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Darlington Herald

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Darlington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1921

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Grace Anderson Wallace Weds John Robertson Wallace

At Asa and Mrs. Asa Anderson home on December 29 a high noon ceremony joined Grace Anderson to John Robertson Wallace of Indiana Harbor. Rev. Raymond Ross-Shannon officiated. attendants were Mary and Ray Anderson. The couple will reside in Indiana Harbor. Wallace is in business and Grace taught commerce.

Wallace Anderson Asa Anderson Grace Anderson John Robertson Wallace Indiana Harbor Raymond Ross-Shannon M. E Linden Pauline Cox Mary Anderson Ray Anderson Kate DePew Mrs. Wallace Wallace

Colfax Wedding Unites Clara Belle Geiger and Wardwell Flaningam

On Christmas Eve eight o'clock a wedding united Miss Clara Belle Geiger of Colfax and Wardwell Flaningam of Darlington at the home of Mrs. Atlanta Dunbar. Rev. Finsley officiated a ring ceremony as family and friends gathered for congratulations and refreshments.

Flaningam-Geiger Atlanta Dunbar Colfax Clara Belle Geiger Wardwell Flaningam Darlington Finsley The Christian Church of Dunbar Winona Lake Indiana University Darlington High School Flaningam Bett Frank Parker James Jean Dunbar Indianapolis Lidith Paddack Auburn

Rickenbrode and Drollinger Wed at Union Church

Gladys Leone Drollinger and Howard Reed Rickenbrode were married Sunday evening December 19 at Union Methodist Episcopal Church Washington D C. Rev William Meeks officiated in a double ring ceremony with Lohengrin march. The couple will reside in Washington where the groom works as secretary to the Valuation Attorney of the Interstate Commerce Commission.

Rickenbrode-Drollinger Union Methodist Episcopal Church Washington, D. C Gladys Leone Drollinger Henry Drollinger Howard Reed Rickenbrode Medora Kansas Harold Phillips A. H. Thatcher Washington Interstate Commerce Commission Rickenbrode Darlington

Jackson and Kirby Tie Thousands? No, Tie the Knot at Lebanon

A. Glenn Jackson of near Lebanon and Pearl Kirby formerly of Gravelly Run were married last Thursday at 10:30 in Lebanon. Rev. Homer Dale, groom’s cousin, officiated. Only immediate families attended. The bride wore a brown beaded satin gown with matching accessories. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kirby of Jamestown. The couple will reside on a farm near Lebanon after a brief wedding trip.

Mrs. Jackson Lebanon

Verna Belle Moore Weds Gregg Dewey Conrad

Verna Belle Moore and Gregg Dewey Conrad wed at the Moore home near High View with about a hundred guests. The ceremony, conducted by Rev. QO Mason of Linden Christian church, followed a bridal music program by Ion Hole and a song by Mrs. Owen Binford. The couple stood before an altar of pink and white roses and ferns as beaded white gown adorned the bride.

Owen Binford Miss Hole

Local Garfield wedding brings diverse guests to reception

Georgette wore a bridal bouquet of roses. Young ladies from the K. J. A. class of Garfield Sunday school helped in the dining room after the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Conrad plan to establish a farm home near Darlington around March 1. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Willis Sauders and family of Bedford, Miss Anna Kingsolver of Kirklin, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cory and Leroy of Ladoga, and Mrs. Eva Kimler with Miss Ethel Kimler, plus Mr. and Mrs. Walter Peet and daughter of Crawfordsville.

Georgette Garfield Sunday School Conrad Darlington Willis Sauders Bedford Anna Kingsolver Kirklin Charles Cory Leroy Ladoga Eva Kimler Ethel Kimler Walter Peet Crawfordsville

Couple wed before Christmas at Farmers Bank Lebanon

Leslie Bowers of Colfax and Miss Madge Bowen of Thorntown married at the Farmers State Bank in Lebanon by Rev. Homer Dale. The bridegroom is son of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bowers of Colfax. the bride is daughter of S. P. Bowen of Thorntown. They will reside in Colfax.

Christmas Carols Appreciated in Darlington Night

Nine members of the Methodist Choral Society led a Christmas Eve caroling tour in Darlington visiting at least twenty candlelit homes. The crisp moonlit night and gentle snowfall framed the event as crowds inside offered warmth and praise, singing Joy to the World and Silent Night to honor the Savior.

Darlington Carol Singers Methodist Choral Society

Officers Installed at Darlington Chapter O E S Meeting

At the regular meeting last Tuesday evening Darlington Chapter O E S installed W M Glen Bailey W P Earl Woody Associate Mat Madge Cooper Conductress Mayme Lynch Associate Cord Kem Woody Marshal Fern Butler Secretary Della Morrison Treasurer May Miller Warder Dora Gray Pianist June Saidla Ada May Hunt Rath Clara Coons Esther Gertrude Thompson Martha Lynee Brainard Electa Carrie Hamilton. After installation the crowd enjoyed a large amount of homemade candy as a treat from the new officers.

Darlington W. M. Glen Bailey W. P. Earl Woody Madge Cooper Mayme Lynch Assorciate Cord Kem Woody Marchal Fern Butler Della Morrison May Miller Dora Gray June Saidla Ada May Hunt Rath Clara Coons Esther Gertrude Thompson Martha Lynee Brainard Electa Carrie Hamplton

Advance to face stronger lineup in Saturday game

Advance brings four eligible returnees for the second semester as they visit Darlington for a Saturday night clash with a high class opponent. The locals have trained hard, making the matchup look promising. A second game is set with Rossville High School for January 15 at their home court.

Advance Darlington Rossville High School

Butler College to Host Bear Cats in Key Jan Game

Butler College aims for a strong home win against the Bear Cats at Darl. ington gym next Monday night January 10. Tip off at 7 30 pm with admission 25 and 35 cents. Reserved seats on sale at Corner Drug store.

Butler College Bear Cats Darlington Butler Cats

Bride 13 serial shown at Sunshine Theatre

The first episode of Bride 13 a William Fox production in fifteen parts was shown last Tuesday at the Sunshine Theatre. It features an all star cast and lavish staging. Each Tuesday evening a special feature picture accompanied the serial.

Mrs Margaret Graham Dies. Funeral Held at Graham Home

Mrs Margaret Graham wife of Walter J. Graham died Saturday at her home 1559 Shelby street Indianapolis. Survived by husband and 19 month old daughter Dorothy. Body brought to Darlington to uncle John Graham's home for funeral services this morning at ten with Rev Stovall and a mixed quartet. Mother arrived from Canada delaying funeral to today.

Walter J. Graham Margaret Graham Shelby Street Indianapolis Dorothy Darlington

Stockholders Meeting at Darlington States Bank

The stockholders of the Darlington States will meet at the named bank on Saturday January 8 1921 at 1 PM to elect seven directors for the ensuing year and to transact any other business that may arise. W A Burgin cashier.

Darlington States

Sugar Creek Township Hosts Successful Community Day

Sugar Creek township held a grand Community Day featuring a corn show, needlework, and a pageant led by Miss Kessler and Prof. Neugent. County Agent Ackerson judged the corn while Miss Kessler’s class showcased domestic science talent. A concluding lecture by Prof. McMurray echoed agricultural progress as residents look forward to future events.

Sugar Creek Township Sugar Neugent Kessler Ackerson Prof. McMurray

Potato Creek church class elects officers at all day meeting

Class No 5 of Potato Creek church held an all day meeting at the Dunbar home last Thursday. Officers elected include Samuel Dykes president Mrs Robert Dunbar vice president Robert Dunbar treasurer Mrs David Ghere secretary. Committees chosen and plans made for monthly meetings and a class name to be decided by Rev Stovall and Mrs Moore for the first meeting at Mrs Boots home.

Robert Dunbar Potato Creek Church Samuel Dykes David Ghere Charles Custer Walter Schoen Anna Boots George Mahey Arthur Paddack Mary Peterson Mabel Carr Charles Moore

Visiting Former Friends at North Manchester Dedication

Mr and Mrs Willard Anderson visit North Manchester to attend the dedication of the new Administration building at North Manchester College. Ex Governor Brumbaugh will be the principal speaker. Anderson is a close friend of the Blackers of Portland Texas, who hosted the visit.

Willard Anderson North Manchester H. D. Blacker North Manchester College Brumbaugh Anderson Blackers Portland Texas Blacker

Lost Draft Refused Payment In Darlington Bank Case

W A Burgin cashier of the Darlington State Bank received a telegram from Ben Honecker who went to California week before last asking that payment be stopped on a draft for $100. The draft was missing upon Honecker’s arrival in Los Angeles and no explanation for the loss has been found.

W. A. Burgin Darlington State Bank Ben Honecker California Honecker Los Angeles

Metropolitan Trio Captivates With Final Lecture Evening

The Metropolitan Trio performed last evening with a tenor baritone and pianist. The program was well selected and drew a large crowd, receiving enthusiastic applause.

Metropolitan Trio

Chosen to Fill Vacancy on Third Ward Trust

At a town council meeting last Monday Fred Kelly was chosen trustee for the third ward to fill the vacancy from John Rettinger’s resignation. Rettinger recently moved into a Bien home in another ward.

Fred Kelly John Rettinger Rettinger Bieen

Mrs Woody Undergoes Operation At Indianapol is Methodist

Last Thursday Mrs. A. H. Woody was taken to the Methodist hospital in Indianapolis where on Friday she underwent an operation. Recent word from the hospital indicates she is getting along nicely.

A. H. Woody Methodist Hospital Indianapolis

Notice of Darlington Chapter O. E. S. meeting

Notice to Eastern Stars. Stated meeting of Darlington Chapter O. E. S. Tuesday evening January. All officers are requested to be present. Barley W. M.

Darlington Barley W. M

Foy Sale Elkhart storm in good condition

John Butler reports a favorable condition amid a storm in Elkhart with bargains at Bowers phous.

Elkhart Storm John Butler Bowers Phous

Pleasant Parties Feature Yuletide Book Club Luncheon

A Book Lover's club luncheon at Miss Margaret Weesner's home featured red and green Christmas decor and two tables with candles and crystal vases. Members included Mrs. Peterson Cooper Frost Weaver Paddock Rich Hall Snyder and others. The program centered on Hamlet with readings and character sketches. A Watch Night service by the Epworth League followed at the Methodist church with songs and a piano solo.

Book Club Book Lover's Club Margaret Weesner Miss Weesner Ernest Weesner James Peterson J. B. Cooper W. J. Frost Walter Weaver Jennie Paddock Rachel Rich May Hall Roy Snyder June Saidla E. E. Chambers Ina Bowers Brainard Custer Epworth League of the Methodist Church Mable Woody Stovall Charles Marshall Orville Woody Loyal Circle South Christian Church Fiftyeight

Fortnightly Club entertained by Mrs Wallace Buchanan

Mrs Wallace Buchanan hosted the Fortnightly Needle Club with twenty two guests including Mrs Alex Buchanan Mrs John Buchanan Mrs James Peterson Mrs N F Peacock Mrs Elmer Chambers Mrs Bert Brainard Mrs John Saidla and Mrs Lynn Booker of Delphi A light refreshment and homemade candies were served by Mrs Grant Gray and Mrs Mima Johnston The next meeting will be at Mrs Earl Butler’s on January 19.

Wallace Buchanan Needle Club Alex Buchanan John Buchanan James Peterson N. F. Peacock Elmer Chambers Bert Brainard John Saidla Lynn Booker Delphi Grant Gray Mima Johnston Earl Butler

H I M Party At Pad Dock Residence

The annual watch party of the H I M club was held at Harley Pad dock's country home on Friday night. The highlight was a 500 game and a two course lunch just before New Year. Members attending included Harold Peterson, Damon Wray, Hubert Whitson, Damon Thompson, Norman Thompson, Byron Peterson, Cecil Mullen, and Don Hunt.

H. I. M. Club Harley Paddock Harold Peterson Damon Wray Hubert Whitson Damon Thompson Norman Thompson Byron Peterson Cecil Mullen Don Hunt

Lutheran Ladies Aid Meeting Recalls New Member

The Lutheran Ladies Aid met at Mrs. Dan Hampton's home on December 16. Several members responded to roll call and Rosa Caldwell was added as a new member. A grab bag and refreshments followed. Next gathering will be January 27 at Mrs. Lynn Deck's home with a covered dish.

Lutheran Ladies Aid Dan Hampton Rosa Caldwell Lynn Deck

Entertained for Brother Harold Gray Home Visit from Purdue

Mr and Mrs Damon Thompson hosted a lively evening for Harold Gray, Mrs Thompson’s brother home from Purdue. Progressive rock fueled the party with Pimeno cheese sandwiches, salad and coffee served by the hosts. Guests included Chloe Burgin Evelyn Booker Dorothy Deatago Florence Hiatt Lucile Peacock and Ted Neil Little Joe Snyder.

Damon Thompson Thompson Harold Gray Purdue Cecil. Mullen Chloe Burgin Evelyn Booker Dorothy Www Deatago Florence Hiatt Lucile Peacock and Messrs Vivian Caldwell Ted Neil Little Joe Snyder

Euchre Party Hosted By Mr and Mrs Chas Gery

Mr and Mrs Chas F Gery entertained their card club at a regular meeting on Tuesday evening A cover ed dish dinner was served at six followed by euchre Those present included Mr and Mrs Earl Butler Mr and Mrs Grant Gray Mr and Mrs Royal Cox Mr and Mrs John Lynch Mr and Mrs Hubert Seybold Mr and Mrs Don Hunt Mr and Mrs Wallace Buchanan Mr and Mrs John Saidla and Dr and Mrs B O Flora

Chas. F. Gery Card Club Earl Butler Grant Gray Royal Cox John Lynch Hubert Seybold Don Hunt Wallace Buchanan John Saidla B. O. Flora

Entertained for Relatives at Weesner Dinner

Mrs. Robert Weesner and her daughters Marie and Grace of St. Croix Falls Wisconsin were the honor guests at a dinner given by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Weesner Monday of last week. Other guests included Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Peebles Miss Agnes Peebles Miss Margery Needham Mrs. Rachel Rich Miss Margaret Weesner Miss May Hall Mrs. Claude Mullen Miss Ruth Mullen Mrs. S. A. Marshall and Chas. Marshall.

Robert Weesner Marie Grace St. Croix Falls Wisconsin Ernest Weesner A. D. Peebles Agnes Peebles Margery Needham Rachel Rich Margaret Weesner May Hall Claude Mullen Ruth Mullen S. A. Marshall Chas. Marshall

Paddack Family Dinner Gathered for Christmas

Mrs. Jennie Paddack entertained at a Christmas dinner Sunday before last with Eric Paddack and daughters Olivian and Louise and son Ralph of Mace. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Paddack and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Harley Paddack. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Crumm and family of Mace. Miss Edith Paddack of Auburn. and Misses Janette and Lois Paddack. Mrs. Eric Paddack and two younger children were absent due to illness.

Paddack Jennie Paddack Eric Paddack Olivian Louise Ralph Mace Howard Paddack Harley Paddack Floyd Crumm Edith Paddack Auburn Ill Janette Lois Paddack

Christmas Guests Gather for Thorn Town Christmas Party

Mr and Mrs Emon Booher and Mrs Te Caldwell plus Margaret Jean of Darlington join Mr and Mrs Gopal Booher with Mary Francis and Dorothy Marie, Mr and Mrs John Johnson and Don ald Jr, Mr and Mrs Walter Riley and Joe Howard, all of Thorn town. Also present were Mr and Mrs Joe Caldwell with Dick Caldwell of Shannondale, Mr Damon Caldwell, Donald Booker and Miss Bernice Caldwell. They left late evening after a merry Christmas.

Emon’ Booher Te Caldwell Margaret Jean Darlington

Hiatt Family Dinner at Mrs Bowers Home

Hiatt brothers and sisters with several relatives enjoyed a day at the home of Mrs Elvira Bowers. A noon dinner was served with attendees including Mrs Bowers, Mrs Clara Mullen, Mrs Belle Phillips of Frankfort, Wm Hiatt, their sister Iva Hiatt, Mrs Martha Bowers and Miss Ina Bowers.

Hiatt Elvira Bowers Bowers Clara Mullen Belle Phillips Frankfort Wm. Hiatt Iva Hiatt Martha Bowers Ina Bowers

Home Economics Luncheon Held by County Clubs

Several ladies from the Y. M. L. club the Fortnightly Needle Club and the Book Lovers club will travel to Crawfordsville Saturday for a luncheon at the First Presbyterian church hosted by the County Home Economics club. Dean Carolyn Shumaker of Purdue will be the principal speaker. Other program numbers will be provided by different county clubs.

Y. M. L. Club Needle Club Book Lovers Club Crawfordsville First Presbyterian Church Carolyn Shumaker Purdue

Revival Meetings at South Christian Church Begin

A series of revival services opened last Sunday night at the South Christian Church with strong attendance. The new pastor the Rev. Vanzant preaches stirring sermons while Walter Stewart leads singing and Lew Burk and Bert Cain assist on violin.

South Christian Church Vanzant Walter Stewart Lew Burk Bert Cain

Gray Family Embarks on Extended Western Trip

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Gray and Miss Lois Gray leave for an extended western journey. They plan a month in Hot Springs Arkansas, then California, with a return to Salt Lake City to visit Mr. Gray's brother J. B. Gray and his niece Mrs. Casey.

Tom Gray Lois Gray West Hot Springs Ark California Salt ‘Lake City Mr. Gray J. B. Gray

Weekend Social In Crawfordsville At Delta Sigma And I O U Dances

Miss Lucile Peacock Miss Dorothy Williamson and Miss Florence Hiatt attended Delta Sigma and I O U New Year dances in Crawfordsville. They were guests at a six o clock dinner hosted by Miss Mila Armentrout Friday evening.

Lucile Peacock Dorothy ‘Williamson Florence Hiatt Crawfordsville Delta Sigma

Alimony Granted in Circuit Court Divorce

Judge West in circuit court granted a decree of divorce to Bessie M Brannigin from John Brannigin last Friday. The plaintiff through the decree was awarded 1900 alimony.

West Bessie M. Brannigin John Brannigin

Methodist Church announces revival and services

Pastor T L Stovall invites members and neighbors to Sunday School at 10 and morning worship at 11. No evening service due to revival at South Christian Church. Epworth League meets at 6 p m. Potluck Creek community members urged to attend.

Methodist Church T. L. Stovall South Christian Church Epworth League Potato Creek

Presbyterian Church at Darlington Service and Revival Notes

The Presbyterian Church at Darlington outlines duties for new officers and teachers with a 9 45 conference before the school. Evening service joins Christian church revival at Shannondale. Sunday School at 10 00, choir practice at 11 then January 13 at 7 with Walter Stewart in charge. Revival begins January 16 led by Pastor W J Frost Ph D.

Christian Church Shannondale Walter Stewart W. J. Frost

South Christian Church Services Schedule

Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m with morning worship at 11 and evening service at 7 all are welcome Reverend G Robert Vanzant serves as pastor.

South Christian Church

East Christian Church Morning Service and Evening Meeting

Morning service at 11 with subject Climbing Heavenward. Evening service dismissed for meeting at South Church. The public is welcome. H. Bell, Pastor.

East Christian Church South Church H. Bell

Friends Church Bible School and Services Schedule

The notice lists Bible School at 9 45 a m and preaching at 11 a m and 7 p m with L M Reagan as pastor.

Friends Church Bible School M. Reagan

W C Meeting Details From January Session

At the January meeting of the W C, the event moved to the home of Mrs. Laura Lynch, replacing the prior plan at Mrs. John Graham's. Rev. W J Frost is listed as a speaker and a portion of Mrs. Wayingher's convention address will be read. The organizers expect an interesting program.

W. C.T W. C Laura Lynch John Graham W. J. Frost Wayingher

M. E. Ladies Dollar Day At Library Auditorium

The Ladies Aid of the M. E. church held dollar day at the Library auditorium. The event began at eleven with each attendee bringing a covered dish for lunch. An afternoon program of music and talks drew a large turnout and raised a good sum.

M. E Ladies Aid M. E. Church

Local families host and visit during holidays

Mrs James Chesterson buys the Wm Black residence north of Peoples Bank and occupies it. Evelyn Booher returns to Mrs Blaker's school in Indianapolis after holidays. H I M club meets. Virgil Vandegrift and family visit from Indianapolis. Bertha Booker visits with sister in Chicago. Ruth Little returns to Garrett after holidays. Orville Simpson's LaPaz family visit. C W Pritchard hosts Olney and Paulie Pritchard from Ame. Lois Woody returns to Indiana University and hosting friend Florence Smith from Indianapolis.

James Chesterson Wm. Black He Peoples Bank Mtss Evelyn Booher Blaker Indianapolis Dwight Booher H. I. M. Club Virgil Vandegrift John Kersey Bertha Booker Carlos Chicago Ruth Little Garrett L. W. Little Orville Simpson LaPaz A. K. Peterson C. W. Pritchard Olney Pritchard Paulie Pritchard Ame Lois Woody Indiana University J. M. Woon I. U Florence Smith Owen‘ Booker Ned Kokomo John Woody Lois Mable Fred Haffner Ladoga Vera Haffner Donald Fredrick Opha Haffner Burnette R. E. Booker Alonzo Carl Miss Smith Merritt Reebies Robert Peebles Herbert Peebles Het A. D. Fosblow Ousar Agnes Peebles Robt Hoeener Dak Marie Soi

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