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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1925
Page
5
Society column recounts a Pennsylvania hunting trip by the Wilsons and Sue, Gleason, and others resuming duties at Western Union and E I and T H. The piece mentions Lieut Kendall’s funeral, veterans from Vincennes, a Baptist church bazaar on December 16, and organizers for various stalls with dates clarified after an error.
The St Marys of the Woods Club will hold a home made candy sale at the Union Building and Loan office next Saturday.
A Joliet resident, Mrs. M. J. Carnahan, will sail from New York on January 7 with the Bureau University Travel for five months visiting Africa and Europe including Cairo, Madrid, Paris and Seville. The clipping notes her Washington connections and lists other local names. Also mentioned is Thomas Daly’s marriage to Lt. Francis Elmer Kidwell, son of Lt. Col. and Mrs. Frank Kidwell, with Kidwell a West Point graduate who studied at the University of Washington.
The Pythian Sisters will meet Tuesday at the K of P hall to plan for a public installation of officers at a later date.
Byron R Shaw son of Mr and Mrs Charles C Shaw 712 South Meridian street and Miss Mary McGookey daughter of Mr and Mrs Ed McGookey Olney Illinois were quietly married in Olney December 12 by a Baptist minister. Immediate relatives attended. The couple will live in this city where Shaw is employed.
Mrs John L Winston held a luncheon Friday in honor of Mrs William Halpike of Cincinnati. Guests included Mrs Halpike Mrs C G Gardiner Mrs Miriam Martin and others. The note mentions the engagement of Lieutenant Francis Elmer Kidwell son of Lieutenant Colonel and Mrs Frank Kidwell of Lincoln Nebraska and nephew of C A Kidwell of this city.
The D F O class of the First Christian Church will meet Tuesday afternoon at 2 o clock at the home of Mrs J H Hopewell located at 491 East South Street.
Willing Workers Sunday school class of First Methodist to hold an important business meeting at the church this evening at 7 o clock prompt. All members urged to attend on time as a short meeting is anticipated. Mothers Meeting from Circle 3 planned, with a Tuesday 2 30 call at Community home East Main street. Mrs Henry Zinkan arrived Saturday from Indianapolis for a few days visit. Christmas Dance efforts underway by committee for annual charity bell. Circle 3 members to meet at Mrs Simon Smith 311 South East Fifth street to arrange serving the cafeteria dinner next week.
Miss Jessie Gelarden will entertain the members of her Sunday school class of the First Christian church at her home 408 East South Street Wednesday evening with a Christmas party and will have a program for the occasion.
The Marian Sodality of St Simon's parish will meet Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at the boys' school. All members are urged to attend.
A large party will be hosted at the Elks home by the Elks and Tri Kappas. The dance is promoted as one of the year’s best events, aiming to draw a wide audience and provide notable entertainment.
Members of the Classical Club will attend a Christmas party tonight at the home of Mrs J H Shipp. A committee to assist includes Mrs A B McCoy Mrs Helen Berry Mrs Stella McCafferty Mrs Clay Creager and Miss Hazel Greenwood.
A delightful social evening was hosted at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Frederick with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Burris Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Geldenberger Mr. and Mrs. Frank Teed Mr. and Mrs. William Riester and others.
Mr and Mrs Joe Gill Mr and Mrs John Biddinger and Mr and Mrs Pat Howard and Mr and Mrs Frank White of Mt Carmel Ill attended an evening gathering with light refreshments served.
Advertising copy describes taking two tablets every three hours for three doses, with the first dose providing relief and the latter doses breaking up the cold. Marketed as pleasant and safe, containing no quinine or opiates. Promoted as used by millions with a thirty five cent price and druggist guarantees.
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