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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1962
Page
3
Abigail Van Buren advises that employers should invite spouses or provide family treats to avoid causing trouble. She answers readers on handling flirtation at work events, not waiting for absent partners, and dealing with gossip and nosiness.
Residents and staff at the United Presbyterian Home enjoy festive decorations and Christmas programs as visitors and groups perform carols and share greetings. A Santa ride and church groups add to holiday spirit while caretakers report heavy first class mail around Christmas season. California prune crop facts are noted, highlighting Santa Clara Valley’s prominence.
Franklin Cubs met Thursday at Franklin Center with Gary Reif presiding. Nancy Mangold led singing. 15 members attended. Gifts, calendars, a grab bag exchange, and refreshments were provided. Next Franklin Center meeting set for Jan 10. Dutch Creek Flyerettes held a Christmas poem roll call and two demonstrations. Plans for family night on Jan 14 at Grace Hill with 6 pm supper. Starliners discussed a basket for the needy and a gift purchase. talks on dairy use and meat in diet were given. yeast rolls/bread demo completed.
Seventeen Garden T members met at Halcyon House with Mrs. Edward Squire hosting. Mrs. Robert Genther led a Christmas program “Why the Bells Ring” after a brief meeting. Mrs. Homer Hunt presented readings with Mrs. Louis Koehler on piano. Farm Bureau Young Couples held a Christmas party with cards, name tags, and a chili supper planned for next month. Santa arrived, treats were served, and family photos were taken by Dale Caldwell.
The Riverside VFW post and Auxiliary unit invite members and guests to a potluck supper at 6 50 p m Saturday December 22 in the Riverside community building. Attendees bring their own table service and a dish to pass while meat is provided for the annual Christmas party.
Robert Bonar of Washington is listed among 1136 students in Iowa State University's winter quarter farm operations program in Ames. The program serves students who study one quarter per year, with courses potentially applying toward a bachelor of science degree if they stay in or return to school.
The Friendly Bible Class held a cooperative dinner in Fellowship Hall Monday evening with Mr and Mrs Howard Hays on the social committee. Dr W R Yard offered the blessing. Sixteen persons attended the dinner with Rev Richard Peter leading.
During the post dinner session new officers were elected for the coming year. Elected: Marietta Workman president, Carol Forgey vice president, Mrs Howard Hays secretary treasurer, Mrs Beth Brinning reporter. Projects discussed a Christmas basket planned. Men of the class to run January meeting. Popcorn balls made for church fellowship next Sunday evening with Mrs Car Kelley in charge.
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