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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1948
Page
5
Nine members answered the roll call with notes about a demonstration of salads led by Helen Low-Weets. Zeda Deessler reported on a recent camping trip. The July 14 gathering is set for Lila Dreasier’s home.
Censor chief Rosney and entertainer Danny Raye oppose a film project after reports state funds supported a Penion production. Authorities cite funding as pivotal to the movie’s approval.
Calvin W. Tinsley a 28 year old navy veteran from Davenport Iowa rushed into Wichita police claiming amnesia after a collision left him 700 miles from home. He recalled leaving a Rock Island Oklahoma construction job and found groceries 24 cents and an empty billfold. He said a prior similar memory loss occurred last February and that his mother would arrange funds for his return. He is married in Davenport.
The Order of Eastern Star elected Mrs. Mary M. Range of Fort Madison as grand worthy matron at the statewide meeting held yesterday. Other officers named include Dewin White of Burlington as worthy patron, Mrs. Rose Johnson of Cedar Rapids as associate matron, and Mrs. Mary Johnson of Mason City as conductress.
Sixteen members of the Busy Bee club met at the Church of Christ parlors with Mrs. Sadie Brewer and Mrs. Walter Hunter hosting. Plans include a July 1 meeting at Mrs. Frank Boggs’ home and a Sunnyside park picnic next Thursday at 6 30. Ice cream and drinks will be provided. The Friendly club gathered 11 members and three guests at the Cameo room Hotel Whitney with Miss Beulsh Jones hosting. Roll call recalled a wedding picture and a overseas family box was packed. A Sunnyside park picnic is set for July 18. The door prize went to Mrs. Harold Ginn. Lunch was at the Calumet cafe. Mrs. Wilbur Knop will host in September. Bear Grove Priscilla Club hosted 22 members with two guests. roll call cited a favorite summer drink and the program The Priscilla Players led by Mrs. Floyd Mott. Mrs. Vada Pont received a birthday gift.
Post nuptial shower honoring Mrs Louis Schuler held at Griswold with entertainment by Mrs Denham including a 19th century gown parade. Gowns modeled by Lois Saffer and others, nuptial songs by L E Rydquist with accompaniment, dessert luncheon served, out of town guests listed. Community events: Men’s Organized class supper, Nu-Pinochle club, Fun-for-All club, contests, birthday gifts, July picnic plans. Guests from Des Moines Elliott Red Oak and other towns attended.
Presbyterian Women groups meet at 2 with Lang Steffens and Dwyer hosts. FP W Auxiliary sews carpet rags with lunch. Beta Sigma Phi plans a Sunnyside park picnic. Many gatherings include showers, birthday parties, and mission circle meetings across Anita and surrounding towns.
In Flint Michigan last night magician Leon Mandrake reportedly had rabbits disappear during a public act. Police were summoned to investigate the loss of $1000 from Mandrake's backstage purses.
Des Moines patrol cars will wear reflectorized license plates this weekend. Back plates show two red stars and a badge number, front plates two white stars and the same number. The number matches the officer’s badge. Patrol Chief 8 N Jespersen says they create a psychological effect and help identify patrols at night. Plates are visible at 200 to 300 feet. The force will rise from 147 to 168 cars soon.
Adair Kay Frances Connors Betty Devereux James Gary Grant Denny Reha Linds Ward James Sweeney Teresa Richter and Karen Kay Lappe received their first communion at the morning mass. Music by Phyllis Fagan and organized by Terry Reha and Kenneth Lappe. Angels were Colleen Devereux and Francelia Richter. Mothers hosted a breakfast at the rectory with sweet pea centerpieces.
An advisory urges pedestrians to walk against traffic on open highways to better see oncoming vehicles and avoid collisions. Authorities warn this is dangerous and discouraged for road safety.
Mrs. Kullander of Des Moines plans to sue to obtain a $200 reward from radio aided arrest. Seattle officers brought in Robert Henderson on grand larceny charges after Kullander identified him from a radio description. Police hold a second $200. city officials dispute payout rules and authority.
New York 87 year old Carl Joseffy received a prison term of three to six years after defrauding victims of about 120000 by posing as a lumber trader for coffins of American war dead.
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