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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1956
Page
5
Misses sizes 12 to 20 pattern 4543 features a fitted bodice waist flattering skirt and short jacket. Easy to sew with illustrated instructions and a 35 cent price plus 5 cents for first class mail. Send name address zone size and style to Anne Adams Pattern Dept New York.
The Beaux Arts Club met at the Lee House for the final 1955 56 session with Mrs. Guy Ross hosting Guest speaker Ralph Cochran Purdue University guidance staff son in law of Mrs John Ireland spoke on Marriage Laws of the State of Indiana The club plans a May 22 annual guest luncheon at Anderson Country Club with hostesses Mrs A O Barnes Ralph Crisler and Paul Boots and a long list of members attended the luncheon bridge party and May Day themed decor was used.
Eagles Auxiliary outlines May events including a Mother's Day program May 6 with dinner at 1 30 p m chaired by Mrs Pearl Moss. A May 8 regular meeting follows an officers session. May 14 meeting then Armed Forces Day parade May 15 with drill team. May 19 drill team performance for Elwood Auxiliary. May 22 past presidents party and May 28 regular meeting.
The Anderson Optimist Club will meet today at noon in the YMCA small gymnasium. William Fine will preside and Robert McGiness serves as program chairman.
Follicle Clan gathers for May session led by president Mrs. Audrey Knotts at the Apex Beauty School. Discussion and votes occur with spring themed refreshments for listed members including Ruth Giddean Mary Beamer Mary Forman Janet Sisson and others.
Bottled mint sauce elevates flavor with both broiled lamb chops and roast leg of lamb, offering a versatile accompaniment for traditional preparations.
Caura Wheeder promotes summer fashion capes in two versions, one gay print or checks with embroidery. Pattern 522 covers small to medium sizes with transfers and directions. Send 25 cents per pattern plus 5 cents for first class mail to New York address. include pattern number, name, address, zone. Our gift includes two patterns and a Laura Wheeler Needlecraft 1956 book. Many other designs available by mail order.
Nine TOPS Club members met at the YWCA for a business session. They heard two special reports and approved a public membership drive. The group announced next year’s convention and scheduled the next meeting in the Blue Triangle Room at the YWCA.
Mrs. Lawrence M. Busby of Edgewood hosted a Mid-Century Club gathering with co hostesses including her daughter Mrs John Farr. Mrs Warren Polhemus shared a travelogue of the West Indies. Officers elected: Burton Canaday president Warren Gemberling vice president Robert Phillips recording secretary Paul T Worster treasurer Merrill Hudson corresponding secretary and publicity chairman. Dessert served to listed members.
Two WCTU bronze medal speech contests were held Sunday evening at Arrow Heights Church of God Junior Department. Director Mrs. Wilma M. Cromer led, assisted by Mrs. Maxine Bucy. Vivian K. Cromer won for reading I Am a Citizen. James Beeson won for reading Slaves. Other contestants included Ruth Ann Wilhoit David Toombs Kenneth Bucy Rosalie Branch Nila Heagy Lucreti Wells.
Miss Patricia Hickman begins a month long vacation in the city with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Hickman after finishing studies at the Methodist School of Nursing in Indianapolis. Mrs. Vivian Pouch of St. Petersburg Florida visits her daughter Mrs. Ed Hughes and Mr. Hughes. Several Anderson clergy including Rev Pansy Cox and Rev Loretta Schmidt attend the funeral of Rev John Bunker in Eaton Rapids Michigan.
Mrs. Eugene Bock of 1600 Noble St. entertained members of the Mounds Garden Club Tuesday afternoon. Assisting were Mesdames Thomas Justice and Herbert Bancroft. The program on antiques was given by Mrs. Shockney and the hostess, with many members in attendance.
A note suggests adding flaked tuna to French dressing or mayonnaise for use over tomatoes, cucumbers, or salad greens. The idea emphasizes a quick, flavorful topping or dressing accent. Universal pairing with fresh produce is highlighted for a simple meal.
A quirky kitchen note describes cutting both ends from deviled ham cans to fashion rings for poaching eggs. Friday fare features fish and potato chowder with dill pickles and cole slaw.
Mary Ruffing Mothers' Club met at Park Place School with Mrs John Hobbs named Federation delegate by president Mrs John Farren. Father's Night set for May 4 at 7 30 PM. attendees included Lavinia Burton Katherine Langell and Lois Shields among others.
National Home Demonstration Week highlights Purdue University specialists visiting Madison County to train Leader Teams. Lessons span clothing food home furnishing and management with additional talks from Red Cross Cancer Society and local professionals. The program emphasizes home life as central to women’s interests.
Community women meet across Anderson organizations with events at Central Methodist IOOF Hall Grace Methodist WSCS and Christ Lutheran Church. Activities include a style show, secret pal dinner, guest tea, and Daughters of Union Veterans sessions led by President Carrie Graddy.
Mrs. Mabel Alger hosted the Friendship Club at 2505 Terhune Street Tuesday afternoon. Euchre prizes were awarded to Daisy Douglas Esta Knupp and Hazel Girton. The club will meet in two weeks on May 15 with Mrs. Douglas at 121 East 14th Street.
The opening spring dinner dance at the Anderson Country Club will be held Saturday May 12 from seven to midnight with dancing at nine. Music will be by Ed die Kadel and his Band of a Million Moods. Formal attire is requested. Chairmen are Mr and Mrs Ed ward E Wikle with co chairmen Irving M Glazer Thomas D Jones and Robert E Lowe. Committee members include Doctors W D Hart Robert Morris William K Patterson James G Pierce G B Wilder and many others.
Mrs. Paul Bagwell entertained Gingham Club members at 608 Moss Island Rd. yesterday with spring flowers and pastel tapers. Prizes were awarded to Mesdames Mark Spence, Clara Miller and Walter Knupp, with Knupp also receiving the traveling prize.
Ralph Roberts, clerk of the House, announced on Wednesday the firing of Helen B. Coar from her congressional job. Coar served as studio director of the Senate House studio which records radio and television broadcasts for members of Congress.
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