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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1928
Page
13
Miss Ruth Miller chairs the Sigma Delta Tau sorority formal rush party to be held at the Columbia Club Wednesday evening. Dancing music and other entertainment are planned to accompany the event.
Fashion notes from Henry Bendel describe a shift from irregular hems to extended silhouette in evening gowns and wraps. Velvet remains central with fur trims and metallic lames, while velveteen coats gain popularity and extreme skirt lengths appear in winter coats and capes.
Martha Lee advises readers on how small annoyances disrupt relationships and includes a reader letter about an partner with an odd name. The column offers practical guidance and ends with encouragement to focus on core qualities over trivial social concerns.
Miss Helen Schmalz hosted a miscellaneous shower for Miss Viola McDaniel daughter of Mr and Mrs Clauson C McDaniel. Her marriage to Roy T Dilley will take place Saturday at St Frances de Sales Church. The bridal colors orchid and peach appeared in decorations.
Miss Lucy Brehob and Hemran Reynolds, about to wed Saturday, were honored guests at a Sunday dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Walter Bueenman at 846 N Tuxedo St. Pink roses and pink tapers adorned the table, with guests including Gerald Tracy Albert Brehob Dorothy Bergen Naomi Ballinger Edward Brehob and Kenneth Tracy.
Heyl Club met to start the year with a luncheon at Mrs. Russell Slagle’s home. Officers were installed, a memorial for the late president Mrs. George W. Knodle was read, and Mrs. James L. Beatty and Mrs. Thomas Shimer spoke on travel. Incoming president Mrs. George B. Elliott received flowers.
Banco party given by Members of the Mother's Club Alpha Delta Theta sorority entertained this afternoon at the home of Mrs. Theodore Philpott located at 2952 North Illinois Street.
Helen Katherine Martin daughter of Mr and Mrs Jess E Martin married Herbert Byron Lowe son of Mr and Mrs H B Lowe of Decatur Illinois at the Martins home 510 West Forty Second Street The Rev William F Rothenberger officiated with assistants A program of bridal airs preceded the ceremony The bride wore her mother’s gown a white liberty satin dress with lace trim and a tulle veil The groom wore formal attire Guests from Bloomington Cleveland Detroit St Louis and Chicago attended the wedding After a northern States trip the couple will reside in Rockford Illinois The bride is a Bethany College graduate and member of Zeta Tau Alpha The groom studied at the University of Illinois and belongs to Gamma Eta Gamma
Readers submit prize recipes with a note about Limes prizes and mailing details. A dated pudding recipe lists flour salt eggs sugar vanilla nuts dates and baking instructions with serving tips. Clara Ferry of 10 W Troy Ave is named as the submitter.
Mrs. C. L. Cook of Mt. Vernon Illinois reports renewed energy after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She says she gained 25 pounds and feels much better after years of fatigue and low vitality and plans to persuade relatives to try it.
The Indiana Whist Association tournament at Hotel Severin Friday and Saturday will draw top whist and auction bridge players from outside Indiana. Featured guests include Dr. Frank Cheseman A Brown Max Cohen of Chicago Club Andy Mouatt Henry Simon Alex Simon Mrs Neal Bethune James Bailey Mrs John Middleton Mr and Mrs Charles W Nokes. For the first time pair championship games in auction and a whist team contest are planned.
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Rickert return from New York where they visited their son Wayne Rickert. Mrs. Carl Gusta Seashore of Omaha is a house guest of Miss Mildred Johns at 5526 University Ave. Seashore was Helen Payne of this city before marriage. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baker Williams of Boston visit Mrs. Williams' parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Foley at Hampton Ct.
Mr and Mrs Charles H Stuart marked their tenth wedding anniversary with five euchre tables at their home 134 S Gladstone Ave Rosebud holders candle cakes at serving time. Guests included Mr and Mrs George Schmidt Mr and Mrs Grant Felton Mr and Mrs Charles Felton Mr and Mrs George Moore Mr and Mrs George Wysong Mr and Mrs William Spencer Mr and Mrs Herbert Cordier Mr and Mrs Edward Ebner and Mr and Mrs Carl Felton.
Mrs M Ross Masson of 5510 Washington Blvd. hosted an afternoon gathering of the Hoosier Tourist Club. Mrs Frank Robinson spoke on History and Customs of Scotland and Mrs C M Finney on The Reformation of John Knox.
The ladies society B. L. F. and E. will host a pillow slip card party and dance at 7 30 Saturday evening in the Odd Fellows Hall Pleasant and Shelby streets. Mrs. M. C Smith serves as president and general chairman.
Mrs. Emma Lockhart of 1806 Olive Street has just completed a four weeks visit spent with friends and relatives across eastern Indiana and Ohio.
Mrs Margaret Weymouth Jackson of Spencer spoke on her new book Beggars Can Choose at the opening meeting of the Women’s Press Club of Indiana held today at the Columbia Club.
St Marys Social Club hosts a card and lotto party at 2 30 p m on Thursday. The event takes place at the school hall 315 N New Jersey St with hostesses Mesdames Harry Rosengarden Frank Scheper Harry Weber and Joseph Wernsing.
The La Velle Dossert auxiliary and Veterans of Foreign Wars will host a benefit card and banco party at 830 Wednesday evening at their hall on W Tenth St and King Ave. Cosmos Sisters Indiana lodge No 2 will hold a card party at 230 Wednesday afternoon at 230 E Ohio St.
Entertain at Cards Ladies of St Philip Neri Church will host a card party at 8 30 Wednesday evening in the auditorium on Eastern Ave. Mrs J W Mars is chairman in charge.
Members will hold a special business meeting at 8 Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Hewitt Talbot 3955 Broadway.
The Alpha chapter of the So-Fra Club meets this evening at Miss Petty Lee's home in Brownsburg for its bi monthly gathering. Miss Margaret Moylan has been recently initiated into the chapter.
The A S F Club announces its season opening at Irvington School of Music this Sunday at 2 15 pm with guest artists from the Bel Canto Club presenting a varied program. Members and prospective members welcome for a afternoon of music featuring works by Moszkowski Toselli Tosti and others performed by individual artists and ensembles.
Mrs John R Craig president of the Jenny Lind Club hosted a Monday evening reception at her home to honor Miss Olive Kiler recently returned from Belgium. New officers were introduced including First VP Mrs Richard D Wangelin and Treasurer Miss Thelma Tacoma.
Beta Tau Sorority hosted a rush tea Sunday at Dorothy Baldridge's home 906 N Tuxedo St. Favors were powder puffs in orchid and jade. Entertainment included readings by Margaret Branaman and Evelyn Meyers and songs by Eleanor Cleveland. Guests included Charlotte Light Alice Nickel Lola Updike Rae Davis Beryl Kellogg Rose Nichols Nadine Stice Margaret Johnson Helen Sudbrock.
Mrs Lyman Whitaker chairs the first luncheon bridge of the season for the Indianapolis Athletic Club to be held at 2 pm Wednesday at the club. Luncheons will run all winter on the first Wednesday of each month with Mrs Whitaker assisted by Mesdames Jones French Law Olive and Metzger. General chairman Mrs Charles L Buschmann will be aided by Mesdames Buck Coffin Fischer and Whitaker.
Mrs Hugh McGibeny of Golden Hill hosted the first tea by division leaders of the Indianapolis Community Fund women's army. Attendees included team captains and neighborhood leaders as they prepare for the November fund drive. Mrs McGibney and Mrs William C Smith of 2910 College Ave share north division chairmanships, roles held last year.
Prof. C. M. Hepburn will deliver the main address at the McGuffeyites monthly meeting to be held Saturday October 13 at the public library. The program includes installation of new officers and opens at 1 30 p m.
The department of applied education, a new group in the Woman's Department Club, opened today with a luncheon at the club home. Mrs. Balz presided and Mrs. Flickenger presented songs. Pictures were shown by Mrs. Rubush. Numerous members and guests reserved for the luncheon, including many with lengthy lists of names.
The Sigma Sigma Kappa sorority will convene at 8 on Wednesday evening at Miss Arlene Allen's home, 960 W Thirty Fourth St. Four members Misses Dorothy Enoch Arlene Williams Wilma Sullivan and Joanna Stephenson were pledged at the last meeting.
Mrs Nellie Perviance of 5610 College Ave will host a Madison Club meeting at 2 Wednesday afternoon.
A Thirty third Degree Masons dinner at the Scottish Rite Temple honored Mr. and Mrs Louis George Buddenbaum. Mayor Slack Judge Gavin and other city notables attended. The evening featured toasts, humor, and elegant gowns as guests enjoyed a refined menu.
Marilyn themed gatherings please guests intellectually. Frankl lectures on modern furniture at the Art Institute. Indianapolis Woman's Club hosts president's day luncheon at the Propylaeum led by Mrs. Ritchey. Virginia arrives from Cincinnati for visits. Horse talks, tea by Mrs Harman and Miss Harman. The Winslow couple premiere The Little Theater at Woodstock Club. A Sunday ride to Brown County closes the week.
The industrial department of the Y W C A starts its regular Wednesday night supper meetings at 6 30 p m with Miss Anne Wittenberger introduced as new industrial secretary by Miss Pearl B Forsythe. Other speakers include Miss Florence E Lanham Miss Louise E Noble Miss Elsa Jacobson and Ruth S Milligan. After supper the group will dance and skate in the gymnasium with autumn decorations. Mary Ruth Sipple is president.
The New Century Club meets Wednesday to observe President’s Day with a luncheon at Lumley tea room. Incoming president Mrs. J. E. Barcus will host. Officers taking duties include Mrs. O. R. Scott as first vice president, Mrs. John Larsson as second vice president, Mrs. John Barclay as secretary, Mrs. W. C. Bruser as corresponding secretary, and Mrs. John Duvall as treasurer.
The Mother's Club of Zeta Tau Alpha will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday at the sorority hall 325 Hampton Dr A covered dish luncheon will be served at 12 30 Mesdames Robert Schreiber and Margaret Bonka will be hostesses All members urged to attend as plans for activities in the coming year are discussed
Members of the Women's Lions Club will hold their regular monthly meeting at the Spink-Arms Hotel Wednesday. Luncheon will be served at 1 p.m. A short program with vocal selections will be followed by bridge.
Workers for the Indianapolis Little Theatre will report on the membership campaign progress with a Thursday meeting at 5 pm in the Playhouse at Nineteenth and Alabama Streets. Miss Sara Lauter and Miss Anna Louis Griffith will speak, a membership chart is displayed, and medals will be awarded to top teams and members.
Miss Gertrude Smith will host a Beta chapter Chi Delta Chi social this evening. A buffet supper will follow the meeting, assisted by Misses Helen Jeanette Evans La Verne Jackson and Isabell Realey. Attending guests include Carlene Cooper Lucille Bowen Betty Allen Lucille Moore Mary Murrey Zeila May Willer Mary Foxall Kathryn Drake La Verne McCord Alice Emminger Betty Ellwanger June Noone and Louise Frederick.
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