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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1944
Page
3
Study guide titled Lesson for August 27 presents subjects and Scripture texts chosen by the International Council of Religious Education. The material appears copyrighted and used by permission for instructional use.
The lesson reflects Saul as Israel’s first king, chosen by God and anointed by Samuel, highlighting his initial humility, proper moral guidance, and early public recognition. It stresses the need for begun beginnings, principle-guided rule, and forgiving spirit amidst opposition.
More than 9,000,000 pounds of pork were wasted last year after 64,264 hogs were found dead on arrival at the stockyards.
St Pauls Evangelical and Reformed branch holds morning worship at 9 30 with Sunday school at 10 80 a m sermon Fox hole Religion union park service at 8 p m last union service Dr Fred Miller of the Methodist church to preach choir practice Saturday 7 30 Bible school 10 30 classes for all ages Melo Vadha Supt 7 30 evangelistic service Our Lord Jesus Christ Coming Again message 8 00 Wednesday Bible study and prayer Matt 14 all invited A E Diddams pastor
Catholic church bulletin notes Masses at seven and nine in the morning led by Rev. H. J. Corcoran, pastor.
The notice lists Sunday school at 9 45 a m and a youth meeting at 7 p m There is no morning service because the minister will be at Hedrick The union park service is at 8 p m Alfred Trenerry is the minister.
Methodist Church holds morning worship at 10 45 with sermon The King Is Dead In Central Park union service at 8 00 p m ministers preach chorus sings Organ prelude and postlude and listed solos and anthems by Marion Timmons Mrs Dop Livingston Mrs Milo Sorden Edna M Klein and Fred E Miller directs music
At Trinity Lutheran Church Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. and divine services conducted by Pastor Alton Koei of Mt. Pleasant. Minutes show a calm worship schedule with Sunday school first and worship following led by Pastor Koei.
Pastor E. H. Wendland invites congregants to Immanuel Lutieran on 832 E Washington for Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. The sermon will compare secular and Christian education using God's Word and invites attendance.
Christian church invites all to hear L. Welshous Jr son of Rev and Mrs Welshous Ottumwa Va veteran of two years in the southwest Pacific speak at both services next Sunday. Morning worship at 11 00 am sermon Miracles in the Fox holes of New Guinea Commandos 7 00 pm evangelistic service 8 00 pm sermon Thirty five days behind the Japanese Lines hopefully.
Sunday school at 10 a.m. Morning worship at 11 a.m. Sermon titled Fox-hole Religion. Last union service in the park this year with Dr. Fred Miller of the Methodist church preaching. An attendance goal of 100 percent is urged.
Bethel church announces there will be no Sunday school or church service next Sunday. Pastor W. Z. Allen states the schedule is suspended.
The New Haven Baptist Church lists morning worship at 11:00 AM and Sunday school led by Lloyd Wilson as superintendent. A youth meeting is planned for Tuesday evening August 29 at the parsonage. The church expresses sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Jake Seethout and family for their recent bereavement. Arthur Peters, pastor.
The West Chester Methodist Church announces a 10:00 a.m. Sunday school led by Walter Duvall and a farewell social for departing youths in the church parlors Thursday evening. An official board meeting is also set for Thursday with full attendance urged. Regular worship follows at 11:00 a.m. with a sermon by the pastor A Cooperat ive Church. A special duet by Mrs Pauline Stewart and Margaret Munster. Sunday evening youth fellowship meets at 7:15 p.m. led by Priscilla Porter. Union services resume the first Sunday in September with Rev. Arthur Peters preaching at the Methodist church led by Pastor H. W. Munster.
The Church of Christ schedules Sunday school at 9 45 and communion at 10 45 with no preaching service. The Church of the Nazarene on East Jefferson Street holds morning worship at 11 a m, a young people's service at 7 30 p m, and an evening service. Mid week prayer meeting is Wednesday evening. James Robbins is the pastor.
Calvary Baptist at 2nd Ave near Jefferson holds 8:30 AM service followed by a message on The Believer in Christ from the study of Corinthians.
The weekly Lesson-Sermon title Christ Jesus appears in all Christ Scientist Churches on Sunday August 27 with the Golden Text from Isaiah 49 5 and quotes from the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. The cited Bible passage Mark 9 25 27 describes Jesus healing a boy by casting out a foul spirit. The Science and Health selection notes Christ Truth demonstrated to prove Spirit over flesh healing sickness and destroying sin.
Sunday school at 10 A M led by Herbert Campbell. Morning worship at 11 A M with the sermon A Favorite Text. Youth Fellowship 6 30 P M. Evening sermonette 8 P M. Church night services next Wednesday and the first quarterly conference of the year with Dr Weis from the district.
Beginning Sunday evening the Calvary Baptist Church will host a series on the second coming of Jesus Christ led by Pastor Diddams. The first sermon dated August 27 asks if the coming is imminent and emphasizes what God says.
The General meeting of the W. C. S. was held at the church Thursday afternoon with eighteen members present. Q O J Fix served as pastor.
Prairie Flower Baptist Church eight miles northwest of Washington hosts Bible school at 10:00 led by Superintendent Clift Reeves with classes for all ages. Morning worship at 11:00 studies in I Corinthians. Evening services and midweek gatherings announced with Young People's fellowship at the Knupp home.
Sabbath school begins at 10:00 led by John Koehler Jr, Supt. Morning worship at 11:00 with sermon on paganism pioneers at 7:30. YPCU meeting at 7:36 led by Max White Jr. Herbert M. Glass serves as student pastor.
The notice lists Sabbath school at 10 18, morning worship at 11 15 with no evening services this Sunday. It urges attendance at Washington park services, noting this will be the last park service of the year. Union Sunday evening services resume in September at the Methodist church with the pastor delivering the message.
Crawfordsville churches list Sunday school at 10 00 A M and morning worship at 11 00 A M with themes What Will We Call Him and The End of Life A special speaker Fredrick Westbrooke attends the August Quarterly Conference while Pastor R M McCracken and Mrs Ida Wooley are noted for duties Union service at 8 00 P M on the day.
Ottumwa native L. E. Welshons Jr a disabled veteran with two years in the southwest Pacific will speak at both Christian Tabernacle services this Sunday on Miracles in the Foxholes of New Guinea and Thirty-five Days Behind the Japanese Lines.
All former Highland Social club members invited to the annual picnic on August 26 in Washington. Local residents and families, including Have, Sankey, Campbell, Owens, Murphy, Stacy, Kroty, Letts, Soukup, Martin, Coon, Lewis, and Noel, are noted visiting relatives and hosting gatherings across Washington and nearby towns.
Guidance on treating fruit stains with boiling water for washable fabrics. If stubborn on white or cotton, use hydrogen peroxide or chlorine bleach. For non washables apply 10 percent acetic acid solution to sponge colors. For color safe materials, sponge with warm water then hydrogen peroxide.
No service this week at Presbyterian church. Rev. H. N. Poston is pastor. Salem church holds worship at 9:45 A M on Sunday with Sunday school at 10:45 A M. Young Peoples service at 7:30 and Evening service at 8:00 P M.
Postwar prospects show fierce competition among fibers as synthetic producers push aggressive marketing and relentless research. Natural fiber markets may not be immediately threatened, but rapid scientific advances will force adjustments for established textile industries.
When stockings vary in shade, try the market dye kit. Begin by using dye remover to strip as much of the old color as possible.
When washing neckwear or small items use a quart mason jar filled with sudsy water. Immerse the item, seal the jar, and shake to agitate. Washing in a tub or bowl wastes hot water and soap, resources needed for war efforts.
Grease stained garments should be washed if possible. Inspect children's coats dresses leggings and snow suits before storage. Use lukewarm water and minimal soap to form a three inch suds. Wash pieces separately to prevent color bleed. Remove tacks buckles and trimmings before washing.
Tahiti exports about 125000 tons of phosphorus annually in normal times. The figure reflects typical shipment levels acknowledged in regional trading reports.
Historic clash off Ocracoke North Carolina ended when Lieutenant Maynard felled Blackbeard after five pistol wounds and twenty sword wounds.
After World War I, farm income stayed pressured by inflation until 1919 when it rose 133.7 percent above 1913 prewar levels. Deflation began in 1920 and the full impact hit in 1921.
Canned fruits and vegetables lose nutritive value color flavor and texture when stored too long. Housewives are advised to use up supplies from one canning season to the next to preserve quality.
Broccoli thrives in early summer and autumn with best quality. Set out with cabbage for an early crop. Sow seed once ground is prepared or delay to May for fall harvest. About 70 days pass before edible heads develop.
The article notes that about 12 percent by weight of corn or wheat is needed to produce a barrel of industrial alcohol, which can then yield enough smokeless powder to fire a 12 inch shell.
The Town council of Ainsworth Washington County Iowa will meet Sept 6 1944 at Town Hall Spam Taxpayers will be heard for or against the estimate of expenditures for the year beginning April 1 1945 A detailed statement of receipts and disbursements past and anticipated will be available at the hearing Charles Jenkins Town Clerk Estimated Taxes per 1000 of assessed value 1589 Taxable valuations 1942 0-0 Moneys and credits 1948 178640 40 3 55642.00
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