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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1944
Page
2
Local items report new addresses for servicemen and their families with notes on post exchanges and training. Travel updates include Navy V-5 program swearing in in Chicago and postings to Camp Van Dorn and Hunter Liggett Reserve. Also mentions a stockholders meeting at the Y M C A and social events at the Rendezvous. The article appends a travelogue noting Moslem dress customs in North Africa and the Middle East.
At the hospital Mr and Mrs Bayne Freeland of South English welcome a six pound fifteen ounce daughter born at 3 05 this morning. Mr and Mrs Clayton Lintz of Crawfordsville announce a son born at 3 20 weighing eight pounds three and a quarter ounces. Christopher Wanerus of Buffalo Wyoming and Harm Rademaker of Ainsworth admitted as medical patients last evening. Max Shepherd of 505 North Low Avenue, Ivan Yoder of Wayland, Mrs Sam Munson of Washington, and Charles Jenkins of Ainsworth discharged today for their homes.
Washington high school Demons powered past Mt Pleasant 45 to 28 as their speed and aggressive defense overwhelmed the Panthers. Hal Longer led with 15 points while Bostwick Maxwell forwards and Marshall at center sparked the home win. Washington’s second team also won 25-23.
Washington second team overcame a 6-4 first quarter and 12-7 halftime deficit to top Mt. Pleasant scrubs, outplaying their bulkier opponents though failing to cash in early. Late in the final period they began converting baskets and secured the victory.
Richland clinched the 1944 Ke-Wash title by winning all league games. West Chester beat Kalona 35 38 in Kalona after a first half 16 11 lead. Keota topped Brighton 37 17 with Romine and Freshwaters each scoring 12. North English defeated Wellman 24 16. Washington county tournament set for West Chester next week with Wellman Kalona Riverside West Chester Ainsworth Crawfordsville and Brighton in action.
With two minutes left the score tied at 18-18 and 20-20. An opportune basket by YVacha, Batterson and Pratt pushed Washington ahead as the crowd roared, reflecting strong season support for the school teams.
Cotter high school student publication Kotter Key earned a state certificate of honor from the Iowa Tuberculosis Association for meritorious tuberculosis articles. The School Press Project by the National Tuberculosis Association and the Columbia Scholastic Association sponsored the award. Barbara Jones is editor in chief, with Gladys Boyd and Rhea Wehr as authors and Mrs. Anderson as faculty advisor.
During the week of January 1, events include Tuesday and Wednesday 1:00 to 3:30 P M child health conferences at office and Riverside. A tuberculosis film is shown at Riverside parochial and public schools, Ainsworth high school, and Crawfordsville. A special mothers class is scheduled Thursday at 2:00 P M.
Employers of prisoners of war must follow the Geneva Convention. A six day work week with days not exceeding the usual civil worker hours, no POW used beyond fitness, unsafe or unhealthy work is forbidden, and menial or degrading labor is prohibited.
Emil Placek, chairman of the Saunders county war finance committee, withdraws a plan to let draft and ration boards punish bond buyers. He says the treasury department favors voluntary participation and that he will follow Washington instructions.
In Washington on January 29 Chester Bowles announced general point value reductions for major canned vegetables in February. He warned that less processed food will be available for civilians this year than last.
Chicago January 29 Five children aged five months to 11 years were burned to death when a one story frame home outside Melrose Park burned early today. Parents Lawrence Porter and wife left children with their 13 year old son while they went to work at a war plant. Fire believed caused by an overheated stove.
The notice lists updated rationing periods for tires Class A through C and bulk coupons through 1944, plus commercial vehicle intervals. It specifies validity windows for gasoline A, B, C coupons, fuel oil periods, book stamps for processed foods and meats, and notes about license numbers and family exchanges.
The piece argues soldier voting could swing Iowa politics in 1944 by mobilizing up to 250000 service members and influencing as many private voters. It notes past voting irregularities in 1942 and outlines deadlines and legislative steps shaping the 1944 election campaign.
Mrs Floyd Ditt mer and Mrs Roscoe Eliason of Letts host a 15 minute program titled Lets Look at our Schools on WOT Tuesday February 1 from 3:30 to 4:00 PM. The event is sponsored by the Iowa Farm Bureau women's committee and includes war ration book reminders.
Indian Creek club met with Mrs. H. W. Mineart for an all day meeting and cooperative dinner Jan 26 at Sandy Hook. Ten members attended with guests Mrs. Albert Redeker and Richard, Mrs. Cloyce Godwin and Jimmy, and Mrs. Elizabeth Murray. Members quilted and tied a comforter. Next meeting with Mrs. Ernest Salts is planned in two weeks.
Twenty five members of the Woman's Council of the Church of Christ met in the church social room for January. Mrs Harold Jarvis led devotionals on Crown Thy Good with Brotherhood. Mrs Leslie Beenblossom, president, led business and read letters from servicemen. A cooperative gift from the council and a George Washington dinner plan were announced. Refreshments were served by the committee including Mrs Claude Tucker and others.
Booster club members and families hosted a Thursday evening party at the Lloyd Walker home to honor Mrs. L. C. Woodburn on her 75th birthday. George Jarrard led entertainment with pinochle prizes awarded to Jarrard and Velma Jarrard.
Phyllis Crone hosted a linen shower Tuesday evening at 414 West Main Street for Mrs Warren Lins. Twenty guests enjoyed games and nuptial contests then watched the guest of honor unwrap gifts. Refreshments featured a pink and white theme with heart shaped cakes and a centerpiece of pink sweetpeas and lit tapers.
Iowa Farm Bureau hosts discussion on current school legislation and the present school setup, aiming to inform families seeking clarity on policies and local impacts.
Brazil's position climbs to the eighth largest producer of alcohol worldwide, reflecting expanding output across its beverage and industrial alcohol sectors and shifting global market dynamics.
Saturday events include U and I club supper at W. A. Prealer home and Junior Missionary society at 4 15 p.m. at Meth church. Other groups meet including Pythian Sisters at 7 30 p.m. bring sandwiches and Daughters of American Revolution at 2 30 p.m. bring needle and thimble. Weekly notices list Merry Makers, Ainsworth O E S, Grace Hill groups, Ruth Foster home project, Linger Longer club, and C O C class with hosts and locations.
Mr and Mrs Harry Dye celebrate 42nd wedding anniversary today. Mr and Mrs Clarence Boshart wed 22 years ago. Birthday observances include Mrs Doyle Plecker Caroline Joyce Peterson Mary Horak John Kenneth Patterson Catherine Jean Morris Jim Young and Alvin Shepeck. Mrs J M Lord of Rock Island formerly of Ainsworth will observe her 88th birthday tomorrow as a Three Quarter Century Club member.
Mr and Mrs Frank Patterson will observe their seventh wedding anniversary. Mr and Mrs Tom Dewis will observe wedding and birthday anniversaries tomorrow.
Mrs Nick Roth Mrs George Hotle Glenn French James Swailes Julia Harvey Daering Mrs Arthur Wiley and Mrs Virgil Turnipseed will accept birthday congratulations tomorrow at their homes in a local observance.
Two candles will mark Jane Ellen Mayer birthday next day as daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Mayer of Brighton. Mrs. Laura Longwell and her twin brother L. B. Fleming, residents of Lexington community, are honored as birthday celebrants.
Numerous community members send best wishes to Cleo Schilling Bobby Stewart Richard Boyer Bob Bostwick Mrs W P David son of Crawfordsville and Bills Berg of Fairfield grandson of Mr and Mrs M J Redlinger Washington as they turn 13 tomorrow William Henkel stationed in North Africa serves in the area note
Mrs Alfred Trenerry hosted a luncheon for the Woman's Missionary Society at the Baptist church assisted by Mrs John Shebeck and Mrs Ed Wiley. Will Moore led devotion with songs and scripture and Mrs Charles McConnell spoke on The Bedrock of Hope with war-era readings. Twenty five women attended including guest Mrs Teri Marsh of Davenport. Mrs Dodd urged attendance at the Day of Prayer on Friday Feb 25.
Group meetings of the Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society were held yesterday in members’ homes. Group 1 and 3, led by Mrs. C. R. McCutchen Sr., opened with devotions and business, followed by social time and refreshments. Group 2, hosted by Mrs. Val Fuhr, featured devotions by Mrs. Bess Wead, hymn roll call, visitors, and refreshments with a Valent theme.
Mrs Gene Gorham and Mrs Howard Hazen entertained bridge club members and husbands at the Gorham home. Three tables of bridge were played with Mr and Mrs Ralph McCreedy earning high score prizes for both genders. Refreshments followed the games.
Snowball Social club members and nine families gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs Robert Roberts for the annual family dinner. A cooperative noon meal followed by an afternoon of visiting drew 22 present.
The McCreedy family extends heartfelt thanks for comforting sympathy and help during their sorrow. They appreciate the beautiful services offered and other acts of kindness from friends and neighbors.
A birthday will be observed tomorrow for the person who celebrated last year in North Africa as well.
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