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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1928
Page
11
A reader letter argues against being an only child, warning that pampering fosters selfishness and cruelty. A sample case shows an unhappy wife with in laws, urging calm, dignity, and returning to her own home if needed. Upcoming social events include a card party and a town dinner dance with details.
Announcement lists Miss Julia Flynn Harris and Emmett E. Thompson as engaged. Julia Harris is the daughter of Mr and Mrs James H Harris Dr of Washington Place and Emmett Thompson is the son of Mr and Mrs Eli E Thompson of 912 North Rural Street. The wedding is set for September 4 at St Matthews Episcopal Church.
The Times offers a pattern made from dimity or silk materials in four sizes for ages 1 to 4 years. A 3 year size requires 114 yards of 39 inch material and 2 1 4 yards of narrow ribbon for yoke and sleeves. Delivery takes about a week after sending 15 cents to the Pattern Department.
A lighthearted piece describes Sister Jane’s playful confidence as she readies for college, portraying her as versatile and poised with a wise look that suggests she needs no extra educational aids.
The complete program for the women’s entertainment at eight Tuesday events during the national VFW encampment at the Claypool Hotel includes thirty vaudeville acts. Featured performers include the Mary Traub trio the Michigan VFW quartet Mary Ellen Galbraith and others with Ada Busch overseeing. Preparations for VFW auxiliary meetings are under way led by Mrs. Florence E. Stark Camden.
Miss Mary Beatrice Whiteman will host a pupil recital at 8 tonight at her home 364 W Twenty ninth St. Performers include Alice Hoffman Marjorie Newman Rosemary McInturf Mary Wilder Mary Esther Stahl Betty Jeanne Reynolds Rosemary Newman Ruth Baxter Martha Ann Hill Mary Elizabeth Poole Mabel Green Dough Margaret Burris Beverley Jane Cammel Dorothy Hohn Jane E Hall Harold Muir and George Fox. Inez Loyd will play piano Lloyd Stahlhut violin and John Tucker will solo assist.
Public health boards across states require vaccination certificates for school admission. The piece argues vaccination guards against smallpox and diphtheria, noting progress in life expectancy stems from prevention and urging ongoing vigilance to prevent complacency. It cites a French doctor warning against relaxing precautions as danger rises when safety feels assured.
Miss Alma Lucas hosts a pink themed shower and bridge at 3047 N New Jersey St in honor of Miss Frances Peters whose August wedding to Fred Ahrbecker is planned. Attendees include Mrs Frank Peters and numerous local ladies. Peters also plans a Friday party at Mrs James Westerman Ray’s home with Edith Robinson host later that evening.
Miss Catherine Carr daughter of Mrs James P Carr Sr 1135 Spann Ave became the bride of Leander King son of Mrs Alice King 919 S East St at St Patrick Church today The ceremony was read by Rev Joseph B Tieman assistant pastor in the presence of immediate families A dinner followed at the bride's mother's home The couple left for Cincinnati Ohio and will reside at Dundee apartments Virginia Ave after Sept 1
The Fourth district Republican women's organization will hold a rally in Nashville Brown County on August 31 with Indiana Women's Republican Club members invited. The Indiana club meeting planned for August 30 in Terre Haute has been canceled. Margaret Dietrich, vice president and district vice chairman, helps arrange. Harry Nichols of Madison chairs.
Mr and Mrs Joseph Schafer announce the marriage of their daughter Marie to Carl Kemp son of Mr and Mrs Lewis Kemp The ceremony occurred Tuesday and the couple will return to Indianapolis after a motor trip to reside in the city
The Gamma Pi chapter of Tri Kappa sorority in Pendleton held its annual luncheon and initiation at the Marott Hotel Hunter’s room. Mrs. Della Lobdell chaired arrangements as 10 o clock initiation commenced. Initiates included E. E. Hunt Church Cox Don Campbell Eleanor Clark Ben Evans Eleanor Morris Maxine Hazeling Ruth Brown and out of town guest Miss Mary Elizabeth Britton of Winchester.
Prize recipes printed daily in Beepe's Times offer $1 for reader submissions. This recipe uses three large cucumbers three cups cooked chicken three cups celery one cup pickles salt mayonnaise and aromatics. Fill cucumber boats with chicken salad garnish with celery and asparagus tips. serves six.
Announcement of the marriage of Miss Helen Blood of Terre Haute to Clarence B Schoenfield of Indianapolis on August 9 at the bride’s parents home. They will reside in Springfield.
Dr Henry Dwight Chapin a noted child welfare worker warns that high brain development and its use may inhibit procreation causing a fear of family formation in the intellectual classes. A separate Brazil Indiana man destroyed furniture after believing his wife deserted him calling it a monument to a dead love.
Mrs. Everett F. Saxton of 3460 Graceland Ave entertained Wednesday for her guest Miss Eleanor Honen of Lebanon. Honen recently returned from two years abroad after debuting in grand opera. former classmates and social figures attended. St Patrick's Social Club plans a card party at the school hall at 2:30 Friday.
A historical menu feature lists daily meals and dietary guidance. It outlines a hot weather eating plan emphasizing balanced, regular meals and avoiding eating when overheated. A cucumber stuffed recipe is included with deep fried or baked preparation details and serving notes.
New millinery materials include long haired fabrics like velour hatter's plush and modified beavers. Fur hats are expected to gain popularity in the near future.
Mrs. Meredith Nicholson Jr. will arrive from California next week. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hughes host Harold Lewis and son Gerald from New York. Edith Holton will visit the Hughes home from Long Beach. Dr. and Mrs. George F. Goldman motor through the eastern States and Canada. Miss Geraldine Kuntz has gone to New York and Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Cheyne host C. E. Cheyne and Marian from Hampton Roads. Mrs. William Sebel and Amelia visit Mrs. Louis J. Franklin in Indianapolis. The Beavers and daughter Nina travel to Shelby for two weeks. Patricia and Dorothy McKay stay at Grace Dodge Hotel in Washington. Parker Ave. returns from Chicago with Butterworths and Ralph Vernon returning to Long Beach.
Recipe notes that three parts vinegar to one part onion juice cleans steel. Mix thoroughly smear on steel and let dry, then polish.
A guidance note advises washing delicate china in warm water and adding a small amount of fuller's earth to aid cleaning and protection of the ware.
Mrs A W Early hosted a luncheon bridge and towel shower at the Marott hotel in honor of Esther Chambers ahead of her Sept 12 marriage to A Baxter Cook of Cedar Rapids. Guests included Mrs A E Chambers and many others, with decorations in pastel shades and a large silver basket centerpiece.
Miss Maye Adele Modlin of Bainbridge will marry Cyril Gorham Masten of Greencastle in September. Miss Margaret Mary Forester hosted a surprise shower at 336 Eastern Ave with blue and shell pink decor. Gifts were given to the bride elect in a storybook setting drawn by Marian Tirmenstein and Edwin Hatfield as a bride and groom.
Anderson couple announces the engagement of Anna Kathryn Hodges to Everett Franklin Stratton of Cambridge City. The September wedding follows Hodges studies at Butler and DePauw, Mu Phi Epsilon member, and Stratton’s DePauw degree with Harvard geology assistantship. The couple plans residence in Cambridge Massachusetts.
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