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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1925
Page
5
Marie Downey and Robert Hochgesang wed at nine in St Simon church with a ceremony featuring The Bride's March and Orange Blossoms. Attendants included Marcella Hodgesang, a wedding breakfast followed at Meredith hotel, and plans for a Chicago Detroit trip before settling in St Louis.
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a cure for faded dull hair. It promises immediate life and youthful lustre after brushing through damp hair for a week, claiming hair becomes soft, wavy, and twice as thick. The spot notes a 35 cent price at drug stores.
Mrs. A. T. Steinhart hosted a Wednesday luncheon and bridge session at her Walnut Street residence. Mrs. A. J. Copple won the top score. several guests including Miss Marie Downey and Mrs. Blingsworth attended the gala event.
Misses Josie and Mattie Fields hosted a well attended euchre party on E South Street with tables active all evening. Prizes went to George Swords Mia James Hogan Philander Peachee Henry Stone and Mrs Bertha Stumpp. Proceeds benefited the First Ward sewing circle at St Simon church.
A Hallowe'en party was held at Miss Dorothy Brady's Grove Street home on Wednesday evening. Favors were awarded to Baal Schuck, Cleo McCoy, Chester, Bob Lindsay, Jim Cammel, and Brown.
A market will be held Saturday for residents of the fifth ward. Items suitable for the Sunday dinner may be purchased there.
The regular meeting of the Dercas Society of the First Christian Church met Wednesday afternoon with a good membership. Plans outline work for the upcoming bazaar and a dinner at 7 on Thursday December 10th at the church.
The Sugarland Aid Society meeting scheduled for Wednesday afternoon at the church was postponed to Friday at 2 30 PM. A good attendance is desired and expected.
The Ladies Aid of the first Christian church hosted an all day reception and welcome for Rev Father Sermer sheim the new pastor of St Mary's chute at the Knights of Columbus home on Hast Main Street Tuesday evening. About one hundred and fifty clergymen and Knights attended. An opening program featured musical selections by the Si H, S orchestra of Simon. Following the welcome by Burke Rev Father ermer spoke. Attendees included Rev Johnny O Hare Rev C W Burkhart Rev Janes Sheal of Bt Patrick's Rev J Mattingly of Montgomery and Norbert Leonard and Justin.
The Rev Adolphus Kistler resigns as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Vincennes due to failing health. He was presented with three months pay by the church.
The Pocahontas lodge attended by members at Red Men's hall held regular business and discussed plans for a party scheduled for Wednesday October 28. The next lodge meeting was set for Wednesday October 21 and all members were urged to attend due to the importance of the issue.
A fragmented social note describes Rosa Boyd scoring on a home FG slot at Aniees Street with an out of town guest Mrs Theodore Young and Flora resident Mr W Hughes among attendees at a gathering hosted by Mrs Vi at her house.
Mrs Beeson and Mrs Begley entertained guests at the Begley residence on Harned Avenue Wednesday afternoon. Prize awards went to Mrs Odum with Beeson receiving the guest favor. The home was decorated in festive season style and refreshments followed after the games.
May feature Floyd M Johnttle vocal duet Peter Pan Virginia Harstine and Marjorie Sue Killion perform with piano. Equipment donated by LaVerne Taylor to be bought and placed on the grands by the association. Plainville Progressive clubs deliver linens for restrooms. Meeting dismissed after prayer led by Joe Neiswanger. Next association meeting November 11 at Plainville auditorium. Downey Hochgesang wedding held at St Simon church this morning. Glendale High School to present Her Honor the Mayor at the I O O F Hall of Glendale Friday evening. Admission 15 and 25 cents, reserve seats 1 more cent. Several residents visit in city Wednesday afternoon. John O'Donnell returns from Be today. Mrs W F Love and Mrs Ackerma Loogootee visit Mrs Bain Farris. Grace Gutsch and Josephine Kelly with Robert Kelly motor to Olney today. Lew W Barber returns from motor trip to Morristown to visit daughter Mrs C E Ward and husband, plus friends in Rushville and Connersville. Mrs James W Ramsey and two children return to Indianapolis after visiting in the city. Helen Woods leaves for Indianapolis to visit daughter Mrs John Kendall and family. Urban Harris of Montgomery transacts business here. Blanche Wise and Mayme Zinkan depart for Chicago for the week. Mr and Mrs M F Burke depart for Paris Ill to visit relatives and their daughter Miss Honora, then visit Virginia Ruth in Vincennes.
Friday afternoon at 2 30 the Christian church hosts Class 3 for an important business meeting followed by a social hour. All members urged to attend as officers will be elected.
Clyde Burch returned Tuesday evening from Akron where he attended the General Tire and Rubber Company dealers convention for the central states. The event, held in the company's convention hall, featured talks by prominent men and a banquet for about three hundred guests at the Young Hotel.
Mr and Mrs L Mi3bling announce the marriage of their daughter Alta to John Lochmiller of Detroit. The ceremony was at the Toledo Methodist church at high noon on Saturday October 1st, officiated by Rev A H Mueller. The bride formerly worked at the Paul Tavern Store and the couple reside at 1482 W 28th Street Detroit after a brief wedding trip.
A local notice urges residents to attend a church meeting this evening at the church on Liv Rd. The notice emphasizes urgency and calls for all attendees to be present.
Mrs Gus Boules presided over a two table bridge gathering at her North First Street residence on Wednesday evening. High score honored Mrs Walter Goodan and consolation prize went to Mrs Charl Kemper. A refreshment course followed. Attending were four guests: Mrs Walter Good, Mrs Robert OConnor, Mrs Charles Kemper, and Mrs Robert Gotting. Mr and Mrs Charles son returned to Vernon today after visiting with Mr and Mrs D Begley. Mrs Elizabeth Cooper of Indianapolis was in the city today to attend
Diamond Dyes promises simple tinting or boiling for permanent colors in delicate fabrics. A 15 cent package covers lingerie silks ribbons coats skirts and more with clear directions. Do not mix with other dyes and tell your druggist material type wool silk linen cotton or mixed goods.
Dorothy Dix addresses dating ethics and female modesty, criticizing flappers and urging respect for maidenhood while noting men degrade women by making their attention a price. Other columns discuss why women prefer certain men and what qualities they value, with advice on love, class, and improving etiquette.
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