Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 57, Number 10, Decatur, Adams County, 13 January 1959 — Page 3

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 1959

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LEGION AUXILIARY MEMBERS MEET RECENTLY AT HOME Members of the American Legion met at the Legion home recently for a business meeting. Mrs., Joe Hunter tfas in charge of the meeting and heard deports of the different chairmen. Six new volunteers were named for the Red Cross blood mobile unit. An annuonucement was made that the district meeting will be held Wednesday at Fort Wayne post 47. January 23, is the date. The next meeting will be held and will be a social meeting. The members, singing “America,” closed the evening meeting. EIGHTEEN ATTEND PAST PRESIDENTS MEETING Eighteen members were present for the meeting of the Past Presidents.,, Parley of the American Legion Auxiliary which was held recently at the Legion home. Mrs. Wilson Beltz was hostess for the meeting and Mrs. Ed Bauer was in charge of the business session. A letter was read that had been received from the nurse which the organization has adopted. During the evening, pinochle was played and Mrs. Harold Tiernan, Mrs. T. C. Smith and Mrs. Claude Flaugh were declared winners. Refreshments were served after the social part of the evening. Mrs. Lawrence Rash will serve as hostess for the next meeting. OFFICERS ARE INSTALLED AT TEMPLE MEETING An installation of officers for the year of 1959 was held at the Moose home Monday at 7:30 o’clock for members of the Eureka Temple number 39 of the Pythian Sisters. Mrs. William Barber was installing officer and she was assisted by Mrs. Ed Ahr, as grand manager and Mrs. Lloyd Ahr, as grand service. During the installation ceremonies, Mrs. David Owens presided at the piano. New past chief is Mrs. Fred Striker and most excellent chief is Mrs. Adam Kunowich. Other offices and those holding them are most excellent sepior, Mrs. Hersel Nash; excellent junior, Mrs. Cletus Schnepp; manager, Mrs. Asa Pollock; protector, Mrs. Lawrence Roop; guard, Mrs. Cecil Gause; treasurer, Mrs. Martin Weiland; secretary, Mrs. Otto Beehler; captain of degree staff, Mrs. Ed Ahr; press correspondent, Mrs. Frank Christ; pianist, Mrs. Lloyd AhrtrtTstees, Mrs: Frank Christ,’ Mrs. Ed Warren, and Mrs. William Barber. Delegates to the grand temple and the district convention, wjll be Mrs. Lloyd Ahr and Mrs. Hersel Nash, respectively. Mrs. Ed Ahr will be the alternate to the grand temple. The” members of. the Needle club met following the Temple meeting. Mrs. Ed Ahr presided over the meeting, for which 30 members answered roll call. Games were played and prizes awarded to the winners, after which luncheon was served by the hostesses, Mrs. Lawrence Roop, Mrs. Lloyd Ahr, and Mrs. Robert Garard. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Zimmerman have returned after an extensive tour through the west. They visited the Grand Canyon and were able to see the Rose parade and the Rose Bowl game. They also visited in San Francisco and Spokane, Wash., where they visited with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Zimmerman and family. Mr. and Mrs. Alan Baker and son, formerly of Decatur, are now living in Anderson, where he is employed by the Eavey company. Mrs. Baker is the former Barbara Heller, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Heller.

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CIVIC DEPARTMENT MEETS AT AMOS KETCHUM‘HOME The Civic Department members of the Decatur Woman’s club met Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Amos Ketchum. After the club collect had been repeated, Mrs. Francis Ellsworth, chairman, presided over the business meeting. It was announced that Ernest L. Meyers of Muncie, will be the guest speaker at the February general meeting of the Woman's club. He will use as his topic “Lincoln, his wife and sons.” During the program which followed, Ray Lehman outlined the requirements and duties of his position as city health inspector as set up by the Indiana state board of health. Following his talk, a round tale discussion was held. During the social hour, refreshments were served to 33 members by Mrs. Ketchum, Mrs. Albert Bery, Mrs. Everett Hutker, and Mrs. John Bauman. Members of the Xi Alpha lota sorority and Epsilon Sigma Chapter, both of Beta Sigma Phi, will meet at the Elks home Wednesday at 8 o'clock. At the Adams county memorial hospital: Norvin and Ileen Lampe Bultemeier of route 1, are parents of a nine pound, three ounce boy born’at 11:53 p. m. Monday. An eight pound, 13 ounce girl was born at 1:10 a. m. today to Simon C. and Eliabeth Schwartz Troyer of Berne. I AJosmtal 1 Qn /ZoAi Admitted Master Kevin Geyer, Decatur. Dismissed Mrs. Emma Simmerman, Decatur; Master Rolland Fuelling, Decatur; Mrs. Earl Yoder and baby boy, Berne; Mrs. Ivan Taibolt, Decatur; Mrs. Frank Baumer, Celina, Ohio; Frank Strickler, Decatur. Calendar Items tor today's pub cation must be phoned in by U HL (Saturday 9:30) Phone 3-2121 Marilou Roop TUESDAY Profit and Pleasure home demonstration club, Mrs. Oscar Miller, 7:30 p.m. — Welcome Wagon, Youth Center, 8 p.m. Associate Chapter of Tri Kappa, Mrs. Forest Murray, 7:30 p.m. Olive Rebekah lodge, 1.0.0. F. hall 7:30 p.m. Valparasio Guild banquet, Trinity school, 6:30 p.m. Dorcas class of, Bethany E.U.B. church, Mrs. Lavanga Kistler, 7:30 p.m. Trinity E.U.B. W.S.W.S., church 7:30 p.m. Gals and Pals Home Demonstration club, Pleasant Mills school, 7 p.m. Eagles Auxilary, Eagles hall, 8 p.m. Monroe Better Homes Demonstration club, Mrs. Ervin Stucky, 7:30 p. m. Bethany EUB Dutiful Daughters, Mrs. Van McConnell, 7:30 p. m. St. Dominic study club, Mrs Harmon Gillig, 7:30 p. m. Delta Theta Tau Sorority, Mrs. Frank Lybarger, 8 p. m. WEDNESDAY Our Lady of Lourdes Discussion Group, Mrs. Joe Geels, 8 p. m. K. of C. Auxiliary card party, K. of C. hall, p. m. Decatur BPW club, Zion E. and R. church. 6:30 p.m. Ruth Circle of Presbyterian church Mrs. Robert Taylor, 8 p.m. Naomi Circle of Presbyterian church, Mrs. George Bair, 8 p.m. Zion Lutheran Missionary Society, parish hall, 1:30 p. m. Little club, Mrs. Mary Foos, 2 p. m. Xi Alpha lota and Epsilon Sigma Chapter, Ellcs home, 8 p. m. THURSDAY Ladies Fellowship, Missionary church, 7 p. m. Unit 1 of Bethany E.U.B. church Mrs. Ralph Gentis, 7:30 p. m. Women of. the Moose, Moose home, officers, 7:30, lodge, 8 p.m. Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Masonic hall, 6:45 p. m. Everready Sunday school class, Methodist church lounge, 7:30 p.m.

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Two TV Comedians Fail In Comebacks Only Milton Berle Comeback Success By VERNON SCOTT UPI Hollywood Correspondent HOLLYWOOD (UPI) — Three TV comedians hit the conreback trail this year — Jackie Gleason, Sid Caesar and Milton Berle—with disastrous res ull s except in Eerie’s case. Gleason pulled his show from the coaxial cable and Caesar laid an egg the size of Grant’s tomb. The usually loquacious Berle is at a loss to explain his success in the face of his compatriots’ demise. He does realize, however, that Uncle Miltie is an exception to the rule — roughly stated, comedians, like heavyweight champions, never come back. Wally Cox and Red Buttons are another pair who ran aground for keeps. "Caesar and Gleason are two of the greatest comedians in the world,” Berle expounded, puffing an, outsize cigar. “I watched every one of their styows. It wasn’t their performances that hurt them. It was the hiatus. “I know, I know. I took a twoyear hiatus, and maybe I’m just lucky. -— Needed A Rest ’ "Usually, though, audiences and critics believe a comic has lost his job when he takes a year's vacation. And when he returns they figure he’s had it. Which is the farthest thing from the truth. “Gleason, Caesar and myself all left the air because we needed a rest. We were worn out from doing hour ‘live’ shows every week. But we couldn’t write letters to every viewer in the country telling them we were just plain pooped out.” Berle’s ratings, as opposed to Gleason’s and Caesar’s, have climbed steadily since his return last fall. He has two explanations for the success. “First of all I’ve been pacing myself better to avoid over-expo-sure. And instead of just being a comedian, I’m also a host, emcee and entertainer. I don’t rely on only a few/ chacterizations and sketches. “But more important, I spend ■hours deciding on my guest stars. Poor casting of guests can ruin a show. My idea is to find as many personalities as possible who conflict with me.” Likes Conflicting Guests Among those to be seen with Berle on his NBC-TV show in the next few weeks are Harpo Marx, Ed Wynn, Jayne Mansfield, Jo Stafford, Joan Davis and Mel Torme. ■ “My idea of good conflicting guests are Dean Martin and Tallulah Bankhead.” he said, expelling a cloud of smoke. "Counting me. you’d have three completely different characters—and it would be a ball. “Unfortunately, availability of guests is the big problem. Most of them are tied up with their wo projects.” During the past 13 weeks Berle has topped his network opposition, “The Millionaire” and “The Donna Reed Show.”He hopes his Jan. 21 program will be among the best he’s done. “Between me and Ed Wynn we’ll have a total of 102 years of show business experience,” Milton said expansively- Then he quickly added, “my 45 years and Ed’s 57.” He frowned thoughtfull and concluded, “remember I started in vaudeville when 1 was only six.” o— — ~ | Modern Etiquette | By ROBERTA LEE I — ° Q. Is it proper to send wedding invitations to friends who are in mourning? A. This is perfectly proper, and it is also proper for the mourners to accept, just as they might attend any other religious service. You may also invite someone in mourning to the reception, although he may decide to forego this more social occasion. ' Q. Is it all right at the dinner to eat all of one particular food at once, instead of a bit of each—for instance, all your potatoes, then your salad, then your meat? A. It is proper for one to eat one’s meal in whatever order preferred.

iBSpJE 'K'S/ - DI OAUU* CHOlCl—Michel Debra (above) will be asjeed to be the first premier of France’s new fifth republic by President Charles de Gaulle, it is believed. Debre, 46, has been De Gaulle minister of justice.

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Stan Freeman Presents Concert Here Jan. 22

Stan Freeman, piano virtuoso and musical satirist, will present the next concert of the fall’ and winter series of the Adams conuty Civic Music association, at the Decatur Youth and Community Center at 8 o’clock Thursday night, Jan. 22. , Announcement of next week’s concert was made today by Dr, Freeman Burkhalter, president oi the association. A radio, TV and recording star, Freeman’s versatility, wit and mastery of the keyboard have won him international cheers. The unlgue and easy flow of his assorted talents have set a new style- in showmanship. Freeman’s repertoire covers piano interpretations, musical stories, show tunes and hilarious musical on numerous phases of the American musical scene. He rips cherished cliches in musical expression, displacing at all times rare wit and impeccable musicianship. • I Stan Freeman first made his mark in the musical world as a serious musician, winning the 1941 Macdowell club award as the outstanding young American pianist of that year. It was in the army that Freeman was first introduced to popular music which marked the beginning of his diversified musical style. In addition to per-

Baby's Kidnaper To Be Arraigned Today Believed Attempt - To Trap Boyfriend NEW YORK <UPD—Police said today they believed that a 43-year-old widowed mother of eight children kidnaped newborn infant Lisa Rose Chionchio in an effort to trap her boyfriend into marriage. Ironically, authorities said, the alleged plot of the accused kidnaper, Mrs. Jean lavarone, was designed to get back four of her children who have been placed in orphanages and foster homes because she was considered incapable of caring for them, xj,They theorized that Mrs. lavarone. a stout, blonde grandmother who lived alone, had abducted the infant from a Brooklyn hospital nursery 2*4 hours after her birth Jan. 2, with the intention of telling an unidentified boyfriend it was their child. Assuming he would agree to marriage, Mrs lavarone believed that, with a husband and home, she-would be permitted to regain custody of the four children who had been taken away from her, authorities said. Neighbor Calls Police The plot failed, however, when a suspicious woman neighbor—in the 313th telephoned tip on the mystery—led police Sunday to a cluttered one-room apartment in a dilapidated Brooklyn brownstone apartment building. There, only 200 yards from the Brooklyn police headquarters, police found Mrs. lavarone and the Chionchio baby. . The seven - pound infant, who had gained one ounce since her abduction 11 days ago, was reported in good health today-Po-lice and hospital officials said Lisa Rose obviously had been given excellent care. “She took good care of the baby.” chief of detectives James B. Leggett, said. “After all, she had a lot of experience raising children.” Mrs. lavarone, $45-a-week employe of a Brooklyn department store, steadfastly insisted through more than 24 hours of questioning that the infant was her own—that she had given birth to the child unattended Jan. 3. She identified a man friend as the father Footprints Match But footprints and the fact that the infant’s blood type was different than that of Mrs. lavarone convinced authorities it was the Chionchio baby. Further, Frank Chionchio, 28, an .attorney for the Port of New York Authority, positively identified the infant on the basis of a small scar over the left eye, which he remefnbered seeing immediately after the child’s birth. -

Mrs. lavarone, on the verge of collapse, was arraigned Monday jn Brooklyn Felony Court. Magistrate James Roe Jr. finally adjourned the hearing until today to permit Mrs. lavarone to get an attorney. If convicted, she could receive a maximum penalty of 20 years to life in prison. The most successful man is he who holds onto the old as long as it is “good and grabs the new as soon as it is better. About 47 million Americans live in the suburbs. FALSE TEETH That Loosen Need Not Embarrass Many waaren of false teeth have suffered real embarrassment because their plate dropped, slipped or wob- , bled at Just the wrong time. Do not live in fear of this happening to you. Just sprinkle a little FASTEETH, the alkaline (non-acid) powder, on your plates. Hold false teeth more flnnly, so they feel more comfortable. Does not sour. Checks "plate odor” (denture breath). Get FASTEETH at any drug counter.

forming with the U.S. Air Forces symphonic and, he joined Tex Benqke's Glen Miller Army band, and Became one of their chief arrangers. Back in civilian life, the talented piano-player found ar ready and enthusiastic audience for his refreshing and versatile style. In addition to innumerable shows of his own on every major network (Piano Playhouse, ABC, Candlelight Revue, NBC, the Stan Freeman Show) he has been a frequently invited guest on such shows as the Kate Smith show, This is Show Business, Steve Allen, Robert Q. Lewis, Tex and Jinx and the Milton Berle show. Recently he apeared as a regular on the Arlene • Francis home show and now he is starring in his own CBS radio series five days weekly. This .past summer he went to England and appeared on British TV on “Chelsea at Eight” their biggest show. His albums for Columbia records are all big sellers and include “Piano Moods,” "Com-on-a-Stan’s House” (harpsicord), “Stan Freeman plays Rodgers and Hart” and his latest releases "Stan Freeman Swings ’The Music Man’ ” and “Stan Freeman Plays ‘Oh Captain’ J Not forsaking his first love of the classics. Freeman has received tremendous ovations for his piano recitals in many major cities, as well as his solo performances with the N.Y. Philharmonic and Buffalo Symphony Orchestras. His sophisticated wit and brilliant pianoplayirg have made him one of the most popular entertainers in smart night clubs across the country, including eight return engagements at New York’s famous Blue Angel.

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- ——- - — • ■.;’ b’^ ! 888 ••-a* .Ajp Y ! ■' K vjl Ml S j I * J THE BETA SIGMA PHI city council is pictured here planning, for the annual Mothers' March on Polio, which will be held in Decatur Friday evening, Jan. 30. They are studying a map of the city to outline districts for the march and to name a captain in each district. The meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Fritz Faurote, standing to the rear. Seated, left to right, are Mrs. William Mann, Mrs. Sam Yost, Mrs. Richard Hess, Mrs. Robert Lane, Mrs. Glen V. Custer and Mrs. Art Burris.

District Meeting Os Scout Leaders Decatur Units Lead Attendance At Meet Decatur units led in attendance at the first south district meeting of the Anthony Wayne council of the Boy scouts of America, held Monday night at the Portland presbyterian church. Eight Decatur men attended the session, and heard district executive John G. Carlson explain the goal of the south district for 1959— to become the top district in the nited St a f es“ “Units in Adaftis, Wells, and Jay counties make up the district. Some of the goals include chartering two new units a month in

each county, and improving leadership training so that at least 95% of the troop leaders are trained in 1959. Attending from Adams county were: Decatur, Dr. C." William Freeby, Kenneth P. Gaunt, John Kelly, J. D. Markley, Dick Heller, Jr., E. E. RydeU. Donald A. Norquest, and Oran Schultz; from Berne, Raymond Beer, Emerson D. Neuenschwander; Fred L. Kirsch, Clifton H. Amstutz, Vaughn B. Schindler, and Clinton Steury. The meeting then broke down into individual committee sessions, and afterwards a social hour was eqjoyed by the group. Between the big things we can’t do and the little things we don't want to do, the danger is that we. Will do nothing at “all. A bridge of welded aluminum is planned for construction in lowa.

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To some people religious freedom merely means the choice of churches they may stay away from. Love is the medicine of all mortal evil. By it the world is .to be cured of sin. Henry Ward Beech-

MARGE & CHARLES DANCE STUDIO Announces 1959 Registration Register Wednesday, Jan. 14th from 4:00 P. M. to 8:00 P. M. At Decatur Youth & Cbihmuhßy Center Or Dial long distance free of charge and ask for Enterprise—6llo.