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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1952
Page
3
The wedding of Miss Patricia Mahurin and Kurt L. Hauer will be held at 2 30 p m Sunday October 26 at First Presbyterian Church. Dr J M Kennedy pastor of the church will officiate. No written invitations are issued to local residents, but all members of the community are invited to attend.
Muscatine Community Players plan final rehearsal for Peg O My Heart a three act comedy to be staged Monday evening at the high school setting work goes up Saturday with two dress rehearsals Sunday at 1 pm and 7 pm curtain at 8 pm single performance. Season tickets for Peg O My Heart and Angel Street are on sale at Mintons gift shop Schreurs store or the box office.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend the wedding ceremony and the reception in the church parlors. Miss Mahurin daughter of Mrs Minnie W Mahurin 905 Leroy street works as an office nurse for Dr P Phillips. Mr Hauer son of Mr and Mrs Fred G Hauer of Bettendorf is a chemical engineer and supervisor for Grain Processing Corp Muscatine.
Keep eggs in a steady cold location in the refrigerator away from jar lids. Maintain a temperature above freezing but cold enough to slow bacterial growth for maximum freshness.
Mr and Mrs William F Boldt of 211 West Eleventh street marked their golden wedding anniversary with family dinners on Wednesday. They were married October 1, 1902, at the home of her mother Mary Dietrich with Rev J L Murphy officiating. The couple have two sons, Frederick D Boldt and William J Boldt, and three grandchildren living in Iowa, Fremont, and Evanston.
Miss Vera Ehlers of Davenport, a returned missionary to India, spoke at Grace Lutheran church for the annual Missionary society Guest Night. She described her work in India as about 75 attendees heard, with vocal numbers and xylophone selections. Next meeting is scheduled for November 6 at Mrs. Ed Horst’s home.
The Park Lane Golf and Country Club hosts a second square dance event Saturday Oct 4 at 9 pm. Open to nonmembers. contact Grace Meerdink or square dance directors Dr and Mrs Hursh, Mr and Mrs Long, and Mr A Vander Ploeg. A good turnout was reported at the first event.
Thirty two guests attended the Lady Eagles Lodge birthday event held midweek at the lodge hall. A turkey dinner featured fall flower decorations and miniature umbrella favors. Fannie Liebbe received a special gift after supervising the party.
WSCS of the First Methodist church plans a Christmas Market with a bazaar and lunch on Wednesday November 12 from 1 to 7 pm. The bazaar opens at 1 pm with doughnuts and coffee. A 5 to 7 pm cafeteria meal is offered.
Fairport church Ladies Aid organizes a Hallowe en party for Sunday school children to be held Oct 30 at the church. Mrs Maude Meeke hosted the Thursday meeting with Fern Buster leading devotions and sewing. Attendees included Wilda McKee Margaret Schroeder Fern Buster Dottie Buchele Clara Brewer Lizzie Morris Carrie Hershey Leo Martin Ruby Meeke and Maude Meeke. Another planning meeting is set for Oct 16 at Ruby Meeke’s home.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles McIntyre of Muscatine are celebrated tonight at the home of their son in law and daughter Don Hepker and wife at 925 Whicher Street. The couple wed October 3, 1898 in Muscatine and have 11 children and 34 grandchildren.
Rainbow and DeMolay groups joined a hayrack ride from the James Sywassink farm attended by about 25 people including chaperones. Lunch followed at the Sywassink home. A Rainbow stated meeting is set for 7 45 Saturday evening at the Masonic temple preceded by advisory board at 7.
Members of the Mayflower circle of First Congregational church gathered Thursday afternoon at 600 Walnut Street with Mrs. B. E. Eversmeyer hosting. Mrs. M. L. Van Wagenen led the program and Mrs. W. J. Burnett conducted devotions. A follow up event is planned for November 6 at Mrs. Harry Bowsman’s home.
Instructs rub polishing silverware prior to packing in newspaper and repeating steps to quickly rub down and wash when unpacking.
Mr. and Mrs. J R Lauderdale marked their fifty fourth wedding anniversary at the home of their daughter and son in law Mrs. and Mr. Robert Conaway. A large group of relatives and friends from Conesville Lone Tree Muscatine Bettendorf Springfield Columbus Junction Eugene and surrounding areas attended the afternoon gathering.
Two guest speakers attended the Women's Council circle meeting at First Presbyterian Church. Tamio Kato of Tokyo and Uzochuku Okeke of Nigeria shared talks on faith growth in Japan and Africa and future studies in zoology and medicine. Activities announced include Presbyterial at Iowa City on Oct 7 and a centennial synod event on Oct 14.
The Worthy High Priestess club plans a dinner at 6 30 Tuesday evening October 7 at Park Lane Golf and Country Club. Geneva Golf and Country Club women hold a bridge luncheon at 1 pm Thursday with reservations due by Tuesday night.
A bridal shower honoring Miss Patricia Mahurin fiancee of Kurt Hauer was held at Park Lane Golf and Country Club. Hostesses were Mrs Louis Weber Sr Mrs Frank Olish and Mrs Robert Toborg. Prizes in bridge went to Mrs Leonard Weber first Mrs Otto Maeglin second and Mrs Fred Hauer consolation. Corsages were given to the honoree and two other women. A tray luncheon was served with a decorated umbrella display. Guests included many We bers and local residents from Muscatine Davenport Clinton and Anamosa.
Mrs. C. A. Best of Seattle visits Columbus Junction. Former English teacher Rose McGlennon led a luncheon at Mrs. H. W. Pedersen home and a dinner at Epicurean club with many former pupils and friends.
The guidance says shrink‑resistant wool socks can be washed in lukewarm soapsuds and rinsed frequently without worry. Sock stretchers are unnecessary as the socks will retain their shape through many launderings.
The P. M. Musser public library will close at 7 p.m. Tuesday Oct. 7 to allow the staff to attend a hearing by the legislative study committee on Iowa's Old Age and Survivor Insurance program. Reading rooms and service departments close then.
Guidance urges homeowners to have floor furnaces checked by an expert at least once every year to ensure safe operation and prevent potential hazards. Regular professional inspection can identify worn components, ventilation issues, and efficiency problems before they worsen.
Carl Houdek and his little black kit have tuned pianos for over four decades. With more than 20 090 tunings and about 1 770 000 tones adjusted, his Harmony service brings music to homes. Call 607 for piano tuning. he visits homes and offers reasonable fees.
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