Local Family Update and Military Moves Across States
Dick Richardson travels from Oklahoma due to his mother Mrs. Kate Richardson’s illness. Wilbur Richardson arrives from San Luis Obispo, California, where he serves in the military, as do seven of his brothers. Other items note Red Baldrige’s new APO address, Edward Rains’s Navy V-5 report, visits from Cedar Rapids relatives, Ralph Hesseltine’s Pearl Harbor civil service posting, and transfers involving John A. McGaffey and dormancy for Fort Pierce schooling. Dorothy Kammueller to spend weekend with Norma Tilden in Des Moines area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Richardson
Oklahoma
Kate Richardson
Wilbur
San Luis Obispo
Calif
Elec
Duane
Montgomery Ward
Dorothy Kammueller
Des Moines
Norma Tilden
O. E. Schmitt
Hospital admissions include Franzen Zecks in Brighton
Anthony Franzen of Brighton and Mrs James K Zeck of 417 East Main Street were admitted last evening as medical patients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Franzen
Brighton
James K. Zeck
East Main Street
Animals Eyes And Side Vision Across Species
In many animals the eyes are placed on the sides of the head, producing wide field of view. Separate visual fields contribute to panoramic perception and depth cues, aiding navigation, predator detection, and social signaling in diverse species.
Arthur Wiley Announces Candidacy for County Supervisor
Arthur Wiley declares his candidacy for the office of County Supervisor for the term starting January 1945. He seeks the Republican vote in the primary election scheduled for June 5, 1944.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Wiley
Washington Demons Seek Series Split With Fairfield Tonight
Washington high school hosts Fairfield in the last home game of the season on the home court. Lyle Box is out with influenza, likely starting Crull Maxwell at forwards with Marshall at center and Bostwick Boileau at guards. Officials are Leyes and Hamilton, with junior high teams scheduled around the varsity clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield High School
Washington High School Demons
Fairfield
Washington Boys
Washington
John Harp
Lyle Box
Charles Crull
Paul Maxwell
Wayne Marshall
Bob Bostwick
Bob Boileau
Vacha
Whittaker
Norman
Crawfordsville
Ainsworth Defeats Riverside In Big County Matchup
Ainsworth high school basketball cruised to a 58 25 victory over Riverside after finishing third in the Washington county tournament. Megdelsen led Ainsworth in scoring while Burich topped Riverside. the second team won 27 16. The win follows earlier triumphs over Wayland and West Chester, sealing the season before the Mt. Pleasant sectional.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ainsworth
Riverside
Megdelsen
Burich
When to Pick Sweet Corn by Kernal Stage
The timing of harvesting sweet corn varies by taste. Some prefer the milk stage with small kernels, while others choose older corn with kernels resembling a soft dough.
Stamp Out Athlete's Foot with Fungi Rex
An ad from Rexall laboratories promotes Fungi Rex as an effective fungicide for athlete's foot. The 1% oz tube is advertised at 49cc and available at Pioneer Drug Store, urging readers to treat symptoms promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rex
Rexall Laboratories
Rexall Drug Store
Pioneer Drug Store
Y M C A Team Routs Crawfordsville 53 to 37 Without Nelson
The Y M C A basketball squad defeated Crawfordsville 53 to 37 on the Y court despite Frank Nelson’s absence. Dick Marshall scored 31 points, leading Washington as the defense held strong and fouls felled several Crawfordsville players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Nelson
Y.M.C.A
Crawfordsville
Dick Marshall
Washington
McCormick
McClure
Bob Marshall
Whitehead
Marshall
Cross
Ae Lynes
Sommers Ce McCoy
Fink
Rhodes
Bielefeldt
Cotter Team Wins Tri County Championship Trophy
In Crawfordsville on February 25 Cotter defeated Wayland 51 to 44 in the final Tri-County league game. Superintendent D W Githens presented Cotter the trophy as a large crowd looked on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotter
Wayland
Crawfordsville
Supt
D. W. Githens
Iowa to face Notre Dame in South Bend showdown
Iowa stars, aiming to stay unbeaten outside the conference and inch toward the Northwestern clash, go to South Bend to face Notre Dame. Coach Pops Harrison emphasizes top defense as Iowa eyes a share of the Big Ten crown run, while Notre Dame relies on 6-4 center Marko Todorovich and hot scorer Leo Klier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Hawkeye
Notre Dame
University of Iowa
South Bend
Hawkeyes
Northwestern
Iowa
Irish
Marko Todorovich
Leo Klier
Great Lakes
Child Study Group Discusses Topics in Fortnightly Meeting
The February meeting of the Fort nightly club Child Study department met with 25 members and guest Mrs. A. J. Bielefeldt presiding. Nomination committee members were named as Mrs. Robert Choate Mrs. Richard A. Stewart and Mrs. Robert Wiley. Topics included Learning to Live with Others prepared by Mrs. ds C Buenneke and Cultivating Independence presented by Mrs. Tom Carson. The constitution and by laws were read and members reminded to pay ten cent tray fund dues. A social hour followed with seasonal refreshments served by hostess Mrs. Clarence Berkhoff and committee members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phil Antonett
A. J. Bielefeldt
Robert Choate
Richard A. Stewart
Robert Wiley
W. E. Howell
Ds C. Buenneke
Tom Carson
Clarence Berkhoff
Stan Kiesey
Jarl Loveless
John Lee
Republican Women To Sponsor Dinner in May
Mrs. William Beggs presided over the Women’s Republican club meeting with 25 members at Mrs. John Stewart’s home. New members joined the club roster as the group prepared for a May dinner honoring candidates in the June primaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Beggs
Women's Republican Club
Washington County
John A. Stewart
Des Moines
Wendell Willkie
Stewart
R. J. Dawson
Beggs
R. E. Shannon
J. W. Baker Corps Meets in K. P. Hall
The J. W. Baker Corps met in K P Hall with fifteen attendees. Relief valued at $62.50 in food clothing cash and care of child was reported. Inductions included Elma Dawson Lorena Lynn and Margery Laubach. Lucy Leet dedicated her flag for patriotic occasions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Baker Corps
Red Cross Committee
Ida Hough
I. O
Elma Dawson
Lorena Lynn
Margery Laubach
K. P. Lodge
Lucy Leet
McKinley
Lincoln
Washington
Miss Leet
Names Drawn For Club Sisters At Pansy Hill Meeting
The Pansy Hill club met yesterday with nine members present. Mrs. E. L. Rouse presided in Mrs. John Wagner’s absence as secretary sisters were drawn for the coming years. Red Cross sewing followed and refreshments were served. The March meeting will be hosted by Mrs. Tom Cantoni.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pansy Hill Club
John Wagner
E. L. Rouse
Club
Red Cross
Jake Ernest
Tom Cantoni
Honor J. W Meyers At Farewell Party
Mr and Mrs J W Meyer were surprised by neighbors at their home. They will move March first to a new house near Keota. Delbert Lewis and wife served candy as guests enjoyed refreshments and social time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Meyer
Meyer
Keota
Delbert Lewis
Sunset Circle Dinner Honors Families Leaving Community
Sunset Circle members and their families shared a cooperative dinner at Crawfordsville Legion hall to honor families moving from the community. The report notes a next regular meeting will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunset Circle
Crawfordsville Legion Hall
Social Calendar Highlights Local Club Activities
The social calendar lists upcoming events across clubs and churches. Friday's Ladies Aid at the Presbyterian church cancels meetings for World Day of Prayer, and Saturday features the U and I club family supper at 6 30 p.m. Reservations for the Thursday OES dinner are due by Monday. Other notices include DeMolay and Masonic temple activities, Youth groups at U P church, Y M C A room events, and various afternoon club gatherings with hostesses and luncheon plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society of Presbyterian Church
U and I Club and Families
Mae Dawson
E.8
T. A. Flenner
O.E.S
Amos Chapter
DeMolay
Masonic Temple
Loyal Builders
U.P. Church
Community Room
Y.M.C.A
Handcraft Dept
W. Glenn Eldridge
Club Meeting At Humston Home Entices Rural Women
Mrs Grant Humston hosted a Rural Womens club entertainment gathering yesterday afternoon. Fourteen members attended with entertainment planned by Mrs Lester Juckenbill. President Mrs Claude Rhodebeck led a brief business session. Pupils from Young America later joined for refreshments in the Humston residence. Hostess and assistants served a patriotic color themed spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Humston
Rural Women’s Club
Lester Juckenbill
Claude Rhodebeck
Young America
Humston
Carl Phillips
Luckenbill
Nurses Alumni Social Hosts Draw Eight Members
Mrs. Ed Squire and Nellie Dodder hosted eight Nurses Alumni Association members yesterday afternoon at Mrs. Squire's home. The gathering emphasized social time as attendees arrived late.
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Ed Squire
Nellie Dodder
Nurses Alumni Association
4-H Headliners Club Welcomes Marilyn West Member
Members of the Headliners 4-H club welcomed Marilyn West at the last meeting held with Marie Videtoe Tuesday evening. The gathering opened with the 4-H pledge and roll call, Ruth Foster guest speaker, and a muffin making demonstration followed by a talk on a model business meeting to be presented at the YMCA training school. Refreshments were served by the hostess and Mrs Ed Vittetoe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marilyn West
Marie Vitte
Ruth Foster
Marie Vidletoe
Miss Foster
Y.M.C.A
Ed Vittetoe
Brief Business Meeting After Service With Refreshments
A small group conducted a brief business meeting after a service while refreshments were served. The note mentions several attendees in professional duty roles and the orderly closure of the gathering.
Robert Surface Is Honored at Birthday Party
Robert Surface celebrated his birthday with a Lincoln school second grade party hosted by Mrs. Surface. Maxine Morain and Rachel Carlson assisted with games and refreshments as classmates joined in the lighted cake moment. Guest Eddie Bailey also marked a birthday, with eight candles lit twice for two celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Surface
F. C. Surface
Gary
Dick Gorham
Jack Rommel
Eddie Bailey
Duane Simpson
Jim Wolfe
Carl Humble
Don Hayes
Birthday Observances Across Communities Highlight Local Residents
The list notes birthdays and anniversaries for many locals including Mr. and Mrs. Paul Howell of Columbus Junction Mrs. Charlies W Hedge of Fairfield Mr. and Mrs Willis Beatty celebrating 43 years Mr. and Mrs Randolph Kelsey crystal anniversary Captain Gene Tucker at Randolph Field Texas Lt Carl Koehler of the Navy at Camp Fannin Texas Dale Rathmel at posts Carrie Anderson J J Fleig Jake Knott Ray Whitehead Billy Anderson and others observing birthdays in Rubio Wayland and nearby. Wade Sims of Wayland marks a birthday and his son Duean celebrated yesterday.
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Paul Howell
Columbus Junction
Willis Beatty
Randolph Kelsey
Gene Tucker
Army Air Corps
Randolph Field
Texas
Carl Koehler
Navy
Ir Corps
Dale Rathmel
Camp Fannin
Carrie Anderson
J. J. Fleig
Rubio
Jake Knott
Nerus
South Hichland
Clyde Rouse
Billy Anderson
Art Anderson
W. Cc. Longer
Ray Whitehead
Fart Redlinger
Clyde KR. Crawford
Early explorers and the origins of iced beverages
The passage notes Alexander the Great showing interest in iced drinks in 353 B C and Marco Polo in the 13th century bringing water ice and milk ice recipes from the Orient, illustrating ancient curiosity about cold refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander the Great
Marco Polo
Orient
Kid Party Held At Mrs. McArtor Home
A small gathering took place at the residence of Mrs. McArtor to celebrate a child’s party. Guests joined in light activities and enjoyed refreshments as the event wrapped up in a warm, neighborhood setting.
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Mrs. McArtor
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Alfred E. Baldrige
APO
Care
New York
Edward Rains
St. Ambrose College
Davenport
U. S. Navy
Harry Haney
Susan
Cedar Rapids
Frank Haney
W. P. Moore
Clive Gray
Eddie
Ralph Hesseltine
Pearl Harbor
Mare Island
Iowa Ordnance Plant
Burlington
Allen Conrad
Myrna
Caroline
Conrad
Glen Owens
Ronald
Bruce Hanna
Hanna
Owens
John A. McGaffey
Usnatb
Camp
Fort Pierce
Fla
Great Lakes Naval Training Station
Little’s Furniture
the National Tea
Dewey
Dennis Lynch
Chester
Ainsworth FG
Cannett
Millerau
McFarland
Simpson
Dea
Megcelsen
Hartzler
Cress
Fox A
Noth Dame
K. P. Hall
Honor J. W Meyers
Guy Stumpf
Leonard Marie
Roll Call
Arthur Duensing
Don Wyne
H. J. McCreedy
Merry Maker Club
Stanley Mouser
4-H
Marvin Dale Hunt
Homer Hunt
James Edward Wolfe
Paul Wolfe
Wade Sims
Duean
Chevrolet
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