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Indianapolis Times

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1930

Page

8

Quiet social season in Washington amid unemployment pressure

Washington reports President Hoover favors a subdued social season this winter due to unemployment and national hardship. White House hints reflect caution to avoid lavish diplomacy while Colonel Arthur Woods fights unemployment. Private dinners and smaller gatherings replace grand galas as Britain’s embassy awaits a coronation era mood.

Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr Hoover Washington United Press Hoofer White House Arthur Woods

Society to Hold Business Meeting at Memorial Presbyterian

Woman's Society of Memorial Presbyterian church meets in the chapel at 2 on Wednesday for a business session. Calendar Club report to be shared. Devotions led by Mrs. Ray Fuller. Afternoon hostesses are Mrs. Ray Fuller Mrs. Lee Hauck Mrs. J. C. Plaskett Mrs. Augusta Siersdale and Mrs. V. B. Binager.

Woman's Society of Memorial Presbyterian Church Calendar Club Ray Fuller Lee Hauck J. C. Plaskett Augusta Siersdale V. B. Binager

Tota Chi Plans Evening Meeting and Pledge

Tota Chi sorority will meet at 8 tonight at the home of Mrs. Leander King on 519 Shelby Street. Eight rushees will be pledged.

Tota Chi Iota Chi Sorority Leander King Shelby Street

Rush Party Slated by Theta Chi Omega at Owl Golf

The second in a series of rush parties will be held tonight by Alpha chapter members of Theta Chi Omega sorority at Owl miniature golf links.

Alpha Chapter Theta Chi Omega Sorority Owl Miniature Golf Links

Black-Draught Praised by Decatur Family for Generations

Mrs. W. J. Riley of Decatur Als says Thedford s Black-Draught has long served her family as a daily medicine. She cites its use as a tea for children when unwell and notes relief for indigestion constipation biliousness and colds. The remedy keeps bowels open during whooping cough too and remains unmatched in her view.

Thedford W. J. Riley Decatur Als Mrs. Riley

New Evening Gowns Are Models of Balance and Dignity

Paris reports formal receptions for the coming season feature gowns of balanced, dignified silhouettes. Rich fabrics such as mirror velvet and satin dominate, with long trains, high waists, and intricate yoke patterns replacing previous fitted skirts, as Molyneux showcases mid season styles.

Paris Molyneux

Velvet and Satin Do Gala Gown Trends In 1920s Style

Velvet and heavy crepe remain favored with satin a Molyneux favorite shade pale green and white common for gala dresses. Form fitting silhouettes feature drawn waists volants for length and train, jeweled bodice accents, and lavish fox fur trims driving prices high.

Molyneux

Annual Report of Indiana W. C. T. U. Section Finances and Outreach

Mrs. W. A. Doty reports for the Indiana W. C. T. U. evangelism department 1158 conversions in 56 counties, 2511 meetings, 1,998,288 pages of literature, 2980 visits to jails and homes, 120 new members, 31,000 gospel messages to invalids, and 3989 personal talks. Sabbath observance lists 359 sermons and 242 talks from 41 counties. Bible in public schools shows 6995 children enrolled in vacation Bible schools from 46 counties.

Department of Evangelism Indiana W. A. Doty Kokomo Doty

Lincoln Memorial statue judged most impressive of Washington sights

Mrs. Walter Ferguson Ashington extols the Lincoln monument in Washington as a moving tribute. She praises Daniel C. French for the lifelike likeness and perfect lighting that let visitors study the marble figure of the national hero, noting her preference for art over presidential fame.

Ashington Lincoln Memorial Daniel C. French Mr. French Washington Lincoln United States

Alpha Club luncheon honors Miss Constance Jones

Alpha Club members and Kappa Alpha Theta hosted a luncheon with Miss Constance Jones at 1941 North Delaware Street. Mrs. Charles Gerrard read a diary by her mother Mrs. William Bell about Andre’s 1898 polar expedition and disappearance.

Constance Jones North Delaware Street Alpha Club Kappa Alpha Theta Charles Gerrard Andre North Pole William Bell

Masquerade Party at Miss Clara Schneider’s Home

Miss Clara Schneider hosts a masquerade at 3836 Grace Land avenue tonight for members of Rho Sigma Chi sorority and pledges. Guests include Miss Peeree Mee Bae Gue Nah St. is listed among attendees.

Clara Schneider Graceland Avenue Rho Sigma Chi Sorority Peereee Mee Bae Gue

Glorifying Yourself as a Beauty Ritual Guide

The piece treats personal grooming as a daily ritual and laboratory like devotion. It lists tools from brushes and mirrors to cleansers, lotions, makeup and nail care, urging regular care to keep beauty polished and noticed. It closes with a note on skin cleaning methods.

Altar of Beauty

Candidates to Speak Monday for Marion County Assembly

Majority of general assembly candidates from Marion county will speak at 8 to night at Cropsey auditorium public library. Indianapolis League of Women Voters sponsors the event as part of its voter service. 41 candidates were interviewed by the Indianapolis league on the legislative program.

General Assembly Marion County Cropsey Auditorium Public Library Indianapolis League of Women Voters Indianapolis League B. C. Ellis Ralph E. Carter Lehman Dunning D. Laurence Chambers Walters. Greenough Thomas D. Sheerin Warren K. Mannon C. N. Campbell

Costume Ball at Hoosier Athletic Club Friday

Dr. John E. Wyttenbach chairs the annual Halloween costume ball set for November 1 at the Hoosier Athletic Club. Guests attend in costume with prizes for the most attractive and unusual outfits. Dancing before prize awards will be restricted to couples in costume. Other committee members include Elmer H. Wiebke Col Greenberg Otto Roos Carl Krautter and William H. Shreve. Carl Patterson leads the general entertainment committee for the year.

John E. Wyttenbach Hoosier Athletic Club Elmer H. Wiebke Col. Greenberg Otto Roos Carl Krautter William H. Shreve Carl Patterson

Card Parties At Local Halls This Week

Fidelity Rebekah lodge 27 I O O F hosts a card party Tuesday at 2 30 in the hall at Prospect street 100914 New Hope council 49 D of A holds a card party tonight at 8 30 at the hall Morris and Lee streets Social club of Winona council stages a card party at 8 30 Tuesday in the hall Roosevelt and Seventeenth street

Fidelity Rebekah Lodge Prospect Street New Hope Council D. of A Morris and Lee Streets Social Club of Winona Council Roosevelt and Seventeenth Street

Miss Helen Miller and Miss Mary Louise Smith pledged at Chamber meeting

Miss Helen Miller and Miss Mary Louise Smith will be pledged at 8 tonight at a Beta chapter Omega Phi Tau meeting held in the Chamber of Commerce.

Helen Miller Mary Louise Smith Beta Chapter Omega Phi Tau Chamber of Commerce

Luncheon Held by Alpha Omicron Alpha Sorority Chapter

Alpha chapter led a joint luncheon at the Lockerbie Tap for Alpha Omicron Alpha sorority.

Alpha Chapter Alpha Omicron Alpha

Miss Koontz Hostess Theta Rho Sigma Meeting Tonight

Miss Beatrice Koontz will host the Theta Rho Sigma sorority gathering at her home located at 3510 North Meridian Street tonight. The event brings together sorority members for a planned meeting and activities.

Theta Rho Sigma Sorority Beatrice Koontz North Meridian Street

Kokomo Girl Becomes Bride of S A Richards

Edith Armstrong of Kokomo became Mrs. S Allen Richards when she married Thursday October 16. The bride attended the University of Illinois and graduated from Pennsylvania State College. Mr Richards hails from River Forest and works with Continental Steel Corporation in Kokomo.

S. Allen Richards Edith Armstrong Kokomo Richards River Forest University of Illinois Pennsylvania State Cor

Gypsy Dinner Dance At Country Club In Indianapolis

More than 300 members and guests attended the annual gypsy dinner dance at the Country Club of Indianapolis Saturday night. Guests wore gypsy costumes and decorations followed the motif. Paul Mathews served as chairman in charge.

Country Club of Indianapolis Paul Mathews

Travel Session Planned Friday by Indianapolis Jewish Women

Mrs Walter Wolf hosts a Friday meeting at 10 15 AM for the travelogue group of the Indianapolis section of the Jewish women. Mrs Katherine Pauli will speak on My Home in Switzerland and sing native songs. Open to council membership.

Walter Wolf North Meridian Street Indianapolis Katherine Pauli Switzerland Council

Medical Auxiliary Musicale Set for Doctors Wives

The Woman's Auxiliary of the Indianapolis Medical Society will hold a musicale tea at the D A R chapter house 824 North Pennsylvania Street from 3 to 5 p m for wives of doctors attending the Seventh District Medical Society meeting Mrs Ralph S Chappell is program chairman All doctors wives invited.

Woman’s Auxiliary The Indianapolis Medical Society North Pennsylvania Street Seventh District Medical Society Ralph S. Chappell

Miss Margaret Kern Hosts Theta Chapter Sorority Meeting

Miss Margaret Kern at 3703 East New York Street will entertain members of Theta chapter Sigma Epsilon sorority at 8 15 tonight at her home.

Margaret Kern East New York Street Theta Chapter Sigma Epsilon Sorority

Guest Meeting Planned by Literary Club

Multum in Parvo Literary Club will hold a guest meeting Tuesday afternoon from 2 to 4 30 at Irvington Methodist Episcopal church parlors. Miss Virginia Cravens dean of women at Indiana Central college will be the principal speaker. Miss Mae Kane from Indianapolis public library will also talk. Musical program by Ruth Griffith and Irma Chambers. Guests listed include Harriett Sparks Frankfort Arthur C Hoffman Dencil Young Charles Sommers James H Marshall C A Smith William P Morton John J Marshall Dewey Dean Kathryn Smith Charles F Bechtold.

Multum In Parvo Literary Club Irvington Methodist Episcopal Church Virginia Cravens Indiana Central College Mae Kane Indianapolis Public Library Ruth Griffith Irvington School of Music Irma Chambers Mesdames Harriett K. Sparks Frankfort Arthur C. Hoffman Dencil Young Charles Sommers James H. Marshall C. A. Smith William P. Morton John J. Marshall Dewey Dean Kathryn Smith Charles F. Bechtold

Bride-Elect Virginia Sanders Feted At Colonial Luncheon

Mrs. Robert L. Hiner and Miss Ann Schaefer hosted a Saturday luncheon bridge at the Columbia Club for Virginia Sanders, whose November 8 marriage to Elmer Siebert of Chicago is announced. The table bore old-fashioned flowers and nosegay place cards. guests included Mrs. Bertram Sanders and several other ladies and girls.

Robert L. Hiner Ann Schaefer Columbia Club Virginia Sanders Elmer Sieberts Chicago Miss Sanders Bertram Sanders Mesdames Ruth Baker George K. Wright Early Spiegel Ruth Allee Catherine Quinn Lorena McComb June Stowers Marjory Nelson

Latest Season Modes Show Loosely Fitted High Waists

A summary of season styles features loosely fitted high waists and an evening wrap using eight silver fox skins for trim. Ermine in white or dyed black decorates wraps, often paired with black velvet. Chanel offers an evening cape with a rounded yoke and ermine trim, satin lining.

Molyneux Jane Regny Chanel

Engagement announced at Saturday luncheon bridge

Mrs Harold McKinney hosted a luncheon bridge at her Downey avenue home announcing the engagement of her daughter Dorothy Hayden to Frank J Seifert of North Capitol avenue. Guests included Mrs George L Girard and a long list of friends and relatives.

Harold McKinney Downey Avenue Dorothy Hayden Frank J. Seifert North Capitol Avenue George L. Girard Johanna Hill

Democratic tea hosted by Third ward women leaders in town

Fourth and Fifth precincts of Third ward women’s Democratic organization will entertain with a tea at 2 Tuesday afternoon at Democratic headquarters 1601 North Talbot street. Mrs Mary Knippenburg and Miss Agnes Coleman will be hostesses assisted by several named ladies and misses.

Third Ward Woman’s Democratic Organization Democratic North Talbott Street Mary Knippenburg Agnes Coleman Catherine O'Brien Edna Welch Fred Hess Thomas Gillespie Emma Frombold William Taylor William Kern John W. Kern Sr Anna Judd Badger Williamson Catherine Maloney Marie Kane Alma Burns

Alumnae Bridge Tournament Hosted by Mrs Irwin McDonald

Mrs Irwin McDonald of 2728 North Pennsylvania street hosted a luncheon meeting for the Alpha Phi alumnae circle bridge tournament today. Mrs Donald Walker assisted. guests included Garrett Arnold Raymond Gill James Carter Arthur Dixon Merrill Esterline Ray Grimes Charles Hamilton Thomas Hood Harry Mason Wood Moll Thomas Jenkins Kenneth McConnaughey Ray Northway A S Rowe James Ruddell Marion Shoup and William Gaddis.

Irwin McDonald Pennsylvania Street Donald Walker Mesdames Garrett Arnold Raymond Gill James Carter Arthur Dixon Merrill Esterline Ray Grimes Charles Hamilton Thomas Hood Harry Mason Wood Moll Thomas Jenkins Kenneth McConnaughey Ray Northway A.S. Rowe James Ruddell Marion Shoup William Gaddis

Democratic Club Festival and Treasure Hunt in Marion County

The Young Women's Democratic Club of Marion county will host a treasure hunt and bridge party Tuesday night. The hunt begins at the Indiana Democratic headquarters in the State Life building and the bridge party plus entertainment occur at the Democratic clubhouse. Miss Harriet Day is president and Mrs Theresa Madden heads the entertainment committee.

Young Women’s Democratic Club Marion County Indiana Democratic State Life Harriet Day Theresa Madden

Phi Theta Delta Plans Evening Business Meeting

Phi Theta Delta Alpha chapter schedules a Wednesday night 8 o clock business meeting at Pattie Warner's home 4925 Carrollton Avenue. Pledge services will be held for Mabel Mc Daniels and Betty Hartinger will report on her Gamma chapter visit. Final arrangements for the winter marshmallow roast Thursday are to be made and pledges are required to attend, Carolyn Lachnit chairman.

Phi Theta Delta Sorority Pattie Warner Carrollton Avenue Mabel McDaniels Betty Hartinger Wayne Carolyn Lachnit

Omega Phi Tau Beta Chapter Hosts Slum Ber Party

Miss Fern Van Voorst hosted a Saturday night event for the Omega Phi Tau sorority at the Lincoln following their annual chapter meeting. The business meeting is set for 8 tonight at the Chamber of Toulse Smith.

Omega Phi Tau Sorority Lincoln Fern van Voorst East Tenth Street Toulse Smith

Lightweight tweed frock suits all day occasions

The tweed frock offers all-day wear in smart ward robe. It features a graceful slimming neckline, flat hips accentuated by side buttoned closure, narrow self-fabric sleeves, and a belt with an enameled buckle. Pattern Style No 905 comes in sizes 36 to 48, with fabric options in wool jersey crepe and canton crepe. Pattern price is 15 cents in stamps.

New Idea Saves Silk Hose and Lingerie

An ad explains that oily secretions soil silk garments and soap cannot remove them. Use Energine with lukewarm soapy water, add a tablespoon per quart, wash thoroughly, rinse, and regain color with less rubbing. Energine cleans oils and extends fabric life.

Mrs McVicker Honored At Halloween Bridge Party

Mrs Samuel McVicker once Miss Catherine Mitchell was guest of honor at a bridge party and misc shower Saturday night at Mrs Raymond McVey’s home 1418 West Thirty-second street Miss Mary Cutter joint hostess Halloween color decor orange and black tapers on serving tables Guests with the bride included Mesdames Leonard Earhart George De Haven James Mitchell Roy Dilley Henry Osterman William Cook Lorene Sheetz Lenora Jett Agnes Herndon Margaret Sullivan M F Rusch Misses Mary Dillane Helen Tarpey Mary Carr Mary Hungerford Cele Cutter Eleanor Murphy Marie Osterman Catherine Murphy Emma Weibach Molly Murphy Catherine Troy Nell Smith Viola Surge Edna Shea Mary Lowise O'Donnell Alice O'Donnell Julia Beatty Emma Cook

Samuel McVicker Catherine Mitchell Raymond McVey West Thirty-second Street Mary Cutter Mesdames Leonard Earhart George de Haven James Mitchell Roy Dilley Henry Osterman William Cook Lorene Sheetz Lenora Jett Agnes Herndon Margaret Sullivan M. F. Rusch Mary Dillane Helen Tarpey Mary Carr Mary Hungerford Cele Cutter Eleanor Murphy Marie Osterman Catherine Murphy Emma Weibach Molly Murphy Catherine Troy Nell Smith Viola Surge Edna Shea Mary Lowise O'Donnell Alice O'Donnell Julia Beatty Emma Cook

Guest Bridge Set at Hoosier A C

The Hoosier Athletic Club falls guest bridge party is scheduled for Friday November 21 in the club ballroom newly decorated. Mrs William Hyde Pearl chair of the bridge section announces committees for prizes entertainment and publicity with names listed for each role. The 500 section plans its fall guest party on Tuesday at 2.

Hoosier Athletic Club William Hyde Pearl G. H. Rossebo J. B. Marsh Ed H. Enners Howard Muller Wiliam E. Lichtenberg Harry G. Woodbury Fred Denny Charles A. Seilers David P. Morton John E. Hampton

Indiana Woman's Republican Club Luncheon Program

The Indiana Woman's Republican Club holds its monthly luncheon at 12 30 at the Columbia Club. Chairman Louise Wisenberg presents the program with pianists Miss Clara Henry and Mrs Effie McGrew and reader Mrs Martha Huggins. Archibald Hall will speak as principal. nominating committee report announced. reservations via Mrs Byron K Daugherty.

Indiana Woman's Republican Club Columbia Club Louise Wisenberg Clara Henry Effie McGrew Martha Huggins Archibald Hall Byron K. Daugherty

Halloween Party Planned by Class at Central Avenue Church

The Woman's Bible class of Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal church will host a party in the church parlors Tuesday afternoon. Readings by Miss Maxine McKay and Miss Emma Leonard, with singing by Mrs William Leonard. Decorations will feature a Halloween motif and colors. Mrs. W. C. Borcherding teaches the class.

Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church Maxine McKay Emma Leonard Wil- William Leonard W. C. Borcherding

Fall and Winter Fashion Magazine Offer

Advertises sending for a Fall and Winter Fashion Magazine with a 10 cent additional charge for a copy and mentions wrapping a coin carefully for postage.

Miss Ruth Smith Weds Paul Collins in Tabernacle Chapel

Miss Ruth Marie Smith daughter of Mrs Alice E Smith 3357 Guilford Avenue and Paul E Collins son of Mr and Mrs H J Collins of Mt Vernon Indiana wed at 4 PM in McKee chapel Tabernacle Presbyterian church. Harpist Victoria Montani provided music. Attendant Miss Hiller wore gold brown chiffon. The bride wore beige silk marquisette with lace edged cape and slippers. Reception followed. They will reside at 1530 North Illinois Street.

Ruth Marie Smith Alice E. Smith Guilford Avenue Paul E. Collins H. J. Collins Mt. Vernon Ind McKee Chapel Tabernacle Presbyterian Church Victoria Montani

Church Musicale to Feature Nye at Propylaeum

Women of the Second Presbyterian Church invite the public to a morning musicale on November 5 at the Propylaeum featuring Professor Douglass D Nye of Indiana University with folk songs performed with Mrs Nye. Patrons include acenes William Berns Walter Wentz Albert Spann and Merle N A Walker. Ushers listed: Mrs George Bailey Miss Carolyn Richardson Mrs Howard Fieber and Miss Helen Wilson.

Second Presbyterian Church Douglass D. Nye Indiana University Propylaeum Nye Acenes William ‘Ce Berns Walter Wentz Albert All Omas Spann Merle N. A. Walker George Bailey Howard Fieber Carolyn Richardson Helen Wilson

Miss Smith Named Sorority Hostess

Social meeting of Pi Sigma Tau sorority will be held tonight at the home of Miss Mary Frances Smith at 602 North Chester Street. A slumber party was held Friday night at Miss Richelle Ketner's home to honor the new pledges Merle Burgess Grace Danner Elaine Washburn and Ann Kiltwasser.

Pi Sigma Tau Sorority Mary Frances Smith North Chester Street Richelle Ketner Whittier Place Merle Burgess Grace Danner Elaine Washburn Ann Kiltwasser

Tea party honors Miss Washburn and Miss Knight

Mrs. T. Gordon Kelly entertained with a tea at her home 1 East Thirty sixth street on Saturday in honor of Miss Wildell Washburn and Miss Catherine Knight of Paducah Kentucky. The tea table was lit with green tapers in silver holders and the hostess was assisted by Mrs. Leon Desautels.

T. Gordon Kelly East Thirty-sixth Street Wildell Washburn Catherine Knight Paducah Leon Desautels

Head of Sorority to Attend Dinner

Mrs. Stella Andrews Cox grand president of Phi Omega Pi sorority from Portland Ore will be guest of honor at a 6 30 PM Thursday dinner of the Indianapolis alumnae chapter at the Spink Arms Miss Clara A Moore in charge of arrangements

Stella Andrews Cox Portland Ore Phi Omega Pi Sorority Indianapolis Spink Arms Clara A. Moore

Bowen speaks on federation tour at luncheon meeting

Mrs. Marie M. Bowen spoke about her experiences on the National Federation of Business and Professional Women goodwill tour this summer during a 12:30 luncheon of the Woman's Rotary Club at the Columbia Club. She is a former president of the club.

Marie M. Bowen National Federation of Business and Professional Women Good Will Woman’s Rotary Club Columbia Club Bowen Woman's Rotary Club

McDaniel Couple Celebrates Golden Fiftieth Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Henry McDaniel marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary at home in Lebanon last Friday. Their two children Mrs Orville Taylor and Baren McDaniel, both of Lebanon, joined the observance.

Henry McDaniel Lebanon Orville Taylor Baren McDaniel

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