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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1963
Page
6
A homes’ layout should consider a baby future play area and a teen room. Parents plan expansion from nursery to playroom, with a dedicated recreation space to keep privacy. Ensure initial house size and expansion room fit long term family needs and budget. Bathroom safety rises with slip resistant tiles to reduce fall injuries.
The 28th annual Rorick reunion for Julia and William Rorick descendants was held Sunday at Wilton park shelter house. A noon potluck dinner followed by afternoon games and visiting featured attendees including Joe Stalder Dorothy Schwerdifester Richard Penny Graves Dav enport Roy Rovick Wilbur Rovick and Duane Rovick Ralph Rovick Saten Kathy Bennett Rose Rovick Wilson Ada Piersall and Olga Muscatine.
Mr Richard Stob ler was guest speaker Sunday at the Oakville Methodist Church for 27 youths at the M Y F meeting. Sharon Richardson read scripture Lillian Lehnert read a tract Fed Up Barbara Richardson and Carolyn Johnson led prayers Mary Helen Austin led singing with Barbara Brown at the piano. Leaders Mr and Mrs Robert Campbell and Mr Howard Peterson and guest Miss Jennifer Breuer Kirkwood Dunois attended.
At University Heights School a teacher asked Eva’s mother for an explanation when the missing card signed by Eva’s parents could not be found. The mother replied that Eva’s sister ate the card, a curious incident explained to the teacher.
The article extols wood decks as stylish and affordable for homeowners who are handy with tools. It describes shaping, edge on 2x4 boards for texture, built in seating, screened edges, and exposed posts to create panel-like effects. Weathered wood, paint accents, and colorful patio furniture enhance appeal.
Illinois City visitors and residents hosted a Sunday gathering with Marlin and family from Rock Island, Mr and Mrs Freyermuth and Beegle kin from Galesburg, and Muscatine guests. The Mahnards, Herrzler, Noble and Smith families plus Emma Morehaad joined a fish fry at Melvin Jacobs home in Fruitland Iowa.
The reader asks for a method to antique white enamel furniture using a glaze made from turpentine oil color and varnish. They request exact proportions for mixing and guidance on application to achieve a convincing aged finish.
Illinois City brief notes residents visiting relatives in nearby towns and moving residences for summer, with mixed mentions of Levee work and local hospital visits. The items include Mrs Rettig in Illinois City with Omaha kin, Delbert Fye relocating a trailer for summer on Brad Rd Shirkey property, and several local families visiting or traveling to Chicago Evanston and Starved Rock.
Rev Dale Bass of Oakville Methodist Church and delegates Mrs Frances Swan and Mrs Billa Creighton will attend the South Town Conference of the Methodist Church on June 10 1. They will stay at the Chamberlain Hotel in Des Moines. Oakville Boys Four meet May 6 at Mike Thornburgs home. Robin Hatton demonstrates yard conditioning techniques.
Mrs Hallie Deart attended Iowa Wesleyan College graduation in Mt Pleasant where granddaughter Mrs Craig Delzell received her degree. Delzell will teach at Mediapolis High School next year.
The Rev. Paul M. Hann spoke at Oakville Methodist Church during the Sunday consecration service with the topic The Three Ris of Religion. Ralph Brown led the building committee presentation of the new structure and a potluck dinner followed for five members and friends. Rev. and Mrs Dale Bass provided entertainment with colored slides from remodeling. Dr. and Mrs Paul Hann, district superintendent, attended the dinner.
Edward Doyle and his wife Helen Martha of 500 West Sixth Street were arrested early today on charges of disturbing the peace and intoxication. Police were called to the 500 block of West Sixth Street twice, at 4:30 and 11:20 a.m. Each freed on a $20 bond for the disturbance charges pending hearings in police court. Each pleaded guilty to intoxication and paid $10 to cover fine and costs.
The sheriff answered a call to Homer Eden Jr.’s farm near Gladwin Saturday evening after sand was poured into the diesel tractor’s crankcase, ruining the motor and halting work on the property.
Conesville Methodist Church announces new officers for the 1963 1964 church year beginning June. Key roles include Virgil Chasman as church school superintendent and David Fay as treasurer for current expenses and director of stewardship. Notable names include Lewis Peterson, Mrs Doris Peterson, Mrs Elza Hamilton, Mrs Richard Singleton, and others across boards and commissions.
A very adverse day at work with devious angles. Self-control and regard for others win. focus on being straight and kind. Aries values credit, Taurus urges careful speech, Gemini warns against tension, and each sign faces quiet lessons in restraint and practical action.
Tucson, Ariz. boot black Samuel Williams, who operates at the Pima County Courthouse, announces a new gimmick to lure lawyer customers. He has obtained a notary public commission to offer legal- compliant services and keep clients neat and legal.
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