Banner Graphic, Greencastle, Putnam County, 2 July 1973 — Page 3

Monday, July 2, 1973

Bonnor-Graphic, Greoncattle, Indiana

Eventide Rest Home Slates Talent Show

Jeanette Ellen Johnson, Stephen Paul Filicsky Exchange Vows

Brenda K. Bemis, activities director at Eventide Rest Home, has announced that the center w ill present a talent show in observance of July 4. The show, which will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday, will feature singing, dancing, and comedy, to be performed by the patients at Eventide Rest Home, located at 1306 South Bloomington St. in Greencastle.

The show will open with a song, “Another Opening, Another Show”, which will be performed by the Eventide Chorus-Hazel Holmes, Helen Roth, Louise Smith, Clara Porter, George Henderson, Earl Gilbert, Mary Bostic, Christine Darkis, Angelina Boltinghouse, and Brenda Bemis. The Chorus will then sing “The Thing”, followed by a comedy act: “The London Kazoo Symphonette Plays the ‘Blue Danube Waltz”’, with members of the chorus, and a new talent, Ethel Spivey. Next on the evening’s agenda will be a dance demonstration given by Clara Porter, Louise Smith, and Brenda Bemis.

The dance demonstration will be followed with a piano solo by Hazel Holmes, who will play a trio of oldfashioned medleys. Hazel will remain as pianist for the next number, a pantomime of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”, joined by Louise Smith as pitcher, George Henderson as the umpire, Earl Gilbert as the catcher, Harvey Millspaugh as the sportscaster, and Brenda Bemis as the batter. Clara Porter, Bob Evens, and Christine Darkis make up the outfield. Bessie Barnett and Helen Beck then join Hazel, Louise, Clara, Harvey, and Brenda with take-off of the “Rowan and Martin Laugh-ln” comedy series.

This little lady is Rebecca Rae Cox, today's member of the Diaper Set. Rebecca is three years old, and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Cox. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Cox of R.R. 1, Fillmore, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Duncan of Indianapolis and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Thompson of Orlando, Fla. Becky has two sisters, Kimberly and Jennifer.

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By Abigail Van Buren

DEAR ABBY: A high school girl wrote that she was pregnant and she and her boy friend wanted to be married by a clergyman in a church, but neither one of them belonged to a church and they were having difficulty finding a clergyman to marry them. You replied, “I am sure I can find a clergyman who will perform the ceremony.” Abby, the old “accommodating” view is diminishing. If a church wedding is desired, one or both parties must be active members in the church. People who refuse to support or help maintain a church should not expect to use it for a “show.” A Christian wedding ceremony is an act of worship which is based on faith. The attitude of more and more people is to call on the clergy and use the church facilities for “hatch, match, and dispatch” [baptism, marriage, and funerals]—but the clergy and lay leaderships of our churches are not going to play games with nonmembers, nonbelievers and inactive members. After all, there are other places where people can marry, and other persons who are qualified under the law to perform marriage ceremonies. WILLIAM W. J. ENNIS, Pastor St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Bethlehem, Penn. DEAR ABBY: A high school senior is pregnant, and can’t find a minister to marry her, tho she is very much in love with the baby’s father and would like a church wedding. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints [Mormons] takes a very strong stand against premarital sex, but we try to remember the words of the Saviour, “He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone” and, “Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.” We believe that the proper thing to do under the above circumstances is to get married so that child can have a name, and I am sure any L.D.S. Bishop would be very happy to perform the ceremony and give them a lovely

Harvey, Hazel, and Helen then perform in a rowboat to the song: “Row, Row, Your Boat”. Harvey Millspaugh then adds a serious moment to the production with his reading of “Prayer to the Statue of Liberty”, in honor of the Independence Day holiday. Earl Gilbert and Brenda Bemis team up for a rendition of “Honey Bun”, a song from the Broadway musical, “South Pacific”. The entire cast closes the show with a finale, “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”. Harvey Millspaugh will be the host for the evening of merriment. Ushers will be Bill Bryan, Ruth Crouch, Billy Ray Irwin, and Helen Roth. A fireworks celebration will top off the evening. The public is invited and urged to attend the production, set for July 4, at 7 p.m. at Eventide Rest Home.

Geneology Of Newgent Family Told At Meeting

The Putnam County Historical Society met at Torr’s Restaurant for a dinner meeting on Wednesday evening. Devotions were given by Rev. Cyril Johnson. Many orders have been received for the 1879 Putnam County Atlas reprint. Cyril Johnson is the chairman of the Atlas Committee. His address is Russellville, Ind., 46175, for anyone interested in ordering an atlas. The dedication of the Eli Lilly plaque to be placed on the east side of Fleenor’s Drug Store will be held on July 8, at 2 p.m. DePauw University will supply chairs and the organ for the ceremony. In case of rain, the dedication will be held in the First Christian Church, a block south of the drug store. Officers were elected at this meeting and are: Mrs. William Boatright-presi-dent; Sanford Romine-vice president; Mrs. Cyril Johnson-secre-tary; Ward Mayhall-treasurer; and Carrie Pierce-historian. Lawrence Burk gave the geneology of the Newgent Family as the program for the meeting. Burk followed the line of Thomas Newgent, who was the first school teacher in Putnam County. Newgent is buried on the homestead farm in Clinton Township, where a government marker will be placed this fall. The next meeting of the Putnam County Historical Society will be held on July 25, at Torr’s Restaurant.

Jeanette Ellen Johnson and Stephen Paul Filicsky exchanged marriage vows on June 16, at 2:30 p.m. at the Sherwood Christian Church with the Rev. Elgin T. Smith performing the double-ring ceremony. Two seven-branched candelabra stood behind and at Tri-County Club Holds Outdoor Meet The Tri-County Community Club held its June meeting at the home of Diana Nees, with Mary A. Rubeck as co-hostess. There were 19 members, 17 children, and four men present for the noon meal. The business meeting, opening at 1 p.m., was held outdoors. The club creed was repeated and the pledge to the flag was given. The menu was drawn for the July meeting. Mae Farless reported on the cards and hospital equipment. Roberta Nees, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, reported that cards would be ordered for a money-making project. Other members of the committee are Jean Rice, Diana Nees, and Geraldine Cundiff. Paul Souders and Ann Nicholls each gave donations to the club. Dorothy Bullerdick, president, announced that the garage sale for the Poland Chapel would be held on July 14. All donations will be appreciated Diana Baker and Mildred Neese received door prizes. Mary Schopmeyer received a secret sister birthday gift. The social hour w as spent playing games. Kathy Burns was the winner. The July meeting will be held at the home of Kathy Burns. Every member is asked to bring their lawn chairs.

After attending the 50th anniversary reception for Mr. and Mrs. Willis Craft on Sunday afternoon, Mrs. Flossie Williams entertained with a supper at her home in Brazil for several of her cousins, and her aunt, Mrs. Jessie Craft, w ho is able to be out and around once again. Mrs. Opal Newgent, 11 South Bloomington, St., has returned home after spending the past week with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Carl E. Berry, Kendallville.

Unwilling to tie knot for couple ‘in trouble’

wedding and his blessings.

LEONARD R. TOLMAN, Barstow, Cal.

DEAR ABBY: I feel that I must write to defend those three ministers who refused to marry that pregnant high school girl. After nearly 40 years as a minister’s wife I know something about people who don’t want to contribute anything to a church, but they expect the minister and church to help them out when they need something. Of course, the church does not belong to the minister; neither does it belong to these two immature individuals to use for their own selfish reasons. WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA DEAR ABBY: My heart ached for those youngsters who wanted to be married by a minister but couldn’t find one who would marry them because they didn’t belong to his church. With so many of our young people turning away from religion, you would think a minister would jump at the chance to bring them into the fold. If they can’t find a minister to marry them, they should consider a judge. At least it would be legal. Also, a sea captain has the authority to legalize a union. Have they considered that? „ LOVES CHILDREN DEAR LOVES: After having been told to go jump in the lake by so many ministers, they might indeed find a sea captain the ideal one to tie the knot. Problems? You’ll feel better if you get it off your chest. For a personal reply, write to ABBY: Box No. «97«. L. A.. Calif. MMt. Enclose stamped, self-addressed envelope, please. For Abby's new booklet. “What Teen-Agers Want to Know." send <1 to Abby. Box W7M. Los Angelos. CaL MMt.

each end of the communion table. Silver altar vases filled with killion daisies stood on each end of the communion table Parents ot the couple are Mr. and Mrs. William R. Johnson of Greencastle, R. R. 5, and Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Filicsky of Stilesville. Preceding the ceremony, Mrs. Bruce Albright organist played selections from “Love Story”, “Theme from Romeo and Juliet”, “We Have Only Just Begun,” and * “Come Saturday Morning.” Miss Kathy (Hannah) Brennan from Winamac, Indiana, college roommate of the

bride, sang “One Hand, One Heart.” The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a floor length gown of all white organza and cluny lace. The gown was fashioned with an empire waistline and a full skirt with added fullness in the back. The bodice and lantern sleeves were trimmed with cluny lace and tiny covered buttons and accented by lace ruffles at the high neckline and cuffs. A matching lace-edged mantilla formed a chapel length train. She carried a colonial bouquet of pastel daisies, pixy carnations, yellow sweetheart roses and babies’ breath.

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Filicsky

Miss Deanne Albin, maid of honor, and Miss Susan Frazier, bridesmaid, cousin of the bride, wore floor length gowns of dotted swiss underlined with taffeta. The dresses were fashioned with empire waistlines, lace trimmed short sleeves and lace trimmed high necklines. They wore short veiled matching headpieces and carried nose gays of pastel daisies and babies’ breath. Miss Albin’s gown was light blue and Miss Frazier’s light yellow. Four-year-old Jennifer Harrold served as flower girl. Her dress, styled similar to the attendants, was in pink. She strewed daisy petals from a white basket trimmed with pink ribbons. Mark Filicsky served his brother as best man. Patrick Filicsky, cousin of the groom from Danville, Illinois, was groomsman. Kenneth Johnson, brother of the bride, and Patrick Filicsky served as ushers. The brides’s mother wore a floor length gown of mint green. The bridegroom’s mother wore a floor length gown of blue with green flowers. Both mothers chose white accessories and wore corsages of yellow roses and babies’ breath. A reception was held immediately following the ceremony in the Friendship Room of the church. Miss Darla Proctor served the cake and Miss Kathy Brennan the punch. Guests were registered by Miss Luan Filicsky, sister of the bridegroom. She wore a floor length gown of green dotted swiss. The broghers of the bride, Keven and David Johnson, received the gifts. Grandparents attending the wedding were: Mrs. Robert Johnson, Indianapolis; Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Frazier, Greencastle; Mr. and Mrs. August Filicsky, and Mr. Fred Tanner, Danville, Illinois. Out-of-town guests were from Chicago, Danville, and Pickneyville, Illinois; Indianapolis, Columbus, Roachdale, Winamac

and Stilesville, Indiana. The bride graduated from Greencastle High School with the class of 1972, attended Indiana State University and is presently employed with the IBM Corporation. The bridegroom graduated from Cascade High School in 1970 and is employed with Public Service Company of Plainfield. Mr. and Mrs. Filicsky are now at home at R. R. 1, Stilesville.

Calendar Of Events Today The Monday Club will meet Monday, July 2, with Mrs. Haskell Rice at 2 p.m. Mrs. Robert Sweeney will have the program. Tuesday Delta Theta Tau will meet on Tuesday, July 3, at 8 p.m. with Mrs. Keith Monnett. The Castle Toppers Home Demonstration Club will meet Tuesday, July 3, with Mrs. Alex Warfield, 211 Bloomington, at 7:30 p.m. The lesson will be on Indiana History. The Maple Heights Home Extension Club will meet Tuesday, July 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Club House. There will be carry-in refreshments. Thursday The American Zinc Retirees will have a picnic at Robe Ann Park on Thursday, July 5, at 12 noon in Shelterhouse #1. Bring a well-filled basket. Call 653-4558, or write to Mrs. Alice Lewis, 205 N. Indiana St.