperatures. After the flowers are gathered, the stems should be placed immediately in deep, warm water. The stems should be cut again under water to prevent air from entering and blocking the uptake of water.

Stems should be cut on a slant to create a large surface area. When cut straight across, stems rest squarely on the bottom of the container which inhibits the uptake of water. Commercially prepared chemical preservatives prolong the life of cut flowers. Florist preservatives contain an acid, sugar and one or more heavy metals. Acids inhibit the growth of bacteria which clog the waterconducting tissues in plants.

Water-conducting tissues must remain open to conduct water upward. Sugar provides energy for flowers, and heavy metals retain the bright and true colors of blooms. Many forists urge that preservatives be added to all that is lost from arrangements of flowers. Florist preservatives should not be used metal containers. Preservatives etch, discolor and erode metal containers.

Temperature is critical to the lasting qualities of flowers. Carnations and roses deteriorate three times faster when stored at 41 degrees rather than at 30 degrees. Although it is impractical or impossible to refrigerate flowers in the home, it is easy to keep them away from direct sources of heat. Cut flowers should be placed away from radiators, heat registers, sunshine and other sources of heat. At night floral arrangements should be placed the coolest location available in the home.

High humidity helps preserve the life of flowers. The higher the humidity, the less water a flower uses. Humidity can be increased by misting the flowers with water. A fine mist of water on foliage and blooms twice daily will enhance their appearance and increase their life. Flowers last a long time when treated properly.

For example, a freshly gathered gerbera daisy may last two weeks in a vase. The base must be clean and a few drops of chlorine bleach added as a disinfectant (six drops chlorine bleach in a pint of water). Disinfectants prevent the growth of bacteria. The cut ends of stems should remain in shallow water at all times. Continuous water on stems cause rotting.

If the end of the stem becomes soft, it should be cut off. Routine cleanliness is necessary to the life of cut flowers. All containers must be clean. All damaged and diseased leaves and stems should be removed to eliminate bacteria that cause decay. Leaves immersed under water nourish the bacteria that shorten the life of flowers.

Generally, more leave that are the flower stem, longer the blooms will last. Foliage continues to provide energy for sustaining life when there is a source of light. Some flowers such as daffodils exude a slimy substance from newly cut stems. Stems that exude when cut should be given special care. Freshly cut daffodils should be left in water for six hours to allow time for all materials to exude.

Then the flowers should be transferred into clean water without recutting the stem. Flowers are highly sensitive to ethylene. Ethylene is natural gas that is produced by aging leaves, flowers, and fruits. Ethylene causes petals and leaves to wilt and drop. Carnations, lilies, baby's breath and sweet peas are especially harmed by ethylene.

Cut flowers need a continuous supply of energy, (food). Without energy, proteins in plants decompose and release ammonia. Ammonia turns red colors to blue and shortens the life of blooms considerably. Floral preservatives should not be added to flowers immediately after gathering. Sugars in floral preservatives slow the uptake of water in stems.

As soon as flowers are cut, they should be placed in a deep, container of plain, warm water. Stems absorb warm water rapidly. Placing stems in deep water forces most of the air out. Air bubbles slow or stop the flow of water through stems. Floral preservatives should then be added three or more hours after freshly gathered flowers have been stored in plain water.

Flowers with bent necks can frequently be restored by recutting the stems and placing the ends in hot water. The ends should remain water until the heads regain an upright position. Some stems, such as roses, have sharp prickles and spines. Spines should be left on stems as much as possible. Spines that are removed leave wounds for the entrance of bacteria, and permit water to escape without reaching the bloom.

Fresh cut flowers can be made to last for one or more weeks when given proper care. Clean water, cool temperatures and floral preservatives prolong their life and usefulness. Woman's Club calendar of events WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23 The Ways and Means Committee will sponsor a luncheon at 11: 30 a.m. with a program on "Theatre" by Donald McKellar.

There will also be a Halloween Fair with decorations for sale. Hostesses are Mrs. Thomas S. Burns and Mrs. Bruce A.

Churchill; co-chairmen. EVENT. RESCHEDULED Dedication services for the Blue Star Memorial scheduled for Wednesday have been changed to Sunday, Nov. 10 at 2:30 p.m..