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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1963
Page
3
Homemakers advise on poultry buying quantities per person for chicken duck goose and turkey. They caution thawing safely in the refrigerator or under cold water and emphasize promptly refrigerating leftovers to prevent spoilage and illness. The column also suggests starting a New Year household expense record to improve financial planning.
The Mary Martha class of the First Baptist met at Evelyn Umlandt’s home for a Christmas party. Officers elected in October led the event, new class and committee lists issued, devotion by Marian Bower, white elephant exchange, refreshments by officers, next meeting set for February.
Bela Kappa Chapter of Béla Sigma Phi met at Janice Suhi's residence on Lucas Street Thursday at seven. A potluck supper led to a gift exchange among secret sisters, with a pink and blue gift to Mrs. Sanilra Hendricks, Mirianny Havemann, and a former member. The chapter received recognition for its efforts with the TB Association.
Nancy Allen Kruse Bille Mae Shogpa and Vickie Hitchcock complete the beginners swim test at the YWCA under instruction from Mary Gruver the instructor.
A simple record notes a booklet titled Family Finances offered by the Extension Office. The notice urges patrons to obtain the guide to manage household finances and family budgeting with practical tips.
The Bebensee family, Mr and Mrs Robert Bebensee with children Timmy six and Cherry Ann twenty months, moved to 211 West Sixth Muscatine late in November. Robert works as a driver for Western Transportation. Timmy attends first grade at Washing ton School and has made new friends. The family attends St Matthias church and enjoy local hobbies. Bernadine, from St Paul, assists with home life while Robert collects figurines from his travels.
Private James Bermer and Private Gayle Brus returned from Marine service for a 20 day leave. They are based at Camp Pendleton California for four weeks after their current duty ended. A Melpine school Christmas party honored mothers with students performing and refreshments for 22 mothers and 25 children.
Mr and Mrs Boyd Asher hosted a Thursday duck dinner at their Grandview home for the Women's organization of the community church and friends. Mrs Nora Asher led the program and meeting. carols and devotions followed with duets by Mrs Ella Reed and Mrs Rue lah Ross. Sixteen ladies attended. gifts were exchanged and committees named for January.
Bloomington Best 4 H Club held a December gathering where Suzanne Klein explained meeting procedures for future sessions. Marilyn Walker spoke about Christmas candy and refreshments included the girls samples of their own candy.
HIGH PRAIRIE The Lucas Grove School in Lake Township held its last Christmas party at the school on Wednesday afternoon. Parents and relatives were guests as students sang a teacher composed Jarewe song. Students participating included Joseph Beveclin Timothy Burns Ralph Danner Roger Edmonds Stephen Hopker Vickie ditchcock Richard Lindle Christine McKillip Joni Milter Britt Wag net Jean Eichelberger Kenneth Bichelberger Susan Goodwin Barbara Kent Joe King Sheila Kurtiger Gregory Lindle Russell Shield Richard Stange SrenDan Watgel doc Van Zandt Pamela Logel Donald Pacei Eric Whisler. Refreshments were served.
Christmas Eve service at the Calgary church features candlelight and carols with Miss Lillia Friedérichsen as organist and Rev. David F. Condreau delivering a meditation titled Christ Waiting to Find Room. The public is invited to attend.
Vernon and Rosalie Hafner of Route 2 Muscatine will celebrate their 25th silver anniversary with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. They married December 31, 1938 at First Methodist Church, Muscatine. They have three children Carol Maxwell, a Muscatine Community College student, and Sandra, plus one grandchild Timmy. They request two gifts. The Dunkers in Long Beach California spend Christmas there.
Marsha Ann Nabedrick daughter of Mrs L Nabedrick 191d Mulberry chosen sweetheart of Alpha Epsilon Phi fraternity at the University of Iowa Dee a freshman at SU I notes unclear OCR indicates Miss Nabedrick named as fraternity sweetheart at University of Iowa with family address and freshman status.
The Fairport community church will hold its Christmas party on Sunday December 22 at 7 pm. Refreshments will be served by the women of the church and all community members are invited to attend.
Oakville students were dismissed for the Christmas season Friday. Kindergarten through eighth grades watched films, with the fourth through eighth seeing Boy and His Bible. Santa arrives Saturday at 2:00 PM, greet children, gifts under the tree. Legion Auxiliary volunteers help pack sacks. post 489 prepares for Santa visit.
Star School in Lake Township held its Christmas party Thursday afternoon with parents and siblings as guests. Children distributed handmade gifts, sang carols, and exchanged gifts. refreshments followed. Notable students included Timothy Wright, Gary McKila, and John Ray Mills. teacher Mrs. Gerunde Koli. A farewell party is planned for January.
BLOOMINGTON Pon Gilleland was elected president of Gleaners class of Spangler chapel at the annual Christmas party. Don Gray named vice president and Shirley Patt appointed secretary and treasurer. The group sang carols and held a gift exchange for children. January meeting plans include Mr and Mrs Ray Bouseman and Mr and Mrs Ed Hogan. Clifford Idle of Columbus Junction fractured a shoulder in a barn loft fall. Idle to Muscatine General Hospital and home after cast. Idle is daughter of Mr and Mrs Oscar Tappan of Bills, Iowa, who celebrate 50th wedding anniversary Sunday. Mrs Idle may attend.
Approximately 20 senior citizens attended a Christmas program and party sponsored by Pike Grange’s community service committee. Readings and songs included Pledge of Allegiance, Jingle Bells, What the New Year Brings, and Christmas carols. Gifts, corsages, and a Christmas tree were shared, with fruit salad cookies coffee served.
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