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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1952

Page

2

Paxson and Krause Wed in Astoria Ceremony

Joleen Paxson daughter of Mrs. W. F. Paxson of Ill and Robert G. Krause of Keota wed Saturday afternoon August 2 in the Meth odist parsonage Astoria Oregon. Rev Sydney B Gaith conducted a double ring ceremony in the presence of friends. The bride wore a blue dress with blue accessories and pink carnations in a corsage. She wore her mother’s heart locket on a navy velvet ribbon and carried a pink handkerchief. Wren of honor Mrs Richard Green wore a blue dress with navy accessories.

Joleen Paxson Robert Krause Astoria Oregon Jocleen R. Paxson W. F. Paxson Ill Rich Langue Robert G. Krause A. R. Krause Keota Methodist Sydney B. Gaithpastor Methodistsh Mary Frances Erwin Olds Jn Richard Green Astoria Wren Honor

White Carnations at Astoria Wedding

Richard Green SII of Astoria former Cody Wyoming acted as best man. The couple planned a reception after the ceremony in the bride and groom’s apartment with coffee and cake served by Mrs Jerold Barrow Astoria. The bride a Richland High School graduate worked at Washington National Insurance in Evanston NL. The groom a Keota High School graduate 1950 attended Iowa Wesleyan Mt Pleasant and has been in the Navy since March 5 1951. They will live at 391 Taylor St Astoria after a seaside Oregon honeymoon.

Richard Green Sii Astoria Cody Wyoming Jerold Barrow Barrow SN U.S.N.S

Appeal for Nurses in Polio Epidemic Areas

The Red Cross issued an urgent appeal for at least 1000 nurses to work in polio stricken areas in the Midwest and Eastern states where outbreaks have stretched local nurses. The appeal emphasizes the shortage during the recent surge in poliomyelitis.

Washington,uv Red Cross The

Social Calendar Packed Week At Local Clubs

A week of meetings and gatherings from Monday to Friday lists Knights of Pythias, Pansy Hill Family picnic and Several homemaker and luncheon events at Sunset Park and local clubs. Activities include golf tournament guest day, Masonic Temple prayer services, and Christian Fellowships with material drives and group meetings. Local reservations and transport details noted for several events.

Pansy Hill Stan Kiesey Rosemary Club Rex Crandall Homemakers Club Sunset Park LBC Club Fred PD. Stewart St. James Social Hall Washington Lunich Christian Women's Fellowship Dave Thompson Dan Storms Jennie Adams

Quiz Davenport Woman In Shooting of Boy

Sheriff Pete Wildman questioned Dorothy Stubbs 21 of Buffalo Iowa about a shotgun blast that wounded 10 year old Eugene Doss near her home. Eugene was treated at St Luke's Hospital and was not in serious condition. The woman said she waved the gun to frighten the boy after he insulted her.

Davenport Cup Pete Wildman Dorothy Stubbs Buffalo Iowa Eugene Doss Stubbs Eugene St. Luke's Hospital

New Ban on Sale of Iowa Hogs Extended

Des Moines reports the State Department of Agriculture issues an order prohibiting sale or resale of hogs for feeding until at least 30 days in the owner’s possession. The rule closes loopholes after prior feeder hog import ban and warns itinerant truckers and dealers. Vesicular exanthema incubation ranges 72 hours to 21 days. the 30 day rule aids infection tracking by veterinarians.

Des Moines State Department of Agriculture Clyde Spry Secretary of Agriculture Towa Department of Agriculture Spry

Tenant Stranded After Landlord Removes Stairways

In Omaha Mrs. Willie Anderson and her five children are confined to their upstairs apartment after landlord George Hudson removed the front and rear stairs amid a possession dispute. He says she refused to move for repairs, while city officials condemn the building as unsafe. The oldest son, Charles 13, escaped to solid ground via a clothesline as neighbors helped with groceries and ice.

Omaha Willie Anderson George Hudson Andersons Hudson Anderson Charles Terra Firma

Family Reunions Highlight August Gatherings Across Communities

The August family reunion season drives local gatherings with the Meyers at Grace Hill in a noon basket dinner and officer elections. Davison and Nicola clans host annual picnics at Sunset park and other sites with dinners, business meetings, and plans for next year’s reunions.

John Rebecca Meyer Grace Hill Ernest Meyer Wes Meyer Mary Sherlock John Williams Omal Sankey Kenneth Margaret Curtis Asahel Robertson Dale Robertson Maureen Dale Jay Marion Robertson Marilyn Roberta Donald Larry Kenneth Aller Kathie Rae Patty Shelby Erna Lee Ronnie Maurice Meyer Richard Martha Max Theodore Meyer Dean and Davis Delbert Lewis Connie Duane Arthur Peters Davison Sunset Park John St. Wagner Russell Davison Roland Armstrong John H. Wagner Don Neff Trog Ezra Wittmer Elmer Neff Mes H. R. Neff Homer Davison Dale Bain Leroy Donna Allen Dorothy Wayland Charlie Davison Brighton Mary, Wittmer Chicago Daryl Wittmer Muscatine Robert Roger Judy Kathys Moline Washington Howard Wagner Fred Waxner Lorel Garrett Kas Carol Wanda Alliman Reta Allred Kinys

Marcellus Nicola Family Members Present at Gathering

Mrs. Eva Brinks and A. L. Nicola represented the Marcellus Nicola family in Fairfield. Mrs. W. L. Johnson of Powell Wy., the sole other living member, could not attend.

Hootman Fairfield Eva Brinks A. L. Nicola Marcellus Nicola W. L. Johnson Powell Wvyo

Arizona Joins Union as Final Admitted State

Arizona becomes the last state admitted to the United States, completing the union. The inclusion marks the final expansion of statehood in the historical sequence.

Arizona

Correction to Tom Duncan ad wording in Journal

A typographical error in Monday's Journal altered Tom Duncan advertisement text. The corrected paragraph states you may buy a summer dress at sale price and select another dress for just one dollar from a designated group.

Tom Duncan

World's Largest Lumber Yard Highlighted in Lewiston

A feature on Lewiston Idaho showcases the world’s largest lumber yard. The article notes vast timber inventories, logging heritage, and the city’s role in regional timber distribution. Local workers and firms are cited as key players in this industry landmark.

Lewiston Idaho

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