Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 55, Number 117, Decatur, Adams County, 17 May 1957 — Page 3

FRIDAY, MAY 17, 1957

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Annual Junior-Senior Banquet Held Thursday Night At Decatur Catholic High "Song tor a Summer Night" was the theme around which members of the junior class of the Decatur Catholic high school so artistically decorated the school auditorium for the annual junior-senior banquet, which was held there Thursday evening. The formal event began at 6:30 o'clock last night, with the serving of dinner. Mrs. Joe Laurent was in charge of the meal, and she was assisted by mothers of junior class members.

Seated at the guest table at the far end of the auditorium were Mr. and Mrs. Al Lindahl, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Bauman, the Very Rev. Msgr. Joseph Seimetz, superintendent. and the Rev. Robert Contant. The table was covered in white, with a green stripe extending lengthwise, in peeping with the school’s colors. A large floral spray, consisting of daisies, pink carnations, lavender chrysanthemums, splrea and fern leaves, was placed in the center of the table. Artificial roses were placed at the base of four twisted pink candles, and each place was marked with a green mint cup and a pink program, sketched with silver. A large green garden crystal ball, placed in the very center of auditorium, was surrounded by a small stone fence, around which pink and lavendar hyacinth grew. Individual serving tables were placed along flower covered stone walls on the north and south sides of the auditorium, and were decorated similar to the guest table. Members of the sophomore class who served the dinner included Kathy Kohne, Delores Kohne, Judy Koors, Theresa Laurent, Leonida Mies, Kathy Baker, Tony Lengerich, Glen Wilder,

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Dave Schultz, Steve Sutton, PauF Gross, and Jerry Baker. The girls each wore a pastel pink summer | frock, with a dainty white apron, and white shoes. A typical garden setting was recreated on the aiMitorium stage, with a green and white garden swing, a bird bath, and a* tong cobblesotne path leading beneath a rose covered garden trellis. Rows of pink, maroon and white peonies were used along the walk, and several tulip trees grew throughout the lovely garden. To the immediate left of the stage on the auditorium floor was the pride of the junior class, a lighted shrine to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her statue was in a grotto, and surrounded with several arrangements of spring flowers, and potted ferns among the rocks. The large basket placed at the foot of the shrine was composed of white gladioli, pink carnations, lavendar schrysanthemums, spirea, and other leaves. The program opened with the junior’s version of “Song for a Summer Night,” followed by the president of the junior class, Fred. Lengerich, . presenting a speech entitled “Let Your Song be a Happy Song.” A skit, called “Reminiscences,” was then given by junior class members, followed by "Blueberry Hill.” Senior class president David Heimann gave the response, followed by the seniors and "Soft Summer Breeze." The program concluded with a brief talk by Msgr. Seimetz. The “Keynoters" played for dancing, until midnight. Betty Baker, a member of the junior class, was the chairman of the decoration committee, and class officers Fred Lengerich, Carolyn Heimann, Mary Frances Beckman and. Phil Reed were in general charge of this year’s event. Other members of the 21-mem-bered junior class assisting with "Song for a Summer Night," included Bill Beal, Joseph Brite,

. al — I W- ' It Bi \ iV&i HHHHh ...1 JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS and Betty Baker, chairman of the decorating committee for the annual Decatur Catholic junior-senior banquet and prom, pose around the shrine to the Blessed Virgin Mary, as they were working to put finishing touches on their prom, this year called "Song for a Summer Night.” Pictured, left to right, are Fred Lengerich, president; Phil Reed, treasurer; Mary Frances. Beckman; secretary; Carolyn Heimann, vice-president, and Betty Baker, chairman. Besides the students attending the affair, many of the graduating students’ parents visited the auditorium to view the festivities.—(Staff Photo) « *

Michael Ellenberger, Donald Gase, Dale Hake, David Kable, Joseph Kohne, Kenneth Lichtle, Thomas Meyer. Rose Marie Meytr, Rita Mendez, Ray O’Campo, Ramona Rousseau, Geraldine Schultz, Suzanne Sutton and Rosalie Voglewede. Sister M. Jovita, C.S.A., is the junior class sponsor, and assisted the students in the presentation of this year’s prom. SORORITIES HOLD MOTHERS’ DAY PARTY AT ELKS’ HOME Epsilon Sigma and Xi Alpha lota exemplar chapters of Beta Sigma Phil held their annual Mothers’ day party Wednesday evening at the Elks’ home. Approximately 50 guests and members were present for the buffet dinner. Purple and white dominated the decorating scheme; tables were decorated with wishing wells as centerpieces, and miniature oaken buckets planted with wild violets a? favors. White candles with purple holders lighted the tables. Two large trellises, covered with spirea and lilac, decorated the dining room. Each guest was presented with a small towel painted with an orchid. Mrs. Robert Babcock read several Mothers' day poems at the close of the dinner. Clifford Brewer then presented magical tricks. , Mrs. Basil Gephart, a guest, won the door prize, a cup and saucer planter. The committee in charge were Mrs. Robert Hess, Mrs. Charles O’Shaughnessy, Mrs. Gerald Martin, Mrs. Francis Faurote. Mrs. Tony Faurote, Mrs. Jim Meyer, and Mrs. Clifford Gillman. TOWN AND COUNTRY CLUB MEETS WITH MRS, COLTER The Town and Country Home Demonstration club met recently at the home of Mrs. Robert Colter. Called to order by the vice-presi-dent, Mrs. John Bayles, the meeting began with the members repeating the club creed and collect. Mrs. Lewis Rumschlag and Mrs. William Keller presented a lesson on “preparing foods for freezing," and the "citizenship and safety” lesson was given by Mrs. Leo Teeple. Refreshments were served to the 11 members and three children by the hostess, who .was assisted by Mrs. Gerald Bixler.

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LINCOLN SCHOOL P.T.A. HONORS TEACHERS AT TEA Teachers of the Lincoln school were honored at a tea Thursday afternoon, given by the Lincoln parent-teachers association. Mrs. Roy Friedley, president, presented a coffee maker to Bryce Thomae, principal of Lincoln school, to be used by the teachers at meetings and other social events. A large coffee urn has also been purchased for use at P.T.A. meetings and other larger gatherings. Mrs. Ray Walther, program chairman, introduced Miss Haney’s second grade pupils, who sang several numbers, accompanied by Miss Helen Haubold at the piano. Miss Margaret Kocher read a poem honoring .the teachers. The afternoon kindergarten classes, directed by Mrs. Miriam McDonald and Mrs. Harold Zwick,’ gave several rhythm selections and songs. Following the program, Mrs. Robert Gay conducted installation services for Judge Myles Parrish, newly elected president; Mrs. Doyle Collier, vice-president; Vernon Affolder, treasurer, and Mrs. John Spaulding, secretary. Refreshments were served from a table graced with a white cloth and centered with a bouquet of cut flowers. CARRY-IN SUPPER HELD FOR MOTHERS, DAUGHTERS Approximately ’25 members and guests attended the annual mother and daughter carry-in supper of the Salem Evangelical and Reformed church. Lighted candles, spring flowers, and favors of small decorated cushion chairs decorated the tables.. The table blessing was given by Mrs. H. E. Settlage. To open the program which followed the supper. Mrs. Walter Egley led group singing. The welcome was given by Mrs. Walter Knifetzman and the reponse by Miss Nyla Girod. Mrs. Ella Scherry played several religious numbers on her vibraharp. A recitation, “Carnations," was given by Barbara Conrad. Gifts were presented to the mother coming the longest distance, Mrs. Robert Reppert; the mother with the most living children, Mrs. Christ Borne; and the youngest person present, Miss Valarie Sheets. Convening to the sanctuary, the group sang "Like As a Mother Comforteth. Mrs. Otto Hildebrand, Mrs. Robert Beery, and Miss Dorene Beery sang “Mother," accompanied at the piano by Mrs. H. E. Settlage. The film, “Love Thy Neighbor.” was then shown. The benediction, given by Rev. H. E. Settlage, concluded the program. Program chairman for the supper was Mrs. Otto Helmrich. She was assisted by Mrs. Robert Beery, Mrs. Walter Kruetzman, Mrs. Russell Moser, Mrs. Walter Osterman, Mrs. Charles Sheets, and Mrs. Martin Walchle. A potluck dinner highlighted the recent meeting of the St. Paul Missionary Church, at the home of Mrs. Bernice Roth. Eight members, eight children, and the hostess’ husband were present. The rest of the day was spent in quilting and visiting. The Kirkland Ladies club will hold a mqther and daughter banauet at the Decatur Community Center Tuesday evening at 6:30 o'clock. The WSCS of the Pleasant Mills Methodist Church will meet Thursday at 1:30 at the home of Mrs. Will Edans. The C. L. of C. potluck supper will be held Tuesday evening at the C. L. of C. hall at 6:30 p.m. Meat and rolls are to be provided by the committee. - Trade in a good town — Decatur

Barbara Fiechter On Daily Democrat Staff Miss Barbara Fiechter, a 1957 graduate of Adams Central high school, and valedictorian of her graduating class, has accepted a summer position with the Daily Democrat. Miss Fiechter will assume the responsibilities of the Society desk for the summer. Society editor, Miss Gwen Hilyard, will take over the dpties of reporter Marlene Laurent, who has been granted a three-month leave of absence. Miss Laurent will return the latter part of August, and Miss Fiechter will enter Indiana University, where she will major in journalism. births At the Adams county memorial hospital: Elmer and Claranell Sprunger Smith, of Berne, became the parents of a daughter, born at 3:26 p. m. Thursday weighing six pounds? three ounces. At 9:20 p. m. Thursday, a daughter was born to Erwin and Lorna Blum Bultemeier, of Hoagland. She weighed nine pounds, eight ounces. . / ’ At 2:15 this morning, Arthur and Rebecca Hirschy Werst, of Geneva, became the parents of a boy, weighing six pounds, 15 ounces. A boy, weighing five pounds, 14 ounces, was born to Daniel and Bette Royer Ross, of 427 North Fifth street, at 4:59 a. m. today. HOSPITAL NOTES Admitted Baby Michael Moser, of Berne. Dismissed Mrs. Ida Whitwrjght, Decatur; Mrs. Lase Swygart, Decatur; Mrs. Richard Hakey and baby girl, Decatur.

Society Items tor today’s publication must be phoned in by 11 a. m. (Saturday; 9:30 a.m.) Phone 3-2121 GWEN HTLYARD FRIDAY Women's Association of Presbyterian church, rummage sale at the church, 1 to 5 p.m. Military order of cooties, V.F.W. home, 8 p.m. SATURDAY Women's Association of Presbyterian church, nunmage sale at the church, 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. SUNDAY Singbee at the Greenbrier church, 2 p.m. MONDAY Rosary society mother and daughter party, K. of C. hall, 7:30 p.m. Pythian Sisters degree staff, K. of P. home, 7 p.m. Decatur Welcome Wagon club, Mrs. Richard Schauss, 8 p.m. Reservations for Pythian Sister convention dinner, to be in by noon, call 3-3283. Adams county chorus rehearsal. Monroe Farm Bureau building, 7:30 p.m. V.F.W. auxiliary, V.F.W. home, 8 p.m. TUESDAY Merry Matrons home demonstration club, Mrs. Otto Thieme, 8 p.m. Evening circle two of First Methodist church, Mrs. Nila Neil, 7:30 p.m. ♦ Loyal Daughters of Bethany E. U. B, church, class meeting, Mrs. Earl Fuhrman, 7:30 p.m. Rose Garden and Decatur Garden club. May day breakfast, Boy Scout cabin at Hanna Nuttman, 9 a.m. Report for bird walk at 8 a.m. • > Kirkland Ladies' club mother and daughter banquet, Youth and Community Center, 6:30 p.m. C. L. of C. potluck supper, C. L. ol C. hall, 6:30 p.m. Meat and rolls will be provided by committee. THURSDAY Pleasant Mills Methodist WSCS, Mrs. Will Edans, 1:30 p.m.

12,000 Graduates Al Stale Colleges Indiana And Purdue Lead In Graduates % INMANAPOLIS (UP) — A possible record crop of about 12,000 students will receive degrees during the next month from more than 30 Indiana colleges and universities. Indiana and Purdue, the two coeducational state universities, will send the largest delegations of graduates into’ the worfti to seek their fortunes. Nearly 3,000 degrees will be awarded at each of those schools. Third largest class is at Notre Dame, a Roman Catholic school for men near South Bend, where about 1,225 degrees will be presented. Ball State Teachers College of Muncie, another state school, will give about 1,050 degrees and Indiana State Teachers College at Terre Haute about 800. One Class Has 25 Classes at a couple dozen other institutions of higher learning are smaller, ranging in size from 25 at' St. Francis College of Fort Wayne to 367 at Depauw University at Greencastle. The series of commencements begins at Fort Wayne May 19 when Indiana Technical College presents degrees in engineering to about 225 students, 48 of them from outside the continental limits of the United States. Peter V. Moulder, president of International Harvester Co., who will be the commencement speaker, will receive one of four honorary degrees. The others include George Loesch, director of the Fine Steel Association at Krefeld, Germany, who will fly to Indiana from Europe for the ceremony. The series ends June 17 when Anderson College gives diplomas to 115 ala ceremony highlighted by a commencement address by Dr. Richard C. Raines, Methodist bishop of Indiana. Dates Are Listed The commencement calendar: May 19—Indiana Technical College of Fort Wayne. May 26—St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame. May 29—Grace Theological Seminary and Grace College. May 31—Vincennes University. June 2—Purdue University of

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Lafayette, St. Joseph’s College of Collegeville, St. Prancis College of Fort Wayne, Franklin College, Marian Colege of Indianapolis, Valparaiso University and University of Notre Dame. June 3—Goshen College, Manchester College of North Manchester, Evansville College, Marion College and St. Mary-of-the-Woods of Terre Haute. June 4—Ball State Teachers College of Muncie. ' June 6—Tri-State College of Angola, Oakland City College, Fort Wayne Bible College. June B—Rose Polytechnic Institute of Terre Haute, Taylor University of Upland. June 9 —DePauw University of Greencastle, Wabash College of Crawfordsville, Earlham College of Richmond, Indiana State Teachers College of Terre Haute, and Indiana Central College of Indianapolis. June Id—Butler University of Indianapolis, Indiana University of Bloomington, Hanover College and Huntington College. June 17—Anderson College. LOCALS Mr. and Mrs. Philip Terveer arrived early today from Washington, D. C., where they are now making their home. They will spend the week-end visiting with

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Mrs. Bernard Terveer, and Saturday will attend the marriage of Miss Carolyn Terveer to Ivan M. Hakes. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Drew, of Muncie, will spend the week-end visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Drew. Drew is a senior at Ball State Teachers college, where he is majoring in industrial arts. •Dick Boch, of the county surveyor’s office, Has returned to his work after several days, absence due to ill health.

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