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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1939
Page
3
Mrs. J N Irwin of Brighton spoke at a Garden department meeting on tree anatomy and function. W L Lloyd joined to warn about soil and grading, pruning errors, fungus and pests, and early March banding to combat canker worms with practical techniques and grafting tips.
Fourteen members and two guests attended a hobo party at the home of Mrs Callie Woodburn yesterday afternoon. A business meeting led by president Mrs Charles Barthelow preceded entertainment by Mrs Delbert Daniel.
Notices list various social gatherings with times and hosts including Rebekah group dance at hall, H J club, Lincoln PTA meeting at school, Jolly Troopers, Rural Woman's club, Presbyterian Aid groups with family night dinners, Bethel Missionary society, Pythian Past Chiefs potluck, Jody Good Timers dance Rendezvous, Christian Missionary and Ladies Aid, Baptist Missionary society luncheon. Many host names and street addresses appear.
Damascus Shrine No 10 White Shrine of Jerusalem is invited to Burlington next Tuesday for a guest officers ceremony with Mrs Roy Means as worthy high priestess and Mrs Wisie Long as worthy guardian. The Shrine is also invited to Keokuk Friday evening for a second ceremony with Mrs Means and Mrs Leola Mug.
More than 250 attend Washington county 4-H skating party with 165 skaters and 106 onlookers. Walker sisters win prize for graceful falls as Ray Sutter demonstrates the Victor Animatograph. Guests include Mr. and Mrs. Sutter and 4-H leaders. reception committee members noted.
O, as O, as MANY HAPPY RETURNS! Mrs. Clara Turnipseed is 80 today at 447 East Harrison. Several others celebrate birthdays across Riverside Wellston Oakland and nearby towns including David Penberthdays today Samuel Murphy Ralph Brinning H Wagenkadecht. Howard Eugene Darnel turns five as does Clariece Buck daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Buck.
The Pythian Past Chiefs Association will hold an anniversary party tomorrow evening at Mrs. Myrtle Poole’s home. A potluck supper will be served at 6 30 p.m. with each attendee bringing a covered dish and her own table service.
A Friday evening church event invites all local families moving away soon to a potluck supper at 7 p m. Attendees should bring their own table service and a dish to pass while meat is provided. 29313
Mrs W B Dupuis hosted a party for Mrs Sid Moore yesterday afternoon inviting sixteen guests. Bingo contests provided entertainment and prizes. a kerchief shower honored the guest of honor. Mrs Moore plans to move to a new home in Danville. Ruth Dupuis helped serve along with Mrs Karl Miller of Olds, an out of town guest.
Emma Beckman Chapter of Eastern Star installed officers Friday evening in Columbus Junction. Installing officer Mrs. Carlson assisted, with matron Mrs. Helen Lewis and other officers named, including associate matron Mrs. Vera Lynn and chaplain Mrs. Ruth Ochs. Talks by E H Wiegner, Nettie Lewis, and Irene Arthur. Vera Lynn sang solo with accompanist Mrs. Juanita Huston.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the United Presbyterian church held a potluck dinner at Mrs. O F Boller's home. Twenty two members and two guests attended. Nellie Tripp led the program with discussions on India and a poem by Hiladia Porter. Officers elected for the coming year were Mrs. M A McConaughy president, Mrs. R L Livingston vice president, Mrs D P D Davis secretary, and Helen Fulton treasurer. Mrs Davie and Miss Fulton were re-elected.
Mrs Bernard Pauly and Mrs fien Mehmert hosted a miscellaneous shower at the Pauly home for Margaret Pauly with pink and white decor. Guests from Keota Fairfield Richland Salem and Washington attended as the bride elect receives gifts ahead of her February 8 marriage to Leon ard Pacha. Chinese checkers were played and refreshments served.
The Vrairie Flower Mission circle announces a social gathering to be held soon. Members and guests are invited to attend for fellowship and community outreach.
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