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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1947

Page

2

Coal production rises 17 percent over 1946

Soft coal output in 1946 up 17 percent aided by reduced strikes and peace between Union Leader John L. Lewis and mine owners. By mid December production surpassed 590 million tons, about 86 million more than 1946, though gains were offset by higher exports and domestic demand. Exports rose 63 percent and U S industrial use grew 13 percent.

Washington Bituminous Coal Institute John L. Lewis Lewis U. S

Man blames wife in theft of 100 panties

Manuel Berman told Miami court the theft of 100 pairs of sheer ladies' panties from an exclusive Miami Beach shop was his wife's fault claiming she prompted the act to satisfy her desires. The case centers on a high profile shoplifting incident in Miami Beach.

Miami, Fla UPFE Manuel Berman Miami Beach

Social Calendar For Friday Meetings Posted

Notices for the social calendar are due by 10 a m Friday. Pythian Circle meets at 2 30 pm chaired by Mrs 5B C Briley.

Pythian Circle C. Briley

Christmas Party for VFW West and Auxiliary

The Christmas party of the Veterans of Foreign Wars West and Auxiliary was held at K. C. hall last evening. The dinner was cooperative with a poinsettia centerpiece and Christmas candles. Gift exchange and card games followed the feast.

Veterans of Foreign Wars West and Auxiliary K. C. Hall Ginia Dare Eva Blattner Maxwell Raymond Glasgow Max Sheetz Oscar Sheetz

Damascus Shrine Hosts Christmas Dinner and Plans Ceremonials

Damascus Shrine members hosted a cooperative Christmas party at the Masonic temple dining room with gifts placed around a decorated tree and Santa Claus distributing presents. Mrs. Lee Baird accompanied carols on piano as Verona Nordyke and W. E. Howell presided at the regular meeting and plans were set for events on Jan 27 and Feb 24.

Damascus Shrine Masonic Temple Jolly Santa Claus Lee Baird Verona Nordyke W. E. Howell Shepherds

Notable Quote Sparks Fashion Mood in City

A man comments on a surprising capture and hints at future decisions in the aftermath of a catching incident. The brief remark emphasizes social interest in wardrobe and public perception of consequences. The tone suggests a local anecdote about behavior and fashion.

Births At The Hospital Yesterday In Wellman Area

At the hospital yesterday Mr and Mrs Harold Brenneman Wellman welcomed a daughter at 9 20 am and Mr and Mrs Walter Marner Wellman welcomed a daughter at 10 02 pm Dismissed today Carlton Mangold 114 S Second Avenue Mrs Paul Snyder and son Brighton Mrs Jacob Kauffman and daughter Wellman Elbert Elmore of Brighton Ina McDowell 11815 W Main Street

Harold Brenneman Wellman Walter Marner Carlton Mangold S. Second Avenue Paul Snyder Brighton Jacob Kauffman Elbert Elmore Ina McDowell Main Street

Christmas Dinner Gatherings Across Cedar Rapids Area

A long list of extended family dinners and holiday gatherings in Cedar Rapids and nearby towns. Many households host Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals with relatives from Iowa City Ottumwa Des Moines and beyond. The items emphasize tradition gift exchanges and reunions with numerous named families and locations.

Shirley Clark and Sons Cedar Rapids David Mclaughlin Will Clark George Rudiger Jeanne J. Berdo Iowa City Jay Brewer Santa Janna Burgston Geneseo Ill Axel Anderson A. C. Larson Olds Dale Woodburn Dick Anderson Lawrence Genkinger George Peterson Rock Island Bernard Eyestone Waukon Merle McBurney Vicky Ottumwa Pelle Rice Allen Rice Des Moines Frank Rice Portland Ore Jessie Rice Seattle Wash Charles Kennedy Jean Kennedy MacMurray College Jacksonville W. A. Hanson R. W. Taylor Hansons and Taylors Keota J. C. Green

Funeral for Allen Chance Held at Sherman’s

Allen Chance funeral conducted yesterday afternoon by Rev. W. J. Stevens at Sherman’s funeral home. Pallbearers were nephews Clyde Dawson Earl Chance Leslie Zook and Roy Zook. Burial followed at Elm Grove cemetery.

Allen Chance Sherman W. J. Stevens Clyde Dawson Earl Chance Leslie Zook Roy Zook Elm Grove Cemetery

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