Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 53, Number 44, Decatur, Adams County, 22 February 1955 — Page 3

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auxiliary points to SUCCESS OF PROGRAM Crowded houses of worship everywhere, with many new and larger churches being erected, were pointed to by Mrs. Mart Seiking, chaplain of Adams 43 Unit of the American Legion auxiliary, as an indication of the success of the American Legion’s “Baek to God” movement, in a report to the auxiliary unit.' The American Legion and auxiliary are continuing the movement this year, urging daily family prayer, regular church attendance and s religious training of children. ’’More Americans ask the guidance ■of God than ever before," Mrs. Selking reported, “and I believe that this is due in part to the continuing efforts of the American Legion and auxiliary to encourage their millions of members and all other Americans to seek the strength and comfort of religion. “In the United States today there are nearly three hundred different religious bodies, with ninety mil*

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lion members attending two hundred and sixty-five thousand houses of worship. We believe that these record figures indicate a real spiritual reawaking of the American people, and we hope that by continuing our ’Back to |God' movement, we can contribute further to this development.” FORT WAYNE PRIEST TALKS AT MEETING The Rev. Eugene Zimmerman off Fort Wayne spoke before members of the Rosary society at their, meeting Monday night in the ly. of C. hall. "Youth is what you make them" was the topic of his talk. Father Zimmerman, ■'who is diocesan youth director and who had been in youth work ever since bls ordination, reminded that both heredity and training come to the youth through the parents. He pointed out that in guiding the development of a child the parent must consider three phases— Physical fitness, intellectual perfection and moral fitness. He stated that training in all three must begin in the home with the preschool child, adding that the most lasting impressions are made upon the child when he or she is very young. The talk was the highlight of a program which also featured a brief business session, refreshment and a social hour. Mrs. Andrew Miller presided. MISS MARY JEAN CURRAN BRIDE OF DON M. SMITH On Saturday, February 12, Miss' Mary Jean Curran, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lauren Widener of Denver, Colorado, became the bride of Don M. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lowell J. Smith of Decatur. She was escorted down the aisle of Our Lady of Fatima church at Albuquerque. New Mexico, by her step-father. She was attired in a ballerina length dress of wtyite nylon lace over taffeta. Her veil was of silk illusion fitted to a white juliet hat trimmed with seed pearls. Her bouquet was of white shattered carnations centered with a purple orchid. Mrs. Gordon Hayes of Denver,

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Mary Ann Ulman Bride Saturday Os John Braun Miss Mary Ann Ulmah,“daughter ' of Mr. and Mrs. Fred M. Ulman of Decatur, was married to John J. Braun, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence A. Braun of Decatur Saturday morning at 9 o’clock. The St. Mary’s Catholic church was the scene of the double-ring ceremony with the Veiy Rev. Msgr. J. J. Seimetx reading the nuptial vows. The altar was graced with candelabra and large "bouquets of gladolia, and pink carnations. The aisle was carpeted in,, white. The organist was Sr. M. Paul, C. S. A., and the girls’ choir presented the vocal selections. The bride was attired in a floor, length bridal gown of white chantilly lace over heavy satin, fashioned high V-neekline, featured wi& a moulded bodice of lace accented with tiny self-cover-ed buttons down the back. She carried a single white orchid surrounded with white shattered earnations. Her fingertip veil of imported French illusion fbll from a half crown studded with tiny seed pearls and shining sequins. Mrs. Thomas Ulman attended the bride as matron of honor. She wore a gown of antique taffeta sister of the bride, w'as matron of honor. She wore a yellow net gown over taffeta and a large picture hat of yellow. She carried a bouquet of yellow and white shattered, carnations. -v- ~ : Jack Curran, brother of the bride, served as best man and Richard Rabenneck ushered. The bride’s mother wore a nylon and rayon dress of neutral color with a lace jacket. Her corsage was of yellow carnations. Mrs. Smith was attired in an aqua jersey dress and she wore a corsage of white earnations. The high school choir during the nuptial mass. The reception was held in the home of Mrs. Alice Brennan following the cere- ’ mony. After the reception the couple left for a short wedding trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. The new' Mrs. Smith is a graduate of South high school in Denver, and is employed by the Catholic Charities of Albuquerque. The bridegroom is a graduate of Decatur high school and attended Purdue university for three years. He is stationed at Sandia base at Albuquerque with the U. S. army. BAPTIST BROTHERHOOD MEETS MONDAY NIGHT ~The Baptist Brotherhood met at the church Monday evening with their wives as guests. Mrs. J. J. Farwell-.of Ft. Wayne, gave an inspirational address on “Christian Hands Working for God’s Kingdom.” Ralph Kenworthy, vice-presi-dent. introduced the speaker and made the announcements. A delicious lunch was served in the lower auditorium by the class of Cal Peterson. The Rev. and Mrs. Arnold Funk of Liberty Center were guests at the meeting. ROSE ANN BILDERBACK’S ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED * Mrs. Thelma Bilderback of Decatur announces the engagement of her daughter Rose Ann, to Larry Lt Bolinger, son of Mrs. Willard Little of North Manchester. Miss HiJAjwback is a graduate of M4Jb high school and Mr. Bolinger was graduated from Chester high school. Both are students at Manchester college. No date has been set for the wedding. FEBRUARY MEETING IS HELD BY CLASS The February meeting of the Kum-Dubble class of the Trinity E. U. B. church was held recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Don 1 »■ ' \

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and nylon tulle in peacock blue. The strapless bodice featured a halter neckline and was topped by a spencer jacket of taffeta. The bouffant tulle * skirt was waltz length. Bridesmaids were Mias Joanne Braun and Mrs. Eugene Johnson. They wore gowns of peacock blup styled Identical to that of the matron of honor. Each wore white gloves and carried hand bouquets of pink carnations. In their hair they wore matching clusters of flowers. Best man was Richapd Braun and ushers were Thomas Ulman and William Braun. The bride’s mother chose a navy blue sheer with pink accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. The bridegroom’s mother wore an aqua blue print crepe with whit| i accessories and a corsage of pink carnations. A reception was held from 2 tp 4 o’clock in the Knights of Columbut hall with 175 guests attending. Those serving were Mrs. James Riley, Miss Naureen Miller and Mrs. Harriet Rauch. The bride is a graduate of Decatur Catholic high school atid ft employed a£ the Krick-Tyndalj company. Mr. Braun was graduated 1 fr’dtfi Deddttir CatholWhigl school and is engaged in farming. After returning from their honeymoon* the couple will reside at route four, Decatur. y Agler. The meeting opened with scripture read by Ted Hill. Prayer was offered by Cliff Hoverman and the business meeting was conducted by Ted Hill. Th, minutes -Were read and an offering was takeq. At the close of the business meeting refreshments were served by the host and hostess. The next meeting will Ire March 18. GENERAL MEETING IS HELD BY WOMAN’S CLUB The Decatur Woman’s club held a general meeting last evening at the public library. During the business meeting Mrs. R. C. Hersh gave a report from the council of the federation of clubs that was held in Indianapolis recently. The Junior Arts department of Woman’s club presented a very interesting and entertaining program. The girls were under the direction of Mrs. Ray Walther and Mrs. J. L. Kocher. Readings were given, and vocal and piano selections were presented. The Ruralistic study club will meet Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Norbert Gase. t The D. A. V. auxiliary will sponsor a chill supper Saturday from 4:30 to 6:45 o’clock at the halL This supper is open to the public. Circle two of the Methodist church will meet with Mrs. Leonard Sollday Thursday morning at lb o’clock for hn an day meeting. Members are asked to bring a cbv- . ered dish and children are invited for dinner. The Salem Methodist church will join other churches in observance of World Day of Prayer. Services will be held at 1 o’clock Friday afternoon. All are welcome to this service. | .. A.. . Admitted Mrs. Ethel Sheets, Decatur: baby Marie Macias, Decatur; Master Steven Charles Garner, Fort Wayne. Chicago — The average pulling power of a locomotive today is about 25 percent greater than it was 10 years ago.

Society Items for today's publication must be phoned In by 11 a. nv (Saturday #:3O a. m.) Karen Striker Phone *2121 I f TUESDAY Sunny Circle home economics club of Preble township, 7:30 p. m. Evening circle two of First Meth- I odist ehurch, Mrs. Robert Mills, 7:30 p. m. American Legion auxiliary unit 43, social meeting, Legion honfe, 8 p.m. Rebekah lodge, Odd Fellows hall, 7:30 p.m. Eta Tau Sigma, Mrs. Richard Arnold, 8 p.m, . Church Mothers study club, Mrs. James Tutewiler, 8 p.m. Delta Theta Tau, social and bus- i Iness, Elks home, 8 p* m. Three Links club, after Rebekah lodge, at the home. • » Kirkland Ladies club, Adams Central home economics room, 7:30 p. m. Eagles auxiliary. Eagles hall, 8 p. m. „ Jolly Housewives home demonstration club, Pleasant Mills school. 7:30 p. m. Delta Lambda and Xi Alpha Xi chapters of Beta Sigma Phi sorority, Mrs. Fred Corah, 8 p. m. WEDNESDAY Ruth and Naomi circle of Zion E. and R., at the church, 2 p. m. Union township home demonstration club, Mrs. Rolland Gilliom, all day, carry-in dinner at noon. Xi Alpha lota and Epsilon Sigma chapters of Beta Sigma Phi, Elks home, joint meeting, 8 p. m. Women’s association of the Presbyterian church, at the church, 7:45 p. m. Bethany circle of Zion E. and R. church, social room, 8:30 p. m. THURSDAY Order of the Eastern Star, initiation, Masonic hall, 7:30 p. m. St. Ambrose study club, Mrs. Henry Heimann, 7:30 p. m. Dorcas circle of Methodist church, Mrs. Lowell Smith, 2 p. m. Monroe W. C. T. U., Mrs. Russell Mitchell, 1:15 p. m. iGulld of St. Luke's E. and R. church, church, all day. D. A. V. auxiliary, social meeting, 7:30 p. m„ hall. Our Lady of Victory discussion group, Mrs. Nick Braun, 8 p, m. Pleasant Mills Methodist W. S. C. S., Mrs. John Bailey, 1:30 p. m. Emblem club. Elks home, 8 p. m. Ruralistic study club, Mrs, Norbert Gase, 8 p. m. Circle Two of the Methodist Leonard Soliday, 10 a.m„ potluck dinner at noon G. E. choir practice, high school music room, 7 pjn. SATURDAY D. A. V. chili supper, at the hall, 4:30 to 6:45 p.m., open to the public.

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