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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1930

Page

12

West Chester Social Notes Reach Toward Holiday Cheer

Mrs. Dave Turnipseed visited her sister Mrs. W. E. Pearson in West Chester. Local residents attended the Washington Methodist ladies aid bazaar and other gatherings. Many neighbors fed 300 baskets for the needy as merchants aided the effort. The Rohrer and Turnipseed families shared Sunday dinner with Hazel Hunter of Kansas City. Edith Miller and Mrs Chesley were among visitors. Chesley’s health improves. West Chester basketball team won at Columbus donation but the girls lost. Domestic science class hosted the school board for a Christmas dinner and PTA planning proceeds Tuesday.

West Chester Dave Turnipseed W. E. Pearson Methodist Ladies Aid Washington Phureday Lloyd Bauer Walter Bauer Frederick Fred Bauer Oscar Lane Ruth Irene Frank Ross Anna Stoss Ernest van Sickle Marion Wells Charles Harley Fidith Olive Monroe Frank McAvoy Tom West Effie van Sickle Washington Square Dan Rohrer Hazel Hunter Kansas City Will Rief D. R. Monroe Gaile Reis Wade Page Orrie Bales Paul Eldridge Sigourney Wade Mamie Conger Des Moines Will Ross Rob Anna Ross Aggie Ross Virgil Weekley Marion Mt. Union Chesley Howard White California Davenport Clel Foriash Columbus Dunation Childers

Fleischmann Yeast Co Demonstration Ties Mayo Opening

Fleischmann Yeast Co will cooperate with Mayo's Saturday opening by sending a representative who will conduct a demonstration. The expert arrives tomorrow and will bake rolls and other products to illustrate the process, with samples for attendees.

Fleischmann Co Mayo Fleischmann Yeast Co Fleischman Hubbard Mayo's

Valley Christmas Program Aims at Valley School House

Mr and Mrs Zeno Tines Mr and Mrs J E Deal and Mrs W J Pfeifer visit Andy Sheetz. The Valley school plans a Christmas program with a box social and hot lunch Friday December 19. Pupils made bell invitations inviting former pupils teachers and friends. The event marks the first program in five years. Local residents attend business trips and family moves cited.

H. V. Frank and George Rubio Andy Sheetz Keota Zeno Tinnes Maurice W. J. Pfeifer Doyle Sigourney Otto Reynolds Pfeifer Ollie Jodie Zear Keith Delta Francis Feltz Gerald Joe Hartnell Charlie Augustine Will Brinning A. Belter J. E. Deal Zeno Ladies’ Aid Society Ethel Churchill Robert Sheetz Ruth Luers Myrtle Frank Lee Henry Omer Klett Farmers’ Cooperative Association

Sitterwreck Mystery Reaches School Memory

A student recounts a puzzling term from class, asking his mother what sitterwreck means as the teacher repeats the word often. The odd phrase appears early in the school term, reflecting a curious learning moment.

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Mr. Klett Ventures Into Trucking Business

Mr. Klett purchased a truck some time ago and has now entered the trucking business, expanding his commercial pursuits.

Mr. Klett

Twin Daughters of Mr and Mrs Lee Noted by Friends

The many friends here are glad to know that the little twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Lee are mentioned in local notes, signaling a cheerful family milestone and community recognition.

Mayo’s Reister Creamery Mrs. Lee

Henry Improves After Illness. Nurse Leaves Friday

A hospital report notes Henry has improved significantly from a recent illness and the nurse was able to leave on Friday. The update emphasizes his stable condition and ongoing care plan.

Henry

School children sell Christmas health items fundraiser

Local students organized a Christmas fundraiser selling health themed items. Students collected donations and promoted wellness messages to the community, raising funds for a school project and health awareness activities.

Christmas Exchange Draw Names At Friday Seals Event

Seals held a Christmas gift exchange drawing last Friday with members selecting names for the seasonal swap.

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D. L. Rohrer West Side Ing Busi Ness District Heb CH Gutherner Benteco Oetjen Seed A & P J.C. Penney CO. Commercial Savings Bank Reister Creamery Manufacturers of Hubbard Portable Oven CO Chicago Mr. Mayo Northwestern Bakers and Confectioners CO Minneapolis
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