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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1929
Page
11
Paris fashion report notes a break with mass production and short skirts. The season features longer silhouettes, higher waistlines, and personal dress as a key statement, with evening wear leading new ideas while sportswear shifts to street ensembles.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Kippel hosted a dinner at their East New York Street home in honor of Miss Dorothy Dolan, whose Sept. 10 marriage to Vera Vera Ragsdale of Detroit was announced. Pink and white decorations highlighted the event with guests including Dolan’s mother Mrs. William J. Dolan and relatives Mrs. Louisa Kernan, Miss Elizabeth Dolan, Mayme Bals, Kate Krick, Mrs. George Birch of Madison, and Seymour attendees Thomas Shoe maker and others.
A meeting of the state board In diana Indorsers of Photoplays will be held Tuesday at St. Ann's hotel in Vincennes. Organization work will be discussed in the morning. Luncheon will be served at noon, with Mrs. Earl Peters presiding.
Miss Marie Langernab hosts a bridge party at 324 East Twelfth Street with Phi Mu sorority colors and rose and white flowers. Guest of honor is Mrs. Forest Dale Cox of Cleveland Ohio, staying with Mrs. Lawrence L. Clark at 534 East Fortieth Street, assisted by Miss Florence Day of Miami Florida. Attending Phi Mu members include Mrs. Reed Hayes Clark Stark Gause Turnock Turner Warner Lackey Landis Reed Renewick Clark Schetter and others.
Paula Delphine Karch wed Elza Winfield Hawkins at 8 30 PM Saturday in the Karch home with Rev Fintan Walker officiating. The ceremony featured bridal music by Edith Garrison, a floral setup of palms and ferns, and a procession including bridesmaids, a flower girl and a ring bearer. The couple will reside at 1225 North La Salle street in Chicago after a brief honeymoon.
A benefit party will be held at 8 o clock Tuesday night at 3123 Northwestern Avenue hosted by members of Oak Tent and Royal Neighbors of America.
War Mothers plan a regular meeting at 1 30 Tuesday afternoon in the ladies parlors of the Fletcher American Bank building.
A gay little coat, very short and swagger, is described as ideal beach wear for these August days. The garment features an Indian print and is pitched as stylish and lightweight.
An ad describes a three size pattern for a dress and bloomers for ages 2 4 and 6. It notes sleeve options left side closure scalloped outline and leg bands with waist bands buttoning to an under waist. Materials amounts vary with sleeves and finishing options. Pattern mailed for 15 cents and a subsequent book offered for 12 cents.
A passage notes that women wary of tanning and skin damage will find a silk triangle scarf a helpful accessory to shield the neck from sun rays. The tone reflects practical fashion advice of a bygone era.
Beach and formal wear get a facelift with vibrant red crepe sandals edged in gold kid. The new square toe design adds a modern touch to this elegant footwear option.
A glass powder-puff jar with a dome top, mounted in gilt or silver, offered as a guest room accessory this season.
Miss Bertha McLeod Reinhart and Lester J. Nieman married at the bride’s parents summer home in Dearborn Michigan. The Rev August Ebendick officiated with Mrs Hubert Spangler Houston as matron of honor and multiple attendants. The couple planned a motor trip through Canada and the east and will live in Dearborn.
A reader argues that love can recur in life and cites excuses for clinging to heartbreak. Advice columnist JUST ME critiques the caller's attitude, urging self-improvement to be open to future love. The item ends noting the Fifty-first Indiana Volunteers Civil War Veterans reunion at Garden Baptist Church on Sept. 4 with Ellis House as president.
Regular meeting of Omega Chi sorority at the home of Miss Martha Heller 1542 Pleasant Street, Wednesday night.
Entertaining program for wives of Delta Tau Delta delegates to the Indianapolis national convention includes a Thursday luncheon at the Columbia Club and a style show at L S Ayres followed by an Indiana theater party. A Friday luncheon bridge at Woodstock Club and Delta ball at Indiana ballroom are planned, with Saturday tours and a Marott tea dance. Garden party by Tri Art Club features Japanese songs, dances, and lanterns at Miss Ruth Short residence.
Green is a prominent fall color with a dark shade for everyday wear and a bright hue for evening frocks in lace. Cleansing tissues are now available as convenient roll forms in an attractive oblong box.
A black grosgrain turban follows the head shape and ties at the back with two ends. A Bridge Table offers a washable table cover and four chair covers in colors including black and gold, ideal for terrace or roof use.
A smart little clothes pin apron with a miniature line and tiny pins in the pockets offers an affordable gift idea for the college girl. The item reflects frugal charm and practical style for student life.
Members of the Gamma Delta chapter and Kappa Delta Phi sororities will meet at the Hotel Severin tonight to finalize arrangements for a September series of rush parties.
Members of the Ancient Order of Shepherds will entertain with a card party at 8 30 tonight at 116 East Maryland Street.
Paris designer Premet presents an autumn collection favoring black white and browns with bold red. Jerseys and tweed suit morning wear, georgette and crepe de chine for afternoons, lace and chiffon for evenings, with many waist-defining tailleurs and princess silhouettes.
The tenth annual state convention of the American Legion Auxiliary in Richmond will elect new state officers at 1 PM at Reid Memorial Presbyterian church. Delegates to the national convention in Louisville will also be chosen. Current officers include President Mrs. Elizabeth Eisenbise and Treasurer Ruth McConnell.
Miss Dessie Dee Duffey daughter of Mrs. Charlotte M Duffey of Plainfield married John W Hano at 1 30 pm in her mother's home. Rev Henry A Hanson officiated with Irene Muller and W R Armstrong as attendants and best man. They plan a reception and a homecoming after Sept 10 at 108 East Thirteenth Street.
Engagement announced for Miss Martha Montgomery of New Albany and Franklin D. Schurz, vice-president of the South Bend Tribune. They plan to marry at the Montgomery home on September 11. Montgomery is editor Walter S. Montgomery’s daughter. schurz is Harvard graduate.
Members will gather for a regular meeting at the Hotel Serevin at 7 o'clock tonight. The event concentrates on chapter affairs with sorority leadership and members in attendance.
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