This 1973 Beta Sigma Phi International Party Book contains hundreds of member submitted ideas for themed parties, decorations, invitations, menus, games, and activities.
The colorful plastic comb bound guide covers holiday gatherings, formal dinners, casual get togethers, and wonderfully specific 1970s party themes from Beta Sigma Phi chapters across the country.
Details
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Item: Party planning and entertaining book
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Title: The Beta Sigma Phi International Party Book
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Author: Compiled from ideas submitted by members of Beta Sigma Phi International
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Publisher: Favorite Recipes Press, Montgomery, Alabama
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Year: 1973
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Edition/Printing: Not confirmed from photos
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Format: Softcover with white plastic comb binding
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Dust Jacket: Absent, as issued
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Pages: 190
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Genre: Entertaining, party planning, and social history
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Special Features: Color illustrated cover, themed party plans, menus, invitations, decorations, activities, and contributor credits with chapter information
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Library of Congress Card Number: 72-96565
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Size: Approximately 10 inches tall, 7 inches wide, and 1 inch thick
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
- All pages are clean, easy to read, and firmly held by the plastic comb binding.
- The comb binding appears complete and remains functional.
- The colorful illustrated cover remains bright and clearly printed.
- Party plans are credited to individual Beta Sigma Phi members and include their chapter and location information.
- The book includes detailed plans for decorations, invitations, menus, games, and activities.
Issues / Wear
- Random pen scribbles are present on the preface page.
- The covers show rubbing, small stains, edge wear, creasing, and softened corners.
- The top edge and upper spine area show small bends and surface wear.
- Some pages show light age toning and minor handling wear.
See all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
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Near Fine: Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.
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Very Good: Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.
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Good: Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.
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Fair: Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.
Collector's Notes
Beta Sigma Phi published this book as part of its fundraising cookbook program, gathering party ideas submitted by members from many different chapters.
It may suit a Beta Sigma Phi member, retro entertaining collector, party planner, or reader interested in the social customs of the 1970s.
The contributor names and chapter locations give each party plan a personal record beyond the instructions themselves.
Some of these parties are practical, and some are delightfully committed to the theme.
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Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
