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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1930
Page
14
The forty first annual state convention of the Indiana Federation of Women's Clubs in session at Claypool will close with a banquet at 6 30 Thursday in the Riley room. Dr Allen Diehl Albert a member of the 1933 world fair commission will discuss Progress.
Mrs. Samuel J. McVicker introduces Catherine Mitchell daughter of Mr and Mrs James Mitchell as guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower tonight at Miss Mary Delane home 1116 Hoyt avenue Decorations and appointments will be pink and blue Guests with the bride include Mesdames Viola Dilley Raymond McVey and Helen Osterman and Misses Mary Cutter Marie Osterman and Edna Shea
Mr and Mrs August W Boetcher of 4018 Cornelius avenue mark their 50th wedding anniversary this Saturday at home. Boetcher, born in Germany in 1859, came to the United States at age seven, and Mrs Boetcher was born in La Porte Indiana in 1864. They have three children Walter Harry and Maude Ostermeier and two grandchildren Bernice Keating and Marie Bush, all of Indianapolis.
A reader argues that adoption can satisfy a childless couple, while a correspondent opposes it as inadequate and risky. The pro view contends heredity is overstated and environment matters more, noting adopted babies from investigated families offer comparable joy and security to biological children.
Miss Louise Clawson hosted a bridge party and shower at the Antlers Tuesday night in honor of her sister Mrs Cecil L Martin formerly Zelma Clawson of Shelbyville. Guests included Mrs Robert Blankman Mrs Rose Brown Misses Mary Whitaker Marie Orr Ruth Repogle Thelma Caldwell Blanche Firth Rene Miller Helen Kinsley Lillian Stephenson Eleanor Lamb Georgia Hixon Winifred Amibake Gretchen Drake Frienda O Donlad Zoe Ross Rudy Bastin Helen Clemmins Mary Shultz Lois Van Scoyoc Mary Hamilton Dean Van Scoyoc Pearl Morris.
The Mothers' Club of Alpha Delta Theta sorority will hold a luncheon and card party Thursday at Mrs. W. E. Shirtz's home at 2261 North Talbott Street. Mrs. J. C. Brossart will co host. Reservations may be made with Mrs. Shirtz.
Alpha Nu to meet with members of its chapter and Alpha Zeta Beta sorority at 6 tonight at the YWCA. The gathering aims to discuss chapter activities and coordination for upcoming events.
Washington Bulb Co. invites customers to redeem a coupon for a collection of Giant Darwin Tulips in six colors. Send the coupon with 25 cents to cover packing and mailing. If orders arrive within five days, a Christmas flowering Hyacinth bulb is included free with each tulip package. Summer, Washington.
New York reports the dressmaker touch dominates high fashion as gowns gain personal elegance. The trend elevates dressmakers over ready made pieces, with intricate cutting, careful fittings, and strong individuality driving top outfits. High fashion remains costly and exclusive as fur and ermine trims mark luxury.
Denver social set accustomed to lavish charity ball faces a shortened season as the famed ball is canceled at the last moment. New diversions appear with a ping pong table at the Polo Club and puzzles, jackstraws, archery, and darts gaining favor in private circles.
The Indianapolis associate chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa sorority will entertain their husbands at a Halloween party Friday night hosted by Dr. and Mrs. R. J. McElwee at 1909 Broadway. The hostess will be assisted by Mrs. S. C. Maurer, Mrs. Paul Loser, Mrs. Paul Heddleston and Mrs. J. Tracy Davis.
The article laments renewed fashions showing dyed furs and Real faces returning to style. It notes velvets and cloth dresses are common and affordable, provoking readers to think carefully about their clothing choices and appearances.
Gamma Phi Beta sorority composed of wives of doctors and medical students at Indiana University School of Medicine will hold initiation services Thursday night at the Lincoln for pledges Mesdames W. Kelly Gayle Hunt Elbie Herendeen H E Kipperman Ray Robertson R H Miller Elwood Meredith Floyd Napper A J Schaaf R O Webb and John E Sharp.
Beta Tau sorority plans a 8 PM gathering Wednesday at the home of Misses Lillian and Elsie Rose Kennedy located at 1732 Ludlow Avenue.
Miss Esther Dwiggins daughter of Mr and Mrs Eli Dwiggins Valley Mills married Thomas R Maloney son of Mr and Mrs S J Maloney Brownsburg at St Joan of Arc church Rev Matthew Harold officiated The bride wore beige chiffon and carried Aaron Ward roses The groom's brother Bernard Maloney served as best man After a trip to French Lick the couple will be at home in Brownsburg
The Sigted Pi Me Phe Club will entertain with a guest meeting at 8 tonight at the home of Miss Gertrude Fox on 442 North Pine Street.
Indianapolis alumni plan a luncheon Monday at 12:15 at the Columbia Club to honor Harry M. Bell new director of athletics at Butler University. Reservations can be made with J Douglas Perry alumni secretary.
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