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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1941

Page

2

Local social notes and arrivals in Washington area

Dr and Mrs E B Stutsman hosted six guests at their West Main Street home with Vera and Virginia Stutsman visiting from La Porte City and Cedar Falls, joined by Courtney Kline of Waterloo. Dr C W Twinam, son of Cedar Falls residents, earned a Doctor of Public Health from Harvard and serves at Lakeville State Sanatorium in Massachusetts. Sun service will end March 2 with emergency number 583 R or 197 R. Tucked Chevrolet ad and local travels include Harold Hays’ trip to Ames for a creamery course and Mrs Fuhr’s family attending Adam Schmitt’s funeral in Muscatine. Reister, Milton Norton relatives visiting, and Joseph Barr with son Ross stop by Rev George Kerr’s home on the way home from Hanover Illinois.

E. EB. Stutsman West Main Street Vera Virginia Stutsman la Porte City Virginia Cedar Falls Courtney Kline Waterloo Stutsman C. W. Twinam Middleboro Mass A. H. Twinam Harvard University Lakeville State Sanatorium Twinam Washington Joseph Barr Ross Pawnee City Nebr George Kerr Uanover Rev. Kerr

Hospital Discharges And Admissions Reported

At the hospital James Meeks of Riverside was discharged yesterday afternoon. Lorel Garrett of 414 S Ninth street was discharged yesterday afternoon. Dolores Stoner of Wellman was discharged yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Fred Beeler of Peru was transferred yesterday afternoon to the University hospital at Town City. Mrs. Ralph Schubert of 623 N Ave B was admitted last night as a medical patient. Mrs. Lloyd Fredmund of 308 N Adams was admitted last night as a surgical patient.

James Meeks Riverside Lorel Garrett S. Ninth Street Dolores Stoner Wellman Fred Beeler Peru University Hospital Town City Ralph Schubert N. Ave. B Lloyd Fredmund N. Adams

Philadelphia investor Boltz arrested for large fraud

Robert J. Boltz an investment counsel from Philadelphia was arrested in Rochester New York and returned to face charges of defrauding clients of 2 500 000 authorities allege he embezzled the money entrusted to him for investment.

Robert J. Boltz Philadelphia Rochester N. Y Brotherly Love The Philadelphia Enquirer

Albia Five Defeats Cards 43-27 in Final Quarter Surge

Albia Pirates defeated the Cardinal cagers 43 to 27 after a close first half, as fatigue and strong defense limited Albia’s scoring early. Madison and Overmeyer led the visitors with 16 points, while Ken Dotson and Verle Crist sparked a late Cards rally before Albia pulled away in the final period.

Albia Weary Cardinal Kent Kimberlin Cardinal Cagers Albia Pirate Max Overmeyer Sparky Madison Verle Crist Alibia Dave Grayson Mike Kasper Overmeyer Ellis Finke Norris Dotson Perior Norbert Norris Ken Otson Pirate Maquoketa Madison Royal Sparky) Madison Pirates Er Melrose Simmons Cardinals Ken Dotson Nub Norval Norris Yeoman

Kalona Clinches Share In Brawl For Top Berth

Kalona defeats Richland 85 to 22 to join a three way tie for first with Keota and Richland in the Ke-Wash conference title chase. Keota beat West Chester 24 to 14, while Brighton toppled Wellman 45 to 38 as final round action looms next Friday.

Seotchman Kalona Richland Kalona Court Keota West Chester Trojans Brighton Bears Wellman Wildcats Brighton Kenny Guengerich H. Guengerich McNarlen Bears Wells Brown Leo Swartzendruber Keota Eagle's Nest Wellman Five Keota Ee Wellman Ali

Demons Fall to Fairfield Trojans 40-25 in Little Six Tilt

In Fairfield on Feb 22 the Washington Demons drop a 40 to 25 decision to the Fairfield Trojans in a rough Little Six contest. Key scorers Kiesey and Lundquist pace Washington with 13 and 10 points respectively as Fairfield seizes control with rebounding and height advantages.

Demons Trojans Fairfield Washington Hoovermen Burlington Invaders Pairfield c Dabner Norman Fairfielders Lundquist Abner Lindauer Norman G Dahl G Vgor Littleton Gillaspie Simmons Treland Tyler Washington Pr Lance Marshall Burham Klein

Spiced fruit cookies use pineapple juice as liquid

The recipe suggests substituting pineapple juice for the liquid in spiced fruit cookies. The tart flavor complements both hot and cold beverages and pairs well with spicy blends.

S W Livingston Speaks At Fortnightly Club Program

S W Livingston was guest speaker at a Fortnightly club program in the Methodist church social room. He spoke of Civil War memories, World War I, and 1941 conditions, urging support for England and a return to traditional American ideals and patriotism.

S. W. Livingston

Missionary Group Meeting Led by Mrs. Michels and Presbytery

The Presbyterian missionary society met yesterday afternoon with Mrs. T. A. Michels. President Mrs. R. J. Dawson conducted the business session, with devotionals by Mrs. Hy. Van Meier and the program on The Negro in America led by Mrs. Gillispie. A letter from retired missionary Mrs. Myrtle McCleary in Elat West Africa was read. The prayer calendar was organized by Mrs. Lemmon. The group announced the Presbyterial will be in Muscatine on April 24 and 25.

Presbyterian Missionary Society T. A. Michels R. J. Dawson R. Hy. van Meier R. Gillispie America R B. Dougherty Myrtle McCleary Elat West Africa States J. E. Lemmon Muscatine

Regular Meeting of Rebekah Lodge in K P Hall

The Noble Grand Leona Kos led a Rebekah lodge meeting in the K P Hall last evening. A member, Mrs Ralph Zeck, was injured in a fall at home. several members were noted as ill. The committee reported eleven sick calls and one membership application was read. Refreshments were provided by the Brock couple and a March committee was named including several Jarrard Schneider Schnei der and Musil members.

Leona Kos Rebekah Lodge K. P. Hall Ralph Zeck A. B. Schmoeller Ella Hout Hilma Larson Harold Brock March George Jarrard Frank Schneider Carl Schneider Ina Schneider Bertha Kupka Lucy Knauss Libby Musil

Women's Society Meets at Church

The Women's Society of Christian Service met at the Methodist church with 57 members present. President Mrs O E Schmitt led the session, with unit four coordinating the social hour and a school quartet performing. The group announced a district meeting in Mt Pleasant on Feb 24 and urged attendees to call Mrs Leo Hoover.

Women's Society of Christian Service Methodist Church O. E. Schmitt J. W. Chandler BE. S. Hebner W F. Bickel W. B. Dupuis Ira Rathmel United States R. C. Keagy Boyd White Willis Merle Booth Douglas Dowell John Rothlisberger Virginia Gibson Donnabelle Kephart Mt. Pleasant Leo Hoover

Water Refuses to Boil at High Altitude

The report notes water would not boil at an altitude of 20 miles above sea level, indicating boiling point changes with elevation and extreme height effects.

Neighbors Honor Mr and Mrs H Klein on 45th Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Klein were honored Wednesday evening as about forty neighbors and friends gathered at their home to observe their 45th wedding anniversary. Euchre was played at five tables with high score winners including Mrs. Milt Wollrah Mrs. Howard Fisher Ernest Bowman and Milt Wollra. Lunch followed. Attendees included the William Krotz Robert Nicola Howard Fisher Joe Miller Milt Wollrab Ernest Bowman Bert Cray families and Walter Nicola.

Henry Klein Milt Wollrah Howard Fisher Ernest Bowman Milt Wollra William Krotz Robert Nicola Joe Miller Milt Wollrab Bert Cray Walter Nicola

Couple Night Party Planned This Evening

A community notice invites all couples over high school age to attend a two hour gathering at the M C A tonight from eight to eleven. Last week’s event drew many youths with Ping pong badminton table games and swimming. Refreshment committees included Mr and Mrs Ralph Kleese Mr and Mrs Boyd White Mary Lynn Heilman and Harold Wehr.

M.C.A Ralph Kleese Boyd White Mary Lynn Heilman Harold Wehr

Pupils Exhibit at Bratten Studio Piano Recital T: Edith Miller Farewell Moves to Keota with Social to Follow

Edith Miller and Louise Witthoft performed in a piano recital hosted by Elsie Bratten at her home at 7:20 PM. The event served as a spring recital and a farewell for Miller who departs for Keota soon. A social hour with refreshments followed, hosted by Mrs Witthoft and Miss Bratten.

Edith Miller Louise Witthoff Elsie Bratten Bratten Miss Bratten Keota Louise Minuet Beethoven Louise Witthoft Wilma Zook Appy Rigenhagen Witthoft Butler Dear Little Bird Brown Mae Lacklen Golden Light Perry Shady Wood Butler

Fifth Wedding Anniversary Gift Theme

The fifth wedding anniversary traditionally uses wood as the proper gift. The custom emphasizes natural materials symbolizing growth and strength in marriage.

Social calendar items for the week and church events

Notices list D A R Washington birthday party at Presbyterian church 6 30 p m tickets from Elizabeth Dawson by Tuesday A IT club potluck supper 6 30 p m with Mr and Mrs Ernest Garrett Couple night 8 p m Me Oh A Sunday Vesper service 4 p m Presbyterian church Monday Family Bible class 6 30 pot luck supper Baptist Bible department of Fortnight ly club 2 30 p m Public Library Handcraft dept meeting 3 7 30 sereonhead Mrs E A Ralston note change of meeting place Sunshine Community club shower for Omer Wagners evening Carl Schneider bring fruit salad and cookies for own family cards and card table Dishes will be fur nished White Shrine bridge party 2 13 p m at Masonic Temple DeMolay meeting 7 30 p m at Masonic Temple Tuesday Women s missionary society evening division of WUP church 7 30 p m Mrs c F Boller Rosemary club evening Mr and Mrs Ray Bell Priscilla club luncheon 1 6 Conaughy co hostess notifying 7 30 p m Mrs Ray Mrs Anna Landau Members pieces suitable for quilt blocks at Masonic Temple Please clock Mrs E M Livingst on s home Mrs F E M Me host ss if unable to attend Chapter Y T T T social meet mond Dayton Booster club 1 o clock Damascus Shrine No 10 regular meeting 2 p m notice change of hour Wednesday Knights of Pythias anniversary dinner 6 30 p m at K P hall Bring sandwiches own table service and dishes to pass Please notice change of date

D.A.R. Washington Presbyterian Church Elizabeth Dawson A & IT Club Ernest Garrett Baptist Bible Department Public Library E. A. Ralston Sunshine Community — Club Omer Wagners Carl Schneider Masonic Temple Women's Missionary Society Wup Church F. Boller Rosemary Club Ray Bell Priscilla Club Conaughy Ray Anna Landau Ralph Livingsston FE. M. Mehost T.T.T Dayton Damascus Shrine

Birthday Celebrants Include George Washington Day Observers

Today several locals celebrate birthdays including Ralph Pratt Mrs Owen Grecian Lola May Hartman Robert Simmering Albert Hesseltine F A Shelangoski Mrs L C Crawford and Mrs J A Pence of Wellman Also listed are Edna Turnipseed Louise Pulver George Colthurst Everett Roberts Richard Flading Forrest Donaldson and Gwyneth Davis from nearby towns.

George Washington Ralph Pratt Owen Grecian Lola May Hartman Robert Simmering Albert Hesseltine F. A. Shelangoski L. C. Crawford J. A. Pence Wellman Edna Turnipseed Roy Turnipseed Louise Pulver Keota George Colthurst Everett Roberts Amboy Richard Flading Lexington Forrest Donaldson Havre Gwyneth Davis Crawfordsville

Birthday Note for Three Quarter Century Club Member

One member of the Three Quarter Century club celebrates his birthday today William G Atchison of New Brighton Pennsylvania. He was born in Ohio in 1855.

Three Quarter Century Club William G. Atchison New Brighton Ohio

Birthday honors for Washington namesakes and relatives

Several persons are noted for birthdays and anniversaries linked to George Washington and Martha. George Washington Cook of Brighton turns 21. George Washington Sojka is 13. Martha Havel is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Sojka. Mr. and Mrs. Golia Miller mark an anniversary. Joe Daniels and his wife celebrate 41 years of marriage. Donald Bishop, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Bishop, has a birthday. Ronnie Brinning of Keota has a birthday, and his grandfather W. T. Hobbs also has a birthday tomorrow. a dinner will be held at Mr Hobbs's home.

George Washington Martha George Washington Cook Brighton George Washington Sojka Yara Sojka Martha Havel Will Sojka Donald Bishop Harry Bishop Ronnie Brinning Keota W. T. Hobbs Mr. Hobb

Birthday Celebrations For Rennie Daw Son Dale Fuhr Barr

Tomorrow the Daw son Fuhr and Barr families hold birthday events for Mrs. Rennie Daw son Mrs. Dale Fuhr and Mrs. C R Barr along with Robert Lee Hesseltine. Additional celebrants include Phyllis Irene Owens Mary Ardith Jarrard Pearl Houseal Carol Elizabeth Tellin and Mrs A C Schulze.

Rennie Dawson Dale Fuhr C. R. Barr Robert Lee Hesseltine Phyllis Irene Owens Glenn Owens Mary Ardith Jarrard Pearl Houseal Pleasant Ridge Carol Elizabeth Tellin Vince Tellin Riverside A. C. Schulze Schulze

Frances Louise Null and Robert James Hatton Wed in Notre Dame Chapel

Mrs. Catharine Null announces the marriage of Frances Louise Null of Gary Indiana to Robert James Hatton son of Mr. and Mrs Russell Hatton of Rensselaer Indiana. The single ring ceremony was held Thursday at nine in Notre Dame Chapel South Bend Indiana with the bride wearing green velvet and blond alligator accessories. The couple will reside in Crown Point Indiana.

Billy Hatton Washington High School Iowa State College Mr. Hatton Marmion Military Academy Eastern State College Kentucky Carnegie

Missionary Society Luncheon Led by Mrs Richard Leet

The Baptist Woman’s Missionary Society held its monthly luncheon Friday with Mrs Richard Leet as host. About thirty attended. co hosts were Mrs Roy Gordon and Mrs Rudie Schmidt. Mrs Ben Coppock gave a devotional from Philippians 2 12 16 on Faith for Christian Living.

Baptist Woman's Missionary Society Richard Leet Roy Gordon Rudie Schmidt Ben Coppock Charles McConnell McConnell A. W. Yard Tom Lewis Alfred Trenerry Trenerry J. N. Dodd Christian Church

Homebuilders Class Hosts Potluck Supper

The Homebuilders class of the Christian church held a pot luck supper last evening with table decorations in honor of George Washington's birthday. Forty four attended the event, and Gladys Earl Gladys Putnam and Mrs. Charles Doran organized the class party.

The Christian Church George Washington Fortyfour Gladys Earl Gladys Putnam Charles Doran

Mrs D Applegate Hosts H H Club Meeting

Mrs Don Applegate hosted the H. H. club Thursday afternoon at her home with seven members and four children present. After a brief business meeting the afternoon was social. refreshments were served by the hostess helped by Mrs Ted Givans and Mrs Spencer Reed.

Don Applegate H. H. Club

Anniversary and Birthdays Noted in West Chester

The notice marks an anniversary tomorrow for Wanda Ruth Smith and Char ley Harley of West Chester. Readers are invited to join in celebrating their shared milestone and upcoming birthdays tomorrow.

Wanda Ruth Smith Charley Harley West Chester

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