Johnny Mercer and Li'l Abner on high school stage
A school production revives Johnny Mercer’s lyric talent and the musical Li’l Abner with a large Dogpatch cast. Starring Sandy Hayes Jan Fane Judy Marshall Allen Stewart Dik Holdena¢ Leonard Schantz and Dave Everett, the show opened the plan and cast with Earthquake McGoon and Marryin’ Sam in key scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Mercer
Li'l Abner
T. Cornpone
Gene de Paul
Stupefyin’ Jones
Sandy Hayes
Moonbeam McSwine
Jan Fane
Scragg
General Bullmoose
Allen Stewart
General Ballocoes
Dik Holdena
Leonard Schantz
Abner
Mammy
Pappy Yokum
Sharon Lowry
Dan Coon
Sam
Daisy Mae
T. Compons
Daisy
Dave Everetts
Earthquake McGoon
Pappy
Washington, D.C
John McDaniel
Deeds listed for Iowa land transfers and vehicles
On The Record Deeds show Clifford W Leeper and wife transferring land to the State of Iowa ins e9. Genevieve Lyle transfers to Farmers Coop Oil Assoc. and multiple vehicle titles including Cushman motor cycle, Chevrolets for Dillon Fern Graber Kiene Brothers Leslie Hagie Mangold's Service and Ford for Merlin Hagie.
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Clifford W. Leeper
State of Iowa
Genevieve Lyle
Auuhent
Crowl
Cushman
Gladys L. Putman
Chevrolet
Dillon
Fern Graber
Kiene Brothers
Chevrolet Leslie
Bessie Zickefoose
Merlin
Alice Hagie
Mangold’s
Dear Abby Warning to All About Souvenirs After a Death
Dear Abby advises clearing away letters and photos from dead romances to spare the living. A widow’s box released years of evidence, harming the husband and triggering tragedy. The note urges readers to remove keepsakes for private burial and consider the impact on survivors.
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Abby
Banquet and skating mark Scout week in Chester
Chester Scouts attend a Blue and Gold banquet at the Methodist Church with 65 in attendance. Camp Fire girls enjoy a skating party at the roller rink. Winners included Kevin Thrapp for genius kits and a derby race planned for March. Mrs Walter Bauer hosts WCTU meeting with several local families visiting.
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West Chessna
Reb
Walter Bauer
W.ct.u
Merle McDowell
Lloyd Bauer
Francis Romine
Keola
Nelson Woodford
Elwin Bauer
Sheldon Kongable
Near
Winfield
Homer Brinning
Phoenix
Arizona
Roy Bauer
California
Bruce Gardner
Cindy
Des Moines
Don Paul
Washington
Camp Fire
Methodist Church
Elliott McKinstry
John Johnson
Ray Hough
Kev
Win
Andre
Vera Foriash
Kevin Thrapp
Mabel Knopp
John Duvall
Double Deck Club Meets With Mrs Morrett Guest
Mrs Ralph Martin hosted eleven club members and guest Mrs John Morrett for a Thursday evening session of Double Deck. After a business meeting pinocle was played at three tables with high score earned by Mrs Dora Wagner and low by Mrs Morrett. travel prize went to Mrs D L Rohrer. Mrs Clarence Shaffer assisted with refreshments.
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Ralph Martin
Double Deck
John Morrett
Dora Wagner
Morrett
D.L. Rohrer
Clarence Shaffer
Keota shower honors Glenda Stoutner bride elect
A prenuptial shower for Glenda Stoutner, the February bride elect, was hosted by Susie McGuire at the Dr. K L McGuire home in Keota. Fourteen former classmates attended. red and white decor featured a large tulle heart centerpiece and a miniature bride and groom.
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Keota
Glenda Stoutner
Susie McGuire
John David Norenberg
Isaac Norenberg
Stanley Norenbergs
Kalona
Cyril Osweiler
James Coffman
Sigourney
Frank Osweiler
Sigourney Hospital
Paul Longs Are Honored by Friends
Keota residents hosted a silver wedding anniversary for Paul and Mrs. Long of Washington. Pinochle prizes went to Paul Long and Mrs. Bob Long. A silver themed buffet luncheon followed with centerpieces and gifts. Attendees included their children Bill and Merle Belieu and others from Durant Sigourney and Keota, while other local events were noted.
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Keota
Kurt Maine
Libertyville
Roy Funston
Clarence Aller
Paul Long
Washington
Bob Long
Bill
Merle Belieu
Durant
Bud Baker
Walter Bruty
C. W
Clarence McNurlen
Bill McNurlen
Washington Iowa Daily Press Advertising Directors and Staff
Fragments show names and roles in the Washington Iowa Daily Press staff including David William Shannon and Charles Morris with positions in advertising and production. The notice references Inland Daily Press Association and Bureau of Circulation, plus subscription rates for 5 months or 1 year by carrier in Washington.
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David William Shannon
Vice Press
Charles Morris
Baitor
Ince Cowden
Washington
Iowa
United Press
Daily’ Press
Town Daily Press
Iowa Press Nught
Waitor
Quaker History Highlighted at Richland Quaker Meeting
Centenary Quaker history was shared at Pleasant Plain Quarterly Meeting in Richland with records dating to 1851. Woolson and Hopewell churches formed in 1864, Rubio Church in 1905, and Richland’s first pastor Benjamin Hiatt arrived in 1884.
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Richland
Pleasant Plain
Kansas
Glenn Hawley
Yearly Meeting
U P Home Hosts Washington Birthday Variety Night
A patriotic program at the U P Home featured reflections on George Washington’s life and times plus historical quizzes and songs reflecting his era. Visits include Mrs Dale Essex of Oquawka and relatives of Grace McDill and Carol McMillan as well as later social gatherings and health updates.
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Washington
Dale Essex
Oquawka
Grace McDill
Carol McMillan
Duane Pogge
Iowa City
Bruce Gillis
Gillis
Pogge
Also Mentioned on This Page
Li'l Abner Music
Mercer
Hoagy Carmical
Capitol Records, Inc
King Cole
Stan Denton
Peggy Lee
Jo Stafford
Margaret Whiting
United States
One de Paul
St. James Theatre
New York City
Life Magazine
Lil Abner
Li l ‘Abner
al Capp
Appassionata van Clunax
Mr Kidd
Washington State Bank
Washington, Iowa
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Dear Abby
Abigail van Buren
Sos
Beverly Hills
Calif
Chester
Louis J. Kehoe
Jeffry Blig
Livingston, Day & Bates
Robert Day
Robert Bates
West Main St
F. Morrison
Gifford Morrison
Ira Morrison
Marion Ave
Dale E. Garrels
Journal Building
Osterrairis
P. L. Irex
Osteopathic
John W. Lemmon
at_ Lemmon Jewelry
R. Q. Eastland
Journal
Boyd Sande
Pean McCammon
Indianola
McCammon
Farmers Co-op
Stephen
Kansas University
Lawrence
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Andy Potyandy
Cloyce Dill
Evelyne Wade
Ralph Romine
Jake Anderson
Oskaloosa
Cheryl
Bob Dill
Christy Dill
John P. Flanders
Paul Hammes
Ft. Des Moines
Howard Bower
Carl Walton
Ellis Walton
Paul Longs
Wayne E. Schichtl
E. Main Dial
State Farm Fire and Casulty Company
Bloomington
U. P
Walter Bray
Yeo
Maude Statler
Mrs. Kerr
Neal McClanahan
Akron
Ohio
George Schoenberger
Iney
Wagner Standard Service
Wagner
Chrysler
America
Sir Chrysler
Town & Country
Plymouth
East 3Rd St
Chrysle Motors Corporatio
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