Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 54, Number 241, Decatur, Adams County, 12 October 1956 — Page 3

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DELTA THETA TAU INITIATES NEW MEMBERS Four new members were InitL ated into the Delta Theta Tag sonority, in impressive services conducted at the Youth and Cotnmunir ty center Wednesday evenihg. The initiates receiving the rituals of the sorority were Mrs. Kenneth Deßolt, Mrs. Richard Kershner, Mrs. Wilmer Hultemeier, and Mrs. Robert Krueckeberg. Gold book marks, with the DeltaTheta Tau crest oh them, were the gifts presented the new members. Mrs. Fred Coughlin of Portland was guest of honor at a dinner which followed the Initiation ceremony. The tables were decorated in keeping with the autumn theme, with cornucopias, candles, Indian corn, and bittersweet sprays used throughout. Individual favors were straw flower corsages, and Mrs. Coughlin ■ was presented with a corsage of white carnations. , The door prizes were 'awarded to Mrs. Robert Colter and Miss

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Rosemary Spangler. Fbßowlng a short business meeting, inspection of the chapter was con<r»rted by Mrs. Coughlin, who is national treasurer of the Delta Theta Tau sorority. Mrs. Ray Miller of Portland, and Mrs. Arthur K. Voglewede of the Delta Theta Tau alumaae aesocUu tion were also guests at the initiation and dinner which followed. The initiation committee included Mrs. Lyle Mallonee, Mrs. Cliff Brewer, Mrs. Frank Lybarger, Mrs. Carl Lose and Miss Catherine Weldler. The next scheduled event for the sorority is the business and founder’s day meeting, to be held at the home of Mre Joe Krick, Tuesday evening at 9 o’clock. Delta Theta Tau. a philanthropic, sorority founded in 1903 at Muncie, has 199 active chapters and 92 aluinnae associations throughout the United States. The local chapter is well known in this area for.its annual Christmas time project, known as the Good Fellows Club. These women plan for this event the entire year of the club season, in order that needy families will be well supplied with badly needed food, clothing, and bedding, and sometimes an extra dollar or two to “tide them over." The sorority also participates in numerous other philanthropic projects. all in some way helping those less fortunate than themselves. Many of the local members are planning to attend the national convention of the sorority, which

will be held at. Long Reach, Calif, July 10, 11. 12, and 13. Mrs. J. M. Edwards of Indianapolis is the national president of Delta Theta Tau. Seven other national offices are held by Indiana sorority member?. BETA SIGMA PHI GROUP MEETS AT ELKS HOME Epsilon Sigma chapter of Beta Sigma Phi held their regular meeting at the Elks home recently. The repeating of the opening ritual opened the meeting, after which the business meeting was conducted by the president, Mrs. Don Harmon? ~~\ Mrs. Carl Johnson and Mrs. Leo Seltenright had charge of the cultural program for the evening. Mrs. Johnson presented an interesting talk on "Her Crowning Glory," and Mrs. Seltenright’s topic was "Jewelry.” The meeting was adjourned following the repeating of the closing ritual. The members then joined with the Xi Alpha lota exemplar chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, in a social hour, with Mrs. Bill Schulte and Mrs. Andy Appelman as hostesses. LADIES SHAKESPEARE CLUB MEETS FOR OPENING TEA The Ladies Shakespeare club held its opening meeting of the new club year, in the forijfc of a tea at the home of Mrs. Arthur Suttles Thursday afternoon. Mrs. D. B. Erwin gave an interesting review of "Family Party” by John O’Hara. This being the club’s 75th anniversary, Mrs. John Tyndall gave an account of the organization and early days of the club, complete w'ith old pictures and programs. At' the close of the business session, the members were invited to the dining room w’here tea was served by Mrs. Tyndall, from a beautifully appointed table. • The committee in charge of the meeting included Mrs. L. C. Pettibone. Mrs. Earl Adams, Mrs. Harry Moltz. Mrs. John Tyndall, and Miss Bertha Heller. MRS. M. DON MILLER SPEAKS AT B.P.W. MEETING Mrs. M. Don Miller of Decatur, a native of England, was the featured speaker at a dinner meeting of the Decatur Business and Professional Women’s club Wednesday evening at the American Legion home. Mrs. Miller described the differences between the American and English way of living. The program for the evening was planned by the international relations committee, which includes Mrs., Nelson Doty, Mrs. Hubert Feasel and My>s Mary Catherine Spangler. , • Billing IW 'tntslness seswn" which preceded the program, new members bl the club were appointed to monthly committeeeu The appointments include Mrs. Harry I James a-nd Mrs. A- A. Ldylten; to national security; Mrs. Jack Rosenberger to legislation; Mrs. Bernon Webster to health and safety. Mrs. J. R. Welch to public affairs. Mrs. (Russell Owens to career advancement.. Barbara Guard to membership and Miss Imogene Beihold to membership. Appointment was also made of Mrs. Chester Mcjntosh as social service chairman for the club. Miss Joan Wemhoff, membership chairman, and Miss Marlene Laurent, club president, reported on.tho state B.P.W. council meeting held recently in Indianapolis. MRS. JAMES NUSSBAUM |S HOSTESS TO CLUB MEETING Mrs. James Nussbaum recently entertained the members of the. Monroe Better Homes demonstration club. Twenty-seven masked members answered roll call with a "rainy day pastime.” Mrs. George Cramer was presented with a prize for being the prettiest masked member, and the “ugliest masked” prize went to Mrs. Lilly Rich. Receiving the last one to be' identified, was Mrs. Darold BBrne. Following' the singing of the ,song of the,month, devotions were

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prize for being the last one to be Identified, was Mrs. Darold Borne, given by Mrs. Nussbaum. She used two poems, “Dishes and Dreams” and “The Laws of Life.” and closed the devotional period with prayer. Mrs. Ervin Stuckey presented the lesson on "Carpet Story — Eye Appeal,” after which the safety lesson on civil defense was .given by Mrs. Harold Rich. The president of the club for the coming year is Mrs. Harry Crownover. Other officers elected were vice-president, Mrs. Orval Lenhart; secretary, Mrs Jess Suinmersett; treasurer,, Mrs. Lee Parrish; leaders. Mrs. Richard Everett and Mrs. Claude Laisure; alternate leaders, Mrs. Clifford Essex and Mrs. Otto Longenberger. / Closing prayer was offered by Mrs. From a Floyd. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Nussbaum. Mrs. Lilliam Stucky, and Mrs. Martin Hoffman. MASQUERADE PARTY HELD BY DEMONSTRATION CLUB The Profit and Pleasure home demonstration club recently held a Halloween masquerade party at the home of Mrs. Melvin Mcßarnes. The meeting was called to order by the president. Mrs. Ralph Bluhm, with the club creed repeated by all. The history of the song of the month was given by Mrs. John Arnold, and devotions were presented by Mrs. Mcßarnes. A special feature. “Hubby Takes a Trip," was humorously given by Mrs. Clarence Dick. Roll call was answered with a “rainy day pastime.” Guests attending the meeting were Mrs. Max Kreps and Mrs. William Werling. "Carpet Story-Eye Appeal." was the lesson presented by the leaders, Mrs Charles Schnepp and Mrs. Mcßarnes. Election of officers for the coming year was conducted, with Mrs. William Kohne elected as president. Vice-president is Mrs. Roman Brite, secretary is Mrs. Ralph Bluhm, treasurer is Mrs. Wilbur Lengerich, publicity chairman is Mrs. Harvey Smith, leaders are Mrs. Altaon Corson and Mrs. Melvin Mcßarnes, alternate 'leaders are Mrs. John Heiman and Mrs. Kenneth Sanders, and health and safety leader is Mrs. Leonard Schwaller. The door prizes was won by Mrs. Alton Corson. MARTHA CIRCLE MEETS AT HOME OF MRS. FILSON Mrs. Myrtel Filson was hostess to the Martha circle of the First Presbyterian church Thursday afternoon. Mrs. L. C. Pettibone, chairman, 4 opened the meeting with prayer. Following roll call, Which was Answered by 14 members, Mns. Dale Moses, gave the devotional for the [afternoon. • The' recent Presbyterian meeting i in Fort Wayne, which was attended by seven members of the local church, was 1 reported on by Mrs. M. A.' Frisinger. World Community Day of Prayer will be observed at the Presbyterian church November 2, at 7:30 p-.m. "The American Indian in Transition” was the program presented by Mrs. Lowell Harper. ’ The hostess, who was assisted by Mrs. Harper and Miss Madge Hite, served delicious refreshments to the members and two guests present., ' , • - • MISS FRANCES DUGAN IS HOSTESS TO MARY CIRCLE The Mary circle of the First Presbyterian church met' at the Dugan home Thursday afternoon. Assisting Miss Frances Dugan as hostess, were Mrs. C. A. Dugan and Mrs. John Magley. Mrs. William Affolder, chairman, conducted the business meet-

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ing. Mrs. Lewis Smith was devotional leader, and the program was presented by Mrs. Charles Teeple. Her topic was \he Navajo Indians, and she used beautiful illustrative material to exhibit hCr subject. . ’ Lovely refreshments were serv-ed-by the hostesses, from a table decorated with arrangements of fall flowers, Mrs. John DeVoss will be hostess to the next circle meeting. " METHODIST CHURCH CHAPEL SCENE OF WSCS MEETING The Methodist W.S.C.S. met in the church chapel recently for a regular meeting. Devotions were led by Mrs. Orville Baughman, and Mrs. Ijowell Smith presented the lesson on "Volcanoes in Southeast Asia.” A business meeting followed the program, after which a lunch was served. Hostesses were Mrs. Watson Maddox. Mrs. L. E. Archbold. Mrs. Tim Sprague, Mrs. Delton Passwater. Mrs. Maud Hower, Mrs. Fred Hancher, Mrs. A. D. Suttles, and Mrs. Ernest Uhrick. . ife * " The Adams Central P.T.A. will hold its monthly meeting Monday evening at 7:30 o’clock at the Adams Central gym. A demonstration on “Audio Visual Opportunities in Education” will be given by the teachers. Refreshments will be served at the close of the meeting. The Do Your Best class of the Trinity Evangelical United Brethren church will meet at the church Thursday evening at 7:30, for their • regular monthly meeting. All Intermediate Girl Scout leaders are asked to meet at the home of Harper Tuesday afternoon from 1 until 3 o’clock. Brownie Girl Scout leaders will have a meeting at the Decatur Youth and Community Center Wednesday afternoon from 1 until 3 o’clock. Mrs. Helen Howell will tess to the evening circle II of the Methodist church, Tuesday evening at 7:30 o’clock. The Decatur Home Demonstration Club will meet Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the home of Mrs. Grover Levy. The Great Books discussion group will meet next Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at the public library. Chi Rho Sunday school class of the Zion E. and R. church will hqye a class party and scavenger huut Saturday evening at the Boy Scout cabin at Hanna-Nuttman park. Members are asked to meet there at 8 pi. m. < The V. F. W. Indies auxiliary will have a business meeting Monday evening at 8 o’clock at the V.F.W. home. All officers, color bearers and trustees are asked to be present and on time, as the fourth district president will be the guest for the purpose of inspection of the auxiliary. Mrs. Nannie Passwater was hostess recently to the Historical club. Mrs. Hersel Nash read an interesting paper on "Our Vanishing Landscapes,” The hostess served refreshments to the 16 members attending the meting. The Loyal Daughters class of the Evangelical United Brethren church will me4t Tuesday evening at 7:30 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Ora Newhard, for their regular monthly meeting. Mrs. Robert Garard< will be assisting hostess. The regular meeting of the

Adams county chorus which is scheduled for Monday evening, has been postponed until Monday. October 22nd. Society Item* for today’* publication must be phoned in by 11 a.m. (Saturday 9:30 a.m.) Phone 3-2121 Gwen Hiiyard FRIDAY Builders class of Trinity church, church basement, 7:Bft p.tn. Work -and Win class meeting, Ed Hower, 716 Marshall street, 7:30 p.m. W.S.C.S. of Mt. Tabor church, postponed until next Friday. W.S.W.S. of Calvary E.U.B. church, in the church basement, 8 p.m. Harvesters and Y.P.M.B. of Mt. Zion U.B. church, Roman Sprunger, 6:30 p.m. Valparaiso Guild rummage sale, 150 South Second street, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. SATURDAY Chi Rho Sunday school class party and scavenger hunt. Boy Scout cabin at Hanna Nuttman, 8 p. m. Valpariso Guild rummage sale, 150 South Second street, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. a MONDAY Girl Scout troop 14, sth grade room at Northwest school, 3:15 p.m. v - Rosary society, K. of C. hall,

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7:30 p.m. Adams county demonstration chorus, postponed to Oct. 22. V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary inspection, V.F.W. home, promptly at 8 p. m. Adams Central P.TA., Adams Central Gym. 7:30 p.m.., < TUESDAY Intermediate Girl Scout leaders, Mrs. Lowell Harper, 1 to 3 p.m. Eta Tau Sigma, Mrs. Richard Arnold, 8 p.m. Merry Martons home demonstration club Halloween party, Mrs. Otto Boerger, 7:30, p.m. Loyal Daughters class of E.U.B. church, Mrs. Ora Newhard, 7:30 o'clock. Decatur Weight Watchers club, 1203 West Monroe street. 6:30 p.m. Decatur Garden club, Mrs. Hersei Nash, 2 p.m. Evening Circle II of Methodist church, Mrs. Helen Howell, 7:30 p. m. WEDNESDAY Brownie Girl Scout leaders. Youth and Community, 1 to 3 p in. Decatur Home Demonstration club, Mrs. Grover Levy, 2 p.m.

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