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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1964

Page

2

Miss Sheila Kay Chabal Weds John Stev Madsen in Marion Ave Church

Miss Sheila Kay Chabal daughter of Mr and Mrs Stanley Chabal Washington marries John Stev Madsen son of Mrs Mary Louise Madsen Princeton Ky in a 230 ceremony at Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Church Rev Vernon G Elgin officiating Bride wore taffeta gown with Chantilly lace and pearl crown veil The wedding party included Rhoda Reimers maid of honor and bridesmaids Car la Chabal Judy Te Bockhorst Mariene Chabal The best man was Jim McFadden and groomsmen Kenny Madsen and Richard Madsen A reception followed in church parlors Guests came from Decatur Davenport Princeton Ky Chicago UL Muscatine Kasona Riverside and nearby towns The couple will reside at 1820 North Broadway Decatur.

Sage Sheila Kay Chabal Stanley Chabal Washington John Stevis Madsen Mary Louise Madsen Princeton Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Church Vernon G. Elgin Rhoda Reimers Davenport Hemor Judy Te Bockhorst Mariene Caabal Miss Reimer Jim McFadden Chicago Kenny Madsen Dector Ill Richard Madsen Wayne Marston Robert Chabal Herbert Osincup Robert Wilcox Carla Jones Garda McKune Arlynne Kolesick Sandy Moore William Putman North Broadway Decatur Davenport Durant Traer Emmetsburg Jrundy Center Muscatine Kasona Riverside

Marion Avenue UPW Circles Report On Bible Study

Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Women met last week to study The Firstborn Head from Colossians. Members completed Africa puzzles to illuminate the study, led by Mrs. Stephen Wiggers, with numerous Circle gatherings hosted at the UP Home by Helen Lackey, Miss Florence Kyle, and others.

Marion Avenue United 1 Presbyterian Paul Africa Circle VI Circle VII Florence Kyle Myrtle Genkinger Richard McCall Helen Lackey Circle 1 Art Witthoft John Qwen Ralph Bozman Kent Circle Iit Amy McLaughlin Dave Livingston

Veterans Auxiliary meet in Mt Pleasant

Veterans of World War I and Auxiliary of the first district held a Mt Pleasant meeting on Sunday. Robert Prunty of Keokuk, first district commander, introduced Harry Ramseyer of Washington, a national legislative committee member, who spoke of his Washington meeting. Auxiliary was led by Mrs Ramsey. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Meryl Steele, Mr and Mrs Clifford Connelly, and Mr and Mrs Claud McCoy of Washington. Mrs Steele serves as district senior vice president.

First District Mt Pleasant Robert Prunty Keokuk Harry Ramseyer Washington National Legislative Committee Washington, D.C Ramsey Othe Meryl Steele Clifford Connelly Claud McCoy Steele

Abbotts observe 530th anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Abbott of Conesville marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary on Monday February 10. The couple wed February 10, 1914 in Perry at a Methodist parsonage. They have two sons W. N. Abbott of Liberty Missouri and Keith Abbott of Nichols and a daughter Mrs Norman Hawkins of Mesa Arizona. They also have 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Columbus — Junction Harry Abbott Conesville Mabel Rippey Columbus Junction Mr. Abbott Perry W. N. Abbott Liberty Keith Abbott Nichols Norman Hawkins Mesa, Ariz

Social calendar notices for early week events

Local social column lists many group meetings and activities scheduled across Monday to Thursday. Highlights include Rainbow Girls at 7:30 p.m. Masonic Temple. Baptist Friendly Bible Class potluck. VFW Auxiliary meetings. First Presbyterian Circle gatherings. YWCA events. Jaycee Ettes. Booster Club contributions. Luncheon activities. and a range of circles, clubs, and card groups with times and hosts noted. Many entries specify locations such as churches, Masonic Temple, VFW Hall, and YW rooms.

Rainbow Girls Masonic Temple Baptist Friendly Bible Sam_Turkington VFW First Presbyterian Vpw Robert Garrett Don Beye Crawfordsville Ces Hawai Harold Jarvis Rosemary Club Charles Wiley Jaycee Ettes Don Myers Phil Wel John Simmering Jolly Nine Club Dwight ‘Murray Cloycennes Kolah Club Neill Trotman Circle X John Welk Fellowship Hall Don Bealer Just Us Club D.O. Butler Sunshine Community Club Marsh Atkinson Ywca Knitting Club

Washington Hospital Admits and Dismissals Summary

Admitted yesterday Mrs Carl Ward of Washington for surgery. Births Saturday Mr and Mrs Robert Baker of Washington announce a son. Dismissed Saturday Raymond Crone of Washington. Yesterday William Blick Mrs Lloyd Miller and Stephen Weller all of Washington. Today Charles Gibson of Washington.

Carl Ward Washington Surgical Robert Baker Raymond Crone William Blick Lloyd Miller Stephen Weller Merlin_ J Hesseltine Wellman Charles Gibson

Camp Fire and Blue Birds Observe Valentine Day

Camp Fire and Blue Bird Girls held Valentine activities and elected new officers. Groups planned a Valentine party, made boxes and centerpieces, and visited or supported local homes and facilities.

Blue Bird Keith Williams Jr Jeanne Williams

Local News Notes From Madison Visits And Birthdays

Hazel Alberson returns to Madison after visiting her brother the William Stewarts to see the Wil l i am Stewart home talent production of The Music Man in which Mrs Stewart had a leading part. Mrs Ralph Hesseltine enjoys a birthday potluck with family including Howard Coachley Wilson Putman Jaude Goldsmith and family. Lola DeLong returns from a California visit to see sons Lester Rath Earl Rath and relatives in Los Angeles Belmont and Sun y Haven Rest Home. Larry Jackson of Brownwood Texas and Richard Jackson of Mason City visit Walter Starr and family during weekend travels on to Chicago.

Hazel Alberson Madison Wis Wiliam Stewarts Mrs. Stewart Ralph Hesseltine Lola DeLong California Lester Rath Belmont Earl Rath Los Angeles Larry Jackson Brownwood Texas Richard Jackson Mason City Walter Starr Larry Mary Starr Sunny Haven Chicago

Dotson Wehmeyer Nuptials Friday Ceremony in Morning Sun

Mr and Mrs Wayne Dotson of Wapello announce the marriage of their daughter Jo Ann to David Dean Wehmeyer son of Mr and Mrs Herman Wehmeyer of Conesville. The wedding occurred Friday February 14 at 7 pm in the Methodist Church at Morning Sun with Rev A V Yeigle officiating and a reception at the bride’s parents home attended by friends and relatives.

Columbus — Junction Wayne Dotson Wapello Jo Ann David Dean Wehmeyer Herman Wehmeyer Conesville A.V. Yeigle

Wesleyan Service Guild Hosts Paul Shearer Dinner

Paul Shearer spoke as guild guest at the Wesleyan Service Guild meeting held Friday evening at the Winga Cafe. Twenty two members and a guest attended with Mrs. Vera Crawford presenting the membership report. Miss Ruth Bell led the business portion and Mrs. Robert Wead led devotions. The next meeting plans a Lenten breakfast and communion service on March 15.

Guid Winga Cafe Paul Shearer Miss Bell Robert Wead Vera Crawford

Baptist Circles Hold Joint Session After World Day of Prayer

The Mrs Arley Brown Missionary Circle met with the Nina Bowers Circle in Fellowship Hall after World Day of Prayer. Hostesses served refreshments before business. In January 22 calls were reported. Mrs Peterson urged cookie donations for March 5 and members were asked to help clean the kitchen Wednesday afternoon.

Arley Brown Nina Bowers Fellowship Hall Seeview Ircle Peterson

Highland Social Club February meeting notes

The Highland Social Club met at Pearl and Eula Mae Coon s home with 18 members, 3 children, and guest Mrs Ethel Steele present. New president Helen McCreedy appointed committees, and plans for a midwinter potluck at Wilfred McCreedy home Feb 18 at 6 30 p m were announced along with March meeting venue Irene Harrison s home. Refreshments in Valentine motif were served.

Highland Social Chip Pearl Eula Mae Coon Ethel Steele Helen McCreedy Cyrstal Steele Adeline Rhea Ruth Beard Beatrice McCreedy Leona Krotz Ferne Steele Myra Donaldson Rosil €E

Music Man delights capacity Washington crowd at Ys event

Capacity audiences packed the Washington High School auditorium for four showings of The Music Man by Y’s Men’s Club. After Saturday’s closing, cast members and spouses were hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Richard McCleery with a luncheon at Captain's Table and a program honoring standout performers. Tarantulas have no sense of hearing.

Washington High School Y's Men's Club Richard McCleery

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