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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1946
Page
3
The House committee hears about a narcotics payoff connected to a massive power line project. Officials note the 287000-volt, 250 mile Boulder Dam to Los Angeles transmission inland.
Bethel congregation and friends hold a cooperative supper at 6 90 p m at church. Bring filled baskets and table service. A short program follows. Methodist choir members have no rehearsal this week or next. a brief rehearsal at 10 15 Sunday morning December 29 in the church chapel.
Eighteen members of the White Way club shared a cooperative one o'clock luncheon at the Roy Fisher home. Margaret Smith attended as a guest. The meeting led by president Mrs. Merle Eckels announced a wool blanket donation for the Gray family and a letter from Holland was read. A gift exchange revealed mystery friends. Plans approved for an oyster supper January 4 at the Merle Eckels home in Washington and the next meeting with Pearl Smith January 14.
Mrs John Martin was elected president of the Braden club at a Thursday meeting with eight members present and a guest Mrs John D Jones. Officers elected included Mrs Clarence Fulton as vice president Mrs Carl Atkinson secretary and Mrs Elmer Mason reporter. The next meeting will be with Mrs Martin Jan 8. Members donated 25 cents to the club treasury and a white elephant exchange caused merriment. Seasonal refreshments were served assisted by Mrs Jones and Mrs Atkinson.
The December Dutchette 4H meeting at Virginia Griggs home had all members present with three new members added. Marlene Maye demonstrated sewing a snap and covered a sewing box, followed by carols, games, a Christmas gift exchange, and refreshments.
A survey for School and Society reports 32,908 students enrolled in 15 Iowa higher education institutions on November 1, well above the 1939 prewar figure of 20,975. The University of Iowa leads with 9,783, followed by Iowa State College 9,274, Iowa Teachers 2,474 and Loras College 1,371. other schools show sizable full-time enrollments.
Bethlehem Commandery and wives held a cooperative Christmas dinner Friday evening at the Masonic temple dining room with 40 present. Mrs L R Carbee and Mrs Ed Squire led the dinner. Tables featured miniature Christmas trees with pine cones and ornaments. Christmas carols were sung with Mrs Lee Baird at the piano. After the meeting the group played cards.
Children of the United Presbyterian Sunday school presented a Christmas program Friday evening at the church. A. L. Duensing supervised with Mrs. Cloyce Steward and Mrs. R. J. Kreese. The program featured beginners songs, vocal and reader numbers by Roger Kleese, the McConnell and Huisman sisters, Bill Sherman, Roberta Wiley, Joyce Logan, and a Pioneer group pageant directed by Mrs. Kleese. Carolyn Hamilton led Christmas songs and treats were distributed after.
The Happy Hour club of Pleasant Plain met at Carrie Davis's home 515 West Washington for a Christmas party hosted by Mrs George Dickinson. A lunch decorated for the season followed by a business meeting, Bible reading by Mrs Frank Chalupa, and a gift exchange with mystery sisters. Games closed the afternoon. Next meeting set with Mrs Fred Wiggin on Jan 8.
A dairy cow converts 100 pounds of digestible nutrients in her feed into 18 pounds of edible milk solids, according to the Encyclopaedia Britannica.
To wash pans properly discard soaking water and loosened food bits. Use a rubber scraper, wash inside and out with hot soapy water, and remove burnt crusts with scouring powder or metal cleaner. Rinse thoroughly, dry completely, and avoid storing tin or iron pans damp to prevent rust.
A fragmented OCR listing names and numbers includes Grinnell Cornell Dubuque Parsons Town Wes and L.0thet with associated 906 865 660 654 419 405 codes or counts, indicating a regional directory or cross reference.
Mrs L T Fullerton hosted a post nuptial shower for Mrs Paul Snyder at her West Sixth street home Friday evening. Bingo entertainment and a wish-bank coin tradition accompanied a Christmas tree themed shower with gifts from Tanya Ann Trotman Merle Blieu and Jack Trotman. Out of town guests included Mrs Paul Johnson Conesville Edd Letts Wyman and Mrs Keith Genkinger Aiis worth.
Milk and its products make up over a quarter of foods estimated to be consumed annually by the average American, highlighting dairy’s prominence in the national diet.
Mrs. John R. Yeggy hosted the Fortnightly club at her Riverside area home. Guests included Mrs. Lyle Fesler as a guest of honor. Members drew slips naming entertainment dates and revealed secret pals for 1946, with new pals assigned for 1947, then exchanged Christmas gifts.
A type of African lizard freezes in a motionless posture when threatened. It rolls onto its back and places one hind foot in its mouth, remaining still until danger passes.
The Order of Eastern Star held a Christmas dinner for members and families at the Masonic temple with about 100 attendees. A children’s program followed the dinner featuring recitations, music, and gifts distributed by Santa Claus and assistants. Gift boxes were given by Mrs. Lloyd Foster and Mr. Dare to 106 guests. The organization’s last regular meeting logged 80 members and guests with degrees conferred on three. two members were received by affiliation. A proficiency exam by Mrs. Howard sc Bride saw seven members pass. Refreshments were provided by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Snakenberg and committee.
Leaks in roofs or plumbing can lead to mold growth and rats in buildings. Prompt repair saves the owner trouble later.
Yorkwin wheat, favored by farmers, underwent more than ten years of testing and observation before its introduction to growers.
A short note notes the difficulty of adjusting to light contrasts in a room and suggests lamps with reflectors under the shade to reduce glare. It also observes Mrs. A. Peterson celebrating a birthday on Saturday.
On a Saturday birth day Bill Chance observed the event. The Chances welcomed twin calves on the same day, noting the unusual coincidence.
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