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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1944
Page
2
A barber nearly panics thinking he is going blind after accidentally wearing a customer's glasses. The piece then notes flowers as a versatile gift that speaks love and sympathy, encouraging sending flowers to please.
American and British warships with Royal Air Force planes attacked in the Atlantic fending off a major German assault on an allied convoy. The forces sank one U boat, probably destroyed another, and damaged several others in the engagement reported today.
Marion K Rapp departed for Denver to attend a nine week power turret maintenance school at Lowry field. Capons priced 30c per pound while supply lasts. Mrs C C Clark travels to Davenport for an over Sunday visit with her brother and sister in law. Alfred A Stalder leaves for Miami after a 14 day leave with wife. Captains Harley and Trotter visiting relatives in area as he awaits Camp Chaffee assignment. Mary Ethel White marries Gilbert C Boucha of Milwaukee. Lt Gene Trask and wife visit in area before Camp Butner. McChurch addresses change to Farragut Idaho. Families attend funeral services for Mrs Julia Cavender in Washington. Various relatives plan returns after visits in Cedar Rapids and Wellman. S/Sgt E J White and wife guests of Bert and family during furlough recovery period in Washington.
Donald Wood of Ainsworth was admitted last evening as a medical patient. Jeffrey McGinnis of Ainsworth underwent a tonsillectomy this morning. Mary Kathryn Bowser of West Chester was discharged this afternoon.
Washington Demons suffered a 40 23 defeat at Burlington as height and depth gave the taller experienced Burlington lineup the edge. Bob Bostwick led with strong play at forward and Crull impressed at center in his first time in that spot.
Two Ke-Wash league games last night Kalona defeated Wellman 35 to 17 while West Chester beat Brighton 23 to 13 Keokuk county teams did not play due to the ongoing Sigourney tournament Richland and Keota were set but postponed. Kalona leading scorers Hershberger Sprecker Jackson and Kraft each with ten points while Wellman’s Kraft matched. Brighton led early 3 2 in first quarter but West Chester took the game after a close start.
The Democratic National Committee unanimously elected Robert B. Hanegan of St. Louis as the party's new chairman to lead the anticipated fourth term campaign for President Roosevelt. Postmaster General Frank C. Walker offered his resignation as chairman at the opening of the meeting to set the time and place of the Democratic National Convention next summer.
A tale of the Green Meadows where Chatterer the Red Squirrel fears Farmer Brown's Boy yet receives kind daily gifts. After a tense period in a comfortable prison the boy's patient acts spark curiosity and trust, ending in a hopeful friendship.
The Women s Society of the Christian Service of the Methodist church held the first general meeting of the year in the church social rooms. President Mrs H M Dodder announced committees including parsonage kitchen service and memorials, with plans for a permanent service honor roll to be dedicated January 30.
A summary of upcoming sessions includes a Tuesday 1:00 to 3:30 PM child health conference in the office, a Wednesday 9:00 to 11:30 AM session in Kalona, and a Thursday 2:00 PM special mothers class. The notes describe to attend as listed by the health department.
The internal revenue collection office at the post office under John J. Mattes will be open every Saturday until March 1 and daily from March 1 to March 15 except Sundays to assist taxpayers with completing income tax forms.
Mrs Olive Lewis and W. R. Murphy were married Thursday morning in a single ring ceremony at the Presbyterian parsonage. Dr F. W. Eastwood read the vows at 10 30 in the presence of Mr and Mrs John Frame and Eula Mae Coon all of Ainsworth. Mrs Murphy wore navy crepe with black accessories. A wedding dinner followed at Winga's North Side cafe. The couple will reside on a farm northeast of Ainsworth.
White Oak notes include Mrs Doris Johnson teaching at White Oak School visiting Fairfield over weekend. Orlena Augustine visits George Augustine home. Lloyd Luers Jr. takes 5th grade exams at New Haven. LeRoy Luers visiting Chicago. Lloyd Waltman busy with summer ice supply. George Augustine sale set for January 27. Harold Luers promoted to corporal with new address at Fort Jackson APO 448 847th Inf.
Mrs. Mabel Bogan a 70 year old rural school teacher of Plainfield Iowa died while en route to a hospital after her car collided with an east bound Great Western passenger train at a city crossing in Waverly. Her son Howard of Waverly survives. Joan Kaiser a Plainfield farm couple’s daughter and pupil of Mrs. Bogan is hospitalized with multiple pelvic fractures.
Fairfield defeats Mt Pleasant 40 to 20 to cap a Little Six scoreline with Muscatine 42 over Ft Madison 34 and Ottumwa 38 over Keokuk 17 in a multi result card.
John C Owen declares his bid for Washington County Iowa County Attorney in the June 6 1944 Republican primary. He lists 280135 as a reference.
Irene Van Kirk testified in Sioux City district court in a cross divorce case. She accused her husband F. D. Van Kirk of kidnapping their son after she moved with the child from Portland to Medford Oregon with his supposed permission. Her pursuit covered sites across Oregon and Washington.
The Rebenan lodge met with all officers present. An official communication and a Meluver in U.S. service were read. Thirteen sick calls were reported. One membership petition was accepted and initiation ceremonies planned for the next meeting. Social committee include Virginia Carris Ona Hamilton Ruth Trier. February committee members listed. A social hour followed led by Milo Steele.
The January meeting of the Enterprise Parent Teacher Association was held last evening at the school house. Mrs Mabel Gordon conducted the meeting. Entertainment by Flossie Robertson Lorena Lynn Nora Hobbs featured readings contests and music. An oyster supper preceded the business session.
The Neighborhood Coffee club was entertained Wednesday afternoon by Mrs. Bill Coakley. The hostess served refreshments to members including Mrs. Murray Conger Mrs. Tom Carson and sons Jack and Bill Mrs. Mary Sherlock Mrs. Richard Pratt and Cathy Mrs. Floyd Murdock Mrs. Charles Eyestone Mrs. Orville Unzicker and Bob and Mrs. Leslie Blick and Bill. Several members were unable to attend due to illness.
Monday program includes Friendly Bible class pot luck at 6 50 at the church and Bible department at 2 30 at the public library. Handcraft group 3 cooperative supper 6 30 hosted by Mrs A C Peterson. Rosemary club Priscilla club Fortnightly club Y M C A Damascus Shrine Masonic temple Woman's Missionary society Homemakers Y W C A book review Fleur de Lis club Child Study dept. all events with locations and hosts in the community social calendar.
Cloyce Barnett celebrates a birthday while Jan. 22 is a popular wedding date with multiple anniversary observances for Jesse Busby C Griggs Frank Mineer Will Sickles Mer Schillig and others. Several individuals receive birthday congratulations including Karen Crawford Sandra Lee Batterson and more. a 1854 birth date marks a Three Quarter Century club member. James Kucera and wife Riverside plan a golden anniversary tomorrow.
A group of about thirty local residents attended a themed social event at McCleerey hall 615 East Main last evening. Costumes ranged from royalty to peasants as guests enjoyed a social hour at the McCleery home then a three course dinner in the Y M C A Community room. Red star place cards candlelit decor and music by the Mad Hatter band set an festive mood while R H McCleery gave poetic toasts sparking Russian toast humor.
Members of Bethlehem Commandery and their families, numbering 35, enjoyed a cooperative supper last evening at the Masonic temple dining room. Mrs. Tom Carris and Mrs. Sam Sigafoose were in charge of the supper committee. Following the Commandery meeting, the evening was spent socially.
Mrs. R. Warfel hosted the January gathering of the Garden department of the Fortnightly club with Irene Yard leading. Twelve members attended along with three visitors, Mrs. Rudiger Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Ross. Mrs. J. O. Sexton spoke on Timely Sprays Save Crops and Mrs. Wilson read a paper by Mrs. Luelin Chatton on Modern Medicines.
In a vivid exchange two unnamed figures debate media attention and a possible central spotlight. The dialogue hints at ambition and rivalry as coverage looms.
A playful dialogue at Union Station has a boy describing a locomotive that smokes and chuffs loudly. A girl asks for details and the boy confirms the train’s smoky, noisy tendencies.
Seed saving is difficult for many crops as they do not produce seeds in the first year. Root crops cabbage family and onions require storing and resetting in our climate for proper seed production in the following year.
Slip covers protect new upholstery or conceal old coverings and can serve as the sole chair cover. They are commonly used to hide worn faded fabric and are typically cheaper than reupholstering.
The Prayer Book Cross stands on a bluff edge in Golden Gate Park San Francisco California marking the Pacific coast’s first English language Christian service. It serves as a historic monument noting the early religious observance in the region.
Mr and Mrs Harry Bowles wed on January 23 1937. Birthday congratulations tomorrow will be shared with Larry Dean Thrapp Marian Newquist Walter Lance of West Chester Frank T Wolf Mrs Ross Moore Charles Marek Charles Chalupa Mrs Dill Boileau Mrs Walter Edwards and Mrs Pearl Parcell.
Protein supports blood and body function by aiding hemoglobin formation and helping create substances that regulate body processes.
Replacement iron is required for hemoglobin production in old red blood cells and supports maintenance of all body cells.
Neighbors held a surprise Thursday evening for Mr and Mrs Carl Daering as they observed their 25th wedding anniversary. Well filled baskets provided sandwiches salad coffee homemade ice cream and cake. Guests included Homer Mayer and family Carl Mayer and family Luane Daering and Patricia Harry Hamilton George Augustine Seth Carris and family and Doris Johnsen.
Fourteen members of St Marys Circle of St James church and Father H J Corcoran and Mrs Reynold Greiner met Thursday afternoon with Mrs Ray Redlinger. The business meeting was led by Mrs Hubert Redlinger with Mrs El rich, sec, giving her report. Hostesses for February are Mrs Rich, Mrs W tur Richardson, Mrs Martis Swift and Mrs George Sojka. The afternoon ended socially with hostesses Mrs Kass Sullivan and Mrs Earl Realinger assisting.
Mrs Turner was named head of the Women's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church after the nominating committee reported new officers. January meeting hostesses and officers for the coming year include Mrs R J Dawson president and Lydia Juzele devotional leader.
Paul George will turn 11 tomorrow as the son of Mr and Mrs Marion George. Jacqueline Lemmon reaches her fourth birthday and Theodore Drish his third, children of local residents. Raymond Wolf of North Avenue PD noted a birthday yesterday among neighbors.
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