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St. Christopher’s Catholic Chnrch Rev. L. A. Lindemann. .Pastor Sunday Masses: 6:00 o’clock Weekday Masses. - 6:30 o’clock At the 830 o’clock Mass Sunday morning the ladies of St. Christopher will receive Holy Communion. Jane Munder of 220 S. Belmont was the lucky member of the Merchandise Club last week. When Billie Thompson pulled out her name, she told him that she would like to have a white rug and a rose rug. Billy Thompson is m the second grade at St. Christopher School. At the'regular monthly meeting of the Altar Society last Wednesday evening the following ladies were elected to serve as officers of the society in 1950: President, Mrs. Gladys Theiss, Ist Vice-President, Mrs. Pauline Nestor; 2nd Vice-President, Mrs. Bess Bruce; Recording Secretary, Mrs. Kay Eddleman, Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Helen Morris, and Treasurer, Mrs. Ruth Aharen. They will take office on Wednesday evening, Feb. 1, 1950, and serve for one year. At the same election the following ladies were elected to serve as a Festival Board: Mrs. Emma Jeanne Rosner, chairman, Mrs. Nola Medenwald and Mrs. Catherine Dugan. The Festival Board was elected for three years. Another meeting of the ladies on the committee to have charge of the Turkey Dinner and food to be served later in the evening at the First Fall Festival Sunday, Nov. 20, in St. Christopher’s new hall was held Wednesday evening of this week. The following is a list of some of the ladies of the parish, not originally on the committee, who have offered to help: Mesdaxnes Florence Goldey, Eva Carlsen, Kay Eddleman, Delia Collins, Clara Aulbach, Letha Medenwald, Yvonne Smith and Helen Houck. There may be others, so forgive us if we have omitted your name. We did the best we could and meet this column’s deadline. Yes, indeed, there is to he a First Fall Festival and a Turkey Dinner at St. Christopher on Sunday, Nov. 20. And as stated elsewhere in this paper, no tickets are being sold, but the committee is depending on all members of St. Christopher to spread the publicity and to see that a large crowd comes down to eat the Turkey Dinner and to play the games. Every member of St. Christopher should get behind this day of fun. Father Lindemann has called a meeting of all the Trustees for this Sunday evening to make final arrangements foj the Fall Festival. , St. Christopher has lost two families recently. The Glenn Dentons have moved over on Kessler Blvd. and they will now be m St. Michael’s Parish. The Conn Sheridan’s have bought a cute little new house at 1240 Luett and they will now report to Holy Trinity Parish. While we hate to lose these good people, we know that they won’t -forget St Christopher even though they are good members of their own parishes. Next week we celebrate the Saint days of two women—on Wednesday, the 16fh, that of St. Gertrude, V., and on Saturday, the 19th, that of St. Elizabeth, W. “By your patience you will win your souls.” —St. Luke 21:1*. Nora Bray.

Wayne Post No. S 4 “To the Last Man” will again be the toast on November 11 as members, friends and guests of honor of the Last Man’s Club of Wayne Post No. 64, American Legion, hold their fifteenth annual ceremonial dinner at 6:30 o'clock in the new Post Home comer Holt Rd. and Oliver Ave. The event is a part of the Armistice ‘Day observance, and dinner will be served to members, their wives, wives of deceased members and members of -the Last Man’s Chib of World War H and their wives. The dance which will follow is open to the public with Ted Campbell’s orchestra supplying the music. Mr. Merrill Cummins, Regional Director of the Veterans Adminstration will 'be the guest speaker. Men Only Euchre Yes, we are going to have another one one of those stag euchre parties. If you want a good time with a fine bunch of fellows, come to the American Legion Euchre party, Firday, Nov. 18th at 8:00 p. m. All men are invited. Speedway Post Home, 1652 Georgetown Road. Paul Eberts, Commander

Speedway Church es the Nazarene 5020 CRAWFORDSVILLE ROAD REV. DONALD KONKLE. Puior Sunday School ; 9:30 A.M. Morning Worship 10:30 A. M. Young People and Junior Service —6:30 P.M. Evening Evangelistic Service 7:30 P. M. Midweek Prayer Service Wed. eve., 7:80 PAL The regular monthly meeting of the Missionary Society will be held at the church on Wednesday evening, Nov. 16, with Elizabeth Adams giving the lesson study on M Japan Now.” Sunday, Nov. 20, is the date set for our special “Thank Offering.” This money is used for the work of missions in getting the gospel light to those who are still in spiritual darkness. Let us show our thankfulness by our generous “Thank Offering.” Rev. Robert Wellman, returned missionary from Nicaragua, is touring the Indianapolis district. He is a very interesting speaker and can give much helpful information about the needs of our missions today. . We invite you to attend our Sunday School Let us study the Bible together, that we may be strong when we meet the enemy of our souL v "The entrance of thy word giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”—Psalm 119-180.

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P.T.A. News P.T.A. will have their regular meeting Wednesday, Noy. 16, at 7:45 p. m. in the High School gym. This meeting includes Open House of the elementary school (Kindergarten through Bth grade). Speedway will observe American Education Week starting Monday, Nov. 14th. Nov. 13th is Speedway Day at tire Children’s Museum. Everyone should attend with their children. Hostesses from 2 o’clock until 3:30 will be Miss Mary Lou Knetzer, #ffiss Margaret Wilson, Mrs. Blanche Wagel, Mrs. William Emmick, Mrs. George Hunt, Mrs. Richard McClanrock. From 3:30 until 5:00 o’clock, Mrs. Michael; Finnerty, Mrs. David Morrow, Mrs. Fred Wennings, Miss Mildred Middaugh, Miss Hazel Smith and Miss Helen Noll. Brown Troop No. 166 Ten members of Brownie Troop No. 166 with their leaders attendded the Girl Scout Week program at the State Fairgrounds last Firday evening. Mrs. Wendell H. Kern, Leader.

School News Approximately 600 parents and patrons of Speedway Schools attended the Dedication and Open House Program Wednesday night, Nov. 2. The interest and support 1 of Speedway citizens in school and activities is greatly appreciated. Wednesday night, Nov. 16, beginning at 6:30 pm will be the Elementary Open House. At the P.TA. meeting which follows, members of the School Board will discuss future building plans and problems. Students in grades 7-12 will report to school at 9:15 instead of the regular time next Tuesday, Nov. 8. Teachers will meet from 7:55 to 9:05 to do part of the group work that is necessary before the high school is evaluated by representatives of the North Central Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges. Before the North Central group rates the school, teachers and administrators themselves must make an evaluation of all of the school program.

' The Speedway Parent-Teachers’ Association will sponsor a Family Hour at the Children’s Museum, [3OIO N. Meridian Street, next Sunday afternoon, November 13, from 2 to 5 p.m. Parents who have not visited the museum with their children are strongly urged to attend. Those who have attended before will profit by going again as there are several new exhibits. Nineteen members of the 1949 graduating class are enrolled in colleges and universities of the state. At Butler University me Charles Love, Lewis Rosner, Barbara Morgan, Jack Mayhugh, Dick Anderson, Konr?r King, Bill Mugg, Clinton Hawkins, Sue Pearce, and Pat Bender. Allan Wiechers and Ted Lawson are at Indiana University; Bill Long at Purdue; Jack Vaughn and T .ouie Senter at Ball State Teachers College, Melba Harlan at Franklin College; Ed Such at General Motors Tech; Barbara Owings at Indiana Extension; and Jim Martin at Purdue Extension.

During the past week Dr. T. A. Hanna and the school nurse, Mrs. Beth Blind, have completed physical examinations of freshmen and new students in grades 8-12. Mrs. Blind is conducting eye 'teste for all students in both schools and will give hearing tekte as soon as the vision tests are completed. The Junior Safety Council met Monday afternoon wider the direction of Mr. McClelland and requested that pupils follow these suggestions: * 1. Keep glass off our playground. 2. Do not play between the (Continued on Page 4)

Sigma Tau Sub Deb Club Christmas time isn’t very far away, at least Christmas Shopping isn’t. If you are stuck with “What can I give Mary?” mabye a Sigma Tau can answer your problem for you. This club is selling, as their money making project, Tayton’s lipstick in a beautiful gold personalized tube. It only costs a dollar, and any Sigma Tau member will be glad to help you. Be sure and order yours now.

Bethel 38 Order Job's Daughters There will be a regular stated meeting of the Bethel 38 on Saturday, Nov. 12 at 2 o’clock. This is our Friends day and we have invited Bethel 9 of Brightwood to conduct our initiatory work. U you have never seen another Bethel, now is your chance. There will be refreshments and entertainment after the meeting. The Council and Line officers are having a “Nose Bag” lunch preceding the meeting. It will start at 1 o’clock. Bring your own lunch. This is their regular monthly meeting to discuss business of the Bethel Eleanor Gamier, Publicity.

Chsrch Of Christ 4956 West 10th St WORSHIP or TUB CHURCH Sunday Worship 10 AiL Sunday Evening Song Practice 7:89 PAL Sunday Evening Service 8 PJL Wednesday Training OasMe 7:90 PAL

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Christmas Party The decorations committee will start preliminary work on Main St. Sunday, November 13th. Anyone desiring to help, please report to the Town Hall at 9:00 a.m. Legion Auxiliary Speedway Unit No. I§B, American Legion Auxiliary will hold its November meeting next Wednesday evening, Nov. 16, in the Legion Home, 1652 Georgetown Road. The meeting will be called to order at 8 o’clock. Memorial services will be held for Mrs. Alleene Runyon who recently passed away. Assistant hostesses are Mrs. Ruth Peck and Mrs. Elmyra Griggs. 1950 dues are now due. The Auxiliary will sponsor a public card party on Saturday evening, Nov. 19, at 8:15 in the Legion Home. Good door and table prizes. Mrs. Julia Pace and Mrs. Virginia Bullington are in charge of arrangements.

Are We Fighting A Losing Battle Against Polio? Mrs. Fern Norris, vice-chairman of the Marion County Chapter of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, will be the speaker at the Nov. 14 meeting of Sounding Board, a current events discussion group sponsored by the YWCA, a Red Feather Service of the Community Fund. The meeting will be held at 7:30 o’clock at the Central YWCA, 329 N. Pennsylvania. “Are We Fighting a Losing Battle Against Polio? will be the tqpic of Mrs. Norris’ address. She will represent Indiana at the fifth annual conference of the State Advisers of/on Women’s Activities of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis to be held Nov. 7-10 in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Norris, who upon her return from Washington, will make her first public appearance at Sounding Board and will give a resume of the latest -findings pertaining to polio as reported at the national meeting. A discussion will follow Mrs. Norris’ address, and a movie “In Daily Battle” will also be shown. Sounding BcArd meeting is held regularly an the second and fourth Monday’s of each month. Meetings are open to the public .and there Is no charge for admission.

.. P.-T. A. HARVEST DANCE 8 O'CLOCK TONIGHT Thank You Jan Updike has recovered from his injuries received in an accident, October 13th. He wishes to thank his many friends and neighbors for the flowers, gifts and cheerful cards received during his stay in the hospital and convalescing at home. Jan will return to school Thursday.

Annual Turkey Dinner The Annual Turkey Dinner given by the Shilo W. S. C. S. will be Nov. 19 in the church basement. Serving will start at 5:30. Dinner for asnlts $125 and 75c for children. Shilo Church is located V* mi. West of County line and % mi. south of 10th St.

Pack 66 Notes \ - ■ Den Mother’s dinner will be at 6 p. m., November 14th at Louis Myers, 5420 W. 15th St North Methodist To Present “Elijah”

The choir of the North Methodist Church, 38th and Meridian, under the direction of J. Russell Paxton, will present Mendelssohns oratorio “Elijah” Sunday night, November 13 at 8 p.m. The soloists will be Naomi Pryor and Bettye Brown, sopranos; Dorothy Fidger, contralto; Farrell Scott tenor; and Wallace Knapp, baritone. Mrs. J. Russell Paxton will be at the organ. This presentation of one of the greatest oratorios is open to the public.

Friday, November 11, 1949

PERSONALS Den No. 4 had a Hallowe’en party Oct. 31 the home of Mrs. Themplin. Ghost stories were enjoyed by all. Refreshments were doughnuts, cider and popcorn. Mrs. Joseph Petraits is home after undergoing a major operation at the St. Vincent’s hospital recently. Karen Sue Updike underwent a tonsillectomy Nov. 8. She is home and doing nicely. Los Amigos Christmas Cards It is later than you think so order your Christmas cards real soon. Two or three weeks must be allowed for personal printed cards. You will enjoy wrapping gifts in the colorful paper in our Christmas Gift wrap box. Have you seen Starlettes, shining tinfoil cards, Jack Frost, clear plastic with dainty cheerful greetings? Cleartone,. colored plastic with clever picture greetings or the Tree Ornament cards for little folks. These are just a few of the attractive selections. Do stop in to see them or call—Mrs. S. A. Gummere, 5204 W. 15th St., BE 0529; Mrs. C. E. Schrock, 5202 W. 15th' St., BE 0309; Mrs. Clarence McAllister, 1919 N. Gerrard Dr., BE 4718.

If you have been notified that your cards are in please pick them up at your earliest convenience. Chris Schrock, Class Pres. B. Gummere, Chairman of Sales. Debu-Teens News The Debu-Teens met last Sunday afternoon at the home of Nancy Owings. We had our regular business meeting, and money making projects were discussed. We decided to have a baby-sitting service which will start TTov.‘ X2th. For more information about this see the want ads. Our meeting was then adjourned. Chris Stephens, Publicity. Golden Rule Bible Class Golden Rule Bible Class of Speedway Christian Church will hold their regular monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Orpha Arnold, 1708 N. Lyndhurst, November 15th at 7:30 p. m. Mrs. Ava Secrest will be assistant hostess.

Speedway Methodist Chereh REV. WESLEY E. BRASHARES, Pastor Sunday School ...9:45 A.M. Worship Service 10:45 A.M. Services will be held as usual on Sunday. During the morning worship service at 10:45 am. Rev. Brashares will present as the adult sermon topic, “Can You Find God?” and also the sermonette for children. The nursery that is being maintained for the little folks during the sermon will be furnished with new tables and initiated on Sunday morning. Rev. Brashares will go to Flint, Mich, on Monday to attend the Jurisdictional Radio Council which will lev plans for radio publicity for the Jurisdiction. The Juris' _tion includes all Methodist churches of Indiana, Ohio, ML igan, Illinois, lowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and the Dakotas. Rev. Brashares will speak before this conference meeting on Tuesday afternoon. Prayer and Bible Study meeting on Tuesday evening will be conducted by Rev. Ralph Jones, pastor of the St. Paul Methodist Church, during the absence of . our pastor. The study is very interesting and informative. You are asked to bring your Bible with you Tuesday evening for the study of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Jpseph. The more we learn of our God, the more we become like him. Mr. Bahne wishes to have .a brief meeting of the Finance Committee immediately following the Bible Study.

The W.S.CJS. will have their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening, Nov. 16 at 7:30 pan., at the home of Mrs. Ruby Zimmerman, 1758 Christopher Lane. Mrs. Ernestine Bede, chairman of the program committee, will present the study on “Pakistan.” Mrs. Jessie Stevenson will give the devotions. Members who have fancy-work and contributions for the bazaar are asked to bring them to this meeting. All the ladies of the church are cordially invited, and if is hoped we can be a 100 percent society in the district On Thursday Speedway Methodists are asked to attend the all-day meeting at Trinity Church in Lafayette, sponsored by the Evangelistic Board of the Northwest Indiana Conference. Dr. R. E. Diffendorfer, who proposed the International Christian University in Japan, and who recently returned from Japan as a member of the Board of Missions and church extensions of the Methodist Church will be the main speaker of the day. Other outstanding Methodists included on the program are executive secretary of the Board, of Evangelism, Harry Denman, Nashville, Term., Rev. A. P. Shirkey of Huston, Texas, President Stuntz of Scarrett College, and Bishop R. C Raines. The W.S.C.S. will sponsor a Bazaar and Bake Sale on Main St at the Speedway Savings and Loan on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and 19, beginning at 9 am. Proceeds from this project will be applied toward the building fund for the church and solicits your support in this undertaking. You are cordially invited to attend the services of the Methodist Church and to worship with its chngregation which is mwrting temporarily at 1610 N. Auburn St ■ 1 i-. —Jsaiah.

Turkey Dinner And First Fall Festival On Sunday, November 20, St. Christopher will serve a Turkey Dinner from 12 noon until 5 o’clock while their First Fall Fess tival is in progress in their new hall. No tickets are being sold for this dinner, but the ladies are making big preparations for a large crowd. The price of the dinner Is to be a dollar and a quarter, dessert extra, and children’s servings fifty cents. They are extending an invitation to all their friends and friends of their friends to come and have dinner, and to stay and play the games which will be there to play. Sandwiches and other food may be had sifter the dinner hours. Mrs. Nola Medenwald is Chairman of food and Mrs. Gladys Theiss is CoChairman. The Trustees are in charge of the Festival.

Speedway Home Makers The Speedway Home Makers Club met Thursday, Nov. 10 at the home of Mrs. Virgil Gebauer. It was a dessert luncheon served by the hostess and her assistants, Mrs. Harbison and Mrs. Samuel Parke. The Club members made yam cuddle dolls for their lesson. These doll are to be turned over to the Lutheran Orphan Home for Christmas. We all spent a most enjoyable afternoon on a very worthwhile project.

Party For Miss Carroll Busard A party given Saturday by Miss Jacqueline Schaefer, 1623 N. Lyndhurst, will honor Miss Carroll M. Busard who will be married Dec. 3 to Richard F. Brown. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel E. Busard, 2815 Kessler Boulevard, North Drive. The prospective bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. B. Brown of Mount Joy, Pa. Miss Schaefer, assisted by her mother, Mrs. Ken Schaefer, will entertain at 1 o'clock in the Athenaeum. It will be a miscellaneous shower and luncheon. Guests will include Mesdames Brown, Busard, William Watters, C. R. Koontz, Max B. Merritt, Grant O. Q. Johnson, and L. A. Phebus. Also Mrs. Ralph Kelly, sister of the bride-elect, and Mrs. Darrell Zink, Marion; Mrs. Richard Moore, West. Lafayette, and Mrs. J. Bruce Merritt, Wabash.

Speedway Christian Church 14th BS. and Wlnton Are. The Rev. Kenneth E. Thome, Minister ONE UNIFIED SERVICE 9:30 to 11:00 AJL Consisting of Graded Church School. 9:30-10.00 AIL Morning Worship. 10:00-11:00 A.M. Speeday Chapter No. 561, Order of the Eastern Star, will be guests of honor at our morning service, and will be seated in a body. 1 The Children’s Chorale and the Chancel Octette will furnish the music for Sunday. The Children’s Chorale will sing “For Peace and For plenty.” The Octette will sing the Communion Anthem, “God So Loved the World” by Rudolphi. Mrs. Libby Ottinger, contralto, will sing “Pastures of the Soul” by Carreau. The minister will preach the sermon on the subject, “Living a Thousand Lives.” The teacher for the Young Settlers’ Class this Sunday will be Mr. Ralph Rahm. i Young Settlers plan to attend our pitch-in dinner Saturday evening, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m., in the church social room. Bring covered dish and table service. Our youth will be host to the youth of 48 churches of Marion County this Sunday from 2:30 to 8:30. You may still call reservations into Mrs. Helser, BE-1696. The theme will be “We Kneel in Prayer—We Rise in Power.” Mrs. Virgilt Sly, returned missionary, will speak during the supper hour. Will also be a fellowship sing besides the different interest groups. Don’t forget your materials for “Kit for Overseas.” . The Religious Education Committee will meet at the ch.urch at 7:30 Monday evening. The Youth Council will meet Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. in the church office. The Golden Rule Bible Class will meet Tuesday evening, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m., in the social room of the church. Mrs. Orpha Arnold will be the hostess. All members and teachers are invited. The Choirs under Mrs. Helen Robinson, will rehearse as usual. The climax of our Baby Dedication, at which 15 babies were dedicated last Sunday, was the receiving of the following 16 newmembers into our church: Mr. wd Mrs. James Wallace, 5732 Speedway Dr., Mr. and Mrs. James Scanlon, 1957 Patton Dr., Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Nickles, 1802 Beeler St., Dr. and Mrs. Loren H. Martin, 5069 W. 15th St., Mr. and Mrs. Russell Haehl, 1646 Winton Ave., Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Thompson, 5101 W. 11th, Mr. and Mrs. Rinehart Eppen, 1850 Georgetown Rd„ and Mr.- and Mrs. A. Cl Moser, 1864 Norfolk. The Primary and Junior Departments are proud to have the new Visual-Aid blinds at their windows. The expense was underwritten by Miss Middaugh in the Primary room and by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Woodlock and Mr. and Mrs. Karl Degener in the Junior room. Our sincere thanks to than. • r - ’* The response to our call for new hymnals is kery gratifying as more name slips are being turned in every day. The plan is to secure 400 new hymnals for the sanctuary with plates being placed in the cover of each book. The price is SI.OO per copy. If you would like to purchase one or more books in honor or in memory of some loved one, contact any member of the choir or Mrs. Paul Lindley, BE-0556. Blank slips will be placed in the pews next Sunday, so that they can be filled out with the desired names, and dropped with the money into the offering plates. , The Women’s Council of the Speedway Christian Church wishes to thank everyone who helped in any way for their work and splendid cooperation in giving the Lions Club dinner for*the boys and parents. A special thank you goes to those men who worked hard putting our new cabinets and shelves in our kitchen and pantry so we ‘might use them for this, our first large dinner in the new church.

Church Dinner The Clermont Methodist Church is serving a dinner in the church basement Saturday, November 12th. It will be home-cooked food and serving will start at 5 p.m.

st. Andrew’s Lutheran Cbnrch (Worshipping in Speedway Town Hall) Rev. Robert H. Heine, Pastor 1703 Garrard Drive Sunday School .... 9:30 AAL Morning Worship 10:45 AAL Visitors and new residents of Speedway are cordially invited to worship with us in the Speedway Town Hall. Sunday School, with classes for all age groups, meets at 9:30 a.m. The Morning Worship follows at 10:45. If you have no church home in Speedway, we invite you to make St. Andrew’s your church home.-The sermon subject for Sunday, the Twenty-Second Sunday after Trinity, will be, “The Power and Peril of Possession.” The women of the church will meet Tuesday, Nov. *ls at 2 p.m. in the church building. The meeting will feature a “kitchen shower” for th? kitchen in the church building. You may bring something that you have on hand that can be used, or you may make a gift in money to be used to purchase | of the larger items which wiU be needed. All the women of the church are invited, and guests are welcome. .Choir rehearsals will be held in the church hiiiwimg on Wednesdays. The junior choir will meet immediately after school Wednesday afternoons. The senior choir will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Additional voices are needed, in both choirs. New members received last Sunday are Mr. and Mrs. Win. R. Takala and daughter, Stephany, 455 Berwick St; Mr. and Mrs. Howard Smith, 3317 W. 16th St; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Decker and children, Robert Carolyn and James, 5101 W. 12th St; and Mr. and Mrs. Herman G. Porter and sons, William Gayne and George Hartling, 5789 Rockville Road. A special congregational meeting will be held Monday purchase of an organ. All members of the congregation era urged to be present. The women of the church have Christmas cards and gift wrappings for sale. Several different assortments are available. \ appreciate the ODDortunitv of shnwing «... .l. - The dedirntfeotf our newbulldlhg has toeTtcheduied

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Speedway Choral Club The Speedway Choral Club willhold their regular monthly business meeting at the home of Mrs. Richard Jennings, 4917 W. 15th St., Thursday, November 17th at 1:30.