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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1934

Page

6

Tom Duncan Named Most Popular College Man

In a tight vote about fifteen candidates drew ballots Tom Duncan student association president was chosen as the most popular man in Junior College. The contest also named Walt Jungbluth and Kenneth Copeland as the handsomest men with other honors awarded to Hayden Hughes Eugene Engle and John Applegate among others.

Tom Duncan Student Association Walt Jungbluth Kenneth Copeland Adonts Selma Iowa Clayde Botee Jr Hayden Dump Hughes Eugene Engle Brighton John Applegate Duncan Pratt Amusements Fox State Theaters Tom Walter Jungbluth Copeland Cope Junior Boice Hayden Hughes Globe Printing Company John

Editor changes at the News-Betty Cunningham era staff

The newspaper lists editorial leadership including Editor-in-Chief Charles Hotse and assistants Olin Witting Jan Moore and News Betty Cunningham Hayden Hughes Katherine Little. It also names features writers Homer Jackson Henry Carris Evelyn Turner and sports staff Burke Gillespie Sam MecCleery Evelyn Watson.

Chas. Hotse Olin Witting Jan Moore Betty Cunningham Hayden Hughes Katherine Little Homer Jackson Henry Carris Evelyn Turner Burke Gillespie Sam MecCleery Evelyn Watson

True Friendship According to William Rader

William Rader writes on friendship emphasizing selfless giving, mutual sacrifice, and presence in both success and failure. He argues true friends must honor, praise, and assist, making friendship a lasting chief pleasure of life.

William Rader Perse Perle

Cardinal staff lauds strong interest in personality contest

The Cardinal notes a revived school spirit after the personality contest and urges continued support for the basketball team. A Friday school dance and card party invites all students to socialize, with activities for everyone and a call to work together.

Cardinal

Christmas Program at Ainsworth U P Church

The Ainsworth United Presbyterian Church plans a Christmas program with singing by the congregation, prayers, and a Christmas dialogue. A large group of children and several adults perform in recitations, pantomimes, and readings including My Gift and Going Home for Holidays.

Hazel Harbison Max White Jr Scott Orris Maury Jane Walker Mary Louise Dunsmore Kenneth Dunatore Allen Dunsmore Darlene Siackins Hazel Hunt Johnnie Walker Tracy Norris Reed Orris Ore Colthurst Ree Deloris McFarland Russel Dunsmore Julia Mae Junior Koehler Mary i Lole Gardner Owen White Norbert Norval Norris Lewis Koehler Billy Simpxine Frances Beal Myrle Winsmore Tetty Colthure

Kings Heralds and Little Light Bearers Christmas Party

The Kings Heralds and Little Light Bearers of the Methodist church held a Christmas party and gift exchange in the church parlors on Saturday afternoon. The event featured a Christmas tree and festive decor.

Crawfordsville Kings Heralds Methodist Church

Two Weeks Vacation Dismissal at Junior College

The Junior College will dismiss Friday at three o'clock for a two week vacation. Students plan to work in local stores during break while many out of town students return home and resume classes January seventh. After vacation a one week period precedes the semester examinations.

J C Cardinals Face Two Hard Weeks With Burlington Game

Coach George Freshwaters depends on the Cardinals to rebound at Burlington Junior College after two close losses to Centerville and Marshalltown. Key players include Wells Jackson Dusenberry Wells Augustine Glider Jungbluth, with major holiday tests against Joliet Junior College Albia and Muscatine J C ahead.

George Freshwaters Cardinals Burlington Junior College River City Centerville Marshalltown Curt Wells John Jackson Dusenberry Jimmy Wells Bill Augustine Copeland Milo Glider Walt Jungbluth Mentor Freshwaters

Local church fair and community notices from Saturday event

Gladys Rose narrated the Jessie story as Marie Welch and Betty Schlatter served refreshments. The Methodist Ladies Aid market, apron, and novelty sale in Shaffer store sold out with few aprons left. Santa Claus seen in Washington. Rev Hebner ill. Rev Wenger preached. Home Economics girls and Miss Plum hosted tea for students and teachers. guests included Mrs Will Twinam, Mrs E K Hebner, and Mrs Walter Rauscher. Joby Wooley and Lee Lease traveled to Avoca IA on bariners.

Gladys Rose Jesson Marie Welch Betty Schlatter Methodist Ladies Aid Shaffer Store Santa Claus Washington Hebner FL Wenger Union Home Economie Girls Miss Plum Will Twinam Walter Rauscher Joby Wooley Lee Lease Avoca Iowa Bariners

Primitive Instrument Collection At Smithsonian Institute

More than 2,000 musical instruments from primitive tribes are in the Smithsonian Institute collection in Washington. The exhibit highlights diverse sounds and cultural artifacts across regions.

Smithyoning Washington

Changes in campus rules over fifty years at Iowa teachers college

A retrospective contrasts Cedar Falls Iowa State Normal School era rules with modern campus life. Fifty years ago students faced strict curfews chaperones segregation on gatherings and limited social interactions while today co eds may attend events off campus with permission and women may join college functions with fewer restrictions.

Associated Collegiate Press Cedar Falls Iowa State Normal School Teachers College Gilchrist Chapel

GIMLET Gossip and Schoolroom Sketches Across Campus

A collage of campus tales covers Mae Caviness with a Fort Des Moines air at a chocolate shop, Dean Mead’s apples riddle, Sam McCleery’s French flash cards, and misadventures in class. Maurice Libe’s mouse myth, Miss Shields’ big test, and a rash of social and dating whispers thread through a lively student milieu.

Mae Caviness Jimmy Wells Fort Des Moines Dean Mead Kenneth LeMoine Sam McCleery Sam Arlene Easter Maurice Libe

Register Jan 18 for 2nd Semester

The first semester ends January 18 and the campus schedules January 18 as the registration day for the second semester. Enrollment is expected to rise in the second term with some vacancies in the student employment set aside for applicants seeking work to pay tuition. Interview Dean Horland Mead or Supt. J. H. Poet for vacancies and application blanks.

Dean Horland Mead J. H. Poet

Annual Xmas Little Theatre Party At Washington Junior College

The Delta pst Omega of Washington Junior College hosts the annual Christmas party for the Little Theatre on Thursday December 20 from 7 30 to 9 20 at Mrs C S Williams home. A Christmas exchange and a one act play are planned. The J C C men s ensemble and the ladies trio will sing.

Delta Pst Omega Washington Junior College Little Theatre S&s. Williams J. CC

Clay church activities and family notices in Missouri

Mrs. A J Morgan reports from Clay. Rob Carson and wife rushed to State Center due to Mrs Carson's illness. A. A. Soeten family mourns in Fayette Mo after a nephew's automobile accident death. Christmas program set at Clay church next Sunday. Missionary society met with Mrs Zella Starr. Church annual meeting planned for December 27 with a basket dinner. Carrie Dickinson in Medland caring for daughter Helen ill with measles. 4 H club girls met with leader Miss [illegible]. Training or status regarding Ohio State and Michigan not clear.

Clay Rob Carson State Center Carrie Dickinson InMedland Helen

Washington Junior College Christmas Dance Friday December 21

The Washington Junior College Student Association sponsors a Christmas Dance on Friday December 21. Committee: Jean Moore chair, Betty Stephen Mae Caviness Peter Jungbluth George Means and Eddie Barker. A local orchestra is secured and winners of the personality contest will be presented as part of the program.

Washington Junior College Student Association Tom Duncan Jean Moore Betty Stephen Mae Caviness Peter Jungbluth George Means Eddie Barker

Spanish Club Christmas Party and Club News

The Junior College Spanish club held its annual Christmas party on December 13 at Burke Gillespie’s home. Eighteen members, two advisors, and several guests attended. A future officer election was planned and a nominating committee named. The evening included carols and a play “Second Best” staged by Presbyterian youths linked to the club, with Mary Mickey directing and Kathryn Little among the cast.

Junior College Spanish Club Burke Gillespie Fighteen C.S. Williams Amy Christian Kathryn Little Kenneth Copeland Wilma Palmer Wayne Kendrick Junior Cuddy Mildred Brown Wilms Palmey Mary Mickey Ben Wilson Hayden Hughes Mary Maxine Foster Barbara Brooks

Candy social at Albaugh school noted in Sunset village

Sunset society notes report Lena Jones teaching at Albaugh school hosting a candy social on Thursday the 13th. Nearby residents, including Mr and Mrs Howard Baker and Will Mitchell, attended events and helped with chores while several families visited or travelled for games, woodcutting, and meals.

Sunset John Id) Jones Albaugh School Lena Will Mitchell Sunset Circle Howard Baker Sam Baker Ernest Jones Mt. Union Jake Shrader John D. Jones Frank Batley Mae McCune Colleen Billy Fagle Grove Iowa Will Mitchel Frank Taylor Homer Hunt Glad Mast Mrs. Frank Bailey and Sons Mary Jones Ruth Baker Norrie Mast Clyde Putnam Washington Lester Coffin Sam Bakers

Freshman Girls Dominate Vote In College Honors Ball

Betty Stephen tops the girls poll as best looking and best dressed in school, with Jean Moore close behind as most popular. Lois Meacham wins most unattainable, Vera Stutsman gains most individual, Evelyn Turner named most ambitious. among boys only one freshman wins, suggesting sophomore strength.

Betty Stephen Venus Jean Moore Lois Meacham Brighton Vera Stutsman Evelyn Turner Miss Moore Stephen Nort Side Evelyn Turtler

Quirky Exchange at Sunday School Choir and Pet Names

A series of humorous remarks unfolds as Ruth Speidel challenges a choir member about dismissal. Interspersed quips about pet pigs Ink and cats Cook and Derry, lazy brothers, and a failed marriage proposal create a mosaic of light banter and wordplay.

Football Sweaters Awarded to Nine Men

Coach George Freshwaters awarded cardinal sweaters to nine second year players: Eddie Barker Doz Glider Phil Goodlander Charles Hotte John Jackson Walter Jung vluth Dene Trask Jiomey Wells and Orlin Wittric. First year letters will be handed out soon.

George Freshwaters Cardinal Orlin Wittric

Forest tire fight lesson from Colorado professor

A Colorado forestry professor told his class to keep cooperation in mind while discussing how to combat forest tires and hazards, emphasizing practical steps and hopeful outlooks.

Colorado

California Girls Organize Auxiliary Ban on Amours

The Women's Auxiliary to the football team declares a ban on all amours until the team wins a conference game by at least seven points. The executive reports this measure as a show of support and discipline.

California

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Tungbluth, Copelland, Boice, Hughes, Engle AND Applegate Ainsworth U. P. Church Nellie Manners Shaffer Bros. Hardware Associated Collegiate J. C Burlington Junior Conclege Mester Joliet Junior College Basketeers Illinois Ww. J. Co Albia Pirates Fred Geneva Albia Muscatine Bhoth Golden Cole John Marlin Colorado School of Mines Job the Gimlet Miss Shields Elwood Misel Doyle Jarrard Dolores Keifer Bil Jean Yeat Farmer Emerson Krabill Christopher Morley University of Minnesota Minneapolis University of Missouri (Columbia Will Sg A. J. Morgan Ohio State Ichigan Frances Meacham Louis Ellinger W. O. Morgan Clay Township Farm Bureau Clay Echurch Eliza Stannard Roudabush Holden Edith Dickinson Brown John Morrel & Co Ottumwa Donall Cleveland W. J. Mallinger J Fan Moore Meacham Stutsman and Turner Ruth Speidel David Boyer David Munro David Margaret Applegate Cook Derry Margaret Betty Wilma Leet Mary Rickey Wilma Mrs. Means George Catskill Mountains Doris Clow Ezra Smith Rachel Negus Walt Rachel H. S. Gym Burlington Jr. College Washington Jr. College
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