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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1952
Page
5
Editorial lauds Iowa GOP turnout at Des Moines and outlines four hot issues: corruption and reform, debt and spending, pushback against federal handouts and rising social spending, and foreign policy. It argues the convention shows broad public sentiment moving toward electing a president and urges unity for November.
Local residents from Ainsworth and surrounding areas report travel and family visits. Ben and Mrs Pitzgerald spent time near Cedar Rapids with daughter recovering from surgery while William Olinger returned from Rock Island to see daughters and relatives. Several families from Des Moines Tucson and Davenport regions were listed with social visits and community activity. blue ladies volunteers linked to the veteran hospital are noted.
Des Moines resident Cleone crashed into a parked car while a plasterer, Rice Webb, worked nearby. Webb chased the fleeing car for three blocks, noted the license plate, and alerted police. Officers found the vehicle and arrested John True, 44, on failing to leave name and address after the accident.
Mrs. Will Dea presided over the Kensington club with ten members attending. Grace Stone, president, led the business meeting and welcomed three new members. A one course luncheon featured a bunny shaped salad, pink eyes, and green gelatin, with seasonal decorations and assistance from Mrs. Claire Darby.
The OWS held its regular meeting with most officers present and voted to buy linoleum for the Masonic hall kitchen and two ante rooms. A committee of Mrs. Orie OConnor Mrs. Duane White and Mrs. Lee Norris was named to handle the purchase. The chapter voted to donate $5 to the Red Cross and refreshments were provided by Mrs. Lee Hunt Mrs. Paul Hazelett Mrs. Darold Jones and Mrs. Harry Boilean.
Junior youth fellowship meets Easter evening at 7 with Iris Plecker one mile southeast of town Cherry. Mapel leads a lesson, games planned by Shirley Knight and Cherry Mapel, and refreshments follow. Seniors meet at 7 with Carl Hawkins as worship leader and Charles Thompson as discussion leader. MYF sponsors include Mrs Leona.
Mrs. Stella McCaleb presided as nine members answered a recent call for a current event discussion. The club conducted business, then enjoyed social time and a one course luncheon hosted by the hostess at the close of the afternoon.
The Victure Again Pioneers will be present Sunday evening April 18 at the United Presbyterian church at five o clock. Colleen Townsend stars in the film sponsored by the church.
The weekly reading plan, begun in October, completes the Bible in 200 readings. Readings cover Temptation from James, the tongue, Christian hope, faith under persecution, fellowship of light, children of God, God is love, and final letters in Revelation. Roberts and Vera OConnor are named.
AINSWORTH senior class presents Men are like street Cars Friday at 7 30 pm in the high school auditorium. Director Howard Mekihin Hey notes Maudie’s attempts to hold her man cause family trouble and social tension as Davy McKilhnney and the Mason household face a crisis. Admission 36 cents children 60 cents adults.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower presided over a farewell style lunch with NATO officers in Paris amid resignation rumors reaching Washington. Reporters noted the gathering as possibly marking his departure from European defense duties as he prepared for the New Jersey primary.
A public figure announced a resignation but refused to answer questions about the move. Officials and colleagues expressed surprise while noting unclear next steps and potential leadership changes within the organization.
Dr. A. W. Clow served as judge at the area speaking contest held Saturday evening in Iowa City. Mel Houck attended and Stanley Zager was called on for an extemporaneous talk during the event.
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