Local residents attend services for Ida Roberts
Notables including Mrs Walter Berkey of Hume Ston Iowa Mrs J M Taggert and son John of Clarinda Rev and Mrs D C Boyd of Springfield Illinois return home after funeral services and visiting. Carl J Roberts hosts guests during their stay. Captain Robert W Conner phones family en route to Fort Bragg and plans leave. Pillsbury Flour ads. several local visits and travel notes from Fairfield Clinton Muscatine Des Moines Spencer and Washington DC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Berkey
Humeston
Iowa
J. M. Taggert
John
Clarinda
D. C. Boyd
Springfield
Ill
Ida Roberts
Carl J. Roberts
Robert W. Conner
Walter G. Conner
Oskaloosa
Fort Bragg
N. C
Tacoma
Wash
Conner
Robert Conner
Wilmington
Pacific Theater
Demons Return To Home Court Face Mt Pleasant Panthers
Washington high school Demons host Mt Pleasant tonight in the Little Six second round aiming to improve on a 1-4 first round. Washington gaps include two one point losses and a two point defeat. Mt Pleasant seeks its first Little Six win after recent results against Fairfield and New London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington High School
Washington
Mt. Pleasant
Panthers
Fairfield
New London
A. H. Seidler
Wayne Marshall
Dick Vacha
Bob Noonan
Bill Kelsey
Jack Pauls
Jim Holbert
Wayne Pratt
Kelsey
Henry Little
Columbus Junction
F. N. Reppe
Letts
Local Home Guests and Army News Amid Mt Pleasant Visit
Mrs Laura Longwell stays at Wayland in the Kauffman home as Janice Kauffman undergoes an appendectomy at Memorial hospital Mt Pleasant with serious condition reported. Pvt Richard Baker reports for Des Moines assignment after furlough and re enlistment. Dr and Mrs Fred Reid return from Des Moines after Iowa State Veterinary association meetings with large attendance. Chamber luncheon and Auxiliary style show held at Younkers with officers elected. Marcella Boileau of Savannah Ga visiting with Alta Boileau and friends. radio operator with Delta Airlines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura Longwell
Wayland
Harold Kauffman
Janice
Pvt
Richard Baker
Des Moines
Army
Fred Reid
Iowa State Veterinary Association
Chamber of Commerce
Younker’s Tea Room
iMrs. Reid
B. A. McCullough
Eagle Grove
H. A. Walker
Hoskins
Evanston, Ill
National Auxiliary
Marcella Boileau
Savannah
Alta Boileau
Miss Boileau
Delta Airlines
Homemaking Tip on Damp Clothes Ironing Efficiency
A home advice note suggests taking clothes off the line while still damp and ironing immediately to finish washing and ironing in the same day. It promotes time saving and practical folding of laundry tasks.
Sites Set for 64 Sectional Meets Across Iowa
Lyle Quinn of the Iowa high school athletic association announced 64 sectional tournaments set for Feb 26 to March 2. Class A and B teams compete separately with semi finalists advancing to district meets Mar 5 to 9. Area schools include Sigourney Iowa City New London Wapello and Winfield with Winfield hosting Class B competition only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boonh
Lyle Quinn
Iowa High School Athletic Association
Sigourney
Iowa City
New London
Wapello
Winfield
Riverside Girls Split Doubleheader With Olds High
Riverside high girls lose 34 12 to Olds in the first game while the second Olds team wins 11 10 after Riverside led early. W Messer of Olds opened scoring with a free throw from Vochoska of Riverside as visitors led 8 3 after the first period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olds
Riverside
W. Messer
Vochoska
Martin Elected By Iowa Society
Rep Thomas E Martin of Iowa City has been elected president of the Iowa Society in Washington. Vice presidents elected are Mrs Gert rude Bowman and E P Chase with Vert rude Louis as secretary treasurer. Martin, on the House Military Affairs Committee, opposes labor legislation by the committee and calls for postwar defense. He criticizes demobilization policy as poorly timed and accuses it of hurting U S image overseas. He supports universal military training but opposes peacetime conscription while the draft remains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
IDPA
Thomas E. Martin
Iowa City
Iowaociety
Washington
Gertrude Bowman
E. P. Chase
Vertrude Louis
Tom Martin
Nouse
Martin
Marcin
War Department
Apple Slice Keeps Humidor Tobacco Moist Long Term
A slice of raw apple placed at the humidor top reportedly preserves moisture and sweetness of stored tobacco over weeks, reducing drying and preserving flavor throughout extended storage.
83 Points Piled Up by Washington Y Team Over Winfield
Washington Y basketball team scored 83 to 44 against Winfield. Ken Dunwoody led with 20 baskets and 1 free throw while Norris added 13 field goals and 2 free throws. The game marked the Y’s strongest performance in some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington “Y
Winfield
Ken Dunwoody
Norris
Washington
Emil Stier Dies at Home in Wayland
Emil Mier Stier, aged 59 or 60, died at his Wayland home after a two year illness with heart trouble. Funeral services are set for 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Stacey Funeral Home conducted by Rev. E S Mullett. Born in Germany April 17, 1865, he came to America at 15, lived in Burlington briefly, then Mt. Pleasant before settling in Wayland in 1898. He married Cora Yount February 22, 1893, and leaves his wife and three daughters Mrs Ira McBeth of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs Everette Lance of Trenton, and Mrs Cletus Ruxlowe of Marshalltown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayland
Emil Mier
Stacey
E.S. Mullett
Germany
Carl
Eista Stier
America
Burlington
Mt. Pleasant
Cora Yount
Ira McBéth
Everette Lance
Trenton
Cletus Ruxlowe
Marshalltown
Washington County VFW to Install Iowa Post at North English
The ritual team of the Washington County Post Veterans of Foreign Wars will install a new VFW Post in North English on Monday evening January 28. It is the first VFW post to be instituted in Iowa county of the first district. Members from Washington should meet at K C hall to depart by 6 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North English
Washington County Post
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Iowa
Washington
K. C. Hall
Exercise rules shift for age after forty
After 40, exercise should be toned to fit age and condition. Some authorities urge sufficient daily activity through work. Only non exhausting recreation is advised. Many middle aged people risk life by trying to keep up with younger players.
Loose nuts and washers slow operations cause costly repairs
Loose nuts cause delays and may lead to expensive machinery repair bills. Lock washers are available for those parts that keep loosening.
Birthday Dinner at R. C. Ferguson Home in West Chester
In West Chester on January 25 a family birthday dinner honored three relatives at the R. C. Ferguson home. Honorees included Mrs. Ode Ferguson, R. C. Ferguson, and Walter Lance, with the twins marking the day and Mr. Lance celebrated as a Welcome home and birthday honoree. Karen Kay sang Happy Birthday to each honoree as a decorated cake was served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Mres. Ode Ferguson
R. C. Ferguson
Walter Lance
Mrs. Ferguson
Mr. Ferguson
Mr. Lance
Ode Ferguson
Margaret Vastine
Sam Wittris
Washington
Karen Kay
Julia
Grandpa
Daddy
Study Group Meets With Mrs Gardner
The Mission Study group of West Chester Methodist Church met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs Koy Gardner. Devotions on Forces that unify a nation were given by Mrs Walter Bauer. Mrs Keith Stewart reviewed the current chapter The Indian in American Life and its Christian contribution through health education and character building. Mrs Frank Kleese highlighted Methodist Woman and led a quiz. Refreshments were served by Mrs Walter Bauer and Mrs Edgar Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Pythian Group Anniversary Dinner Held at K P Hall
Members of the Pythian Past Chiefs association and guests totaling 21 attended an anniversary dinner at K P hall. The event featured cooperative kitchen and dining room committees, pinochle prizes for traveling, high and low scores, and new officers elected including Mrs C G Marshall president and Mrs Manassier vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pythian Past Chiefs Association
K. P. Hall
William Matucha
Vina Manussier
Warren Stewart
George Baker
Owen Grecian
Manussier
Low
Oral Mayo
Card of Thanks for hospital flowers and cards
Howard E. Stewart thanks friends and neighbors for flowers and cards sent during his hospital stay.
Birthday Anniversaries Mark Journal Three Quarter Century Club
Two members Mrs Clara Turnipseed S87 and Mrs Eldo C Rupp 83 observed birthdays. Harold Wehr couple celebrate their fourth wedding anniversary. Children Clarice Buck and Howard Eugene Darnel celebrate birthdays with classmates. George Michael Koehler aged three candles. Others observing birthdays include Helen Schoonover Haze Statler Rapp Louise Wilgore Boileau David Pearson Donald Swailes Samuel Murphy Ralph Brinning H Wagenknecht L A Meredith David Thompson plus National Ter a store manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Clara Turnipseed
Eldo C. Rupp
Turnipseed
Upp
Brighton
Helen Schoonover
Haze Statler Rapp
Louise Wilgore Boileau
Ainsworth
David Pearson
Donald Swailes
Wast Highana
Samuel Murphy
Highland Township
Ralph Brinning
H. C. Wagenknecht
L. A. Meredith
David Thompson
National Tera
H C Wiegman Celebrates 82nd Birthday Today
Community figures toast H. C. Wiegman as he marks his 82nd birthday with well wishes. Neighbors recall his longtime service and local involvement during the anniversary gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Wiegman
Class Has Supper At Baptist Church
The Friendly Bible class of the Baptist church met for a cooperative supper with 18 percent in attendance. A short business meeting was led by the president. February plans include meeting with Elsie Bratten. Harold Walker read scripture, Charles Murdock presented the story, and Rev Legh Richmond was cited. Mrs J J Nadadley gave a paper on Love. The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendly Bible
the Baptist Church
Elsie Bratten
Harold Walker
Charles Murdock
Young Cotlager
Legh Richmond
J. J. Nayadley
Child Study Group With Mrs C Wilson Fortnightly Club
January meeting of the Child Study department of the Fortnightly Club was held last evening with Mrs Charles Wilson presiding. Thirty two members attended and guest Mrs Lawrence Malley and Mrs W K Dupuis joined. New members welcomed included Mrs William W Brown Mrs John Mattes Mrs Don Boyer and Mrs Don Shepherd. Program chairman Mrs George Kerr introduced Mrs Fred Ki Miller who reviewed His Family. Leader Mrs W E Howell presided at a short business meeting. Refreshments were served during the social hour by Mrs Join Owen Mrs Ray Simpson and Mrs Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Wilson
Lawrence Malley
W. K. Dupuis
William W. Brown
John Mattes
Don Boyer
Don Shepherd
George Kerr
Fred Ki. Miller
W. E. Howell
Join Owen
Ray Simpson
Wilson
Judge grants divorce in Hancock case and restores maiden name
Judge Frank Bechly yesterday granted Irene Hancock a divorce from Stanley Hancock and allowed her to resume the maiden name Irene Hawthorne. Bechly plans to return to Montezuma this afternoon and hopes to be in Washington for further work of the January term on February 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Bechly
Irene Hancock
Stanley Hancock
Irene Hawthorne
Bechly
Montezuma
Washington
Farewell Party Honors Pvt. R. Baker at Clyde Clarge Home
Pvt Richard Baker was guest of honor at a farewell party held Wednesday evening at the Clyde Clarge home. The Baker family and relatives gathered for an oyster supper and a family get-together with siblings and their families from West Chester and Winfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Baker
Clyde Clarge
Raymond Baker
Carol Ann
Karen Way
West Chester
Keith Baker
Joyce
Joan
Larry Keith
Winfield
Ben Goodwit
Connie Jaye
Clark
Iron With Thread Improves Fabric Look and Flatness
Advice on ironing techniques notes that using thread in ironing helps smooth clothes and make flat pieces come out even when pressed. It emphasizes practical steps to enhance fabric appearance through careful heat and pressure.
Entertain Friends At a Salad Supper
Mrs. D. P Livingston hosted a seven o'clock salad supper at her home with white tapers and jonquils as decor. Four bridge tables complemented the evening, and prizes went to Mrs. Dan Brindley Mrs. C. R. Wilson Mrs. Richard R. Johnston of Marengo Elsie Glassburner and Mrs. T. M. Mast. Mrs. Robert Young received a hostess gift before leaving next week for Jelwein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. P Livingston
Dan Brindley
C. R. Wilson
Richard R. Johnston
Marengo
Elsie Glassburner
Social calendar outlines local club meetings and notices
Notices for this column list by ten a m Saturday deadlines and upcoming events including U and I club family night at 6 30 p m Mr and Mrs B G Holt Monday Bible department 2 30 p m at the Public library Handcraft dept sec 5 8 p m Mrs John Owen Brine money for towels Priscilla club 1 p m lunch eon Mrs M McConaughy Mrs H J McCreedy co hostess Just Us club 2 p m guest of a former member Mrs A W Yard Wednesday Cedar township homemakers 1 30 p m Mrs Robert Stephens Grace Hill Ladies Aid at Community building Sack lune at noon roll call from 2nd Tim Public Affairs dept sec 1 1 p m luncheon Mrs Boya Berdo Mrs J E Wright co hostess
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Public Library
John Owen
Cedar Township
Robert Stephens
Grace Hill Ladies Aid Society
Sack Lune
Tim
Boya Berdo
J. E. Wright
Mrs. Neff Hosts Snowball Club Meeting
Mrs Walter Neff hosted the Snowball club yesterday with 14 members four children and one guest Mrs Stanley Fishburn. President Mrs Glen Feather led business. dues rise to 1 dollar due next meeting. Entertainment by Mrs Robert Roberts and Mrs Walter Statler. Christmas gift exchange postponed due to illness. New Year motif refreshments served by Mrs Ralph Herr Mrs Fuhr and Mrs Fishburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Neff
Stanley Fishburn
Glen Feather
Robert Roberts
Walter Statler
Ralph Herr
Fuhr
Fishburn
Fox Hunt Announcement Near Washington
Hunters meet at Dublin Sunday at 1 p m with shotguns for a fox hunt west of Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox Hunt
Washington
Dublin
Curb Mold With Oil of Lavender In Closed Rooms
A household tip advises scattering a few drops of oil of lavender in a closed room and bookcase to curb mold and protect a library from mildew and damp. The guidance emphasizes containment and natural fragrance as a preventative measure.
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Ralph Pratt
Hospital Ife
Wolf’s Flower
Pillsbury’s
Donald Palmer Benblossom
Atchison Shoe Store
Laura Fenton Williams
Clinton, Ill
M. H. Sartor
Milo Sorden
Muscatine
C. C. Rice
Robert
Camp Lee
Daryl Fetters
Happy
Texas
New York City
Mr. Fetters
Elkhart
Ind
Dave Beyer
Mr. Beyer and Sons
Cornell College
Vernon
Sara Lu Milier
Corinne Silis
Chicago
Shirley Dunlavy
Sine Olesen
Spencer
Mary Voorhees
Barbara Etter
Gerald
Ine Bartow
Margaret and
Millard DeLashmuti
Gwendolyn Ramseyer
J. J. DiLorenzo
Marian
Martha
DiLorenzo
J. E. Lemmon
Philippines
Japan
Pure Food and Drug Administration
DiLorenzos
Robert Robertson
Little
Demons
Quinn
Riverside Girls
Riverside High School
Olds High School
Iowa Society
By EF. P. Chase
Marshall
Cantoni
Dunwoody
Chamberlain
Whitehead
Tucker
Norris Bean
Sahea
Herron Acme
Conrad
Kester
Olson
Luider
Remick
Johnson
Emil Stier
United Steelworkers
West Leechburg
Kiskiminetas River
Allegheny Dudlum Steel Corp
Steel Workers
International
R. C. Ferguson Home
Gardner
Pythian Group
Howard E. Stewart
Harold Wehr
Clarice Buck
James Buck
Howard Eugene Darnel
Howard Darnel
George Michael Koehler
George Tl. Koehler
Baptist Church
C. Wilson
Honor Pvt. R. Baker
GO. V. Crull
U and I
Suiper
B. G. Holt
Imnesday
Priscilla Club
M. McConaughy
H. J. McCreedy
A. W. Yard
Mrs. Neff
Ev Studio
Tee
Stephen Washington
Evening Journal
Ington County
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