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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1972

Page

2

Yotty Zahradnek Nuptials in Kalona Church Ceremony

Anna Marie Yotty of Kalona and Ed Zahradnek of Riverside wed at Kalona United Methodist Church with 2 pm vows officiated by Rev. James Bross. The ceremony featured blue and white floral arrangements, formal blue chiffon attendants, and a reception at Mid Prairie Junior High School. The couple plans to reside at Route 1 Riverside after January 10.

Kalona Kalona United Methodist Church Anna Marie Yotty Ed Zahradnek Riverside James Bross Clifford Small Bross Raymond Yetty Lyle Zahradnek Christy Yotty Phyllis Hochstedler Dave Zahradnek Steven Yotty Marvin Yotty Wayne Zahradnek Dean Amelon Iowa City Mid - Prairie Junior High School Maurice Strabala Marvin Yetty Johnson County Route 1

Rainbow worthy advisor installed by Washington Assembly

Sherry Eash was installed as worthy advisor of the Washington Assembly of Rainbow for Girls in a ceremony with over 100 guests. Her term features service as the honor station and violet azalea colors, with song performances and an archway procession. Installing officers included Jeanne Chapman and Margy Stebelton, and future officers and refreshments were noted.

Sherry Eash Washington Assembly of Rainbow Linda Sherry Jim Bash Susie Jeanne Barb Warner Eileen Lewis Julie Pilcher Shari Williams Carol Porter Nature Barb Lund Jody Hyde Fidelity Robyn Lovick Linda Fash Sharon Paul Confidential Observer Mary Nihart Outer Observer Kris Erickson Jane Bauer John Kennedy Wayne Hyde

Birthday cake honors Mrs Loeffler and her eightieth year

Mrs Bessie Loeffler of Brighton hosted dinner for her children at Prairie Home on Sunday evening as a Christmas gift with a surprise birthday cake for her upcoming 80th birthday on Thursday January 13. The gathering included Lawrence and spouse from Cedar Rapids and several Loefflers from Brighton and nearby towns. The group ended the night at Mrs Loeffler’s home with cake and celebrations.

Bessie Loeffler Brighton Prairie Home Lawrence Loeffler Cedar Rapids Merle Crossett Clyde Crile Wellman Bill Loeffler Washington Dale Loeffler Carol Loeffler Dwight Loeffler Willard Loeffler Deane Stannard Edna Sanders

Odd Fellows and Rebekahs to Meet Thursday

Members of Odd Fellow and Rebekah lodges from Southeastern Iowa gather at the IOOF hall Thursday January 12 at 6 45 p m for a promotional meeting. A potluck supper starts the evening and a Sovereign Grand Lodge speaker will present the program.

Odd Fellow Rebekah Iowa IOOF Sovereign Grand Lodge

H J Club Holds All Day Session For Laprobe Project

Mrs. Robert Marek hosted an all day H J Club gathering with Mrs. Leroy Veggy as cohostess. Six honorary and eight regular members worked on laprobes for the Extended Care Center at the local hospital. Guests included Mrs. Edwin Horn and Mrs. Wilford Thomann. Plans were made for another all day session January 27 with Mrs. Malichky to continue laprobes and quilting.

Robert Marek H.J. Club Leroy Veggy Edwin Horn Wilford Thomann Hubert Malichky Veterans Hospital Malichky Marek Lawrence Whisler

Winter camp by Troop 242 Scouts at Fox Den Creek

Thirty one Scouts and 21 participants plus nine adults from Troop 242 camped Saturday and Sunday at Fox Den Creek. They packed gear, set up a main fire, practiced observation and winter trails, marked 500 acres of wilderness, followed game trails, and served Dutch oven stew. Polar bear patches were awarded with plans for a February camp and a ten mile Lake Darling hike.

St. James Fox den Creek Frank Russell Mike Herman Don Rich Charlie Swift Darrell Bandy Kieffer Garton Ken Neil Bill Robbins Lou Pailliotet Lake Darling

Jubilant notices mark local birthday and achievements

Mrs Ruth Courtney of 5142 South Avenue C turns 94 today January 10 and enjoys crocheting rugs. Sandra Plecker of Washington completes requirements for a bachelor of science in elementary education at Northwest Missouri State College and will graduate in May. Mrs Everette Miller of Murray receives a U S Army appreciation award for service as a radio operator with the Osceola Police Department.

Ruth Courtney South Avenue C Courtney Sandra Plecker Washington Northwest Missouri State College Maryville Everette Miller Murray United States Army Osceola

Social Calendar highlights weekly women club events

A dense list of weekly meetings across clubs and societies including High Priestess Club TTT Chapters DL Y-Wives and many church groups. Activities span luncheons, desserts, meetings at YWCA Kalona Masonic Temple ISU rooms and church halls with times from 1:30 to 9 a.m.

Worthy High Priestess Club Ken Peters Dale Caldwell Lee Eisele Frances Patton American Home Winga's Immanuel Lutheran Noble Grand Circle Hannah Zieglowsky Legion Auxiliary William Barth C. B Y. Rebekah Club Ioof Hall Christian Cwf Martha Group Helen Watkins Priscilla Group Phyllis Doggett Masonic Temple Women of Moose ISU Walnut Women's Club Maurice Pacha Friendship Club Dean Sandburg Reformed Presbyterian Missionary Society

Social Club Party Draws Large Crowd at YMCA

The Washington Social Club hosted a well attended Saturday night party at the YMCA with bingo prizes for all winners. Mrs. Sylvester Sobaski won the door prize a pizza donated by the Blue Note. Refreshments followed by swimming cards or shuffleboard and a tour of the Y and Health Club for newcomers. Next party set for February 12.

Washington Social Club YMCA Sylvester Sobaski Blue Note Y and Health Club

Newton couple welcome daughter Kindra Janeen

Mr and Mrs Jim Schiebel of Newton are the parents of a 6 lb 9 oz daughter born this morning named Kindra Janeen. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Richard Schiebel of Washington and Mrs Betty Millard of Denver, with Mr and Mrs Charles Schiebel of Washington as great-grandparents.

Jim Schiebel Newton Kindra Janeen Richard Schiebel Washington Betty Millard Denver Charles Schiebel

Farmerettes 4 H Club Holds February Meeting

The Farmerettes 4 H Club met with Debbie Horn Saturday afternoon. Nine members answered roll call. Delaina Goodlander presented Kitchen Safety Rules. Sharon Witthoff spoke on Arranging Cooking Utensils and Angie Sokja presented Reading Measurements at Eye Level. Refreshments were served by the hostess and her mother. The February meeting will be with Sharon Witthoft.

Farmerettes Farmerettes 4-H Debbie Horn Delaina Goodlander Sharon Witthoff Angie Sokja Sharon Witthoft

On the Record Hospital Admits and Births in Washington

Hospital records list yesterday admissions for Mrs. Magda Ahmling Mrs. John Renoux and John Cherry Sr all of Washington. Births today include a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Phil Embree of Washington. Dismissals Saturday include Mr. and Mrs. John Witterman of Washington.

Magda Ahmling Washington John Renoux John Cherry Sr Phil Embree John Witterman Morton Carr Kalona Ernestine Kiesey Charles Bartholow Frank Miller Otis Love Columbus Junction Karl Harris Henry Wagenknecht Ainsworth

Davis-Davis announce February wedding plans

Mr and Mrs Wendell W Davis of Thornburg announce the engagement of their daughter Wendy Kay of Iowa City to Stephen H Thomann of Davenport. Wendy Kay, a 1966 Tri-County High and 1967 Iowa City Commercial College graduate, is a secretary at University Hospitals Iowa City. Stephen Thomann owns Commercial Vehicle Service Davenport. A February wedding is planned.

Phil Kneen Washington Mollie J Robert H. Forsch Sacramento Calif Herbert Vor Forsch Miss Kneen Washington High School University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls Adams Elementary School Cedar Rapids Forsch Sacramento State University St. Louis Cardinals Wendell W. Davis Thornburg Wendy Kay Iowa City Stephen H. Thomann Davenport Robert Thomann Riverside Tri - County High School Iowa City Commercial College University Hospitals

Fortnightly Club Reports Due by January 15

Mrs Don Maxwell Fortnightly Club president reminds department leaders pink report sheets are due by January 15. Mother of the Year nominations are also due by the same date end of this week.

Don Maxwell

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