Christmas Program at Washington County Home Thanked Helpers
Van Dorins express gratitude to all who aided the December 25 Christmas entertainment at the Washington County Home. About eighty guests attended the dormitory program led by Rev Carl Klein and a group from Evangelical and Reformed Church. Gifts and treats were given to patients, with Santa Claus delivering joy despite his ford getting stuck in mud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Car Kiein
Evan- Relical and Reformed Church
Lloyd Haimston
Evangelical and
Carl Klein
Lloyd Humston
Ed Squire
A. An Reon
Br. A. K
R. Bd. van Dorin
Rose van Dorin
Ruth Jarrard starts new social welfare post in Des Moines
Ruth Jarrard will travel to Des Moines tomorrow to begin work in the social welfare department. Dorothy Wimaston will start Thursday in Theodore Bailey's law office, Miss Hameton replaces Ruth Jarrard, and Grace Brinning and family plan a Chicago visit before California duties. Mr and Mrs Willis Richards and son Jimmy visited Mt Pleasant over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Jarrard
Des Moines
Social Welfare Department
Haseen
Theodore Bailey
Dorothy Wimaston
Miss Hameton
Willis Richards
Jimmy
Floyd Hesseltine
Mt. L’leasant
Hospital Notes Reflect Local Admissions and Discharges
Mrs Manford Wilcox of route 2 Ainf was admitted for treatment after a dislocated injury. Jimmy Supelta a son of Mr and Mrs Herman Supal was also noted. Evelyn Campbell was discharged to her Washington home. Mr Charles W McKone and daughter Carol Joan were issued this morning for their home in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manford Wilcox
Ainforth
Jimmy Supetta
Herman Supal
East Pleasant Plain
Evelyn Campbell
Washington
Charles W. McKone
Carol Joan
Keosauqua Guest Hosts and County Agent Resigns
Helen Rinabarger of Keosauqua visits Iola Dittmer. W. M. Darbyshire, son of William and Mrs Darbyshire, resigns as Calhoun county agent after holding the post since 1930 and plans to move to a farm near Rockwell City around March 1. Weekend hosts included the Pleckers and other Iowa City and Wellman guests with the Pleeker family honored guest pair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Rinabarger
Keosauqua
Iola Dittmer
W. M. Darbyshire
William Darbyshire
Calhoun County
Charles Plecker
Russell Plecker
Lila
Everett Plecker
Neighborhood party honors Troop FF trip to Brownwood
Dorothy Humston and Evelyn Miller hosted forty two guests at the Lloyd Humston home to honor six boys leaving next month with Troop FF for Brownwood Texas. Mr and Mrs John Owen plan to spend New Year’s Day in Davenport with Mrs Owen’s parents. Milford Schendahl returned to CCC camp at Eldora after Christmas with his brother, Da vid KE Jones. This is the first time they’ve seen each other in seven years. Milford had lived in an orphans’ home before joining the CCC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy Humston
Evelyn Miller
Lioyd Humston
Brownwood
Texas
Mrs. John Owen
Davenport
Mrs. Owen
Milford Schendahl
CCC
Eldora
David KE. Jones
Milford
Stout Dunbar Couple Wed in Chillicothe Presbytery
Mr and Mrs R L Dunbar announce the marriage of their daughter Alice to Taylor E Stout son of Mr and Mrs Amos Stout. The ceremony took place December 25 at the Chillicothe Mississippi Money parsonage with Preston performing the single ring rite. Attendants were Elsie Stout and Willerd Briges. Alice wore teal blue crepe and white chrysanthemums while the bridegroom’s sister and other details are noted. The couple will farm and live on the Stout land near Brighton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandy Hook
Dee
R. L. Dunbar
Alice
Taylor E. Stout
Amos Stout
Chillicothe
Money, CC
Preston
Elsie Stout
Willerd Briges
Kirksville
Miss Stout
Stout
Brighton High School
Oakland
Brighton Township
Brighton
Daniel
Donald Stout
Karl Salterberg
Elsie
Laura Jean
Abel Stout
Dan Hesseltine
Viola Campbell and Charles R Randall Wed in Nebraska
Viola Campbell daughter of Mr and Mrs Martin Campbell of Dannebrog Nebraska wed Charles R Randall son of Mr and Mrs Roy Randall at three oclock Christmas day at the Lutheran parsonage Dannebrog The Rev L C Hansen officiated The couple were attended by Mrs Ernest Melsen and the bride’s sister in law A wedding supper followed at the bride’s home The Randalls plan to live with the groom’s parents after January 10
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viola Campbell
Martin Campbell
Dannebro
Nebr
Charles R. Randall
Roy Randall
Dannebrog
L. C Hansen
Ernest Melsen
Fairview 4-H Girls Christmas Party Brings Families Together
The Fairview Parmerettes 4 H club held its annual Christmas party at Eldiene Sosha’s home with parents and former members as guests. A potluck supper followed, then speeches, group singing, and music by Norman Sojka and Norma Jose Kos. A Christmas gift exchange concluded the program amid a large turnout including Hesseltine and Stout families and other local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairview Parmerettes
T Club
Eldiene Sosha
Norman Sojka
Norma Jose Kos
Rose Sojka
Wes Sojka
Ray Sojka
Yaaro’ Sojka
Harry Wollrob
Walter Sojka
Joe Knotek
June Arlene
Leley Cerny
Lone Tree
Arth Kos
Mary Catherine Knotek
Stanley Beranek
Will Marek
Evelyn
Viola
Riverside Folks Welcome Furlough Visitor and Local News
Clifford Flynn son of Mr and Mrs Clair Flynn of Riverside is enjoying furlough with his parents after a transfer to Washington DC for Primary Fire Control school. Allen Snyder teaches in Grandview and is spending vacation with his parents Mr and Mrs Roy Snyder. Mrs Leta Wlasak and Ivan Viatk of Ottumwa visited the Fryers. Hoy Holt of Sac City stayed with his mother Minnie Holtz. Carrie Tener visiting from Minneapolis at her parents home. Gwendolyn Marner from Moline visited her family here. Russell Denison of Town City visited hometown. Everett Rath and family moved to the Z J Florang farm southeast of Riverside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside, Pee
Clifford Flynn
Mee Clair BB. Flynn
Riverside
Clifford
West Potent
Washington, D .C
Allen Snyder
Grandview
Roy Snyder
Leta Wlasak
Ban Viatk
Ottumwa
Victor Burieh Hoy Holt
Sac City
Iowa
Minnie Holtz
Carrie
Marie Tener
Minneapolis
Minn
John W. Tener
Gwendolyn Marner
Moline
Tlingis
Ro L Marner
Russell Denison
Town City
Everett Rath
Z. J. Florang Farm
Laundry tag tips for washable items with special handling
If you buy washable fabrics that require special care keep the washing directions tag. Create a small laundry file to store such data and reference it when laundering to avoid misplacing care instructions or damaging fabrics.
Quick Dishes for Busy Days and Easy Apple Pie
Quick drop biscuits bake in 8 to 10 minutes in a hot oven for fast bread. A candied apple pie is simple with apples brown sugar butter and flour. bake 50 minutes at 325 degrees for a 9 inch pie.
19th Century Club Reschedules Meeting to January 11
The Nineteenth Century club postpones the January 4 meeting to January 11. Mrs. Lloyd Lytle hosts a St Olaf luncheon at her home. The program features a review of The Mexican Touch by Edna Moser, to be given by Mrs. Orville Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lloyd Lytle
St Oelack
Edna Moser
Orville Mhler
Birthday and Anniversary Totals Highlight Local News
New year celebrations mix with family milestones as three individuals mark birthdays today while two couples toast long wedding anniversaries. Names include Lewis Warren John Allen Evelyn Maher Frank Miller Karles Troyer Patsy Ruth Tellin and Keith Ann Davis among others in Pilotburg East Highland Utica Keota and Riverside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Warren
Dee Moines
John Allen
V Pilotburs
Evelyn Maher
East Highland
Frank H.c Miler
Patsy Ruth Teltin
Vince Tellin
Riverside
Keith Ann Davis
Warren Davis
Keota
Patsy
Ford Couple Mark 393rd Wedding Anniversary at Riverside
Edwin W. Ford and Barbara Feldman Ford celebrate their 393rd wedding anniversary at their Riverside home on December 25. Married December 28, 1887, in a ceremony near Riverside, they moved to a farm then to Riverside in 1919 and raised eight children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Dee
Edwin W. Ford
Barbara Feldman
Andrew Feldman
John O'Loughlin
Wage and Hour Board Criticized Over Long Hours
Paradoxically the wage and hour division of the National Labor Relations board sworn to reduce working hours itself works many employees as high as 50 60 hours a week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Labor Relations Board
Coffee Cake Recipe From Oldleft Page
Soften yeast in lukewarm water and milk. Stir in sugar and salt and shortening then cool. Add egg and flour and beat, then mix in enough flour to form a stiff batter. Beat 3 minutes, pour into two greased pans, top with sugar and cinnamon. Let rise an hour and bake at 375 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes. Yields two coffee cakes.
Y W C A New Year Open House Hostesses Named
Ethel McCreedy announces the Y W C A New Year open house hostesses with listed schedules. Roles include serving, pouring, and time blocks from 2 to 4 pm, featuring volunteers such as Mrs Lester Gr and Mrs Leo Hoover along with others on Mrs Holden’s committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.W
Ethel McCreedy
Y.w.cla. Board
Y.W.C.A
Lester Grr
Leo Hoover
A. BE. Atchivon
Althea Montgomery
T. BR. Gillespie
Irene Yard
Glenn Helden
Leigh Sonte
F. W. Eastwood
R. Keegy
Richard Stewart
Holde
Glenn McCall
Elizabeth Fkowson
Harriett Coulter
Nelii Rripp
Honoring Courthouse Women, Wilson and Norman
A dinner party for women courthouse employees honored Mrs. Harve Wilson retiring as county auditor and Mrs. Norman moving to the Livington law and abstract office. Clara Faukner led entertainment. Lena Stewart and Bess Jones assisted. gifts presented at a two table, holiday dinner with crystal candelabra, smilax, and poinsettias. Guests included Nellie Tripp and Carol and Lucille Forey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harve Wilson
George J Norman
Harriett Coulter
Lena Stewart
Bess Jones
Oses
Clara Faukner
Will Thompsons of Des Moines Note 63rd Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Will Thompson of Des Moines celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary with a Sunday three course dinner. The couple, aged 84 and 81, were joined by their son John Thompson daughter Mrs Maude Reister and families, along with Washington guests. Grace Methodist Church sent flowers. The Thompsons are longtime Journal Three Quarter Century club members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Mayhew
Bill Crayne
Eddie
Des Moines
Will Thompson
Thompson
John Thompson
Maude Reister
Billy Butterfield Thompson
Washington
Grace Methodist Church of
Journal
National Anthem Status Confirmed by Congress on March 3 193
The Star Spangled Banner was designated the national anthem by an act of Congress on March 3 193. Prior to that act most authorities accorded America an equal rank as a national song.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Social Calendar of Pilotburg and surrounding groups
Community notices list upcoming events and meetings across Pilotburg areas including Ladies Aid dinners and baskets, church activities at Pleasant Hill and Rethel, Rebekah and Odd Fellows installations, Masonic Temple gatherings, and club meetings. Residents are urged to submit by 10 am Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilotburg Ladies Aid Society
Ainsworth Theater
O.fus
Pleasant Hill
Rebekah Todge
Hall
Eclub
J. B. Hioxworth
Masonic Temple
Grace Hill Ladies Aid Society
Cormiun
O. C
West Chester
Milo de- Long
Fred Forbush
Cinetes T. & Biehels
Rebekah
Odd Fellows
C.F
St. Paul's Ladies Aid Society
H. J. Club
Cecil Davidson
Rethel Christian Endeavor
Rethel Church
Friendly Neighbors Club
Lioyd Alliman
Just Us Club
Cy Bush
Friendly Circle Club
Wil Sheetz
Worthy Matron Chosen In Riverside Eastern Star
Mrs Hubert F. Doud was elected worthy matron of Riverside Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. Officers named include Claude Flynn as worthy patron and Mrs Carl Craig as associate matron. Installations set for January 2 with Victoria Lodge Masons to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria Lodge of Masons
Karl Marshall
Presbyterian college prayer meeting announced for Wednesday
A prayer meeting will be held Wednesday morning at 9 30 at the home of Mrs Della Miller 505 Novel umay ole Marion Avenue 37 with arrangements to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian College
Della Miller
Ole Marion Avenue
Cigarette Paper From Flat Farm Grown Flax Used
A report notes the United States develops cigarette paper from flax grown on Flat Farm. The item highlights domestic cultivation feeding a industry shift toward locally sourced materials. The detail underscores agricultural innovation influencing manufacturing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United State
Griffiths Celebrate 25th Wedding Anniversary at West Chester Home
Mr and Mrs C E Griffiths marked a silver wedding anniversary with a noon chicken dinner hosted by his parents and siblings. A pink white angel food cake and large fruit cake graced the centered table, gifts of silver and a rocking chair were presented, and an oyster supper followed with games songs and visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. E. Griffith
West Chester
Patricia
Pauline Griffith
Henrietta Griffith
Griffith
Harry Kleese
Rank Kleese
Bob
Joyce
Lloyd Bauer
Harry
Esther
Faith
Keith
Eldon Bauro
Paul
Donald
Jack Patricia
Teddy
Junior
Ada Thomas
Mollie Tierney
Mrs Westermark Hosts Past Worthy Advisors Party
Ten members of the Past Worthy Advisors club and two honored guests Doris Klepfer and Marguerite Hardy joined Mrs Nels B. Westermark for an evening party.ridge games and contact were enjoyed with bridge prizes awarded to Don Orr for high score and Miss Hardy for second high. Esther Hayes received the contact prize wage. Gifts were given to Mrs Westermark and December birthday celebrant Martha Ann Mace. A New Year theme adorned quarter tables as refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthy Advisors Club
Doris Klepfer
Marguerite Hardy
Nels B. Westermark
Don Orr
Miss Hardy
Esther Hayes
Mrs Westermark
Martha Ann Mace
Marriage Announcement of Darlene Krotz and Milford Cook
The wedding of Darlene Krotz daughter of Joe W. Krotz of Ainsworth and Milford Cook son of Mrs. Martha Cou of Rubio took place September 28 in Kahoka Missouri with a single ring ceremony performed by Reverend Peterson at a Christmas supper. The bride wore a soldier blue street length dress with black accessories and a pearl strand once worn by her mother. The couple plan to decide on a future home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darlene Krotz
Joe W. Krotz
Ainsworth
Milford Cook
Martha Cou
Rubio
Kahoka
John Krotz
Peterson
Missouri
Highland Township
Tim
Richland High School
Lyas
Bible Department Meets at Mrs. Clapper’s Home
Mrs. George Clapper hosted nine Bible department members for a regular study session yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Lauder Kennedy led the devotional, Mrs. C KE Strong guided the lesson on Second Timothy chapters three and four, and Ella Gordon delivered a paper titled Mountains Rivers and Lakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Clapper
Bible Department
Lauder Kennedy
C. KE. Strong
Ella Gordon
White Shrine Card Party Held Monday
Mrs. Will Hemmings and Mrs. Harrison Dodder hosted the White Shrine card party at the Masonic Temple yesterday afternoon. Bridge across three tables saw Mrs. Howard McBride win high score. refreshments followed with holiday decor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Hemmings
Harrison Dodder
White Shrine
Masonic Temple
Howard McBride
Eard
Marie Shafer
Anna White
Harper
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Mre
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Bill
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Chicago
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Hiv Reife
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Reister Bros
Paul Brock
Dick and
Rollie Hesseckine
John Custer
Mtumwa
Arthur Pagitt
Arthur Nicola
Francine
Harris
Victor Nicola
Mona Rae
Sanborn
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Charles Nicola
Ray Palmer
D. M. Kurtz Insurance Company
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Ray
Kurtz Company
St. James
Dan
Otha Huber
Jean
Hubert
West Main Street
Huber
South English
O. BE. Schmitt
George Foster
East Washington Street
Alice Dunbar
Nebraska
Fairview
Hesseltine
Harold DeWolf
Taylor Stout
Jesse Stout
Lloyd Farrier
Rob Guy
Harry Stacy
Mel
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Dan Guy
Roo. Dunbarane
Ho W. Mineart
Stout Farrier
Ph W. Theker
Bob Guy
Barnie Stout
O. M. Farrier
Immna Willams
Joseph Encle
Dennis Hesseltine
Archie Bar Rey
Song
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19Th Century Club
J. A. Porter
W. OA. Bealer
Karles Troyer
Pilotburg
Utica
Ohio
KE. Ford
Ford
Gertrude Walker
Moorehead
Irvin Ford
Blanche Miller
Harley Ford
Bemidji
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Sharon Center
Edna Ott
Chicago, I
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Florida
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Philadelphia
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Discom
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Loo F. Hat
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Spencer Foundation
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