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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1929
Page
8
Charles Reuter of Solon and Beatrice Scott of Riverside secured a marriage license here this morning. Mr and Mrs Neil Trotman on a trip to Cedar Rapids for business. Maurine and Jack are mentioned as children in the family.
Mrs Walter Peterson entertained the Natural club at her East Madison home with three bridge tables and a two course luncheon served by Mrs Peterson and Elsie Moser. Guests included Mrs Frank Cramer of Trenton and Mrs Cloud Willits.
Ten years ago today Miss Virginia Droz of Keota visited Miss Maude Miller. A local ad promotes wallpaper remnants at special prices and a De Luxe Electric floor polisher to reduce labor. GEO. L. McDANIEL Druggist notes hog top at 11.75 with weather forecasts predicting showers tonight.
The group held its business meeting with Mrs. Anna Bowman presiding and annual reports from officers. A host of members served refreshments as activities and plans for bake sales and a Jubilee project were discussed. Also noted were a youth group plan for girls and a pot luck supper.
Belle Banks and Floyd Crayne presented a paper on citizenship. Mr Thomas performed piano pieces. Sun shine community club members braved rain to meet Mrs Walter Gardner with spring bouquets and flower games. Refreshments by Mrs Ralston and Mrs Belter. Next meeting hosted by Mr Joe Kloffenstein inviting members to bring mothers or friends.
An all day meeting is set for Pleasant Hill church on Sunday April 28. Families are asked to bring four dishes to pass along with sandwiches and pie for the family.
The J. A. ht. meets at the hall 8 15 to attend Comrade Joseph Reiner's funeral with J. A. Embree as commander. The Snowball social club plans a meeting or flower exchange with Mrs. Clarence Fulton Wednesday at 10.
The afternoon literature department meets with Mrs. W. A. Anderson on Monday afternoon to discuss ongoing reading plans and schedule future sessions.
Local residents visit Washington for shopping and social trips. Adlle Tappen, former Lemmon jeweler aide, now at Boyson in Cedar Rapids, attends events with C. S. Lemmon guest at a State Jewelers convention. Willis, Kalona and Riverside residents travel through Washington for shopping and greetings.
Mrs. Margaret Jobison travels from Les Moines to attend her father Joseph Reiner's funeral. Mrs. Augustin Lester returns from Savannah Missouri visiting her father Thomas L Johnston for health. D F Macon auctioneer Washington Ia. Mrs. F L VanHorn back from Cotter business in Washington. Mrs. Bert Pierce returns from visiting near West Chester with the Lane family. Fred J L Stewart Hardware advertises refrigerators with 100 pounds Crystal Tea from Washington Ice Co. Edna Arnold visits grandmother Mrs. J M Snyder then heads to Lockridge, plans Fairfield stop. Kenneth Anderson, Luther College chorus member from north of town, touring Nebraska. Schmoeller Bros advertises extra pants with suit. Martha Jones travels from Washington to Ainsworth for weekend with John Jones. Oscar Haney opens new dining room after redecor and lunch. Mr and Mrs H W Russell to return from California soon. Ruth Wilson from Cedar Falls to visit parents Charles and Ruth Wilson.
Community groups announce April 29 to May 2 gatherings. Priscilla club hosts luncheon April 30 at Mrs. O. BE. Helwick’s. lostess notices requested if Joe is unable to attend. H J duty to meet May 2 with Mrs. Golia Mier for fourth home furnishings lesson. bring linen samples and heirlooms. BK O W club to meet May 2 with Mrs. Sam Himmelich. Havre Social club May 2 at Mrs. Will McBride’s with a flower exchange. Linger Longer club meets May 1 with Mrs. Joe Nebergall. notes due. Farm Bureau meeting at Living Lake school Monday night, April 29. Thrift club guests of Mrs. J E. Ream Tuesday afternoon at 406 East Main.
A concise aphorism on human nature notes that the greatest teachers of humanity are the lives of great men. The quote attributes insight to C. 1 Fowler.
Radio listings detail Sunday features across WJZ WIZ WEAF and other networks. Performances include Alfredo Casella with soloists, John Charles Thomas with orchestra, Frances Alda with orchestra, a Russian cathedral choir, and a Napoleonic drama. The schedule notes times in eastern standard time.
Announcement of a military honors ceremony for Joseph Reiner, Civil War veteran, to be held next Monday morning under Leon Beatty post Ameri can Legion. Funeral at nine at St James Catholic Church with I G Whitepost G A R and local Daughters of Veterans groups. Washington band leads to Elm Grove Cemetery. Legion post provides escort and firing squad.
Miss Rose Goldener traveled from iXecota to Washington for a day of shopping. Mrs John Pehler and son Frederick visited relatives in Keota. Mrs Nettie Seaton came from Keota to spend the day at the Will Shuman home. Mrs Alvie Boilean left Ainsworth for a day with daughter Mrs George Hindall. Margaret Livingston and Mrs G Robertson of Morning Sun headed to Columbia Missouri to visit Bain Boller and Mrs Puppertson's daughter at Stephens College. Hubert Beal returned from Town City to spend the weekend at the William Beat home.
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