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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1932

Page

6

PEO Chapter Hosts the B L L S at Y Party

The PEO Chapter 1 entertained the BLLs with a dinner a founder's day program and an initiation. Mrs Kenneth Carris presided as initiation officers explained rituals while Mrs Glenn Mace led a discussion on AHS Children Differ. Eighteen attended with Miss Corinne Martin's kindergarten banner winning.

Glenn Mace AHS Loyd Morson Wallace P. 'F. A Corinne Martin BL. L BR. I. L P. BE. O Chapter J. “B. Ll. L Enneth Carris F. K. Biter Or. Was. Mawron K. D. Melcher H. C. Hull Mary Hunter Kenneth Carris Sarah Marie Davis Hielen Sartor Henrietta Hull Mary Jlunter Mary Roberts C. H. Guther J. M. Lloyd Mable Livingston George Freshiwaters L. S. Patterson

Ventriloquism Technique Described in 19th Century Text

The article explains the essential mechanism of ventriloquism. It details taking a full breath and keeping chest and neck muscles fixed while speaking with a nearly closed mouth and motionless lips and jaw. Air is slowly expired through a narrow glottis with no nasal air escape.

Local P T A to Elect Officers and Meet Friday

Sper Junior High P T A holds a meeting Friday evening January 22 at 7 30. Parents urged to attend and participate in officer elections. Daughters of Union Veterans host a potlunch at Mrs C W McLaughlin home Saturday January 23 at noon Bring dishes and one food item. Meat and rolls provided. Bible Department of Fortnightly meets Monday at 2 30 with Mrs Frank Wilson. Wesleyan Home Missionary Society meets Monday at 7 30 hosted by Mrs L B Lupton with Miss Alice Rownd leading.

Rural Women’s Club Homer Vincent Vincent Gene Farm Bureau Harriet Phillips Phillips Catherine Humston Frank Pringle Daughters of Union Veterans C. W. McLaughlin Bible Department of Frank Wilson Wesleyan Home Missionary Society of the M. B. Church L. B. Lupton Alice Rownd Damascus Vashti Shrine Rock Island Jo Toyle Shepherds Joseph FE. Proyle Masonic Temple The Elks Club S P.m A. H. Twinam

Booster Club Meets Jan 26 With Farm Bureau Lesson

The Booster Club will gather with Mrs Charles Darthel on Tuesday January 26 at 2 p m for a farm bureau lesson. The entertainment committee is led by Mrs Martin Whittaker and Mrs Orville Caldwell.

Charles Darthel Farm Bureau Martin Whittaker Orville Caldwell

Willys Overland Cuts Prices to Record Low for 1932 Cars

Toledo report says Willys Overland president L A Miller announced a $100 price cut on all 1932 Silver Anniversary Willys Overland Sixes and Eights and Willys Knight cars, claiming the move will raise dealer profits, employment, and retail demand as prices drop below any previous standard four cylinder lines. Complete prices and models to be announced January 25.

Toledo L. A. Miller Willys-Overland Company America Willys-Overland Willys-Knight Mr. Miller

Athletes and the Charley Horse Pain in Sports

Crant Jand Rice notes Charley horse as a sudden muscle knot causing severe pain in athletes. He describes it as one of the most prevalent and painful athletic injuries.

English Tea Customs Through History and Timing

The text explains four or five o'clock tea in England and notes that high tea is more elaborate than the usual service. It mentions cold potted meats sandwiches and little cakes served after five o'clock, distinguishing it from earlier tea practices.

England

Locks Bad Whats the use

A clipped opinion reflects on aging housing costs as older generations face upkeep while the next generation struggles to earn enough to maintain a fine home. The brief comments from the Los Angeles Times note concern over long term affordability and family finances.

Los Angeles

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