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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1973

Page

3

Pamela Singleton Weds Mark Riffel In Keota Ceremony

Pamela Jean Singleton daughter of Mr and Mrs Dale Singleton of Keota wed Mark Riffel son of Mr and Mrs William Iffel of What Cheer at Wesley United Methodist Church Keota. The seven o clock service featured a double ring ceremony with a white polyester lace gown and bouquet of daisies chrysanthemums and yellow roses. Attendants included Pam Miller maid of honor Lois Wilbour and Deborah Shafer. Best man Kevin Wilbour groomsmen Dennis Moore Pat White and Kenneth Singleton. Reception for 250 followed. The couple plans a Niagara Falls honeymoon and will reside in What Cheer. The bride is a cosmetologist and the groom works for Standard Oil and fur buying with his father.

Pamela Jean Singleton Dale Singleton Keota Mark Riffel William Iffel What Cheer Wesley United Methodist Church Don Callen Chure Pam Miller Lois Wilbour Karla Peiffer Iowa Deborah. Shafer Omaha Kevin Wilbour Dennis Moore Pat White Kenneth Singleton Singleton Cheer Elvin Shafer Tom Brown Niagara Falls Americana School of Beauty Indian Hills Ottumwa Standard Oil

Troop 242 Scouts Camp Two Nights Near Kalona

Forty five Scouts and Scouters of Troop 242 spent two spring nights camping on the hills above the English River near Kalona. The event featured cross country gear transport, blue flags for camp layout and improvement, and interpatrol competition. Volunteers led skill sessions in map sketching firebuilding cooking camping nature wildlife evidence rock hunting axe knife bow saw and observation hiking. Awards went to Stacy Bandy's War Chief Patrol and Jeff King's Play Boy Patrol for first and second, with Steve Kerr's Blue Devil Patrol third. Church trail services were led by Dan Bruegge and Randy Russell. adults and parents assisted with transport and support. May activities include planting a Good Will project and a canoe trip over Memorial Day focusing on personal fitness and forestry.

English River Kalona Paul Bunyan Randy Russell Bill Tisor Mike Craig Dan Bruegge Ray Garton Tom Schneider Tim Banks Scott Hotle Stacy Bandy Blue Flag Patrol Jeff King Play Boy Patrol Steve Kerr Blue Devil Patrol Mike Zenr Mike Dickerson Bill Robbins Keiffer Garton Lou Pailliotet Darrell Bandy Ward Latcham

On the Record Hospital Admits and Dismissals

The record lists admissions on Saturday including Rosa Thrasher Cotter Virgil B. Davis Addie Thompson William Gross Daryl Dunbar Gilbert Lance Francis Roth and Clarence Jacobs Miss Nancy Tobin and Mrs George Murphy. today also notes Nancy Tobin surgical and transfers. Dismissals include Miss Virginia Norris Mrs Russell Hemerick Terry Gosling Mrs Clem Chalupa Mrs Carl Williams Columbus Junction and others with transfers to University Hospital Iowa City.

Rosa Thrasher Cotter Virgil B. Davis Washington Addie Thompson William Gross Ashington Daryl Dunbar Gilbert Lance Francis Roth Clarence Jacobs Nancy Tobin Ainsworth Surgical George Murphy Ainsworth Donald Day Columbus Junction Robert Nebel Virginia Norris Russell Hemerick Terry Gosling Clem Chalupa Richland Carl Williams Loel Letts Max Goodlander Leonard Horak University Hospital Iowa City Mae Randall

District V BPW Meeting Highlights Intercultural Arts

BPW members at District V Iowa meeting in Iowa City featured Finnish gymnastics and dances by the University of Iowa Women’s Physical Education Department directed by Tepa Haronoja. Delegates from Washington and Cedar Rapids attended. Pat Lowe and Jean Moore elected district director and secretary-treasurer. Knoxville invited for fall meeting. The event, led by Helen Hatch, promoted cooperation with a meditation by Dr. Woodrow Mortis and an inspirational talk by Helen Harris.

University of Iowa Iowa Federation of Business and Professional Women Iowa City Tepa Haronoja BPW Washington Fran Roland Katherine Eagle Geraldine Schulty Arlene Blaine Maybelle Edwards Fran Miller Pat Lowe Jean Moore Cedar Rapids Knoxville Helen Hatch Newton Woodrow Mortis Helen Harris

Social Calendar Week of Meetings and Events

A packed social calendar lists numerous clubs and meetings across Monday to Friday. Highlights include a Monday music department concert at the Junior High School, a Tuesday lineup with Fortnightly Club breakfast and Y Wives dessert luncheon, and Wednesday events such as Ainsworth CES and various club gatherings at Captain's Table and other venues. Various organizations note speaker sessions, craft activities, plant exchanges, and junior community group activities across Washington County venues.

J. W. Helscher VW Room Wellman Handcraft Henry Rees Washington County Registered Nurses Association J.C. Timmerman Iowa City Shiloh Sunshine Sisters Wes Ramsey Washington County Developmental Center Y-Wives Ainsworth Ces Masonica Temple Alpha Chi Delta Kappa Gamma Captain's Table Senior Citizens Movies Marion Hobby Club Russell Payne Don Bartholomew Bulb Exchange Just Us Captain's Clarence Logan

Beason injured by zip boom on KC power truck

Marion Beason of Excelsior Springs formerly of Washington, a supervisor for Kansas City Power and Light, was injured April 24 when a zip boom on an aerial bucket truck fell 12 feet crushing his right foot. He underwent surgery to pin bones and receive over 100 stitches at Trinity Lutheran Hospital Kansas City. He is the son of Esta Beason and twin brother of Marguerite Wehr. Contact from Washington friends is welcomed.

Marion Beason Excelsior Springs Washington Kansas City Power and Light Company Trinity Lutheran Hospital Kansas City Beason Esta Beason

Duvall Announces Engagement to Ron Lee

Mr and Mrs John E Duvall of rural West Chester announce the engagement of their daughter Christine to Ron Lee son of Mr and Mrs Wesley D Lee of Ethel Mo Both seniors at Ouri University Kirksville Vows set for August 5 at United Methodist Church in West Chester

John E. Duvall West Chester Christine Ron Lee Wesley D. Lee Ethel, Mo Miss Duvall Ouri University Kirksvill United Methodist Church

Honor Lucetta Hayes at Friday bridal shower

Lucetta Hayes bride elect of Randy Jirsa was honored at a miscellaneous shower hosted by cousins Mrs Jerry Greiner and Mrs Terry Greiner near Keota. Relatives contributed a scrapbook for the couple and shared advised, with sister Mrs Mark Bjorndal assisting opening gifts.

Lucetta Hayes Randy Jirsa Jerry Greiner Terry Greiner Keota Mark Bjorndal Burlington

Club Activities At W C T U and LBC Gatherings

The Women’s Christian Temperance Union met Friday at United Presbyterian Home parlor with Vera Buchanan and Helen Wylie hosting. Vera Wylie led devotions and Helen Wylie read selected verses from SL Timothy and offered a prayer. Aurora McIntyre led the program citing alcohol and drug risks while Mrs. Ross Copeland read a Governor’s Proclamation on Youth Temperance Education Week. Fifty posters were distributed to churches and schools. The meeting closed with the Lord’s Prayer. LeccLuB hosted by Mrs. Arthur Luensing with Mrs. Lloyd Duensing. bingo preceded refreshments. Next LBC meet is with Mrs. George Dare on May 17.

Women’s Christian Temperance Union United Presbyterian Home Vera Buchanan Helen Wylie Gleen Ruth McDowell Aurora McIntyre Ross Copeland

Legion Post 29 to Meet Tuesday Evening

The regular meeting of American Legion Post No. 29 is scheduled for Tuesday at 7 30 p.m. at the Legion Hall.

American Legion Legion

Salad and dessert recipes from Today edited collection

A collection of home cooking recipes including Salmon salad with peas eggs celery pecans and blue cheese dressing, Strawberry Shortcake with fresh strawberries and cream, Mustard Sauce for ham, and a Walnut Cracker dessert baked in a pie pan. Clear practical steps and common pantry ingredients are provided.

Helene B. Dillon

Golden Touch Decorating marks fourth anniversary sale in Washington

Golden Touch Decorating in Washington celebrates four years on the southwest square with a three day anniversary event and sales specials lasting through May. The shop announces continuous discounts as it marks its milestone in the city.

Golden Touch Decorating Washington

Rev Gravvat to Speak at Washington Nazarene Services

The Washington Church of the Nazarene invites the public to attend nightly services April 29 through May 6. Rev Harold Gravvat of Anna Illinois, an elder in the Church of the arena and fulltime evangelist, will speak each night with special music. Pastor Joseph Shimko Jr. notes Gravvat’s 30 years in ministry and his Illinois roots.

Washington Church of the Nazarene Harold Gravvat Anna, Ill Church of the Arena Joseph Shimko Jr Gravvat Ilinois

UNI Course Offers College Credit in Education Psychology 20:191g

The University of Northern Iowa Extension Division will offer a 3 semester hour course Educational Psychology 20 191g Supervision of Student Teaching at Washington High School from June 11 to June 29. Sessions meet 430 PM to noon Monday through Friday. Instructors include Robert Andrews and UNI coordinator of student teaching Cedar Rapids. Fees due at first meeting with 5 late fee. Undergraduate 102 graduate 105. Contact E K Schlapkohl Superintendent Washington Community Schools 303 East Jefferson Washington Iowa 52353.

University of Northern Iowa Extension Division Washington High School Robert Andrews UNI Cedar Rapids E.K. Schlapkohl Washington Community Schools East Jefferson Washington Iowa

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