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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1972

Page

2

Prayer and Self Denial Charms United Methodist Circles

WSCS circles study themes on Prayer and Self Denial with six groups meeting February 11 and 16. Circle I hosted by Mrs. Ralph Martin, program by Mrs. Ralph Bauer. Circle II by Mrs. Merle Turnipseed, program by Mrs. Neil Burton. Circle III at Mrs. Dwain Tschantz with Don Maxwell leading. Circle V presented by Mrs. Lyle Wilson in litany form. Circle VI at the church with Mae Lamb leading and a mission report by Mrs. Glenn Gordon. Attendance ranged from 12 to 21 across groups.

United Methodist Women's Society of Christian Service Circle I Ralph Martin Lynn Wagamon Ralph Bauer William Mohland Merle Turnipseed Joe Jones Neil Burton Paul Shearer Circle III Dwain Tschantz Helen Reschly Don Maxwell M.O. Smith Circle V Lyle Wilson Dan,Rohrer Circle VI Wes Ramsey Will Jones Mae Lamb Glenn Gordon

Spurgeon Store Employees Attend Valentine Dinner

Employees of the Spurgeon Store in Washington were guests at their annual Valentine Dinner held at the Captain's Table on Tuesday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Johnson as hosts. Attendees included Mrs. Max Goodlander Mrs. Clifford Campbell Mrs. J.O. Sherman Mrs. Kermit Klopfenstein Mrs. Luther Dillavoy Mrs. Gary Thomas Mrs. John Robertson Mrs. Lyle Embree Beatrice George Mrs. C.P. Berkhoff and Marvin Crim.

Employes Spurgeon Washington Harold Johnson Max Goodlander Clifford Campbell J.O. Sherman Kermit Klopfenstein Luther Dillavoy Gary Thomas John Robertson Lyle Embree Beatrice George C.P. Berkhoff Marvin Crim

Family Night at Reformed Church Draws Large Crowd

A big turnout attended the family night potluck at the Reformed Presbyterian church on Thursday. February motif decorations were provided by Mrs. Gerald Vandenburg and Mrs. Ray Blair. Adult entertainment chairmen were Mrs. Don Wilson and Mrs. Ralph Wilson, with children’s program led by Vandenburg and Blair. Hosts were the Robert Megdelsens. Supper began at 6 30 p.m followed by the program.

Reformed Presbyterian Church Gerald Vandenburg Ray Blair Don Wilson Ralph Wilson Vandenburg Blair Robert Megdelsens

Family News From Maplewood Manor and Portland Visit

Mrs. Pearl Fraim has returned to Maplewood Manor in Keota after a month at University Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Andersen host a surprise visit from their daughter Mrs. Gary Leer, her husband and two children Jeffrey aged 3 and Rachel six months. The Leers traveled from Portland where Mr. Leer works for United Airlines.

Pearl Fraim Maplewood Manor Keota University Hospital Fred Andersen Gary Leer Jeffrey Rachel Leer Portland Mr. Leer United Air Lines

Coordinators Named For Coffee Day Drive In Iowa

James W. Ackerman announces Marvin Mai of Pagoda Supper Club Marion and John Winga Jr of Wingas Washington as area coordinators for Coffee Day to be held March 24 or 25. Donors will get coffee free with a bagged donation. funds go to the Iowa Association for Retarded Children.

James W. Ackerman Iowa Restaurant Association Marvin Mai Pagoda Supper Club Marion John Winga, Jr Winga’s Washington Mr. Ackerman Mai Winga Benton Cedar Iowa Johnson, Jones, Linn Iowa Association For Pete Canakies Restaurant Association

Swine confinement program to cover finishing facilities

An all day program on swine confinement and finishing facilities is set for Thursday Feb. 17 at the YMCA in Washington. Jim Frier reports the agenda includes a tour of Illinois hog operations, economic and environmental factors, engineering choices in pen and building design, manure handling and ventilation, with 4 to 5 Washington County pork producers presenting slides and discussions.

Jim Frier Eldon Haas Illinois Washington County YMCA Washington

Dutchettes 4-H Club Plans Kalona Cheese Factory Tour

The Dutchettes 4-H club met Monday at 7 30 pm with host Melanie Miksch. Twelve members answered roll call. Janine Luers demonstrated a pudding experiment. Mrs Ray Wehr spoke on a food poster and table courtesy. Mary Wehr gave an illustrated talk on organizing and writing recipes. Nutritious refreshments were served.

Melanie Miksch Kalona Janine Luers Ray Wehr Mary Wehr

Christian Women Hold All Day Work Session

The Christian Women's Fellowship met at the First Christian church for an all day work session. They rolled bandages cut stamps and Christmas cards and observed work at Rolling Meadows. Rev Leland Grove led devotions with a Lenten theme and a next coffee is planned at Mrs Rodney Davison's home with coffee at 9 30 and worship at 10.

Christian Women's Fellowship First Christian Church Rolling Meadows Leland Grove Rodney Davison

Quality Food Forum Focuses on Safe Production in Iowa

A March 13 Cedar Rapids forum titled A Quality Food Chain Your Responsibility will stress safe high quality food across the production chain. Iowa State University Extension and Iowa Grain and Feed Association sponsor, with experts from ISU Extension and industry groups speaking.

Iowa Cedar Rapids Jim Frier Frier Hawkeye Downs Robert Skinner Iowa Grain and Feed Assn Mary Fitzgerald Iowa Retail Food Dealers Assn Kenneth Falk Iowa State Fair Board Iowa State University Charles Gratto John Herrick William LaGrange Harold Stockdale Pat Noble

Property transfers listed in Kalona and Washington records

Contracts include Lela C Miller et al to John Robert Sherman and wife for the North half of Lots 5 and 6 in Block 22 Original Plat of Washington. Ropp and wife to Duane E Yoder and wife for Lots 7 and 8 in Block 5 Original Plat of Kalona. Catherine V Walker Trustee to Regina L Jones and husband for Lots 14 and 15 in Block 3 Original Plat of Kalona.

Lela C. Miller John Robert Sherman Washington S. C

Iowa House approves optometry regulation bill

The Iowa House approved a measure to create a state board of optometry, set certification standards, and allow license suspension or revocation. It requires exam proof of good moral character and a degree from an accredited school. A ban on advertising beyond a professional card or window sign drew opposition from Rep. Pelton who warned it could stifle competition.

Des Moines UPI Iowa House Senate Optometry Charles Pelton Clinton

Witnesses to attend Burlington session

Jehovah's Witnesses across the Washington area will gather for a Conscious of Our Spiritual Needs assembly in Burlington Iowa at Memorial Auditorium. Up to two thousand people from eastern Iowa and parts of Illinois will attend with Ruben Cobos Jr. of Brooklyn NY delivering principal talks including a Sunday address Are You Marked for Survival. Regular Kingdom Hall meetings will be cancelled that weekend.

Jehovah's Witnesses Washington Area Burlington Iowa Illinois Memorial Auditorium David Tubbs Tubbs Jesus Ruben Cobos Jr Brooklyn New York Kingdom Hall

Optimists Host Valentine Party at Captain's Table

Washington Optimists entertained wives and guests at a Valentine Party in the Captain's Table. Delmar Ebersole of Mt. Pleasant urged a positive attitude for 1972, saying success depends on individuals. The next Optimist meeting is Tuesday at 6:45 a.m. at Wingas Cafe.

Washington Delmar Ebersole Mt. Pleasant Toastmasters Club Winga

Washington Evening Journal details and rates

The Washington Evening Journal of Washington Iowa lists contact details and press affiliations. It provides staff roles including David Elder president and editor, William Shannon VP and advertising director, and other key posts. Subscription rates are shown for carrier delivery within Washington and surrounding areas and for mail outside the town.

North Marion Ave Washington Iowa Elder, Shannon & Co., Inc Washington, Iowa United Press International Inland Daily Press Assn Iowa Daily Press_Assn Iowa Press Assn Audit Bureau of Circulations David Elder William Shannon Inestam Morris Robert Shaffer Leonard Llewellyn

MONADEX Aids Weight Loss Sold by Osincup Drug Store

A weight loss tablet named MONADEX is advertised as curb hunger with no dangerous drugs and no need for strenuous exercise. The ad promises a 20 day supply for $3.00 and a money back guarantee, with Washington orders filled by Osincup Drug Store.

Osincup Drug Store Washington

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