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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1952
Page
3
A concise, solemn editorial compares worldly steadiness to divine benevolence citing Chron 16 30. It reassures readers that stability is purposeful and enduring, urging confidence in a peaceful orderly world. The tone mirrors a cautious optimism from a periodical voice.
A collage reflects on Thanksgiving turkey traditions, a chain letter hoax, teenage car fatalities and calls for stricter driving enforcement. It contrasts private hospital funding with public costs, warning that socialized medicine could raise taxes and lower care standards.
Mrs Rollie Ison of Shores Nebraska announces the engagement of their daughter Ileen to Leonard Guinn son of Mr and Mrs Guinn of the same locality.
Mr and Mrs Claire Guinn of Pierce Nebraska announce a forthcoming wedding. The couple formerly lived in Ainsworth with Mary Ann and Leonard Guinn noted among relatives in local notices.
A seller touts long lasting eight day waterless camelen batteries and declares use of distilled water with no additives. The pitch promotes Goodyear Delco and Champion batteries as dependable winter starters, arguing they cannot be beat.
Members of the Public Affairs Ilo department of Fortnightly met at the United Presbyterian Nowme Thursday for a cooperative dinner hosted by Maud Jackson. The program featured high school girls Margarette McCleery Janice Booth and Plytlis McConnell with readings accordion solos and Christmas carols led by Mary Catherine Friese.
The VW Breakfast club met at the home of Mrs. Don Hazen Thursday morning with eight members and 15 children present. Mrs. Dwight Hayes will be hostess at the next breakfast of the club.
The fourth in a series of family cooperative dinners was held at the Presbyterian church on Wednesday. Devotions led by Margaret Cowden followed the meal, then Mrs. Don Nichols discussed The Destiny of Africa, noting Africa’s potential fate in about 20 years and Africa’s openness to Christianity. Kitchen committee included Dale Connelly, Russell Bannister, John Lemmon, and Lehind Carris. The final dinner is planned for December 19 with Della Humphreys leading devotions and a film The Challenge of Africa.
The Carol Brewer Missionary Circle held its Christmas meeting at Mrs. Cloyce Tinnes home with 11 members and three guests. Mrs. Hotle led a brief business session. The program featured a Christmas story from the Bible, carols, and readings by Florence Kyle and others.
The Merry Makers club held its annual Christmas party at Mrs. Irvin Bombier’s home. Present were Mrs. Merle Howsare Mrs. Wayne Freel and guests. Officers were renamed with current leaders to remain. no January meeting due to holidays.
Fragments list multiple social gatherings and club activities. Friday Past Matron's Club potluck dinner at Mason Temple. Rebekah lodge at 1OOF hall. 25 year members honored. Various workshops, luncheons, potluck suppers, Bible study, Masonic Temple events, DeMolay activities, Golden Age club, YWCA mixers, and Christmas programs scheduled across churches and halls. Some items postponed or adjusted due to bazaars.
Several sales scheduled across Iowa with times and locations. Orr and Darbyshire advertise December 8 near Washington, and December 10 near Kalona with morning starts. Amy Hochstetler sale near Washington on December 8 and PBbb Swift December 18 nearby. Crooks and How advertise Wyman and Cotter road sale. Midway Sales Company and Kalona Sales Barn host weekly livestock auctions, with Ollie Livestock Exchange listing Tuesday sales in Ollie and Iowa operations schedule.
The Washington chapter of Rainbow Girls held a formal initiation Monday at the Masonic Temple. Marcia Miller presided as worthy advisor with Mrs Longer as mother advisor. New initiates include Rachel Crossett Marilyn Holmes Susan Miller Hilda Foster Beverly Sprague Virginia Clark Jeanne Clark Wanda Miller Patti Yeder Susie Bales Susanne Nonnan Annabelle Zeek Janet Graf Judy Fern.
The Friendly Circle club met with sixteen members and five children present. Mrs Howard Greiner led the gathering with a hymn, and plans were made for the January potluck dinner hosted by Mrs Frank Krieese. A secret sisters vote and a Christmas gift exchange followed with games and contests led by Mrs Harold Klopfenstein and Mrs Ralph Erlenbush. Refreshments were provided by several members.
Phillips Drug defeated Wagner Service 3 to 1 with Phillips 2531 and Wagner 1S93 plus 321 handicap. Durst Feed won 2 to 1 against Carpenters Union with Durst 2047 handicap and Carpenters 2021. Ross Bulldozers beat Journal Feed 2 to 1 with Ross 2810 and Journal 249 handicap. Old Pioneers defeated Paik.
Bowling results show multiple 2 to 1 defeats across leagues. Notable totals include Farmers Supply 2952 high team overall, Phillips Drug 800 high team game, Ted Brown with 268 high individual game and 613 high series. Other matchups feature Sitler Electric, Bankers, Home Lumber, and Crawfordsville teams with assorted handicaps and scores.
Peter Pan at Results Tuesday Smart Implement beat Milla 2 to 1 with 69 handicap while Sitler defeated Peter Pan 2 to 1 with 157 handicap. Benners swept Armory 3 to 0 with 51 handicap. Cox Motor beat Bankers 2 to 1. Highs include Cox Motor 2486 team series and Sitlers 245 percent. Individual leaders: Bill Sitler 254 game and 577 series. Carson 225. Mrs Oscar Sheetz underwent surgery Thursday morning at University hospital Iowa City room W 229.
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