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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1945
Page
3
Mrs George Means entertained Navy War Wives at a cooperative dinner last evening. Guests included Don Brink ing and Gary Marston. The menu featured steak and French fries, with a dance contest and a Christmas gift exchange led by Holdy Means.
The Homeneibers Christmas party met yesterday afternoon with ten members and three children present. Mrs Ames Scont presided over the meeting and gift exchange. Mrs Jack Trotman reported on “Women in the News” as refreshments followed in Yule colors.
Mrs. Burdette Stover hosted 18 members including nine children and three guests for a Christmas party of Sun Shine Community Club. Club president George T. Koehler led the business meeting before a program directed by Henry Sutherland and John Koehler with readings, carols, recitations, and a Santa Claus gift exchange for members and guests.
A leading drug company plans a $500,000 windowless plant for preparing pills and ampules. Entrants will pass through a dry cleaning and dedusting system operated by Mrs. Jack Trotman and Mrs. Stanley Foster.
Notices list cooperative dinners gift exchanges and programs for Rebekah and Odd Fellow lodges Bethlehem Commandery O.E.S. and W.C.T.U. at Masonic temple and churches. Events include Christmas programs, dressings bring dish to pass, and family activities across local community groups.
Announced at 26 St. postpones Rebekah initiation due to illness. A community tree and box supper is set for Friday evening Dec. 21 at Eureka school. Attendees should bring gifts for exchange and own table service for lunch. Mrs. Lorene Erwin, teacher, 26315.
The Journal lists multiple readers celebrating birthdays and anniversaries. Lem Logan turns 79, while Sandra Kay Dawson and Charles Anthony Leeper have cakes with varying candle counts. Several couples mark wedding milestones, and Audrey Putman treats staff to cake and birthday wishes.
Advice on using tissue paper to prevent wrinkles and unpacking clothes promptly to keep fabrics smooth within a few hours. The guidance emphasizes choosing proper fabrics and handling garments quickly.
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