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Van Wert Times

Location

Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1936

Page

3

Harmony Club and Ladies Social Notices

A column of club gatherings lists Harmony Club meeting Mrs Lester Morehead on South Shannon and Informal Study Club with Mrs John Albright on South Market. Other notices include Business Women’s Club at YWCA with Miss Charlotte Sidle, Quindecim Club with Mrs W at 634 North Market, Ladies Auxiliary of Spanish American War veterans with Mrs Vern B McConahay, tea at Mrs C F Kennedy's South Washington, Miss Elouise Speelman from Copiah-Lincoln College in a Spanish contest, and sewing club hosted by Mrs Harry Wilhelm on Keplar Street. A beauty shop operators convention and Moose orchestra rehearsal are also noted.

Harmony Club Lester Morehead South Shannon Street John ‘Albright South Market Street Clair Crooks Russell J. Balyeat Edna Ferber Business Women’s Club Business and Professional Women’s Club YWCA Charlotte Sidle Ladies Auxiliary Vern B. McConahay South Washington Street C. F. Kennedy Business and Professional Women's Club Jessie Vogt Elouise Speelmen Edgar Speelmen Copiah-Lincoln College Wesson Speelman Rotary Club Kiwanis Club Hotel Marsh Daisy Gilliland South Cherry Street M. E. Church

Boole Pioneer Ella Alexander Boole Promotes Van Wert

Ella Alexander Boole, a Van Wert native, is credited with elevating her town’s profile and aiding the rescue of fiery orator John G. Woolley from alcohol addiction. The piece cites his 1894 Cleveland Christian Endeavor Convention sermon detailing temperance’s ruinous effects and his survival, noting W. C. T. U. involvement.

Ella Alexander Boole van Wert John G. Woolley International Christian Endeavor Cleveland

Whats Doing in Van Wert

Community notices list varied activities at Brumback Library YWCA Hotel Marsh and local churches. Planned events include a Saturday 2:30 p.m. Children’s Story Hour at Brumback Library and Monday Rotary at noon.

Brumback Library

Pre-Lenten Card Party Planned at St Marys Hall

Local churches organize a pre Lenten card night on Tuesday February 26 at St Marys Parish hall with bridge and euchre and prizes for high scores. An after playing program is planned. Betty Sampeell of Van Wert placed second in a Miami University Junior Prom contest among five contestants. Elizabeth Seeley of Oak Harbor was first and Ellen Stewart of Columbus third. Miss Sampsell is a former Queen of the 1933 Pony Festival. Fort Wayne wedding of Miss Mary Jane McMillen to Dr Charles Webster Crowe will be attended by multiple local residents. A Colonial Party at the Presbyterian church featured musical numbers and a historical pageant. Circle five of St Marks Lutheran holds a meeting Monday at 7 pm with a pot luck supper at Mrs L Z Morrison’s West Main street.

Altar and Rosary Holy Name Societies St. Marys Parish Betty Sampeell Miami van Wert Miami University Elizabeth Seeley Oak Harbor Ellen Stewart Columbus Miss Sampsell J. P. Sampsell Elm Street Fort Wayne Fergus R. O. McMillen Jean English Ed Carlo Mary Jane McMillen Charles Webster Crowe Evanston Inl First Presbyterian Church LeRoy Hansel Barbara Cleveland R. R. Richison George Collins Springfield Miss McMillen Dale McMillen Presbyterian Church Woman's Society Hazel Gleason J. 8. Hall E. C. Humphreys Jane Edwards FP. W. Purmort Marsh Foundation School Lucille McGill Weems Kenton St. Marks Lutheran Church

Eagle Drill Team Plans Sunday Practice

All members of the Eagle Drill Team are asked to meet Sunday at 2 p.m. for a practice in the club room. Also noted are Bridge Club gatherings and travels of local residents including Mrs. Beatrice Shrider heading to Washington, D.C. for a visit with her sister.

Eagle Beatrice. Shrider Washington, D. C E. B. Dibbell

Hospital Admissions and Critical Condition Report

At the Hospital Andrews Burt is in a critical condition after several days of illness. D. C. Jackson of Woodland avenue underwent surgery this morning. Thomas Salmon of Convoy was admitted as a patient Friday afternoon. George W. Hines of Scott was admitted as a patient Friday afternoon.

Andrews Burt D. C. Jackson Woodland Ave Thomas Salmon Convoy George W. Hines Scott

Girl Born to Poe Doner in Pleasant Township

Van Wert County hospital welcomed a girl Friday to Mr. and Mrs. Poe Doner of Pleasant township named Mary Lois. A second birth noted is a girl to Rev. and Mrs. Floyd Rowe of Jonesfield, former Union resident. Through January 1, 1936 Van Wert County totals show 10 boys and 9 girls born.

Poe Doner Pleasant Township van Wert County Hospital Mary Lois Floyd Rowe Jonesfield Union van Wert County The Times

Paris Styles Showcases Peasant Influence In New Fashions

Mary Fentress reports Paris styles lean toward peasant inspiration in Enzel's latest collection. Sports wear draws on Austrian Tyrol Scotch Highlands and Nordic regions with suede ghillie sandals and cut out vamps. Two and three color tones, green and brown, prevail. heels rise for daytime wear. Evening sandals feature nude straps and ribbon braids with instep ties echoing sabots.

Mary Fentress United Press Paris Enzel Tyrol Scotch Highlands Scandinavian Countries

Churches Corr Crawford and Taylor Streets Program

B A Rodgers superintendent and Harry Armentrout as chorister lead church activities on Crawford and Taylor streets with Analee Murphy pianist and Mrs F D LaRue primary superintendent. B Y P U at 6 30 p m. evening services at 7 30 o'clock. Millard F Collins director of South Chicago Neighborhood House outlines activities, a Dennison University graduate.

Cor. Crawford and Taylor Sts B. A. Rodgers Harry Armentrout Analee Murphy F. D. LaRue Delbert Hughe South Chicago Millard F. Collins Dennison University

Y W C A Names New Office Secretary After Resignation

Miss Florence Williams of South Shannon street resigns as office secretary at the Young Womens Christian Association to join Central Luturers Insurance Company. Phyllis Dougal of North Shannon street is appointed by the Board of Directors to fill the vacancy.

Florence Williams South Shannon Street Young Womens Christian Association Central Lcturer's Insurance Company Phyllis Dougal North Shanaton Street

Who's Sick P Prichard Improving After Pneumonia

P Prichard who has been very ill with pneumonia at his home on South Chestnut street is improving.

P. Prichard South Chestnut St

Bible Published in 972 Languages Worldwide

New York reports the American Bible Society states scripture has appeared in 972 languages. Recent works include Ponape text and Psalms for Ponape, Gospels in Rundi, Mission presses in West Africa, and Bible portions in many dialects. The complete Bible is available in 175 languages, with the New Testament in 208 more languages.

New York American Bible Society Ponape Caroline Islands Gerdmans England Panapsians Rundi British and Foreign Bible Society Belgian Congo Meninka Kissi Mission Press West Africa Christian and Missionary Alliance Amercan Bible Society

WPA Workers Mural in Boston Aims for Plain Meaning

A 16 panel WPA mural planned for Boston will present clear, literal imagery to educate the public. Andrew Fuller Jr of the New England Society of Contemporary Art says most murals are too symbolical and this project will show the rise of civilization in plain figures so viewers can understand its meaning without text.

Boston Andrew D. Fuller, Jr New England Society of Contemporary Art The Academy of Artists

Salinas Rancher Sues Southern Pacific for 14000

Monterey rancher J E Griffel sues Southern Pacific for 14000 claiming the Sunset Limited jumped the track and caused his truck to smash into a tree while pursuing him down a highway.

Train Pursuit Salinas Cal J. E. Griffel Monterey Southern Pacific Sunset Limited

Firemen Keep Black Cat At West Seattle Station

A West Seattle fire station has housed a black cat for five years, riding in the hose compartment and joining fire calls. The cat’s fire kitten companions avoid the truck, but the feline remains ever ready when alarms ring.

Seattle Wash West Seattle

Local man sentenced for assault and battery

Lewis James of E Sycamore street pleaded guilty before Mayor Morrison to assault and battery on Edgar Neldon of N Race street. He received a suspended 30 day sentence in the county jail and was ordered to pay court costs.

Lewis James E. Sycamore St John H. Morrison Edgar Neldon N. Race St

U. S. Exports Rise in February Trade Boost

Washington Feb 22 The Commerce Department reported that the nation's exports increased 13 percent in February compared with January 1935. The seven month summary of foreign trade was released to GayIna.

Spring and Summer Pattern Book Offers Details

The advertisement promotes a Spring and Summer Pattern Book with late dress designs. It notes the price of 185 cents when bought separately and a discount if ordered with the pattern above, requiring a coupon and mentioning the newspaper name.

Mothers of child stars ease control on movie sets

Hollywood mothers of child screen stars once barred from sets or pressed to direct productions. Now some adopt a hands-off approach, letting studios run sessions while managing off set life. Mrs Temple, mother of Shirley Temple, favors conservatism and avoids dictating film making, prioritizing the child’s welfare over interference.

Hollywood Mrs. Temple Shirley

Cassidy Chosen for OSU Swan Club Water Circus Committee

Marian L Cassidy, daughter of John Cassidy of West Crawford Street, was selected to serve on the Swan club committee at Ohio State University to plan the school's annual water circus this week.

Marian L. Cassidy John Cassidy West Crawford ‘St Swan Club Ohio State University

Attorneys to address Van Wert and Kiwanis clubs Monday

Clarence L. Klinger Lima attorney will speak to the Rotary Club at the YWCA in Van Wert Monday. Rev John W Danford of the First M E church will address the Kiwanis Club Monday evening at the Hotel Marsh.

Clarence L. Klinger Lima van Wert Rotary Club YWCA John W. Danford M. E. Church Kiwanis Club Marsh

Log Found Deep in Gravel Bed near Shelton

A log was buried 650 feet deep by well diggers in Shelton Washington. Drillers reported the log lay in gravel strata indicating a historic stream bed. The find suggests a once flowing watercourse at that location.

Shelton, Wash

Salvation Army Sends 20 Youth to Cincinnati Conference

The local Salvation Army post dispatched 20 young people to a youth conference in Cincinnati today and tomorrow, aiming to participate in planned activities and discussions.

The Salvation Army Cincinnati

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