Community Honours Ullrichs in Haskins Farewell Party
About thirty neighbors surprised F. J. Ullrich and wife at their Haskins home last Friday with dancing and an oyster supper. The event celebrated their move to Lone Tree where Ullrich will lead a new Eclipse Lumber yard. The evening also included a dramatic art recital by Mrs. Della Hillhouse’s students and a Methodist Ladies Aid social with varied performances and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Ullrich
Haskins
Ullrich
Highland Four
T. M. O'Connor
Myrtie O'Connor
Joe McGraw
Pat Boyd
Lone Tree
Eclipse Lumber Yard
Della Hillhouse
South
Iowa Avenue
Hillhouse
Waite
Des Moines
Jessie Kerr
Billy Brad
Norine Hillhouse
Vernette Johnson
Mary
Howard Benn, Jr
Marie Jackson
Alex
Mary Kerr
van Dyke
Vera Keating
Cuba
Elizabeth Lohberger
Mandy
Mable Moore
Miss Hazy
BiseGlass Burner
Ladies Aid Society
The
Methodist Church
Country Club
T. F. Barker
Japan
Howard McCleery
Jesse Miller
Gardner
Helen Work Scott
Priscilla Morrison
Methodist
George Brinton
Milk Route Wreck Involves Jay Brewer And Damaged Wagon
Jay Brewer’s milk wagon overturned after shying horse and auto encounter near the road ditch. Bottles were smeared on the outside but interior content was fine, though several dozen bottles broke and milk spilled. No one was hurt. Brewer apologizes for missed deliveries.
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Jay Brewer
Jay
Mr. Brewer
Auto Licenses Climb as Registration Rush Nears
By noon today 1392 automobile licenses had been issued for next year at the county treasurer office. With half the month gone, less than a third of county cars are registered, signaling a likely last week rush. Officials urge residents to register now to avoid delay on good roads.
Parrish Widow Ella D Doig Parrish Dies at Bridgewater
Mrs. Ella Doig Parrish dies at her Bridgewater Iowa home on December 16 after a two month illness. Her sister Mrs Sylvester Mason of West Third Street mourns her loss. Parrish grew up in Washington and many old friends offer remembrances.
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Sylvester Mason
West Third Street
Ella Doig Parrish
Parrish
Bridgewater
Iowa
Washington
Duke on Third All State Lester Duke Honored on Team
Des Moines Register selects Lester Duke of Washington Grinnell as tackle on its all state college team. He has been a mainstay of the Grinnell line for two years and is credited as one of the best linemen in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester Duke
Washington
Grinnell College
Des Moines Register
Duke
Christmas Bridge Club Tenants Host at South Marion Home
The Misses Bridges will entertain the Tuesday night bridge club at their home on South Marion Avenue tomorrow evening. It will be a Christmas party and, as is the custom, the members will have a Christmas exchange.
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Misses Bridges
South Marion Avenue
Box and Candy Social at Havre School
A box and candy social will be held at Havre School one half mile south of Havre on Tuesday evening December 18. The program starts at eight oclock. Ladies are asked to bring boxes. Organizing contact Marie Wenger, 25913.
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Havre
Marie Wenger
Oyster supper bazaar hosted by Haskins Ladies Aid Society
The Ladies Aid Society of Haskins invites the public to an oyster supper and bazaar in the church basement on Tuesday evening December 18. Proceeds support church and community projects.
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Ladies Aid Society of Haskins
Alma Hearne-Holland Missionary Society Meet at Church
The Missionary Society of the Methodist church will meet at the church Tuesday evening at 6 15. Members are asked to bring their own dishes and sandwiches and one dish of food.
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Alma Hearne
Holland Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Christmas Program Planned at No 4 School
A Christmas program will be given at No 4 School three miles southeast of Washington on Thursday evening December 20. The Harmony Club and district ladies will serve cafeteria lunch to raise funds for a new porch. Teacher Marie Landau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
No. 4
Washington
Harmony Club
Teather
Marie Landau
Whats
Booster club Christmas exchange at Mrs Jarrard home
The Booster club holds its Christmas exchange at the home of Mrs Earl Jarrard on Wednesday afternoon with an election of officers during the gathering.
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Earl Jarrard
Christmas program and luncheon by Rebekahs families
The Rebekahs and families plan their annual Christmas program and luncheon at the hall on Wednesday evening. December 19.
Ladies Aid Society Meets at Pleasant Hill Church
Notice says the Ladies Aid Society of Pleasant Hill church will meet Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Lewis Baker. Members are asked to bring jars of fruit for the orphans' home. Bot
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Ladies Aid Society of the
Pleasant Hill Church
Lewis Baker
Christmas toy and book drive at city court house
Interchurch committee asks for toy book and gift donations to be left in the court house rest room before Friday December 1st. Used toys in good condition will be accepted and distributed to city children in need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Interchurch Committee
Court House
Regular meeting notices from local clubs
Notice lists Pythian Sisters meeting Tuesday at 7 39 PM with a Christmas gift limit of twenty five cents and refreshments. Kolah club to meet Wednesday afternoon with Mrs Neil Trotman. Priscilla club to meet Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Frank Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kolah Club
Neil Trotman
Priscilla Club
Frank Stewart
American Legion Auxiliary Meeting and Christmas Exchange
Regular meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary is set for Tuesday at 7 30 PM in Legion rooms with officer elections and other business. The hostess committee, Mrs Walter Connor and Miss Francis Wilson, will meet Thursday afternoon December 20 with Mrs Ross Whittacre for the Christmas exchange. A free will offering supports the orphans home at Councill Bluffs. large attendance is requested. Also notice of Evening Section of the Art department meeting Tuesday at 7 30 with Mrs Frank Appleby and a box and candy sale at Eureka School six miles away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Legion Rooms
Walter Connor
Francis Wilson
Ross Whittacre
Councill Bluffs
Art Department
Frank, Appleby
Local notices from West Chester and Coppock road event
South of Washington on the Coppock road Thursday December 20 a program will be given by the children Ladies please bring boxes Mildred Genkinger teacher 26013 Notice West Chester local will meet Tuesday evening December 15 at the hall to settle the year's work Everyone be there Will Wallace president 260t2
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Washington
Coppock Road
Mildred Genkinger
West Chester
Will Wallace
Christmas Program Set for December 21 at West Chester Church
The annual Christmas program will be presented Friday evening at the West Chester Baptist Church located at 6113. The event invites the community to join in holiday music and celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester Baptist Church
Christmas Cantata At West Chester M E Church
The high school and seventh and sixth grade girls will present the Christmas cantata at the West Chester M E church on Wednesday evening at eight o clock. The program features singing by student choirs and seasonal music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
M. EB
Christmas Pageant at Prairie Flower Church Sunday Night
Santa Claus will be present at Prairie Flower church next Sunday night with Angels shepherds Wisemen Madonna and other figures around the manger cradle. The pageant features special music and pantomime and promises a glad experience for all who attend.
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Santa Claus
Prairie Flower Church
Madonna
Change of Venue for Tonight's Event at Armory
The previously announced event at the Commercial Club will now be held at the Armory at 9 o'clock. Attendees are advised to note the venue change and arrive promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Armory
Christmas Party in Hall This Tuesday Evening
RK of C invites families to a Christmas party at the hall Tuesday evening featuring a Christmas tree for children to enjoy.
Fortnightly Music Dept Meets with Mrs Morrison
The Fortnightly Music Department gathers this evening with Mrs E D Morrison for a Mother Night program presented by mothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. D. Morrison
Christmas Cantata at Presbyterian Church Called Off
The Christmas cantata scheduled for Friday evening at the Presbyterian church has been canceled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
West Chester Presbyterian Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Social
The Ladies Auxiliary of the West Chester Presbyterian Church plans a Christmas social at the church Thursday afternoon. Hostesses include Mrs. Howard Fisher Mrs. Glenn McCall Mrs. Roy Wells and Mrs. Edith Monroe. All community women are invited.
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West Chester Presbyterian Church
Howard Fisher
Glenn McCall
Roy Wells
Edith Monroe
Wheat Duty Rise Proposed by Senator Stirling
Washington December 17. Senator Stirling Republican South Dakota introduces a bill to raise the duty on wheat imports to fifty cents a bushel and repeal laws allowing drawbacks for wheat imported for milling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington,d. C
Stirling
Republican
South Dakota
Pleasant Hill church hosts old fashion basket dinner
A notice states an old fashion basket dinner at Pleasant Hill Church on Saturday December 22. Members are urged to bring well filled baskets and enjoy the day.
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Pleasant Hit
Chicken Supper and Bazaar at New Haven Church
Notice invites all to New Haven Church Tuesday evening for a chicken supper and bazaar. Local residents are encouraged to attend and enjoy food and crafts.
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New Haven Church
Tablet Dedication Adds to Old Mormon Trail Route
Des Moines December 17 two more tablets are set up commemorating Iowa pioneer history linked to the Old Mormon Trail segment. The markers honor early travelers and the route's significance in regional settlement.
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Old Mormon Trail
Des Moines
Iowa
Egypt School Box and Candy Social Announcement
Box and candy social to be held at Egypt school in Jackson township on Friday December 21 with program starting at 8 o clock. Vera Kos, teacher, 26145.
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Jackson Township
Vera Kos
Notice Rebekahs Wednesday Program at Hall
The program of the Rebekahs will be held at the hall on Wednesday evening and will begin promptly at 7 30.
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Rebekahs
De Molay Regular Meeting This Evening
De Molay calls for a regular meeting at seven o'clock this evening. Elect officers scheduled. Carl Kunath, M. C.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Molay
Carl Kunath
M. C
Rural Woman's Club Meeting And Christmas Exchange
Rural Woman's club plans Thursday afternoon gathering with Mrs Will Marie at 113 Methodist Church for a Christmas exchange. There is no pageant practice Tuesday unless notified otherwise. J. J. Miller to present De Molay dance.
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Rural Woman's Club
Will Marie
Christmas Exchange
Methodist Chuarch
J. J. Miller
Tablets marking Mormon Trail dedications across Iowa
Edgar R. Harlan state curator under the state historical department and the Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated four of five tablets along the Mormon Trail. The Bratton’s Grove tablet near Stockport was unveiled on Wednesday and the Chariton tablet on Thursday. Earlier dedications occurred near Lewis and Orient along the highway route.
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Edgar R. Harlan
State Historical Department
Daughters of the American Revolution
Bratton’s Grove
Stockport
Chariton
Bratton'’s Grove
Lewis and Orient
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Lulu Mae Jacobs
Henry Thomas Yoder
W. W. Bowers
Nettie Jacobs
West Monroe Street
Velma Gertrude Perrin
William Curtton Taylor
Wellman
Tennessee
Christmas Club
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Ella D. Parrish
Eureka
Cape Street
Townes Tiake
Rothschild’s
Knights of Pythias and
Pythian Sisters
Eppel and Peters
City Feed Yard
Klein Kiomhing Kompany
James
Wastawion
Woodrow
Qyder A Woodrow
Iowa Gas
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