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Newspaper
Carthage Citizen
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1941
Page
5
An editorial notes the United States' wartime position and the shock of entering war. It cites high shares of global oil copper wheat cotton railroads and autos, plus a 130 million population, as assets for victory and peace. Christmas is urged to symbolize peace and moral restraint amid conflict.
Library notes list three titles for ages 8 to 12. The Colt from Moon Mountain by Lathrop presents a tiny snow white creature with blue eyes and a strange forehead hump. Growing Up With America by Becker offers a two century sampler of American child life and writings. Lassie Come Home by Eric Knight follows a collie sold to a wealthy family and his arduous journey back home, praised for both children and adults.
Mr. and Mrs. Roll Layton of Lewisville and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Burgess with daughter Juanita of New Castle are listed as Sunday afternoon guests of Mr.
Mrs. Margaret Bell Winkler 62, former Rush county resident, died at her Indianapolis home Thursday morning. Born near Sexton May 11, 1879, she married Lennie Winkler in 1897. Survived by daughter Mrs. Joe Smith of Monticello, sons Harold Dallas Texas Carl and Herman Indianapolis, sisters Ida Richey Indianapolis Ava Eakins Rushville, brother Julius Bell Richmond, five grandchildren. Funeral Saturday at Arlington Christian church with burial in Arlington.
Mrs Roy Swain hosted Colloquial Club at her home southwest of Arlington on Tuesday. Twelve members enjoyed a baked dinner with Christmas themed table appointments. The afternoon opened with Christmas songs and prayer. Roll call provoked a Psalm quotation. Mrs Rex Kemple chaired and introduced Mrs Paul Stewart who gave a reading. Revelation of heart sisters and a gift exchange completed the gathering.
Miss Laura Jane Hester hosted Arlington freshman class members and sponsor Clarence Gross at her southwest Arlington home Thursday evening. After games a gift exchange followed by Christmas season refreshments. Attendees included Esther Dearinger Ellenna Myers Clemadine Hutchinson Louise Atkins Edith Tribbey Dale Stevens and others.
Mrs Dwight Beckner entertained Arlington Priscilla Club at her Rushville home on Thursday afternoon. Fifteen members answered roll call with Christmas greetings and planned a New Year’s Eve party. Mrs Howard Broun led contests followed by a gift exchange. Guests were served refreshments amid festive lighting and candy marked boots.
The County Home Economics Chorus held its annual Christmas party Tuesday evening at the Wamsley hotel. A three course dinner for 26 members and one guest, Miss Gertrude Adams, followed by singing provided festive entertainment.
An evening event closed with a gift exchange hosted by a committee led by Mrs. Paul Norris Mrs. John Looney and Mrs. Herbert Holden. The gathering highlighted social cards and contests as part of the formal proceedings.
Mr and Mrs H G Conaway will celebrate their half century union with an open house at their Arlington home Sunday. Guests are invited from two to four at the couple’s residence.
Mrs Russell Northam hosted the Merry Makers Club Christmas party Tuesday evening at her Arlington home. Three banco tables were in play for eleven members and guest Mrs Lowell Hutchinson, then refreshments were served and a gift exchange held beside a decorated Christmas tree with seasonable appointments.
Mr and Mrs W E Hilburt of Rushville hosted at Wilhelm's Cafe Saturday with 33 attendees including employees and spouses. A 6 30 PM four course turkey dinner followed by euchre. Visitors included Miss Virginia Junkens and Rueford Downey. Christmas program planned at the Christian church with Santa Claus feature.
Rev. and Mrs. Samuel M. Riggle and their children have returned home from Hay den following the sudden death of Mrs. Riggle’s father, C. J. Simmons. Simmons died of a heart attack early Saturday while at his usual work.
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