County Tourney Opens Tonight at Crawfordsville
The Washington county high school basketball tournament begins this evening in Crawfordville and runs through Thursday. First-round matchups feature Riverside vs Brighton at 6:30, Crawfordsville vs Kalona at 7:40, and West Chester vs Ainsworth at 8:50. Crawfordsville-Kalona is a key contest as Kalona could challenge the favored Crawfordsville.
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Crawfordville
Riverside
Brighton
Crawfordsville
Kalona
West Chester
Ainsworth
Crawfordsville- Kalona
Letts
P. G. Leyes
Burlington
Wellman
Local veterans and residents noted in brief items
Local notices recount Elwood Misel’s homecoming after Pacific theater service and other arrivals departures. Des Moines figures Mrs Walter Jensen and Mr Pratt visit. Mrs Will Harwood undergoes major surgery at University hospital Iowa City. John Speidel returns to Durant after visiting family. Willard Palmer on leave from Jacksonville to stay with relatives. McLellan Store inventory noon closure. Lt. DeLaMater and family from Miami on Christmas leave. Walter Johnson discharged at Great Lakes after four years in the Marines with 29 months in Pacific. Auto license reminders and regional travel remarks accompany routine civic updates.
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Walter Johnson
Clarence Johnson
Walter
Great Lakes
Ill
Marine Corps
Clarence Johnsons
New Haven
North Avenue D
Navy
Thayer
Mo. A
Japan
Jamison
Ala. A
Veterans’ Administration
Veterans Administration
Veterans’ Hospital
Wadsworth
Kans
Kalona Tops Ke-Wash Standings After Win over West Chester
Kalona remains a conference leader after a 21 to 13 victory over West Chester Trojans. Richland 5 team notes a sole remaining league matchup with Keorze this week while Rich land’s standings show a 6 1 record in Ke-Wash.
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Wellman
Iowa
Richland Tigers
West Chester Trojans
Kaleona
Richland
Keorze
Riphiode Ebecowenia
West Chester
Charles Cecil of Hedrick Dies. Rites Set at Hedrick Church
John Foster reports the death of Charles Cecil of Hedrick. Funeral services are planned for two o'clock Wednesday at the Hedrick church, with many Washington friends expected to attend. Cecil had long sold Morrells stock in Ottumwa and was a cousin of the Turkingtons of Washington.
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John Foster
Charles Cecil
Hedrick
Washington
Mr. Cecil
Morrells
Ottumwa
Turkingtons
Hospital Updates From Local Residents
At the hospital Deloise Hawkins of Columbus Junction underwent an appendectomy yesterday afternoon. Admitted as medical patient were Benjamin Miller of Olds and Myron Yoder of Keota yesterday and this morning Mrs Josephine Hendricks of Brigh ton and Mr and Mrs Harley Broex of 502 North Marion avenue are parents of a son born at 6 52 this morning. Roy Gardner of West Chester was transferred to University hospital Iowa City this morning.
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Deloise Hawkins
Columbus Junction
Benjamin Miller
Olds
Myron Yoder
Keota
Josephine Hendricks
Brighton
Harley Broex
North
Marion Avenue
Roy Gardner
West Chester
University Hospital
Iowa City
Americans Favor Payroll Bond Buying Says Iowa Official
Nine of ten Americans saving through payroll bonds want to continue, says Roger F. Warin Iowa director of the U S savings bonds division. Warin and John Kilers report steady sales from Iowa banks and praise Iowa’s top national performance, with plans discussed in Washington D C by Vern Clark now national director.
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Des Moines
Roger F. Warin
Iowa
U. S. Savings Bonds Division
The
Treasury
Warin
John Kilers
Washington, D. C
Vern Clark
Veterans and servicemen family problems column note
Editor's note explains a weekly Washington Bureau column on veteran and serviceman issues. Readers may send questions to the Bureau. responses will appear in a future column published in this newspaper. No direct replies by mail.
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Washington
Western Newspaper Union
Eye Street
N. W
Washington, D. C
Veterans use G I bill for on the job training over college
Veterans administration reports a shift toward on the job training among G I bill beneficiaries as colleges face heavy demand. By December 1 103526 veterans were in training or enrolled with 35253 in programs and 87100 receiving hospital or domiciliary care as facilities strain.
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Veterans’ Administration
Vitamin A mainly from leafy and yellow vegetables study finds
A government survey shows over half of the vitamin A in the typical American diet comes from green leafy and yellow vegetables. The study highlights vegetables as the primary source of this nutrient.
Improper Milking Machine May Contaminate Fresh Milk
An improperly cleaned milking machine may add millions of bacteria to the fresh milk that passes through it, risking contamination and quality loss.
Ironing Rayon Care Tip Appears in Sewing Guide
The guide advises pressing rayon on the wrong side with a warm iron to prevent a glazed finish. It emphasizes avoiding direct heat on the fabric’s surface to maintain texture and appearance.
Social Calendar listings of clubs and meetings
Notices list events and meeting times for Rosemary club, American Legion Auxiliary, Cedar township homemakers, Grace Hill Ladies Aid, Public Affairs department, Valley Ladies Aid, Bethel Missionary society, Sunshine Community club, Navajo club, Independent club, Rural Woman's club, Pansy Hill club, English River homemakers, Past Matrons club, Mission Study groups, Presbyterian Ladies Aid, Rebekah lodge, United Presbyterian Women, and St. Paul's Women's Guild with venues and hosts.
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American Legion Auxiliary
George Birney
Cedar Township Homemakers
Robert Stephens
Grace Hill Ladies Aid Society
Tim
Boyd Berdo
J. E. Wright
Valley Ladies Aid Society
Bethel Missionary Society
Grace Shaw
W. Z. Allen
Sunshine Community Club
Henry Sutherland
Roll Call
China
Navajo Club
Fred Ley
Sony
English River
Amos Hostetler
Kalona
Masonic Temple
Emma C. Anderson
Elizabeth Klein
T. F. Barker
R. H. Hampsher
Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society
Rebekah Lodge
F. Bali
United Presbyterian Women's Missionary Society
D. J. Patterson
St. Paul's Women’s Guild
Fred Neuhar
New Lamp Types Arise From Wartime Electrical Research
Wartime advances in electrical research influence the lamp industry with new articles. The sunlamp fits any socket on standard current, the heat lamp adapts infra red lamps for home use, and the stem lamp emits ultraviolet radiation deadly to airborne bacteria.
Moisture Shields Help Wool Coats Stay Fresh
Moisture proof shields can be inserted in a coat at the underarms to prevent perspiration stains. Perspiration damages wool, causing it to mat and look fuzzy.
Local Birthdays and anniversaries noted in Journal club
Elizabeth Zwicki receives congratulations for her 90th birthday as a Three Quarter Century member. Harry and Mrs Dye celebrate 44 years of marriage, while Clarence and Mrs Boshart mark 24 years since their wedding. Bayne Freeland and family in South English observe birthdays for Bayneeta Freeland and Eugene Lintz. Tanja Trotman and others mark birthdays including John Patterson in Pacific theater service. Multiple local families report birthdays from infants to adults including Fritz Yoder Morriss and Patterson among others.
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Elizabeth Zwicki
Ike Ota
The
Journal
Three Quarter Century Club
Harry Dye
Clarence Sboshart
Bayneeta Joan Freeland
Bayne Freeland
South English
Eugene David Lintz
Clayton Lintz
Crawfordsville
Tanja Ann Trotman
Jack Trotman
Route Three
Wall insulation reduces heat loss and warms surfaces
Insulation keeps walls warmer and saves fuel. A 70 degree room feels cooler next to a 50 degree uninsulated wall than near an insulated wall at about 65 degrees. Bodies feel colder beside cold walls even when air is 70 to 72 degrees.
Mrs Owen Hosts Handcraft Meeting in Fortnightly Club
Mrs John Owen presided at the January Handcraft department section 3 meeting in Fortnightly Club. Two new members Irene Gorham and A H Sel er joined with guests including Mrs W B Dupuis and Mrs Richard A Stewart. Proceeds from the department auction funded garments for four children as a Christmas project. Members agreed to a ten cent fine for no notice of absence. Dorothy Livesay spoke on Beauty Culture.
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John Owen
Irene Gorham
A. H. Se‘ler
W. B. Dupuis
Richard A. Stewart
Marion Swainson
W. (. Eldridge
Paul Fern
Emily Bayliss
John Mattes
J P. Zahon
C. A. Pratt
Carl Barton
Dorothy Livesay
Lena Stewart
Don Boyer
T. E. White
Insulating Paint Improves Summer and Winter Home Comfort
The paint serves as an exterior seal against moisture, aiding warmth in winter and cooling in summer. Water conducts heat far more than air, so a dry wall offers better energy efficiency than a water-saturated one.
Puerto Rico: East Anchor of Greater Antilles
Puerto Rico stands as the eastern anchor of the Greater Antilles, a fertile Caribbean island about 100 miles by 35. It lies roughly 1,000 miles northeast of the Panama Canal, 1,000 miles southeast of Miami, and 500 miles east of Cuba, a strategic position for wartime air and naval defense.
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Puerto Rico
Greater Antilles
West Indies Islands
Caribbean Islands
Panama Canal
Miami
Cuba
Rolanda Knecht and Henry Jenn Wed in Whittemore
Rolanda Knecht of Whittemore Iowa wed Henry Jenn of Riverside in a Saturday morning ceremony at St Michael s Catholic church Whittemore The single ring rite was performed by Rev William Weit with Sister Mary Leo at the organ aiding the mass Others present Wings include Mrs Marion Hyink Mr and Mrs Reinald Solz and Vincent Wilson all of Whittemore related by blood sang during the mass The bride was given in marriage by her father Theodore Knecht and wore a powder blue wool suit with a cobalt or black cordet hat and sequin trimmed veil She also carried a strand of pearls and matching accessories
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Riverside
Rolanda Knecht
Whittemore
Iowa
Henry Jenn
St. Michael's Catholic Church
William Weit
Mary Leo
Marion Hyink
Reinald Solz
Vincent Wilson
Whittmore
Theodore Kneeht
Farewell Party for Mrs Westermark in Charles Brown Home
Mrs Wilson Perlman praised her sister Mrs Nels Westermark at a casual farewell gathering in the Charles Brown home. Westermark sails for San Diego, bridge at two tables. Prat wins high score, Cruise second, Lowen lowest. Out of town guests include Mrs Lowell Tedds of Denver and Mrs Walter Jensen of Des Moines. Refreshments served at one table. Jonquils and pink tapers decorate the table for St Valentine’s Day.
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Wilson Perlman
Nels B. Westermark
Charles Brown
Walter Jensen
Des Moines
Livingston Host Hosts Birthday Party for 12 Friends
Fob Livingston entertained twelve high school friends Saturday night at his home north of town. The group enjoyed a theater party then returned for music, dancing and refreshments. The host noted a birthday on Wednesday and received a birthday remembrance from guests.
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Fob Livingston
Livingston
Amd
Beatrice Kneeht Bride Of Joseph Knecht In Whittemore
The wedding featured bridesmaid Beatrice Kneeht of Saint Paul wearing a brown wool suit and yellow corsage. Best man Joseph Jean of Riverside had overseas service recently. Ushers Marion Hyink and Reinald Solz of Whittemore assisted at the ceremony. A reception for 38 guests followed at the Knecht home.
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Beatrice Kneeht
Saint Paul
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Jack Benny
Fred Allen
Dad
Father
Wolf’s Flower
Elwood Misel
Pacific Theater
Will Harwood
Don O. Ross
Silas Ross
W. J. Kritzman
Lorden
John Speidel
Durant
N. M. Speidel
Ruth
Willard Palmer
Jacksonville
Fla
R. B. Palmer
Robert Young
Susan
Oelwein
Mr. Young
Iowa Mater Company
McLellan
J.g
Stephen T. DeLa Mater
C. Dewey Davis
Wyman
DE. C
DeLa Mater
Naval Air Station
Opa Locka, Fla
Alexa Davis
Valentine
Reid Boyd
W. E. Howell
D. P. Livingston, Jr
Omaha
Nebr
Kansas City
Lincoln
Board of Directors
Advertising Club
Melvin B. Stones
Denver
Colp
Qoxden
Utah
Charles Cecil of
Payroll
Dutton
Navy Department
France
549Th Port. Co
Scottsboro
Kure
War Department
New York City
Bill
International
Nicola
Harmon
Rosemary Club
Mrs. Lloyd Marek
Independent Club
Sam Witting
Rural Woman's Club
Lester Luckenbill
Pansy Hill Club and Families
Charles Wilson
Gershwin Records
Oscar Levan
Philadelphia Symphony
Jesus Maria Sanrema
Boston ‘Pops" Orchestra
Paris
Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra of
New York
Porgy and Bess
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Spivak
Charlie
George Gershwin
Andre Kostelanetz Orchestra
Billy Butterfield
Gershwin
Dinah Shore
Sorden Music Co
East Side Square
Thomas Lee Fritz
Ray Fritz
Aldeen Grace Yoder
Orin Yoder
Parnell
John Kenneth Patterson
Alvin Shebeck
Jimmie Young
Farrel Young
Catharine Gean Morris
Hugh Morris
Mary Horak
South Highland
Albert Orcutt
Doyle Plecker
Caroline Joyce Peterson
Carl Peterson
Wpiletburg
Mrs. Owen
Tremett
McDaniel Weng
Mrs. Westermark
G Ev Studio
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