1963 Press Photo Officers of New Orleans Branch of Needlework Guild of America

Looking over hand-made afghans are these newly elected officers of the New Orleans Branch, Needlework Guild of America. From left are Mrs. Vincent Nunez, treasurer; Mrs. Cecile B. Slatten, fourth vice president, and Mrs. Arthur J. Naquin, president. The afghans are among thousands of articles to be given away by the guild to the city's needy. The New Orleans Branch of the Needlework Guild of America elected a new slate of officers Wednesday and took a look at thousands of new articles of clothing and household linens to be given to needy individuals and 48 institutions around the city.

Photo is dated 1963.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.