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Eldora Herald Ledger

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1949

Page

2

Ladies Aid Society Hears Christmas Program at Community Church

Union News reports Mrs. Ross Hackett and others hosting a Ladies Aid session at the Community church social room. Mrs. K. L. Wooten was absent, with Ivan Nelson presiding. The meeting opened with carols, readings from Luke 2 and A Box for Soving, and gifts for Dessie Scott mission in Kentucky. Officers elected: Grace Lawin president, Paul Glenney vice, Jessie Biersborn secretary, Lamont Moore treasurer, L. W. Johnson auditor. A social hour followed with Christmas decor and refreshments.

Ross Hackett B. H. Harris Brice Hadley Paul Glenney Ladies Aid Society K. L. Wooten Ivan Nelson F. S. Schuler E. H. Biersborn Grace Lawin Jessie Biersborn Lamont Moore L. W. Johnson

Loyal Women Have Potluck Dinner

The Loyal Woman's Bible class of the Christian Sunday school met Thursday for a potluck dinner at the home of Mrs. R. W. Carter. Twenty one attended including Rev. and Mrs. Lyle Childs as guests. Mrs. Lavica Dillon and Mrs. Josie Bowen assisted the hostesses. After dinner the regular business meeting was held with president Mrs. Cady Barnes presiding. Officers elected for the coming year were: President Mrs. Novella Shore, vice president Mrs. Errol Dillon, secretary and treasurer Mrs. Frona Chamness.

Woman's Bible Class The Christian Sunday School R. W. Carter Lyle Childs Lavica Dillon Josie Bowen Cady Barnes Novella Shore Errol Dillon Frona Chamness

Queen Esther Elect and Rebekahs Send Boxes

The Queen Esther class will meet in December at 7 30 PM in the Community church social room with officer elections and basket donations for shut ins. The Rebekah Circle met at the lodge hall with Martha Watson presiding and packed Christmas boxes for the IOOF Home at Mason City. Refreshments were served and a prize went to Ruth Hamner. J O Smith of Ivester and Floyd Speas hosted a Wednesday evening dinner for Mr and Mrs J O Smith of Ivester and Mr and Mrs Floyd Speas.

Community Church Rebekahs Rebekah Circle Lodge Hall Martha Watson Dora Barnes Ruth Hammer Florine Graves Josephine Schmidt Jaine Graves

Holiday Traffic Toll: Depends on Drivers

State safety officials warn the Christmas period may bring higher traffic deaths depending on driver behavior. Records show 12 deaths over a two year holiday span, with peak before and after Christmas. Commissioner Alfred Kahl cites weather, heavy traffic, and alcohol risk, urging slower speeds and vigilance. Chief S N Jespersen states the patrol will be fully on duty during the holiday weekend.

Iowa Alfred Kahl Kahl S. N. Jespersen Lowal Highway Patrol

Good Health for Christmas Gift

The Iowa state health department urges giving health itself as a Christmas gift. It notes health cannot be boxed or bought, but can be shared if you are able to help others stay well. The message promotes lasting wellbeing over material presents.

Iowa State Department of Health

Health rules for good health in the year ahead

The piece urges families to get medical exams, follow doctor orders, and truthfully assess their efforts to maintain good health. It links good health to energy for enjoying life and doing extra activities.

Subtle daily habits boost health and vitality

The passage extols small daily changes that improve well being. An extra hour of sleep, more vegetables and fruit, or an additional glass of milk can make a meaningful difference in health.

Herald-Index Gift List Includes Hard-to-Please

The Herald-Index highlights a tricky gift category for readers on the holiday list, featuring the hard-to-please option as a standout, suggesting targeted picks and strategic shopping tips.

Herald-Index

Dynamite Blast Interuption at Rural Guthrie Center School

A dynamite blast near Guthrie Center disrupted a rural school injuring three students with scratches and bruises. The explosion occurred about 200 feet from the building as three county employees conducted the blasting. classes were dismissed.

Guthrie Center

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