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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1971
Page
2
A Christmas reflection celebrates the season with notes on love generosity and unity. It honors Maude Olney of Des Moines as a penwomen leader and includes a family centered piece about traditions, recipes, and the Christmas star guiding life.
A columnist argues against replacing Christ with X in Christmas. They note record shopping spending rising to 104 billion dollars, urge focus on the holiday’s true meaning, and criticize educators and business leaders who treat X as acceptable. The piece frames Christmas as overcommercialized yet invites reflection on its spiritual essence.
Dr Melva Kauffman of Hesston College Hesston Kansas will lecture at Washington Mennonite Church 815 East Polk Washington Ia on Wednesday evening Dec 8 at 7 45 PM The topic Even in Afghanistan follows a two year Afghanistan assignment sponsored by Columbia University under the United States Federal Aid Program She helped prepare curriculum materials in language arts for Afghanistan elementary public schools She is sister of Mrs Vernon Roth Rural Route 2 Washington Ia
Des Moines reports show about 80 percent of Iowans have some insurance but coverage is inadequate. Lawyer Riker cites low hospital daily rates and half coverage for surgery as key gaps. Industry officials note dated policies and rising costs limit coverages, while national plans spark debate.
Thanksgiving weekend visitors include Mr. and Mrs. David Anderson and Kathy from Cherokee and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Anderson. The Gingerich and Hickman households hosted guests, with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Schenk and others dining with the Baileys. Delmar Schlabaugh party plus Geneva Hooley joined Thanksgiving at Wellman?
Mr and Mrs M J Haberman visited daughters in Chicago and Wheaton Illinois over the weekend with Mrs Springborn and Stacey joining from Des Moines area. Attendees lingered at Ames Des Moines Ankeny Keota and Davenport families for Thanksgiving and weddings nearby.
Ricky Kindred of 302 West Fifth Street and Robert Carroll of route 2 Washington recently enlisted in the United States Army. Army recruiter Manley L. Bickford will speak with interested youths at the Selective Service office in the Journal building Washington at 11 a.m. on Mondays and Thursdays.
Mr. R. C. Williams of the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service stated that the January address reporting period is soon. All aliens in the United States must report addresses during January, with few exceptions. Forms will be available at post offices and INS offices. Willful failure to comply may lead to serious consequences.
Gregory C. Goodell son of Mr and Mrs C L Goodell of Washington became an active member of Tau Kappa Epsilon at the University of Iowa He is a senior majoring in pre medicine and studies toward medical careers
Womens footwear returns to 1940s glam with platform wedges ankle straps and wedgies dominating this season. Open sandals feature higher heels and black patent options appear alongside suede and white burlap boots with new eyelet details. Designers Herbert and Beth Levine steer boot silhouettes with a Slim Jim stretch boot.
Leather remains the top material for kids active footwear. It offers flexibility breathability and proper support with durable stitching. Though pricier, careful care extends lifespan making leather shoes a worthwhile investment in child health. Clean mud polish preserve dry in ventilated room.
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