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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1941
Page
3
February themed sessions across three American Home sections highlighted talks on Washington and Lincoln, health in the home, and regional history. Section 3 showcased table decorations, antique china displays, and a national emergency outlook, with guests and new members noted.
Booster club members and families gathered in the G.A.R. room at the courthouse for a twentieth anniversary celebration. Seventy five attended as committee members served a bounteous supper and Valentines were shared after the program. Former members listed include Bealer Woodburn Eckels Hic key Caldwell Doran and others. Two histories of the club were presented and will be published in the Journal.
V F W auxiliary members met for a carpet rag sewing session while the Post held its regular meeting. After the men’s gathering, the Post hosted the women for an oyster supper with card games. Clayton Neiswanger and John Pehler led the kitchen work. Mrs Everette Burham won the cake prize.
Mrs Woodrow Crone formerly Verna Mangold was honored at a postnuptial shower hosted by Wilma Norman and Alice Richardson at 303 North Avenue B. Fourteen women from Iowa Continental and Northwestern Bell attended a miscellaneous event with bridge and pinochle, followed by a Valentine themed lunch.
An old home remedy advertises Ru-Ex Compound mixed with water and lemon juice as a fast treatment for rheumatic arthritis and neuritis. It promises a two week supply with a money back guarantee if pain remains or no improvement. The ad claims rapid relief within 48 hours and urges returning empty packaging for a refund.
Community notices list Stewart P.T.A. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Stewart School, plus D of W potluck, G A R hall, and multiple club and church unit gatherings Thursday to Saturday. Addresses and hosts named. various meetings include Masonic, Trinity Lutheran, Rebekah, Methodist units, and W R C.
Members of the Headliners 4-H club answered roll call by naming new spring colors at their regular meeting at Jeane Shalla’s home on East Washington street. They planned a Fathers Day party and discussed the county check. Mary Bordwell spoke on Manners on the Streets and Beulah Stewart on the Value of Pressing. Mrs. Golta Miller led a cloth coats buying lesson. Refreshments followed. Insomnia figures report about 41.5 million English residents affected.
A younger children program will be presented at the United Presbyterian Ladies Aid meeting on Friday afternoon in the church. General chairman Mrs. Richard Stewart will oversee the program which begins at 2 30 p m.
Wives of school board members were guests at a Faculty Dames party held last evening at the home of Mrs. Joe Duea. Mrs. W. F. Bickel assisted as hostess. Guests enjoyed games of Wa-Hoo and refreshments. seating included seventeen at the main table and three smaller ones with jonquils as a centerpiece. Attending wives listed include Mrs. Harry Ramseyer, Mrs. Claud Tucker, Mrs. A. E. Atchison, and Mrs. Richard Stewart.
The Pythian Sisters and families gathered for a potluck supper last evening in the K P Hall with about thirty five attendees. The supper committee was led by Mrs. Harry Crone and Mrs. Sherm Crone, assisted by Mrs. Myrtle Poole and Mrs. Russell Goedin.
The notice marks Lincoln's birthday as a holiday for many and highlights local anniversaries. Lyman Bunce, 87, a Three Quarter Century club member, is celebrated. Mr and Mrs C E Beaty observe a 62nd wedding anniversary. Mr and Mrs Henry Witthoff and Mr and Mrs Walter Anderson also celebrate anniversaries from 1913 and 1919 respectively.
Among today's birthday honorees are Mrs. Clarence Kolesick, Lowell Dodds of Wellman, Arthur Krause, Mrs. Frank Haney, Jessie Dunbar, Mrs. Jesse Radda, Bob Shannon, Mrs. Fred Donaldson, C. W. Gray, Andy Sheetz, Robert Tarnipseed, William Matucha.
Roger Sherman Victoria Can ott of Ainsworth Peter Witting Kalona Christina Cline and Everette Simkins both of Ainsworth are also celebrators on Lincoln's birthday.
Lois Hoyle turns 15 as her parents Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hoyle celebrate. Colleen Marie Godwin ages 11, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Godwin, is honored. Frances Lor- continues with birthday greetings.
Seven year old Ene Anderson celebrates with family Art and Mrs. Anderson. Also today Maude Cutright and Aelred T Bock horst have birthdays.
Members of the Business and Professional Women's club attended a general held meeting at the home of Margaret Snider to discuss plans for the Mardi Gras party set for February 25. Attendees were given tickets to sell and other matters were reported.
Alma Hearne Holland Missionary society met last evening at Mrs. Wisie Long home with Stella Palmer assisting. Nineteen members and two guests Marguerite Hering and Mrs. Mable Gray attended after a potluck supper. Lucy Stahl led devotional on Stewardship of Brotherhood and Leila Anderson spoke on In vesting Our Heritage focusing on racial minority groups. Society will take the Lenten offering at the March meeting.
The General Sherman tree in Sequoia National Park is measured at 272.4 feet in height. It is the tallest known living single stem tree on Earth, drawing visitors and researchers to the park for its size and age.
The article recommends making bread firmer for easier slicing by placing it in the refrigerator for about an hour. This quick technique preserves freshness while enabling clean cuts.
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