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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1952
Page
2
The Jolly Jokers 4-H Club held a Valentine grab bag exchange at Patty Sheetz home on February 14. Members contributed gifts and a candy box from leader Mrs. Melvin Booth. Colleen Phelps presided as president during a brief meeting and Corrine Phelps read the Litany.
The Fort nightly Bible department met Monday afternoon in the library with Mrs Hebner presiding. She opened by reading a poem as thirteen members answered roll call with a verse of praise. Acts chapters 1 and 20 were studied with reports on Acts 19 and 26.
The New Haven church adult class met at Mr and Mrs Billie Roberts home with eighteen adults attending while children stayed with Pat Seethout at the Augustine home. Contests were played and a church attendance contest was organized with Victor Mayer and Harvey Leeper choosing sides. Refreshments with a Valentine motif were served.
Pvt. Clarence J. Brown on furlough was honored at a cooperative turkey dinner Sunday noon at his parents home. Guests included multiple Brown families from Washington and Brighton, plus Dale Brown, the Seth Carris family of Packwood, and Joyce Sasseen.
Families of the Jackson Center school district held a potluck supper at the school Monday evening with 40 people present. Accordion and piano music were provided by local residents and the evening included games and visits.
A luncheon for employed girls is set for Wednesday February 20 at the YW rooms at 12 noon. The hospitality committee or YWCA will serve a Tran themed meal with Margaret Cowden speaking on Iran. The event ends to allow attendees to return to work.
The Vigilant Sunday school class of the Presbyterian church held a potluck supper Monday evening at the home of Dr William J Grossheim with 35 in attendance. After a brief business meeting, Dr Grossheim led devotions. Paul Graf entertained with a cornet solo and Joyce Graf played piano followed by hymn singing and light anecdotes from group members.
The Young Married Class of the New Haven church met with Mr and Mrs Arthur Gorsh Monday evening. In the president's absence Mrs Richard Mayer led the business session and Mrs Gorsh directed devotions. Mr and Mrs Harvey Leeper presented the evening's entertainment, and refreshments were served. The next gathering will be hosted by Mr and Mrs Keith Augustine.
Forty five guests attended a Taylor No 9 school supper honoring Home makers Club members moving in or out of the neighborhood. President Mrs Hubert Redlinger expressed regrets for the Dares and Virginia leaving for Crawfordsville and welcomed the Louis Larsen family. Entertainment by Mr and Mrs Ed Shalla and Mr and Mrs Virgil Lintz included contests chorades and an unrehearsed comedy club meeting.
Linda Stewart hosted the intermediate Sunday School class Valentine party at her home with 13 members present along with teacher Mrs Stephens and two guests. Kenneth Bauer Janice Laubach Martha Stephens led entertainment including singing games and a Valentine exchange. Mary Lou Slemons Martha Stanton Gail Niffenegeer Kenneth Ginkens led the refreshment committee. Mrs Kadrar Stewart assisted with refreshments.
Local clubs and circles announce meetings and events through the week. Includes Pythian Sisters El hall Statt practice, VIEW Auxiliary, St. Mary's St. James circles, guest speaker, auctions, prayers, potlucks, and craft sessions across churches and community halls with reminders to bring dishes, gifts, and table service. Regulars: 4-H leaders, PEO, American Legion Aux, and Baptist Women.
A simple method to bake apples filled with peppermint candy. Core the apples, insert a piece of peppermint candy in each cavity, then bake using your regular method for a minty dessert.
A thrifty Sunday supper option combines canned green beans with creamed shredded beef. The dish, made in a chafing dish or skillet, yields a pleasant flavor and serves four.
Rainbow girls held a Temple meeting with 30 members as Pat DeLa presided. Committees and models were named for the March 4 style show planned by the organization.
Mr and Mrs William Murphy of 621 Ek Washington Sto were honored by their children and grandchildren for their 55th wedding anniversary celebrated Saturday evening The couple married on February 17 1897 and received many ecards flowers and gifts during the observance The evening was spent with family visiting
Evening event featured Mr and Mrs W R Murphy Rita Kay William Lewis and many others, with a list of attendees from Ainsworth Columbus Junction Wellman and here. Several relatives attended including Buddies Frame Billy and Bobby from Ainsworth but were ill and could not attend.
A cooking guide notes two options for frozen meats. Thaw first then cook, or bake directly from frozen. In both cases extra cooking time is needed to ensure proper doneness.
Thirty five members and guests attended the Friendly Bible Class party at the Baptist church last evening. The social committee included Mr. and Mrs. Harley Brock Mrs. Grover Custer and Mrs. Raymond Hasty. Special guest Mrs. Brian of Centerville joined the cooperative supper with a center row of red heart scriptures. The president Mrs. Beth Brinning led a business session after prayer. Plans included buying dining room curtains with committee members Floyd Murdock Ray Sojka. A nominating committee for new officers was named Howard Hays B H Van Meter and Marietta Workman. March meeting moved to March 31 with committees Social Hays and Beulah Hesselgesser Program John Shebeck Rudy Schmidt. Rev Earl C Longfellow prayed for Mr Rudy Schmidt awaiting surgery in Kirksville Missouri. Mrs Oscar Burham closed with prayer. Entertainment by Mrs Howard Hays Mrs Van Meter and Mrs Sojka included readings and a skit on The Church Visitation Committee. Scripture questions awarded to Mrs Floyd Murdock Mrs Arnold Smith and Darlene Custer. Miss Custer played hymn tunes on the piano. Rev Longfellow gave dismissal prayer.
Mrs Duane Redlinger hosted Red Bullettes and their husbands after a National Guard meeting on Monday evening. The social gathering followed a refreshments committee led by Mrs Bill Patterson and Mrs Don Mitchell.
Instructions describe dipping wooden kitchen match heads in boiled linseed oil, then drying for 48 hours or longer in a metal pan to create waterproof matches.
A family night event at the KP hall brought together 50 members of the Knights of Pythias and Sisters with their families. The kitchen committee included Mrs. Hubert Lehrer Mrs. Sam DeLong and Mrs. Duane Foriash. Guests watched the Iowa Ohio State basketball game and played cards.
Clarence Meek's home hosted a social evening for the second floor coffee club and members' spouses. Bridge and canasta were played at several tables while guests mingled. Mrs. P L Etter poured at refreshments. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Bill Flink of Chicago.
Twelve neighbors and friends surprised Mr and Mrs John Wheelan with a Monday evening party for their 38th wedding anniversary. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Wagner and three children, Mr and Mrs Raymond Wheelan and Mickie Jo, Mrs Rush Helwick, Emley Kolo, Mr and Mrs James Brooks and Mrs Henry Sutherland.
Balloting for candidates to be initiated into the VEW Auxiliary occurred at a special meeting at the VEW hall with about 15 members present. The regular Auxiliary meeting is scheduled for tonight. Gene Taylor and Jim Dempsey headed to Ft. Riley Kansas for two months of National Guard training.
A simple winter dish instructs to heat frankfurters thoroughly then mix with spaghetti in tomato juice seasoned with minced onions for serving. The readable text suggests a warm, quick supper idea centered on frankfurters and pasta.
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