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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1952
Page
7
A 1960s Cartoon controversy centers on Walt Disney's Cold Turkey and a special Backyard Hockey release. Critics question content and impact while defenders cite family entertainment value and industry standards. The debate highlights evolving public attitudes toward children's programming.
The listing highlights Ray Milland and Gene Tierney in Close to My Heart described as very uplifting. It notes The Rainmakers and a color cartoon A Ring for Roberta plus Pace maker as features in the upcoming program.
The Jackson township Home Economics club hosted the annual Mother-Daughter banquet at the Methodist church with 64 attendees. Hostesses included Opal Ringer and Myra Gardner, and Ethel Gardner presided, leading the flag salute and roll call. The event featured devotions by Lottie Hunt, readings by Jane Jones, songs and piano by Effie Guard, and acknowledgments for eldest and youngest mothers. A March of Dimes contribution was approved, and guests from New London, South Bend, and Roachdale attended.
Mrs. Richard Recher was guest of honor at a lady in waiting shower hosted by Mrs. Joan Zook. Guests played games, opened gifts under pink and blue décor, and enjoyed cupcakes coffee nuts and mints. Assisting hosts were Dorothy George and Jane Stinehart with a large invitation list including several Recher family members.
The Camden Community Club held a Wednesday card party with prize winners Miss Moore Ruth Berkshire Clifford Wallace and Robert Hedde. Mrs Ethel Gardner won the door prize. Refreshments included cherry pie ice cream and coffee. Next party is Wednesday March 12.
During a Monday OBS meeting Mrs. Lee Turley district deputy and Worthy Matron Frances Caldwell presented 25 year pins to eight members. Recipients included Mrs. W. H. Lane Dr. Eva Kennedy Mrs. Flora Cripe Mrs. Mary Lenon Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ringer and Mrs. Roscoe Mullin.
Mrs Frank Smith hosted a women’s committee from area churches Monday evening to organize the World Day of Prayer service set for February 29 at the Methodist church. Officers include Cora Wallace president Betty Smith first vice president Inah Caldwell second vice president Ira Shaffer secretary treasurer. The Philathea Class meets at Deer Creek Conservation Club Sunday. Sophomore class plans a near term variety show at the school. Redecorating of the Lutheran church will be completed this week.
William G. McVey a Purdue junior in agriculture is named among M65 students with distinguished scholastic rating for the 1951-52 semester. Other local notes include convalescing Philip Jones after an appendectomy and various community events such as church revival plans in Camden and social gatherings at residents’ homes.
Mrs Maude Edging, Citizen's Camden correspondent, is authorized to accept new and renewal subscriptions. Call her for details.
A brief notice urges readers to place citizen classified ads to reach local buyers. It emphasizes clear wording, accurate contact details, and concise descriptions to maximize response.
Ralph Reagan of the Carroll County U S Defense Bond Committee reports January bond sales at 37 131 vs 50 262 in January 1951. Statewide January sales reach 13 206 127 vs 14 154 054 a year earlier. E bonds lead, with 10 003 549 sold in January 1952, up from 9 423 203 in January 1951.
Rev Frank Briggs pastor leads annual Layman's Day at the Methodist Church with speaker George McCain and speakers Veil Wagner Earl Sweet Clyde Moyers. The program includes Meredith Willson anthem by the Youth Choir and a solo The Beatitudes. Youth Fellowship follows at 5 PM.
Rev. John B. Gardner DD presides at Petit 9 30 sermon Prayer Delphi 11 00 sermon Going up to Jerusalem Lenten services begin Feb 26 Petit Feb 27 Delphi Feb 28 Colburn 7 30 pm each church Theme Follow Me first week Follow Me to the Temple
The Amis tad SS Class hosts a 6 30 p m cooperative supper in the church basement. Sunday worship at 10 a m features Junior and Presbyterian Choirs. Feb 26 council meeting at 2 p m and Communicants class at 3 15 p m at the Manse. Feb 27 Ash Wednesday marks Lent with junior choir, arts and crafts, and choir practices throughout the afternoon and evening.
John Laprad pastor Vernon Kenworthy superintendent Sunday School at 9:30 preaching 10:30 Sunday night service at 7 30 Rev Robt Siebert of Monticello will speak at the Pittsburg Church of the Brethren.
W S McLean ministers the Christian Church with 10 a m Bible School for all ages 11 a m Communion and worship and a sermon By Their Fruits A 7 30 p m guest Indiana Temperance League speaker Wednesday features a Men's Dinner Meeting all men invited
Pastor O. D. Williams leads Sunday School at 9 30. Harry Slack oversees youth and Ralph Smith directs evening services. Special Youth Service led by Herbert Slack at 6 15, Youth Zone Rally in Michigan town Friday at 7 30. Mid week prayer 7 30 Wednesday. Morning worship 10 40. Evening worship 7 00.
William E. Rix, pastor of First Baptist Church, leads Bible study at 9:30 and worship at 10:30 with a sermon on Salty Christians. Evening service at 7:30, Young People at 6:45, fellowship hour, and a Wednesday 7:30 Bible study. Saturday 7:30 film The Light of the World from Bob Jones University features faculty and students. free-will offering.
Edward E Morris pastor at Cutler Presbyterian Church announces Sunday Feb 24 9 30 am Sunday School led by Fritz Schnepf 10 30 am Morning Worship sermon by the pastor 7 00 pm monthly Men's Club meeting at Ball Hill Methodist Church Thursday Feb 28 6 00 Westminster Fellowship supper followed by weekly meeting 7 30 pm Choir rehearsal
A. E. Cortner directs Bible School at 10 a m with Ralph Hanna as director Worship services follow at 11 a m and p m in the same period setting.
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