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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1962
Page
4
The column urges calm and focus on God for mental balance and survival. It warns that a panic-stricken mind yields little productive result and emphasizes stillness through faith.
Rev. George Kerr, superintendent of the United Presbyterian Home, jokes about his tiny car and its 64 mpg while worrying about fuel for a quick, full-house trip. Jim Frier notes he attended 192 meetings last year. A local woman selects a Christmas tree with Foster Ott & Company ties, and carolers brighten a home. Weather observer Mike Logan shares a letter from Harry Spohn at the South Pole, recalling extreme cold and Antarctic visitors.
A quirky want ad reads for sale a blood hound described as very gentle and good watchdog. It adds the dog will eat anything and is especially fond of children. The note ends with doubt the ad yielded results.
Dec 11 notes recall Nette Rousseau county superintendent who once taught Summers School in Marion Township. Bruce Cowden column on Programs for Events 1883 to 1905 hints at her memory. J J Rich travels to Chenoa to attend Jacob Sahirch funeral. Bethel Mennonite church series ends.
The writer muses on aging and memory across decades from ten to forty years. They note interest in former events and people, praise Amish schooling, call for strict enforcement of laws, and question use of unmarked patrol cars versus clearly marked highway patrol cars to encourage slower driving.
Keota news reports officers elected at the Order of Eastern Star meeting. Names include Virgin ia Henderson Worthy Matron A I Fitzsimmons Worthy Patron Lydia Fleming Associate Matron Vernon Fleming Conductress Mae Herr Secretary Genevieve White Treasurer Verla Walter. Refreshments followed featuring a Santa Claus sleigh centerpiece.
Dr and Mrs Leland Sprague and three children of Gallup New Mexico are due Tuesday December 18 for a two week stay with his parents Mr and Mrs Isaac Sprague and her family the Lester McKenzies at Le Claire.
Kalona Rebekah Lodge No 84 elected officers for the coming year at the Odd Fellow hall. Mrs Harold Maxwell was named noble grand with Mrs Robert Hartley vice grand and Mrs Jack Guengerich secretary. Curtis Figgins became treasurer and L J Strickler was chosen trustee for three years. They planned a Christmas gift exchange and sewed holiday gifts for Pleasantview Home.
Karla Krotz celebrated her 5th birthday on December 4 with games lunch and gift opening. Attending were Connie and Linda Johnson Angela and Judy Kafka Sheryl Martin Shirley Coon and Diana Bruegge Karla’s sister Karen observed her sixth birthday December 3.
North-South reached 3NT after a 1NT 3NT sequence. West led spades recognizing a five trick run, but misplayed by winning the seven with the ten later. East overrode with ace on the queen, and defense failed to refute the contract. five spade tricks were possible if West had chosen different entries and timing.
Inside you and yours explains pancreatitis by detailing the pancreas digestion role, the bile duct connection, and how gallstones or mucus can block the valve. It covers symptoms, emergency needs, treatments from IV feedings to surgery, and long term changes including diet and possible repeated attacks.
Keota residents attended the Iowa State Festival of Music at Ames on Sunday with families and ISU students Dale Trier Kenny Shafer and Linda Davis in the concert. The Keota Fire Department fought a blaze at Don's Dairy on Tuesday morning causing over 100 dollars in milk product losses and unknown building damage. Dinner guests included the Lloyd Miller household plus North English and Mt. Pleasant visitors. Bill Ross returned to activity after a back confinement.
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