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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1929
Page
2
Paris designer Jean Patou argues black remains chic when balanced with line and light touches. He recommends fabrics like black velvet, gray astrakhan, and minimal fur to soften the silhouette and prevent a mournful, overly somber look.
The article presents turkey recipes to stretch Thanksgiving leftovers into refined dishes. It details two menus: turkey mold with mushrooms and butter, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, and asparagus border. and a celery grape gelatin mold with lemon, gelatin, cream, and a French dressings serve.
The Anderson chapter of Tri Kappa sorority initiated nine pledges after a formal dinner at Hotel Stilwell. New members include Mrs. Lawrence Busby Mrs. Williams Toner Miss Anne Henry Miss Catherine Crowley Miss Elizabeth Crowley Miss Louise Badgley Miss Ruth Hall Miss Mary Jane Humphreys and Miss Mary Pettit.
A public column argues for belief in God and an afterlife amid humanist wedding rites in the United States. The author defends spiritual hope as essential, noting the poor cling to faith, while the learned may abandon it. The piece preserves personal faith and criticizes secular substitutes.
Mr and Mrs Robert Graham hosted a Christmas dinner at their home on East Fall Creek Boulevard. The table featured a miniature tree and red taper candles in silver holders. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Rhodes Mr and Mrs Robert Greeley Mrs Walter B Moore Miss Wilma Craig and Jack Graham.
Fred Moody Jr and his bride Helen Wills prepared to sail with the Galatea from California, likely to depart Thursday morning. The couple, seen at the California Yacht Club after visiting Santa Barbara, planned a long voyage with no fixed destination. Mrs. Moody noted the trip was her husband’s decision and she has no engagements until April in New York.
Mrs Owen Wright was elected president of American Legion post No 78 auxiliary in Ben Davis at the annual Christmas party hosted by Mrs Charles Kindler. New officers include Vice President Mrs George Stamm Secretary Mrs Malcolm Dunn and Treasurer Mrs Frank M Cain. Provisions were arranged for distribution to needy families in the community.
Mr and Mrs Samuel Lambert celebrated their golden wedding anniversary Tuesday with a reception at the home of their daughter Mrs C Creighton Reeder 946 Tecumseh avenue. The house was decorated for the holiday season with guests including Dr and Mrs Mark Shideler Huntington.
Advice suggests adding lemon to rinse water for young girls with yellow or light brown curls. The goal is to keep hair light in color as they grow up.
A prudent housekeeping tip urges buying a suction rubber mat to line the tub bottom reducing slip hazards for the elderly and children. The mat’s low cost makes it an accessible safety upgrade for homes.
A model showcases a cool outdoorsy garment with a red and blue print on white ground. It features shoulder staples, front fastenings, and front pockets. Four sizes from bust 34 to 49 inches. Materials include gingham cretonne muslin sateen and rubberized cloth. Price 15 cents. 12 cents for a fashion book.
Miss Ineva Reilly will entertain with a luncheon bridge party Thursday noon in honor of Miss Dorothy Wright whose marriage to Charles Carroll Wilson Gary will take place New Year's afternoon. Miss Mary Evelyn Canty of Chicago also will be an honor guest. Covers for thirty six guests, table centerpiece of Euphorbia and Talisman roses, pale green tapers in silver candelabra.
Miss Gladys Bruce daughter of Eugene Bruce and Dr John Melkert Gainey formerly of Bedford were married in a candle light ceremony at the bride’s father 5611 University Place. The Rev Frederick Taylor read the service as palm and fern decor framed the fireplace. After the ceremony a reception was held and the couple will reside at 5611 University Place after the first of the year.
Mr and Mrs Edward Pierre Fillion of 3536 North Meridian spend holidays in Chicago with Mr and Mrs Edward Fillion and their daughter Miss Dorothy Wilhelm of 3329 North Meridian. Mr and Mrs Charles Bolser and Mr and Mrs George McCammon host guests including Mr and Mrs T F Harrington of Galion Ohio Mr and Mrs J D Brown of Flint Michigan Mr and Mrs Gerald Craighead of Detroit and Edward Huneycutt.
A kitchen tip notes potatoes bake faster if soaked a few minutes in hot water before roasting. The method softens starch and reduces overall bake time, aiding even doneness across the batch.
Thelma Wabnitz is named chair of the committee in charge as Alpha chapter Omega Phi Tau sorority organizes its annual charity basket drive. The effort funds local charitable causes with member volunteers guiding the project.
A New York dispatch notes the persistent popularity of black furs among elites, with gloves and accessories embracing deep black shades. Long haired furs such as black lynx, fox, and seal lead the trend, influenced by Patou, and used to elevate daytime and evening ensembles with stark contrasts and Russian-inspired borders.
Miss Lela Whitlow daughter of Mr and Mrs R Whitlow married Emerson Crosley son of Edward Crosley at the home of Rev P B Smith pastor of the Noble Street Methodist Episcopal church in Anderson.
Miss Mary Elizabeth Welch will marry George Dalton Smith at 4 30 this afternoon in Broadway Methodist Episcopal church. Rev John W McFall will officiate with music by Mildred McFall and others. Attendant is Okla Welch. best man Frederick Graham. Reception follows at 2946 Washington boulevard. couple to take a wedding trip and reside in Indianapolis in three weeks.
Mrs. Rufus O Horrow hosted a Christmas luncheon for Amicitia Club members at 3510 North Meridian. Guests enjoyed songs by Mrs. Jeanette Wells, readings by Mrs. Jeanette Todd, and a five member playlet The Christmas Carol. Dean Doyal sang Holy Night with Dorothy and Saxton aiding on piano and violin.
The Indianapolis Club of Notre Dame hosts its annual Christmas dinner dance Monday night at the Severin hotel roof garden. Charlie Davis' Indiana theater orchestra provides music. Wilfred Habing and Robert Marshall are co-chairmen.
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