Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 52, Number 48, Decatur, Adams County, 26 February 1954 — Page 3

/RIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1954

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GROUP MEETS AT ADAMS CENTRAL SCHOOL Thirty-five members and three guests gathered Tuesday evening at the Adams Central school for a meeting of the Kirkland Ladies Home Demonstration club. One new member was welcomed into the club. The meeting was opened by the president, Mrs. Dorphus Slickman, who read the creed, after which ’ Mrs. Ella Scherry sang the song of the month. Devotions were given by Mrs. Richard Gerber. Miss Lura Mankey then entertained the group with several accordion selections. The door prize was awarded to Mrs. Gerber. After the social hour, refreshments were served by the hostesses. Lucile Freels, Nettie Mankey, Delores Gerber, and Ida Frucht. MRS. JESSE A. RAY SURPRISED ON BIRTHDAY — Recently, friends and relatives gathered at the home of Mrs. j Jesse A. Ray and pleasantly surprised her on her birthday anniversary. Sandwiches, cake, ice cream and coffee were then served, after which the honored guest opened many lovely gifts. The remainder of the evening was enjoyed by group singing, games and the older folks reminiscing old times. Those present for the occasion were as follow's: Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Gooden and daughter, Mrs. Alta Williams and family; Mrs. Philipina Coles and family of Fort Wayne; Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Lehman, Mrs. Helen Spees, Mrs. Edna Bickham of Buckland, O.; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Grewe of Rossburg, O.; Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Rky and family of Ansonia, O.; Mr.* and Mrs. W. T. (Rupert and family, Clyde Rupert of St. Marys. O.; John Neadstine, John Teeple,

TEN TOP TUNES AT SCHAFERS 1. O Mein Papa — Ray Anthony • 2. Secret Love — Doris Day ' s trailger 4. Heart Os My Heart — Four Aces 5. That’s Amore — Dean Martin 6. From the Vine Came the Grape — Hilltoppers 7. Changing Partners — Bing Crosby 8. Woman — Jose Ferrer 9. Make Love to Me —Jo Stafford 10. Young At Heart — Frank Sinatra Follow the Fashion! You're never so we// dressed as when you're wearing for th ° Se b ° an ’ s Ring / \ lady’s «'"9 | '.jaRSOBSAWIW v US ’ IERMS J It's the Talk X , of the Teen -Agers \ oason | birthstone r>ngs i I Boys " T I for 5095o 95 Girls e easy terms - . —.— 130 N. SICOND ST. OICATUR, INDIANA ‘

Lillie Teeple, Mrs. Grace Erp, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Ray. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Ray and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Junior Ray and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. "'Paul Erp, Jease Ray and the honored guest, Mrs. Jesse Ray. CIRCLE 1 OF METHODIST W. S. C. S. MEET THURSDAY Circle 1 of the W. 8. C. S. of the Methodist church met at the home of Mrs. Homer Lower Thursday evening. Mrs. Harry Dailey presided over the business session. She announced that Lenten services would begin next Sunday evening and would be held each Sunday evening until Easter. The Rev. Samuel Emerick then talked on keeping another Lent. Sixteen members were present, and fifteen calls were reported Refreshments were served by Mrs. Lower, Mrs. Dailey, and Miss Ora Gilpin. MI3S MATILDA SELLEMEYER ENTERTAINS WEDNESDAY Miss Matilda Sellemeyer entertained members of the Bethany circle of the Zion Evangelical and (Reformed church Wednesday evening. ■ — - The program chairman, Mrs. Agnes Yager, gaver; gave the devotions, and followed with the discussion 'of the book. “Within These Borders,” by the Rev. John Scotford. Mrs. George Thomas, president, presided during the business session. Mrs. Wesley Lehman, spiritual life chairman, announced that the Lenten quiet hour would be observed Wednesday evening. March 3, the beginning of Lent. The World Day of Prayer, sponsored by the council of church women, will be observed Friday. March 5, at the Church of God. The meeting was closed by repeating the Mizpah benediction.

W. * t f.£ Q; MR. AND MRS. CHARLES E. JOHNLOZ, who reside a half mile east of Tocsin on U. S. 224, Craigville, route 1, will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary Sunday with open house from two o’clock until five o’clock. Attending the affair will be the couple’s ten children: Mr. and Mrs. Hie Johnloz of Murray, Mr. and Mrs. Alva Johnloz of Fort Wayne, Mr. and Mrs. William Foston of Roanoke, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Berkhieser of Ossian, Mr. and Mrs. William Johnloz of Murray. Mr. and Mrs*. Frederick Johnloz of Fort Wayne, Mr. and Mrs. Wersell Woodward of Ossian. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Brown of Monroe, and Mr. and Mrs, >s,bert Johnloz of Craigville. Mr. and Mrs. Johnloz have 23 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A delicious luncheon was served by the hostesses, Mrs. Noah Roth, Mrs. Floyd Hunter, Mrs. Agnes Yager, and Miss Sellemeyer. MRS. FRANK GLECKLER HOSTESS WEDNESDAY The Union Township Home Demonstration club met for an all day meeting Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Frank Gleckler. Mrs. Henry Bauman led the group in prayer before a delicious potluck dinner was served. The history of the song, “There’s Music in the Air," was read by Mrs. Fred Marbach, after which the group sang the song. Mrs. Paul Morgan read from the Book of Psalms, followed by all repeating the Lord’s prayer. Roll call was answered by seventeen members ;- and minutes of the” preVidus Thedting “wew read and approved. The leader, Mrs. Hugh Nidlinger, gave a very interesting review of the lesson. “Meat and Herb Cooking.” Anna K. Williams brought some information regarding membership and the organization of a new club. Mrs. Erwin Fuelling was welcomed as a new member. -Mrs. Fred Shaffer and Mrs. Thurman Drew were co r hostesses. There were eight guests and- six children also present. -- • MRS. ESSEX ENTERTAINS HISTORICAL CLUB Mrs. Harry Essex was hostess to the Historical club Wednesday afternoon. The president, Mrs. Delton Passwater, opened the meeting with the club collect. After the business session. Mrs. Homer Bittner gave a most interesting paper on“ From Sagebrush to Roses on the Columbia.” Lovely refreshments were served by the hostess. CIRCLE 4 MEETS WITH MRS. SMITH Circle 4 of W.S.C.S met with Mrs. Leland Smith Thursday evening. Scripture lesson was given by (Mrs. George Helm, and Mrs. Amos Yoder presented the lesson for the day. Co-hostesses were Mrs. August Kelly and Mrs. Frank Brandyberry. Monday evening at eight o’clock Our Lady Os Fatima* Study- club will meet with Mrs. :Robert Boch. —The M agl ey Ladies a id-will meet all day Thursday at the church. Hostesses will be Mrs. Marcia Dettinger dnd Mrs. Walter Conrad.— & Al SUM? CAR or TRUCK at your FORD DEALER’S Save real money on • ALL MAKES • ALL MODELS SCHWARTZ FORD CO., Inc. Cor. 3rd & Monroe Sts.

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I Mrs. Roy Kalver will entertain , the Dramatic department of the : Decatur Woman’s club Monday evening at iseven-thirty o’clock. Mrs. Max Spencer, chairman, Will be assisted by Mrs. Paul Hancher and Mrs. Harry Schwartz. The de- ! bate team from the public high I school will present the program. X , The W. M. A. of the Mt. Victory i U. B. church will meet with Mrs. i Elizabeth Ensminger Tuesday aft- » ernoon at one o’flock. All mem- ■ bers are urged to attend, because r officers wi 11 be elected.— 7— X * *••'„’ , 1 The Profit and Pleasure Home t Demonstration club will visit Fort ; Wayne Thursday. Members are asked to contact Mrs. Harvey - Smith or Mrs. Clarence Miller for I details. , The Wesley class of the Metho- - dist cljAirch will meet in the , church basement Thursday eve--1 ning at seven-thirty o’clock. I Mrs. A. D. Suttles will be hostess for the Everready class of • the Methodist church Thursday evening at seven-thirty o'clock. The Bobo Mt. Zion W. M. A. : will conduct a meeting Thursday evening at seven-thirty o'clock at the home of Mrs. Fred Hilton. New officers will be elected, and each member is asked to bring j her church. i * Our Lady of Good Counsel Study j club will meht with Mrs, Edward 'Deßolt Tuesday evening at eight o’clock. The Women’s guild of the Zion 1 Evangelical and Reformed church will meet at the church Wednes- ’ day evening at seven-thirty o’clock. The theme of the evening will be “The Lenten Quiet Hour.” Mrs. WesleySLehman will be program chairman and the hostesses ’ will be the Mesdames S. E. Leon--1 ardson, John Kiess, Ray Heller, Donald Kipser, H. V. DeVor, ' Ferd Litterer, and Elmer Lauten--1 sdhleger. The Women of the Moose will : meet at the Moose home Thurs- . day evening 'at eight o'clock. Officers are to meet at seven-thirty : o’clock. Formal initiation will be held. — . Monday evening at eight o'clock - the Junior - Women of the Decatu r = Woman’s club will meet-with Mrs. John Brecht, Mr. and Mrs. ißyron Trlcker of Lapeer, Mich., attended the funerg.l of IMrs. C. W. Moser, who died unexpectedly Sunday. The couple were guests of 'Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Tricker. GIRLSCOUT Brownie troop 21 met Monday evening after school. We had a lovely George Washington party with Donna Bixler, Carol Braden, and Donna Painter as hostesses, along with their mothers who served the delicious lunch. We had a short business meeting, played games, and closed with songs. Scribe, Rita Norquest. GECODE Bake Sale and Noodle Sale, Saturday, February 271 K at 9:00 A. M — At'Goodyear Store. 46t3

f£!Z» C T "I w—* Society Items for today's publication must be phoned In by 11 a. m. (Saturday 9:80 a. m.) Sharon Kimble Phone 8-2121 FRIDAY Zion Lutheran choir rehearsal, parish hall, 7 p.m. Zion Lutheran' announcements for communion services, 2,4, 5,7, and 8 p.m. / Adams Unit 43 of American Legion auxiliary, Legion home, 8 p.m. Philo class of Baptist church, Mr. and Mrs. John Metzger, 7:30 p.m. MONDAY Junior Women of Decatur Woman’s club, Mrs. John Brecht, 8 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima Study club, Mrs, Robert Boch, 8 p.m. Dramatic department of Decatur Woman's club, Mrs. Roy Kalver, 7:30 p.m. Juniors of American Legion auxiliary, Legion home, 4'p.m. Literature department of Decatur Woman's club, Mrs. Glen Dickerson, 7:45 p.m. (Research club, Mrs. C. C. Langston, 2:30 p.m. Music department of Decatur Woman’s club, Mrs. Glen Hill, 7:30 p.m. Civic department of Decatur Woman’s club, Mrs. Earl Fuhrman, 7:45 p.m. Art department of Decatar Woman’s club, Mrs. L. A. Cowens, 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY W. M. A. of Mt. Victory U. B. church, Mrs. Elizabeth Ensminger, Ip.m. , „ Our Lady of Good Counsel Study club, Mrs. Edward Deßolt, 8 p.m. Catholic Ladies of Columbia business meeting, C. L. of C. hall, 7:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY Ladies Shakespeare club, Mrs. Fred Smith, 2:30 p.m. Women’s guild of Zion Evangelical and Reformed church, church, 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY Magley Ladies aid, church, all J —_— Women of Moose, Moose home, officers, 7:30 p.m., members, 8 p.m. Wesley class of Methodist church, church basement, 7:30 p.m. Everready class of Methodist .church.. Mrs. . A.. J). Suttles, Zr 80 p.m. Bobo Mt. Zion W. Mt A., Mrs. Fred Hilton, 7:3ff p.m.

Dismissed Mrs. Loris Rich and baby son. Monroe; Mrs. Leonard Rigby and baby girl, Berne; Mrs. Floyd McBride and baby boy. city. At the Adams county memorial hospital: Mr. and Mrs. Luther Engle, Monroe, became the parents of a baby son Thursday at 5:20 p.m. He weighed 9 pounds and 4 ounces. •Burns Are Fatal To East Chicago Man EAST CHICAGO, Ind., UP — Julio C. Serrano, 25, East Chicago, died in St. Catherine’s hospital Thursday pt injuries suffered the day before in a fire in his room. Fireman said Serrano apparently set his bed afire with a cigaret. Window Peeping Is Charged To Terrell Von Terrell, 30, Decatur, who has had several encounters with the~law in Decatur and Bluffton, was arrested in t/>e north part of Decatur Thursday night about 10:30; after residents had notified the police that someone was seen near several houses. A charge of window' peeping was filed against Terrell and a hearing will be held in the next day or two in mayor’s court. Terrell has been convicted of a similar charge in this city and also in Bluffton. Wf HA VI , I I Kodak Color Film I FOR AND MINIATURE CAMERAS Holthouse Drug Co.

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