Steward of County Home Keith Proctor Dies
Keith Vernon Proctor 30 longtime steward of Washington County Home and president of the Washington Junior Chamber of Commerce died suddenly Sunday morning. He moved here five years ago to oversee the county home and led civic groups including Rotary and the Iowa State Organization of County Officers. A memorial fund is set up for residents and for the Proctor family. Survivors include his wife Ina and three children, with services slated Tuesday at Washington Methodist Church.
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Americans see spiritual unity as best hope for peace
A 1963 Washington Post Harris poll finds 38 percent favor universal brotherhood under God as the top peace hope, with strong support for keeping the US militarily powerful. Faith in nuclear fear and disarmament trails, while reliance on the United Nations grows among some. John F. Kennedy is cited as shaping peacetime priorities.
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Nativity Scene Planned at Marion Avenue Church
A live nativity is set for the Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Church lawn Tuesday night. The junior high group performs at 7 p.m. followed by the high school group at 7:30 p.m.
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Mrs Clara E Thoma Dies in Des Moines at 92
Clara E Thoma 92 longtime Washington county native died Sunday in Des Moines after a long illness. Home listed as 2415 5th Street Des Moines. Funeral Tuesday 9:30 a m at Dunn Funeral Home burial Elm Grove Cemetery Washington. Survivors include daughters Geneva Thoma and Mrs Foley both of Des Moines two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Service in Washington graveside Tuesday at 3 p m.
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Christmas Services Planned at St James Church
St James Church announces Christmas services starting with a Solemn High Mass at Midnight celebrated by Rev T J Lew. Deacon Rev James Grubb and sub deacon Rev Edward Lew assist. sermon by Father Edward Lew, with Master of Ceremonies Joseph Scranton. Choirs led by George McDaniel, organist Marie Marie, and carol program at 11 45 p.m. Low Masses at 7 00, 8 45, and 10 00 a m with choir and organ music by Miss Monica McCarthy. Public invited to all Masses.
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Lakonia Disaster Strikes Atlantic Cruise Liner
Fire and explosions aboard the Greek liner Lakonia off Morocco create chaos as about 100 passengers and crew cling to a flames-free stern while hundreds more drift in the sea awaiting rescue. Surviving reports from Tenerife say 600 rescued, with over 400 missing. captain M Zarbis among the survivors. US Air Force rescue planes assist as crew and ships pursue survivors amid high seas and ongoing blasts.
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Free Kids Show at State Theater Tuesday Afternoon
Washington youngsters will be guests of the Chamber of Commerce at the annual Kid's Show in the State Theater. The free program runs Tuesday with seats at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Featured cartoons include The Chartroose Caboose Bugs Bunny Daffy Duck and The Three Stooges.
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Dr. Schwartz Named Washington Methodist Pastor
The Rev. Dr Theodore W Schwartz of Ankeny was appointed pastor of Washington Methodist Church by Bishop F Gerald Ensley Des Moines effective January He will succeed the Rev Lloyd A Latta who becomes superintendent of the Newton District The AA native of Iowa City has led Ankeny since 1956 and holds degrees from Nebraska Wesleyan University Boston University School of Theology and Iliff School of Theology He has been active in conference church education and stewardship and the Schwartz family plans to move to Washington after January 1
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Nine die on Iowa highways in Christmas weekend crashes
United Press International reports nine people perished on Iowa roads during the holiday weekend. Victims include Robert Sedral of Washington DC and several residents from Spencer Spencer Moville Davenport and Dike. Fatal incidents ranged from a Des Moines freeway collision to a Kim berly road head on and a Davenport sports car crash. Sgt Palmiro Vertolucci died from injuries in a separate crash near Davenport.
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Rites in Wellman for Elmer Roberts
Funeral services for Elmer Roberts eighty two who died Friday December 20 were held today at 2 30 p m in the Powell Funeral Home with Rev Ezra Shenk officiating Burial was at Fairview Cemetery Elmer Roberts born January 21 1881 in Johnson County son of John and Kathy Hammer Roberts married Ona Eckhardt November 28 1931 Roberts is survived by his wife two sisters Mrs Vera Wolf Littleton Cole and Blanch Summers Lake Land Neb and one half brother Elvin Roberts of Keota
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Burlington Children Die in House Fire Tragedy
UPI reports three Burlington siblings perished as their home burned. Gary Edward Leaverton 12 and Steven Lee 3 were found together in a bedroom, Dexter Edward 5 died after escaping under a bed. Fire began in a hallway per Assistant Fire Chief Richard White.
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Democrats Rush Back for Foreign Aid Clash in Congress
Democratic House members head to Washington for a showdown over a $3 billion foreign aid bill, with Hale Boggs claiming enough support to push the measure after a setback from a rejected Soviet wheat sale amendment. The rules committee plans a 10:30 a.m. session as Congress risks a pause until the Senate returns Tuesday.
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Funeral Tuesday for Lynn Wellington
Funeral services for Lynn Ick Wellington 38 of Columbus Junction will be held Tuesday December 24 at 1 30 p m at Stacy Funeral Home with Rev Wayne Ryan officiating Burial will be at Columbus City Cemetery Wellington born November 5 1925 was the son of Willis and Harriett Van Winkle Wellington He married Colleen Williams December 15 1946 and has lived in the Columbus Junction area for six years Survived by wife two sons Willis and James four daughters Vicky Linda Diana and Karen three brothers Merritt Washington Paul Cedar Rapids William Iowa City and one sister Mrs Lyle Miller Keota
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Four Car Collision on West Madison Causes Damage
Police investigated a four car crash on West Madison near Sunset Park Sunday. Dale Norton of Washington stopped to turn left, Marvin Glanden of Washington stopped behind him, Roy Crafton of Davenport approached from the rear, and Harriet Hayden of Keota hit Crafton’s car causing a chain reaction. Estimated damage was 1500 dollars. Linda Sue Elmore, 7, a passenger, was hospitalized with a cut lip. Harriet Hayden faced careless driving charges.
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Winter Weather Outlook for Midwest and Great Lakes
Weather report from United Press International notes generally fair conditions in Iowa with Monday and Monday night turning partly cloudy into Tuesday. Warmer highs expected Monday and Monday night, cooler late Monday night to Tuesday morning with lows near zero to 5 below. Tuesday highs predicted from 18 to 25 degrees. Christmas outlook shows partly cloudy skies and slightly warmer temperatures.
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