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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1962

Page

2

Latin America work studied by United Methodist Women

The Methodist Women's Society of Christian Service held multiple Circle meetings to study Latin America and the church's work there. Leaders hosted 14 to 22 members per circle with prayers, devotions, maps, photos, and a January study on Latin America.

Methodist Women's Society of Christian Service Latin America Maynard Brown Circle I T. J. Berdo George Dare Lester Fry Darrell Ross John Phleger Brown Clayde Knapp

Fortnightly Reading Reports Due by Jan 26

Fortnightly Club members taking part in the reading contest must submit their reports to Miss Carol Forgey, club president, by January 26. Department leaders are also asked to submit reports at an early date.

Carol Forgey

Marion Avenue UPW Bible Study Groups Meet Friday

Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Women held Group I II VII and IV meetings Friday and Thursday. Members studied Romans with group leaders Mrs. N Trotman Mrs. Lor Whisler Mrs. R Logan and others. fourteen members and two guests attended Group I.

Marion Avenue United Presbyterian

Truthseekers Class Seeks 1962 Plans at Baptist Meeting

Ten couples of the Truthseekers Class met Friday for supper at the Baptist Church. Rev. Richard Peterson led devotions. Officers announced for 1962 include Walt Farrell Jr as president and Bob Miller as vice president with Mrs. Wayne Wagner as secretary treasurer. Plans feature progressive suppers pot lucks box socials and out of town events and a travelog visit in February to the high school.

The Baptist Church Richard Peterson Walt Farrell Jr Bob Miller Wayne Wagner

Social Calendar Listings for Community Events

A dense schedule of local activities lists times and venues from Legion Hall to YMCA. Highlights include 4-H Club potluck at 6 15 pm and a space exploration speech by Dr. Merlin Millett of ISU with invites to interested residents.

Ralph Bauer Hustlers YMCA Rainbow Girls Masonic Temple Bernice Wilcke White Shrine Bridge First Presbyterian Upw Ralph Marshall Sam Turkington VFW St. James Home Stewart Pta Merlin Millett ISU Warren Escher Rosemary Club Don Brown West Chester Chiefs Leonard Brinning

Mrs Chalupa Hostess To Highland Club

The Highland Social Club met at Mrs. Carl Chalupa's home on Thursday afternoon with sixteen members and one guest, Mrs. William Krotz. Mrs. Carl Steele was elected president, along with officers Mrs. Murphy as vice president and Mrs. McCreedy as secretary treasurer, while Mrs. Elmer Steele served as reporter. Two dollars were donated to the March of Dimes, and the next meeting is set for February 8 at Mrs. Wilbur Chalupa's home.

Altha White Circle II Howard McAuin Blankenhorn Robert Louis Stevenson Miss White South America T. L. Brookhart E. D. Morrison Marion Augustine Reader's Digest Dean Luers Highland Social Club Carl Chalupa William Krotz Roy Steele Carl Steele W. R. Murphy Wilfred McCreedy Elmer Steele March of Dimes Fund Wilbur Chalupa Martha Group Leonard Llewellyn Ed Hutchcroft C.W.P Ralph Smith Carl Dallmeyer al Bubniak Edna Caldwell Keith Williams Jr Robert Barrick William Hutchinson Glen Green Dean Stanley Priscilla Priscilla Group Robert Cheyney Carlyle Smith Dean Clingman Laurene Knapp Duane Krotz Max Haifley Ruth Hattie Carpenter Lauren Chalupa Leslie Beenblossom Can-te-wa-ste-ya William Hammer Barb Humston Pam Proudfit Loretta Coleman Pris Hammer Penney Long Cheryl Woods

On The Record Hospital Admissions and Discharges

Admitted yesterday Howard Huff from Lockridge underwent surgery. Dismissed yesterday J M Kelly from Washington. Today, patients include Mrs Ray Schooley Irene Whitham William Salterberg and Mrs Tom Gerdes, all from Washington.

Howard Huff Lockridge Surgical J. M. Kelly Washington Ray Schooley Irene Whitham William Salterberg Tom Gerdes

Christian Women's Fellowship Meeting Notes Latin America Topic

The Christian Women's Fellowship held January meetings in members homes. Groups Priscilla Doreas Esther Ruth shared leadership, lessons, and worship with guests and refreshments. February hosts and meals are announced along with birthday tributes and a Latin America topic mention.

Christian Women's Fellowship of the Christian Church Latin America

TV Highlights Monday Highlights From United Press International

A TV schedule notes NBC features Lee documentary segments including Civil War and Washington College era. Other programs listed include Kennedy news conference at 4 p.m. CST, Danny Thomas Show, Andy Griffith Show, Ben Casey, Hennesey, Thriller La Strega, and Jack Paar Show with Pat Carroll.

United Press International Lee the Virginian NBC Robert E. Lee Virginia Washington College Washington and Lee University Arlington Richmond Fredericksburg Chancellorsville Harpers Ferry Kennedy Danny Thomas CBS Danny Linda Angela Cartwright Andy Griffith Andy Ben Casey ABC Casey Vincent Edwards Hennesey Harvey Spencer Blair Fs James Komack Chick Jackie Cooper Martha Abby Dalton

Condition of Harold Johnson In Local Hospital Listed Satisfactory

Harold Johnson remains under treatment and observation at the local hospital with his condition listed as satisfactory. He is monitored by hospital staff as updates are provided.

Harold Johnson

Benevolent Society Elects Mr. Gardner

A large attendance marked the Three Links Benevolent Association annual meeting at LOOF Hall. New officers named are Elwyn Gardner president Myron Salladay vice president and Mrs M D See secretary treasurer. Membership contest ended in a tie and a potluck supper was announced for Friday Feb 9.

Three Links Benevolent Association Loof Hall Elwyn Gardner Myron Salladay M. D

Antioch Social Club Hears Hat Fashion Through Decades

Mrs John Hough and Mrs Edward Peiffer hosted the Antioch Social Club with members wearing their oldest hats dated to the 1920s. Mrs Homer Brin ning wore the wedding hat claiming the oldest. Verne Colliver appointed a card and flower committee. plans for the year and a family potluck for February were noted.

John Hough Edward Peiffer Antioch Hough Homer Brinning Verne Colliver Lloyd Bauer John Hindahl

Morrison Ford and Morrison Ira Law Firm Directory

Professional directory entry listing George F Morrison and Ira Morrison lawyers at 213 South Marion Ave with phone OL 3-2802. confirms office location and contact details for legal services.

Stewart & Shearer Attorneys At Law Richard A. Stewart Paul V. Shearer Abstract Dept East Washington George F. Morrison Gifford Morrison Ira Morrison South Marion Ave

Harold Walker on leave from Veterans Hospital Iowa City

Harold Walker is home on leave from the Veterans Hospital in Iowa City until February 1 when he will return to have the cast removed from his leg and for therapy after breaking his kneecap in an ice fall. He managed to come downtown Friday with a crutch. Mr and Mrs William H Jensen have returned from a trip to visit their daughter and son in law in Quakerstown Pennsylvania. They also spent Christmas in Williamsburg Virginia with side trips to Washington DC and New Jersey.

Harold Walker Veterans’ Hospital Iowa City William H. Jesen George Ackerlund Quakerstown Williamsburg Washington, D. C New Jersey

Urge School Board to Adopt Youth Fitness Program

President's Council on Youth Fitness urges local boards to implement daily 15 minutes vigorous activity for all pupils. The plan identifies underdeveloped students, tests physical abilities, and tracks progress. Check if your child's school has an adequate program and demand answers.

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