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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1934
Page
5
Thirty five women attended a kitchen shower for Mrs F W Eastwood hosted by Mrs Harry McCall and Mrs Orville Elder at Elders to honor Dr and Mrs Eastwood on their 31st anniversary. Gifts included an electric clock and an erg beater plus cash and other presents.
The N S A club held a birthday surprise for Mrs Lloyd Hopping on her Jan 19 birthday evening. Familien brought doughnuts and coffee, two guests attended, and Pinochle was played at six tables. Milred’s mother and sister served refreshments while members and guests wished her many returns. A note mentions the Todas tribe of southern India regarding milk purveyors.
Riverside Iowa January 22 marks the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Anthony Yeggey They wed January 22 1884 at St Marys Riverside Rev Peter Brommenschenkel officiating The couple has one adopted son Edward Yegg and they live in Riverside with Mr Yeggey retired from farming Mrs Yeggey is 73 and in good health.
Washington meeting promotes a federal backed building savings plan to finance homes via a national network. Ellingson describes safe 4.5 to 5 percent returns, no promoter cost, and government backing with 82.50 to start. About 30 charter members needed, $2,500 startup, investors pay $100 now and monthly thereafter.
Washington shoppers will find women oriented stores offering new merchandise at attractive prices. Food stores department stores and ready to wear shops display new lines with inviting displays and bustling interiors. The article notes sustained shopper interest and increasing regular visits to Washington venues.
Motion carried to have Ralph Scott of the Better Washington club appoint a committee to carry through the plan to sell the savings and loan association to the community and to organize the venture.
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