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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1972

Page

2

Harbor Denies Link to Jepsen in GOP Candidacy

Iowa House Speaker William Harbor denies rumors tying his lieutenant governor bid to Lt. Gov. Roger Jepsen. Harbor asserts he runs on his own record and stresses good relations with Jepsen and Gov. Ray. Also noted are Harbor’s scheduled gall bladder surgery on April 11 and party calls for a treasurer election in Des Moines.

DES Moines IDPA William Harbor Roger Jepsen Harbor Henderson Republican Jepsen Robert D. Ray Speaker Harbor Murphy Memorial Hospital Red Oak Republican State Central Committee Iowa Ed Skinner Altoona

Golden Age Club Meets at YWCA In Inclement Weather

Twenty four members attend the Golden Age Club meeting at the YWCA room despite bad weather. They knot a large comforter, make a lap robe, sort materials, sew eight bean bags for the YMCA, work on quilt blocks and carpet rags, and donate items to Mrs. George Kerr for the Senior Citizens Fair in May. They also enjoy various afternoon games.

Golden Age Club Ywca Room YMCA George Kerr

Hospital Admits James Herdlicka At Ainsworth

On the record today James Herdlicka of Ainsworth was admitted to the hospital for medical care. His condition and expected stay were not disclosed.

James Herdlicka Ainsworth Medical

WRC Meeting Highlights and Local Notices in Keota

The WRC held a Friday meeting at the Fraternal Hall with 22 members. Reports show 186 cards sent 152 sick calls 127 telephone calls and $60.50 for flowers among other items. Bruce Temple discharged from Ft. Benning Ga returned home. Several locals and relatives visit for Easter.

Paul Sievert Keota W.R.C Clayton Funston Ethel Aller Ethel Stoutner Mary Roberts Clara Rebal Bruce Temple Ft. Benning Barbara Temple U.N.I Katie Temple University of Iowa Tim Temple Iowa State Mary Temple Marshalltown Alvin Bombei Paul Sievert Cedar Rapids Joan Stout Lori

Carpenters Union 1398 Sets Wednesday Meeting

Carpenters Union 1398 will convene Wednesday at 8 p.m. in the IOOF Hall to discuss union matters and upcoming activities. Members are urged to attend.

Carpenters’ Union Carpenters’ Union 1398 Ioof Hall

Social Calendar Highlights West Chester Week

West Chester civic and social groups host a multi day schedule with meetings from Tuesday through Friday. Events include Centennial Civic Club at Methodist Church basement Tops Club at YWCA 8 p.m. and 4-H skating party at the skating rink for all members.

West Chester Methodist Church Tops Club YWCA Wash. Co Registered Nurses Association M. S. Lawrence Cedar Rapids 4-H

Lee Black and Patty Lee Wedding at First Baptist

Patty Lee and Larry L. Black were married in a 7:30 p.m. ceremony March 24 at the First Baptist Church in Washington with Rev. Richard Peterson officiating. Attendants included Mrs. Gene Broders and Roger Gardner. A reception followed at the VFW Hall with about 75 guests as the couple plans a move to Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines after April 15.

Patty Lee Larry L. Black First Baptist Church Washington Richard Peterson Gene Broders Fairfield Roger Gardner Denny Black VFW Clark Air Force Base Philippines

Local Briefs Pin Fines for Traffic Offenses

William G. Eagle was fined five dollars for a noisy muffler and no valid driver's license. Dorothy Ann Wickoff of Richland paid ten dollars for failing to observe a stop sign. Calvin Dale Beachy of Kalona paid ten dollars for speeding.

William G. Eagle Dorothy Ann Wickoff Richland Calvin Dale Beachy Kalona

Easter Seal drive ends for this year in Washington

Washington County residents are urged to return Easter Seal envelopes to support crippled children and adults. The Easter Seal Society of Iowa reports over 325000 in last year’s aid including therapy, training, equipment, and education. Treasurer Geraldine Schulty notes under 2000 received to date, below last year. Scholarships available for Iowa rehabilitation students due April 15, with details by Easter Seal Society Des Moines and Des Moines offices.

Washington County Easter Seal Society of Iowa Geraldine Schulty Margi Marek Helen Peiffer Washington Business and Professional Women’s Club Easter Seal Society Washington Highland Park Station Des Moines

Veterans Groups to Attend Don Hazen Funeral

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion will attend the funeral service for Don Hazen. VFW and Auxiliary members will meet at the VFW Hall at 1 p.m. Legion members will meet at the Legion Hall at 1 p.m.

Veterans’ Groups Hazen Veterans of Foreign Wars The American Legion Don Hazen VFW Auxiliary Legion Legion Hall

Families Gather for Easter Visits Across Midwest Towns

Local residents from Kearney Nebraska to Washington Iowa and nearby areas visited relatives over Easter. Notables include Mrs G O Rude and family in town with the Harris family, James Harris returning to Vermillion SD for school, and multiple gatherings at Hagie and Dillavou homes.

G. O. Rude Kearney Neb James Harris Harris Mr. Rude Gilbert Rude Randi Rude Dan Blatton Jim Harris University of South Dakota Vermillion A. J. Morlan Centerville

Jackie Schafroth Marris Fourth Birthday

Jackie Schafroth daughter of Mr and Mrs Russell Schafroth of 815 South Avenue C celebrated her fourth birthday with her parents and brothers Jerry seven and Rusty twenty two Monday April 3. After the birthday supper cake decorated with four little happy faces instead of candles was served. Jackie received several lovely gifts for her birthday.

Jackie Schafroth Russell Schafroth South Avenue C Jerry Rusty Jackie

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