Local War Vets, Births, and Social Notes From Columbus Junction
Cpl Robert J Stirling arrives from Camp Carson Colo for a 21 day furlough to spend time with wife baby and parents in Columbus Junction. Charles Anderson and Marie Roth announce birth of son Lerry Lee weighing ten and a half pounds on Dec 31. Mrs W D Booth extends Christmas visit to Holtville California with son Elwyn Booth and military grandson Dale Booth in San Diego. T Sgt Douglas Dowell returns from Mattoon Illinois with Elmer J Armstrong visiting H H Allen home. Pvt Keith Hardy to report to Camp Meade after short furlough. Archie E Godwin from Dallas hospital stint will stay 30 days with parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert J. Stirling
Camp Carson
Colo
Columbus Junction
T. J. Stirling
Cpl
Stirling
Winters General Hospital
Topeka
Kan
Charles Anderson
Port Chicago
Calif
Lerry Lee
Anderson
Marie Roth
C. G. Anderson
W. D. Booth
California
Elwyn Booth
Holtville
Cali Put
Dale Booth
Marine Corps
San Diego
Put
Douglas Dowell
Mattoon
Ill
Elmer J. Armstrong
Armstrong
H. H. Allen
Sheppard Field
Texas
Pete
England
Toggether
Montgomery Ward case stalls as parties await Monday showdown
The Montgomery Ward labor dispute case drifted into weekend quiet as both sides prepare for a Monday start in a suit likely to reach the Supreme Court. The issue centers on president Roosevelt's wartime powers under the Smith Connally act in a high stakes labor dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Montgomery Ward
Supreme Court
Roosevelt
Lightest Wood Tano Believed Found in Siam and Malayan Peninsula
The lightest wood known as tano is believed to occur in Siam and the Malayan peninsula. It is noted as the favorite wood of the English for making sun helmets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siam
Malayan Peninsula
Hospital Discharges And Birth Report From Local Area
Mrs Lorrell Garrett and son Douglas George from 717 South Seventh avenue were discharged yesterday afternoon. Mrs Sylvester Mineart and daughter Carol Elizabeth of Washington and Joan Retler of Harper were dismissed this morning. Forrest Lance route four was admitted yesterday evening for surgery and Gene Annis from Ainsworth was admitted this morning as a medical patient. Mr and Mrs William Hagie of 412 East Second street are parents of a daughter born yesterday afternoon at 12 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorrell Garrett
Douglas George
South Seventh Avenue
Sylvester Mineart
Carol Elizabeth
Washington
Joan Retler
Harper
Forrest Lance
Gene Annis
Ainsworth
William Hagie
East Second Street
Fairfield Bears Edge Demons In Tight 38 37 Victory
In Fairfield last night the Bears defeated the Washington Demons 38 to 37 on a last second field goal by Kane. Paul Maxwell led the Demons with 22 points as Fairfield’s hot shooting, especially from Kane, overcame a late rally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Washington Demons
Fairfield Boys
Kane
Paul Maxwell
Demons
Washington
Maxwell
Trojans
Foose EE
Lindsay
Hamilton
Swanson
Whitney
Ireland
Baker
Vanuata
Real Maxwell
Vacha
Pauls
Bostwick
Holbert
West Chester keeps perfect Ke-Wash record with win
West Chester defeats Wellman 32 to 11 to stay undefeated in the Ke-Wash league. John Hotle scores 14 for West Chester, while Topping leads Wellman with 16. West Chester also wins the second team game 22 to 14. North English beats Keota 33 to 26, leading 16-9 at halftime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Wellman
Chester
John Hotle
North English
Keota
Health Unit Activities Week of January 8 Schedule
The schedule lists the health unit activities for the week starting January 8. Tuesday features a bleeding clinic in the office from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. and a child health conference from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday offers a child health conference at Wellman from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday includes a special mothers class at 2:00 p.m. Dr. Church is to speak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellman
Church
Franklin Social Notes Heal With Local Visits and Travel
Franklin residents report visits and gatherings across the region. Harold Fulton and family joined Mrs. Chas Palmer in Washington. Henry Sheets and Roberta hosted New Year guests. D N Anwyl of Washington called on Gene Martin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin
Harold Fulton
Chas. Palmer
Washington
Henry Sheets
Roberta
Harold Sheets
Glenn Dursts
Marilyn
Gerry Stewart
Roger Pepper
Robert Dill
Keota
Dale Dunbar
D. N. Anwyl
Gene Martin
Reds Attack the Nazi Relief Army
Soviet tanks and infantry struck the German relief force marching toward Budapest and crushed its armored spearhead in a surprise blow. A Red Army communique claimed the Nazis were stopped along the line though the siege of Budapest remained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Budapest
Red Army
New Staff Member Joins Washington County Health Unit
Marjorie Rodman becomes a health unit staffer replacing Irma Lamberti. Rodman, formerly a University of Minnesota public health trainee and fall student, hails from Onida South Dakota. Lamberti continues classes and nursing at Mercy Hospital Chicago. Lois Shearer, Minnesota student, joins for six weeks of rural public health field training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Rodman
Washington County Health Unit
Irma Lamberti
Miss Rodman
University of Minnesota
Onida
S. Dak
Miss Lamberti
Mercy Hospital
Chicago
Lois Shearer
Iowa Legislature Likely to Expand Mental Health Efforts
Des Moines January 4 Iowa lawmakers show intent to fund a building program for better mental health care and to explore remedial treatment options. State Senator John P Berg Cedar Falls plans a bill for a centrally located hospital to serve as an analytical and treatment center to relieve overcrowding and focus on cure and social restoration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
IDPA
Iowa Daily Press
John P. Berg
Cedar Falls
State Furnished Homes and Gubernatorial Shifts Stir Iowa
Iowa weighs using state housing for officials and the governor role as a cost relief move amid budget worries. The piece notes widespread state provision of residences or rent payments, resignation rumors, Blue’s initial acts, and public instruction plans while touching on local crime gambling and personnel changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
State Fail Board
Board of Control
Robert D. Blue
Capitol Newshawks
RB. B. Hickenlooper
Wayne Ropes
Ropes
Washington
Blue
Iowa Soldier Killed After Tank Hit in Italy Frontline Tale
Frank Mile reports from the Fifth Army in Italy on January 6. A tall Iowa farm boy and tank commander who once chatted with the author was killed in action when a shell struck his tank and shrapnel pierced his stomach. Comrades in Hawkeye units describe winter bivouacs on a mountain slope amid shellfire and harsh conditions as they endure German and Italian threats. Captain Clayton Horton, returning from furlough, recalls time with his family, while the reporter endures tremors, rats, and danger at the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mile
Fifth Army
Italy
IDPA
Iowa
Bundy
Clayton Horton
Fairfield
Iowa lawmakers eye postwar reforms in school laws and taxes
Iowa legislators in Des Moines discuss postwar needs including capital improvements for state institutions, school code revisions, highway and aviation measures, and tax reform. Republicans call for conservation funds and low taxes. Democrats urge flood control cooperation and a broader sales tax or new tax system, with caution about federal burden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Des Moines
IDPA
Iowa Daily Press Association
House
Quate Highway Patrol
Senate
Red Rock Dam
Missouri River
House Democrat
Seed potato curing reduces skips before planting
Cure seed potatoes cut and cured a week or more before planting usually result in fewer skips in the rows than seed planted immediately after cutting.
Old Powder Puffs for Polishing and Cleaning
Old powder puffs are excellent for applying shoe polish. Stored with your kitchen cleanser, they also come in handy for removing stubborn spots such as heel marks on linoleum.
Joyce Graf Delivers Marimba Recital at Graf Home
Joyce Graf presented a marimba recital yesterday afternoon at three o clock in the Graf home. Mrs. William Graf accompanied on piano and two family members assisted, with Joyce's sister Anet performing a piano solo. Pastry and light refreshments followed the program featuring classic pieces and arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Michels
Joyce Graf
Graf
William Graf
Miss Graf
Anet
Study Group Meeting With Mrs W Dupuis
The Emma C. Anderson Mission Study group of the Methodist church met yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. W B Dupuis with 14 members present. The meeting was led by president Mrs. Fred Mauthe with devotions by Mrs. R H Hampsher. Program leaders Mrs. T L Brookhart and Mrs. J F Kunath were assisted by Mrs. J D Dayton and Mrs. Mary Genkinger reviewing articles from World Outlook and Methodist Woman. The February meeting will be with Mrs. Fred EF Miller at the parsonage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma C. Anderson
The
Methodist Church
W. B. Dupuis
Fred Mauthe
R. H. Hampsher
Job
T. L. Brookhart
J. EF. Kunath
J. D. Dayton
Mary Genkinger
World Outlook
Methodist Woman
Mrs Kipp Hosts Braden Club Members
Mrs Marion Kipp entertained the Braden club at her home on Wednesday afternoon with nine members present answering a miscellaneous roll call. After business a social period followed with refreshments served by the hostess. The next meeting will be a farewell courtesy for members and families moving from the community in the spring hosted by Mrs Claud McCoy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Kipp
Braden Club
Claud McCoy
Mrs. Anderson Is Society's Hostess
The Women’s Missionary Society of the United Presbyterian Church met at the afternoon division yesterday with Mrs. Carrie Anderson hosting. De votions by Mrs. Anwyl opened the meeting followed by a talk on scattering the seed. Mrs. Ross led the prayer cycle. Mrs. Masson spoke on India mission work and future prospects with Leta Glenn discussing India of Today and Tomorrow. A brief business session, led by vice president Mrs. Masson, preceded light refreshments served by Mrs. Raymond Anderson and Mrs. Carrie Anderson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Missionary Society
United Presbyterian Church
Carrie Anderson
D. N. Anwyl
Silas Ross
India
W. J. Masson
Leta Glenn
Masson
Raymond Anderson
Names Committees Of Rebekah Lodge
The newly installed officers of Rebekah lodge led a regular meeting at I C C F hall with Carrie Gray presiding. Gray appointed committees for the term including Finance Leona Kos and Rachel Longwell. flower and sick Marie Baker Julia Sisk Thelma Horsey. ways and means Milo Steele Harold Brock Virginia Carris Helen Baker Helen McCreedy Zoe Kleinburg. endowment Bessie Harvey Leola Hotle Esther Troxell. membership Carrie Gray Edna Wagenknecht Earl Nicola Edith Weidner Goldie Mayo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebekah Lodge
I.C.C.F. Hall
Carrie Gray
Noble Grand
Marie Baker
Julia Sisk
Thelma Horsey
Milo Steele
Harold Brock
Virginia Carris
Helen Baker
Helen McCreedy
Zoe Kleinburg
Bessie Harvey
Leola Hotle
Esther Troxell
Edna Wagenknecht
Earl Nicola
Edith Weidner
Goldie Mayo
Bernice Lee
Glatess Hancher
Ralph Zeck
Rachel Longwell
Leona Kos
Margaret Jarrard
Florence Easter
Libby Musil
Helen Brown
Florence Augustine
Rosalie Hysell
Dorothy Kos
Mary Jugenheimer
Nellie Stewart
Grace Stewart
Glat
Birthday wishes note a long list of observances
The note lists several birthday observances including Betty Ann Burns Donald Ray Riess Robert Ronald Moore Mary Diane Edwards Henry Dittmer Junior Finke Inez Martin Lt Donald Shepherd and Mrs. Donald Shepherd Marjorie Ann Elsner Carol Pauline Martin Bruce Robert Rice with mentions of locations Columbus Junction Washington Donovan Til Ainsworth Brighton Crawfordsville Red Brick Valley Valley and Pilotburg among others and notes servicemembers overseas and a couple observing wedding anniversaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Ann Burns
George Burns
Columbus Junction
Donald Ray Riess
Ivan Riess
Washington
Donovan, Til
Robert Ronald Moore
Ronald Moore
Ainsworth
Mary Diane Edwards
Lloyd Edwards
Henry Dittmer
Junior Finke
Crawfordsville
O. FE. Babb
Red Brick
Marjorie Ann Elsner
Edward Elsner
Carol Pauline Martin
William Martin
Brighton
Bruce Robert Rice
Frank Rice
Eyestone to Observe Birthday in Moline
Bob Eyestone son of Mr and Mrs Clifford F Eyestone of Moline will observe a birthday tomorrow in the city with family and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Eyestone
Clifford F Eyestone
Moline
Ladies Aid Society Meets at Presbyterian Church
Mrs. Fred Neiswanger presided over a Ladies Aid meeting in the church social rooms. J. E. Lemmon delivered devotions on salutations from the Bible with a New Year prayer. F W Eastwood offered remarks on the year’s work and thanked members for past kindnesses. Elsie Bratten led the program. poems were read by Mrs. Turner and piano solos by Marlene and Mary Blick. Social hour followed with hostesses serving refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Neiswanger
Ladies Aid Society
Presbyterian Church
J. E. Lemmon
Timothy
F. W. Eastwood
Elsie Bratten
Harvey Davis
Harry Turner
Marlene
Mary Blick
Group 4
C. S. Lemmon
Ivan Renmel
February refreshment committee listed by Hancher
The February refreshment committee named by Hancher includes Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Harvey, Daisy Simmering, Carrie Gray, Florence Thomas, Carrie Norman, Marjorie Sorrell, Rosalie Hysell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ess Hancher
Gilbert Mills
Paul Harvey
Daisy Simmering
Carrie Gray
Florence Thomas
Carrie Norman
Marjorie Sorrell
Rosalie Hysell
Card of Thanks for Mary Manners Hospital Aid
The Davidson family thanks those who expressed sympathy during the recent bereavement and for flowers and cards sent to sister Mary Manners during her hospital stay. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Davidson and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Manners
W. P. Davidson
Social calendar highlights church and club events
The social calendar lists St James church benefit card party and various department meetings at the public library and district clubs. Activities include PTA, American Home sections, booster gatherings, a potluck, and a Snowball Social, with hostesses named and times noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St James Church
K. C. Hall
St. James Church
K.cy Hul
Bae Dwe Ome
Richard Stewart
O ‘Public Library
Frank Crone
Ruth Foster
Noble Grand Circle
Wayne Marston
2Nd St
4 H Club Party At V Tellin Home
Members of the Farmeretive 4H club held their post Christmas party at the Vince Tellin home with all members and their parents present. Guests included Mrs Ray Simpson and sons Mr and Mrs Walter Sojka and daughter. The group enjoyed a cooperative supper and games followed by a Christmas gift exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmeretive 4H Club
Vince Tellin
Ray Simpson
Walter Sojka
Gronp
Parcells Hosts GHM Club Members at Pinochle Night
Mr and Mrs Peart hosted last evening for GHM club members. Pinochle played at 16 tables with high scores won by Scott Wilcox and Mrs Al Crone. Mr Wier took the traveling prize. Mrs John Sampson presided at a brief meeting as officers for the new year were elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peart Parcel
G.H.M. Club
Scott Wilcox
al Crone
Wier
Sam Munson
John Sampson
Woodrow Crone
Crone
Stobert Wiley
Max Cunt
Entertains Group At Dinner Bridge
Friday bridge club members dined with hostess Elsie Glassburr at 31414 Mast Washington Street. Emma Barnett prepared a two course meal served at 7. Birthday cake presented to Mrs. Dave Elder. Three tables of bingo with prizes to Mrs. Dan Brindlee and Mrs. R. H. McCleery. Out of town guest Mrs. A. Hender of Kalona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie Glassburrer
Mast Washington Street
Emma Barnett
Dave Elder
Pris
Dan Brindlee
R. H. McCleery
A. Hender
Kalona
Narrow Perch Over Hen Nest Clears Foot Path
A thin perch placed in front of the hen nest keeps the hen from stepping on dirty ground, leaving eggs undisturbed. The setup aims to prevent soiled eggs and provide a clean, stable resting area for the bird.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lloyd Scott
France
Germany
Lloyd
King Alfred
Wolf’s Flower
Glock
Keith Hardy
Camp Wolters
Mornine
Emma Hardy
Hardy
Camp Meade
Archie E. Godwin
Dallas
Veterans Hospital
John A. Godwin
Fairfield Bears
Tri
Pemble, Johannsen
Burlington
Franklin News
Eve
Frank Kleese
Kenny Sheets
J. M. Stone
Alva
Harold Humston
Emma Humston
Darla Martin
Washington High School
Carl Repiegile
Ottumwa
Carl
Harry Huston
Carl Repiegle
Missouri
Huston
Kentucky
Homer Brinning
Richard
Bobbie
Bonnie Jean
Gene Martins
By Paul R. Bumberger
State
Supt. of Public Instruction
Jessie M. Parker
Revis
Dessittty
Miss Powrker
Coce
Treasury
Claude H. Dalton
State Guard
Dalton
Earl Miller
Polk County
Miles
Mary Sue
Horton
Iowa National Guard
Frank Miles
Highway Patrol
Ee and Gautier
W. Dupuis
Fred EF. Miller
Mrs. Kipp
Braden
Mrs. Anderson
Inez Martin
Washington County
Journal
Donald Shepherd
Shepherd
Santa Rosa
Cleo McCoy
John Krotz
Francis Feltz
Valley
Joe Lang
Emma Smith
Anna Rath
Fast Highland
HW. H. Reister
Marjean Mac Zaieer
Alvin Richardson
Pilotburg
John Keine
Olpe
Fan
Glenn L. Wilson
John McKune
Little’s Furniture
St. James P.T.A
E. H. Messer
E. D. Morrison
W.S.C.S
West Chester Meth
Lou Bauer
Russell Plechker
Rosemary Club
Karl Galloway
C.D. of
Ek Ithtren Ainaebosl Ll
K. C
Hall
Sunshine Community Club
Henry Sunning Home
Merry Makers Club and
Joan Jatterson
V. Tellin
Parcells
G.h.m.’S
Pioneer Drug Store
Sid
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