Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 56, Number 27, Decatur, Adams County, 1 February 1958 — Page 3

SATURDAY. FEBRUARY 1. 1958

«X &ix. ..i.« f ’ W*w?!Sml^"'' ■ '•>■* ■ ■ ;3!IWliWt ’ii’W'K **.#•*. ’»jjte *•* |T JffiHKj£gl| 's v '>n' '- ' ir wl - ■ InBSnSIB \ THE ENGAGEMENT and approaching marriage of Miss Lee Potteiger was announced recently by her' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward G. Potteiger of Harrisburg. Pa. Her fiance, Hovt E. Elrod, Jr. is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hhyt E. Elrod of Orrick, Mo. Planning the wedding set fbr July 26. Miss Potteiger, a graduate of John Harris high school and the Harrisburg Polyclinic hospital’s School of Nursing. Harrisburg. Pa., is now employed by the Adams county memorial hospital. Elrod, an electrical engineer at the General Electric in Fort Wayne, was graduated from Orrick high school, Orrick. Mo., and Findlay Engineering College Kansas City, Mo.—Photo by Briede.

Church Contributes To March Os Dimes The Apostolic Christian church, located on the county line between French township and Wells county, has given $127.93 to the Adams county March of Dimes, and $255.86 to the Wells county March of Dimes, the largest single gift received by that group. Five-Year-Old Girl Is Killed By Auto MILLTOWN — W -r- Five-year-old Joan Tower was killed Friday when she ran int Ind. 64 I in front of her home here enroute to a filling station which her father operates service and the er operates across the highway. She was struck; by a car driven by George Milks, 67, DePauw. $250,000 Fire Loss At Marion Friday MARION IP — Damage in a fire which swept through a warehouse of the Paranite Wire & ■ Cable Corp. Wednesday was estimated at $250,000 Friday by plant manager F A. Whitacre after a talk with insurance adjusters.

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Plan Benefit Show For Youth Center Teen Council Will Sponsor Show Here i The teen council of the Decatur Youth ahtLUommunity Center will sponsor a "benefit show at the Adams theater next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, Feb. 4-6. All proceeds will go into the Community Center fund. Tickets may be obtained at Decatur high school, Decatur Catholic high school or from arfy ! member of the teen council. Ad- ; mission price will be 50 cents per person-. A technicolor movie, "Slim Carter;* starring little Tim Hovey, Jock Mahoney, and Julia Adams will be shown at regular feature times these three .nights The move is a family picture and a comedy and everyone is invited to attend. The teen council has been active in many of the fund raising campaigns conducted in Decatur by charitable and health organizations. During the month of January, they sold balloons and potato chips on the’ city streets to raise money for the March of Dimes campaign. • Household Scrapbook BY ROBERTA LEE ) . ... c The Basement Aluminum paint on the. basement walls and fixtures is very attractive. It can be used on the concrete, metal fixtures, and wood. Os course, any surface that is porous should first be primed, and wallboard should always be sized before painting. The Laundry Tubs The lint that collects in the outlets of the laundry tubs can be removed by probing with an old crochet hook or a long-handled, button-hook. Cutting Velvet When using a pattern to cut velvet, pin the pattern on the wrong side of the goods and see how much easier it is to cut." If you nave som.'" <.o sell oj rooms lor rent, ny <r Democra’ Want Ad— they bring results.

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MRS. ANDREWS HONORED AT A BRIDAL SHOWER SUNDAY Mrs. Jack Andrews of Marion, Ohio, was the guest of honor at a bridal shower given at the home of Mrs. Ethel Andrews Sunday afternoon. Carrying out a pink and white color theme, the gifts were displayed under a large pink and white umbrella which was suspended from the ceiling. A corsage of pink carnations was given to the bride upon her arrival. Prior to the opening of the gifts, a variety of contests and abunco.game were played. A light lunch was served later in the evening. Present at the shower were the Mesdames Otis Strickler, Robert Egly, Dick Shoaf, Herbert Fravel, Virgil Andrews, Glen Johnson; and Miss Vickie Shoaf. Out of town guests were the Mesdames Guy Jewell, Rockford, Ohio; Otto Agler Glenmore, Ohio; Leolla Bowen, Irene Hoverman, Gene Lough, Dean McMillen, Willshire, Ohio; Murvel Andrews, Fort Wayne; Alvin Andrews, Marion, Ohio;and the Misses Bonnie Andrews, Deanne Andrews, Marion, Ohio; and Rarlene Andrews, Fort Wayne. Unable to attend were; Mrs. George Andrews, Mrs. Kenneth Etrickler, .Decatur; Mrs. John Funk, Mrs. Harold Strickler, Mrs. Lester Strickler, Willshire; Mrs. Carroll Sovine, New Haven; and Mrs. Robert Swaim, Fort Wayne. SILENT AUCTION PLANNED FOR FEBRUARY MEETING The Willing Workers class of the Bobo United Brethren church met recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Winteregg. After a short business session, conducted by the vice president, the class voted to have a silent auction for the February meeting which will be held at the home of J3ertha Bowen, Mrs. Winteregg, assisted by Miss May Tope, served refreshments to the group. « W.C.T.U. MEETS. WITH MRS. HOMER WINTEREGG Devotions and prayer were given by Mrs. Homer Winteregg at the Women s Christian Temperance Union meeting which was held at the Winteregg home. Following devotions. Mrs. John Gage read the secretary and treasurer's reports, after which Mrs. Orval Lenhart read a selection from the niessage written by Mrs. Paul Holiday of North Manchester. Sick cards were sent out by the group, and plans were made to send boxes of materials to Japan. Joining hands in a friendship circle the group sang "Bless the Ties that Bind." followed by the dismissal of the meeting.

THIRTY MEMBERS ATTEND DEMONSTRATION CLUB Thirty members of the Jolly Housewives Home Demonstration club met Wednesday afternoon at the Pleasant Mills school. After the members repeated the collect which—opened 4he —meeting, the club president. Mrs. Carl Frey, read the song of the month “Let There Be Peace on Earth.” followed by its history given by Mrs. Lucille Miller. Continuing the meeting, Mrs. Addie Hahnert read the 23rd Psalm for devotions and the poem ’Pathways too .Late,” was head by Mrs. Harry Martz. Devotions were closed by the group repeating the Lord’s Prayer. Roll call was a combination of first. their ideas on ‘ ‘How we can make our community a belter one," second, the name of each member’s last year's cheer sister, and third, the members told what they received at Christmas. A report on a - council meeting 'held recently,was presented byi Mrs. John Danision. Mrs.' Ralph Hackney then began the lessens. Her topic “Guideposts to Wise Discipline” was followed by the health and safety lesson, "Why Homes Burn," given by Mrs. Darrel) Clothe. The citizenship lesson, in turn, was presented by Mrs. Agnes Backhous; her topic, “'Wie Constitution of Indiana." Plans were made for bake sales near Valentine Day and during the Easter season. It was brought to the group's attention that a first aid class will start January S, at the fire station in Decatur and will continue every Wednesday afternoon until March 5. Women interested in enrolling for the classes are asked to call the extension offices. —- —' New members welcomed into the club were Mrs. Bertha Bowen, Mrs. Robert Brown, Mrs. •. Benoit Johnson, and Mrs. Charles Morrison. The meeting was drawn to a close and refreshments were served by the hostesses, Mrs. Hary Martz, Mrs. Sam Catterel. Mrs. Leland Ray and Mrs. Hahnert. Members of the Monroe Methodist Women’s Society of Christian Service will meet Thursday, evening in the church annex at 7:25 o’clock. Mrs. Cyril Heimann will act as hostess to the Queen of Peace discussion group at 7:30 o’clock, 'i . —

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society items im iua«y » publication must be phoned in by 11 a. in. (Saturday 9:30 a.m.) Phone 3-2121 Miss Pat Zehr MONDAY _ Music department of Woman’s club, Mrs. Helen Haubold, regular time. Dramatic department of Woman’s club, Mrs. Ferris Bower, regular time. t Literature department of Woman’s club, Mrs. Myrtle Filson, regular time. Art department of the Woman’s club, Mrs. Lloyd Cowens, regular time. Junior Women of the Woman’s club, Mrs. Fred Meier, regular time. _ Junior Auxiliary of the American Legion, Legion hoiine t 4-6:30 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima study club, Mrs. Robert Boch. 8 p.m. Ladies Firemen Auxiliary, Mrs. Joe Mcßride, 8 p.m. Art Department of the Woman’s, club, Mrs. L. A. Cowens, 7:30 p.m. D.A.V. Junior Auxiliary D.A.V. hall, 7 p.m. Civil Department of Woman’s club, Mrs. Adolph Kolter, regular time. TUESDAY Sacred Heart study club, Mrs. Dick Schell, 8 p.m. Associated churches council, Zion Evangelical and Reformed church, 7 p.m. Dutiful Daughters class of the Bethany E.U.B. church, Mrs. Fred Chronister, 7:30 p.m. Gals and Pals Economic club, Pleasant Mills school, 7:30 p.m. Eagles Auxiliary hall, 8 p.m. Happy Homemakers club, Mrs. Gerald Cook, 7:30 p.m. Eta Tau Sigma, Mrs. Lawrence Rash. 8 p.m. The C. L. of C„ C. L. of C. hall. 6:30 p.m., potluck supper and business meeting. WEDNESDAY Sancta Maria discussion club, Mrs. Jess Altman, 8 p.m. Shakespeare club, Mrs. D. D. Erwin, 2:30 p.m. Historical club, Mrs. Robert Garard, 2:30 p.m. THURSDAY Queen of Peace discussion group, Mrs. Cyril Heimann, 7:30 p. m. Town and Country Dem. club. Mrs. Lewis Rumschlag, 1 p. m. Monroe W.. r S. C. S., church annex, 7:25 p. m. The Bethany E.U.8., W.S.W.S.. Mrs. Clarence Smith, 2 p.m. ' Wesley Sunday school class of the First Methodist church, Mrs. Bill Lister, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday evening. Thursday, the Town and Country Demonstration club will- meet with Mrs. Lewis Rumschlag at 1:00 o’clock p. m. 24-Hour Prayer Vigil Starts This Evening The First Christian church will conduct a 24-hour prayer vigil beginning at 6 o’clock this evening and continuing through 6 o'clock Sunday evening. The church has been designated as one of 95 Christian churches to participate in this brotherhood wide chain of prayer; It is a period of spiritual preparation leading to the Easter season. The program to be followed during this continuous service has been divided into several sections’. T*<e ladies Sunday school class and the elders and deatfbns of the church will be in charge of these sessions for the first six hours. < Individual families have been chosen to’ conduct these services from midnight until 9 a.m. Sunday. The junior choir will have charge of the 9-9:30 o'clock period with' the regular worship service and the Sunday school service until the noon hour. From then until 5 p.m. the children classes of the Sunday school as well as the church families will conduct cervices. TJie period from 5-6 o’clock has been designated as a vespe.« hour of worship. The public is invited to attend any service. Trade in a good town — Decatur

NOTICE My Office Will Be Closed Mon. — Tues. — Wed. Feb. 3-4-5 While Attending The Mid-Winter Meeting of the Chicago Dental Society. J. E. MORRIS D.D.S.

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Ollrlt Frank Sinatra and Kim Novak, pictured above, together with Rita Hayworth star in the lavish musical comedy, “Pal Joey" now playing at -the Adams theater through Monday. Filmed in Technicolor, with music by the famous team. Rodgers and Hart,_ “Pal Joey” is one of the season’s top box-office attractions. Wisecracks and funny situations, plus songs and dances, combine to bring two solid hours of top-rate entertainment. > -- On Tuesday, Wednesday 'and Thursday Jito Adams presents another Technicolor comedy, “Slim Carter,” starring the captivating youngster Tim amd Jock 3a honey and Julie Adams. The cture tells the uproarious story of a cute orphan boy who “wins" a movie cowboy star in a contest. “Slim’ Carter” has been selected as a benefit movie by the Teen Council, proceeds going to help support the Youth Center. Alma College students from Alma, Mich., spending the weekend with the Rev. and Mrs., H. J. Bond include their daughter. Miss Barbara, Miss Fran Erickson of Flint, Mich,, Miss Janette McKenna and Miss Geri Sechrist of Chicago, 11l , and Miss Nancy Erber Os Boye City, Mich. It was incorrectly stated in Friday’s paper that Mrs. Orland Miller had undergone surgery.' It should have stated Orland Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Henry C. Biebe* rich, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Bienz and Miss Dianna Bienz motorted to Indianapolis Friday to visit Louis Selking. a patient at the Robert Long hospital. Selking’s condition is said to be satisfactory. Dr H. E. Dester, of Berne, who recenty retired as a missionary for the Mennonite church in India after 30 years service, will take charge of medical work at the Putnamville state farm. Homer Winteregg, Verl Lautzenheiser and the Rev. Willis Gierhart are in charge of arrangements for the annual father and -son banquet to be held at the Monroe Methodist church 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. The Walter Lehman family has purchased the Laura Kerr farm southeast of Berne, and Joe Lehman and his family will move on the farm in the near future. Wayne Amstutz, of Berne, was arrested at 10 p.m. Wednesday in Berne for reckless driving, and is Jo- appear in Berne justice of the peace court.

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Miss Lois Suman On College Honor Roll Miss Lois Suman. daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Wilbur Suman of Route 3, Decatur, has been placed on the first semester honor roll at Olivet! Nazarene College, Kankakee, 111. | it was announced today by Dr., Willis E. Snowbarger, dean of the ■ college. The honor roll is made up of stud-; ents with an average of B or above, : Lois is a junior at Olivet Nazarenel College, where she is enrolled in; sociology. Girl Scouts Girl Scout trqop 5 met Wednesday afternoon after school. We 1 then visited a beauty shop. Num-y bers were drawn for a manicure and a shampoo a,nd set. We received many tips on good groom- , ing. We feel sure everyone , learned Scribe: Margaret Azbell. coum News Estate Cases • In the estate of Jeanette Nevil, ■ j the final report was submitted. : j examined and approved. The administrator was ordered releas- ’ ed and discharged. One-half of i the estate, amounting to $L445, p was given to Mabie Ralston, . i guardian of Patrick V. Taylor, j and the other half to Boyd L , j Nevil. 1 In the estate of Grace- M. Hun- ’. sicker, the executors filed ape- , tition to sell the real estate. The • order authorizing the sale of the real estate was filed. Real estate 1 included lot No. 27 in the plat of j 1 Island Park”'on Hamilton Lake. I J-valued at $6,500. In the estate of Anna Schamer-i | loh, the inheritance tax ■ apprais-| j er’s report was filed with notice | • ordered issued, returnable Feb.! 21. Personal estate totaled $16,-i 832.75. Deductions amounted to $5,378. leaving a net value of i $11,454.75. . The inheritance tax appraiser's: report was filed in the estate of ; Noah Habegger, with notice "ord-| [ ered issued, returnable Feb. 2-1. i yrThe —personal- estate -was —valued S [ at. $7,117, Real estate includes [ , the east one-half of inlot No. 372 in the 43rd addition to the city of . "Berne, valued at $7,200. Deductions amounted ,to $1,244.95, leay- . ing a net estat eof $13,072.05. ' •In the estate of Bertha Cook,- ■ the inventory No. 1 was filed: ex-! amined and approved. The schedule to determine the inheritance tax was filed with reference to the county assessor. Real estate - was appraised at $5,000. Savings 1 and checking accounts and bonds : totaled $2,273.69. Chattpl proper- ' ty was valued at $339.16. Deductions amounted to $2,250.99, leaving" a net appraised estate of< $5.361 86. • In the estate of Oswin Lehman, • the inventory No. 1 was filed by ■ the clerk of the Adams circuit court. Household goods were valued at $lO. Bonds totaled $55.80. Money in bank accountsl ' amounted to- $2,529.64. All other: i property was valued at S6O. bringing the total appraised value of the estate to $2,685.44

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BIRTHS | Robert and Bertha Landis Drew,, Zeeland, Mich., are the parents of a seven pound s6n. The infant, who was given the name Keith Thurman, was born at 2:15 Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Drew of Decatur are the maternal grandparents. 0H Vote Admitted Miss Ann Baker. Decatur. Dismissed Miss Eileen Eichhorn, Decatur; Mrs. Joe Booth and daughter. West Lafayette; Mrs. Franklin Hobrock and daughter, Decatur; Mervin Stahl, Decatur: Miss Eileen Hanni, Decatur; Virgil Morningstar. Berne.

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