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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1937

Page

3

Miss Elda White Weds Carl Herr

Miss Ila Grace White daughter of Mr and Mrs Ernest J White of Richland married Carl C Herr son of Mr and Mrs James Herr of Wellman. The ceremony in the William Penn College faculty parlor Okaloosa was read by Dr Edwin McGrew with relatives present. The couple will live on a Wellman area farm after a wedding dinner at Oskaloosa cafe.

Ila Grace White Ernest J. ‘White Richland Carl C. Herr James Herr Wellman William Penn College Okaloosa Edwin McGrew Glen C. Gordon West Chester Oskaloosa Cafe Herr Webster Penn College Heights School Washington Ximross

Kolah Club Plans Fourth of July Picnic

Fourteen members and guests met at Mrs. Charles Palmer’s home for a Kolah club gathering. Attendees included Mrs. Elmer Cherry Mrs. Helen Jackson Maxine Jackson and Mrs. Harold Fulton. They planned a Fourth of July picnic for Monday evening in Sunset Park and enjoyed a program and refreshments served by the hostess and her daughters Mrs. Fulton and Miss Winfred Palmer.

Kolah Club Charles Palmer Elmer Cherry Helen Jackson Maxine Jackson Harold Fulton Fulton Winfred Palmer Ames

Melba McAvoy Pre-Nuptial Party Held Last Night

Mrs. Dorothy Schinoeller and Migg Hannah Luithly hosted a theater party and shower for Miss Melba McAvoy. Her wedding to Marvin Buckwalter of Almgra Mo is set for July 4. Twelve guests attended, gifts presented, and decorations featured pink and white with dove-themed refreshments.

Melba McAvoy Dorothy Schinoeller Migg Hannah Luithly Marvin Buckwalter Almgra, Mo State Theater Gilits Wer Miss McAvoy

A.M.E. Women’s Missionary Holds Afternoon Meeting

The Women’s Missionary Society of Shorter Chapel A.M.E. held its season opening gathering yesterday at Mrs Eva Turner’s home. Mrs Emma Black led devotionals, Miss Josephine Turner conducted a Bible study, and plans for a summer social were discussed. The next meeting is set for July 22 at Mrs Emma Black’s home.

Womens Missionarys Eva Turner Emma Black Josephine Turner Uttire Emma_ Black

Keota Cultural Groups Hold Meetings at Local Homes

Keota clubs meet at Mrs. Cady and Mrs. Grisham homes for summer activities. The Culture Club discussed tree topics and plans to move the public library to downtown facilities within two weeks after sponsoring the library for fifteen years. Others host gatherings include a 500 game and a picnic honoring visitors from California and Washington. Seydel family reunion attracts relatives from Indiana and South Dakota, with Paul Seydel teaching in Hayti and Giddings at DePauw University.

Charles Grisham T. C B. J. Byrne Clarence Aller Frank Flander John Flander Pond Blanche Holmes Wilson Park Claude Pond California Junkin Washington Bertha Alender Keota Seydel H. E. Seydel Glen Giddings Giddings Greencastle Indiana Paul Seydel Hayti South Dakota DePauw University

Newlyweds Honored at Family Dinner

Mr and Mrs James Chalupa hosted relatives at their home on Sunday in honor of their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Ilenn Chalupa who wed last week. A three layer cake with a miniature bridal couple, baked by the groom’s sisters Winnie Chalupa and Mrs John L Schneider, served as centerpiece for twenty three guests.

James Chalupa Ilenn Chalupa Winnie Chalupa John L. Schneider

Mrs Jessie Kistler Birthday Luncheon Guest of Honor

Ms Jessie Kistler a preschool cook at the community building was honored at a birthday luncheon Tuesday evening at the building in Columbus Junction. Mrs Lewis Tisor hosted a reception at the Tisor home for Mrs Charles Billings who will move to another part of town. Former Columbus teachers Eda Trickey and Cyde Seamer Price married June 24 in Lenox Massachusetts.

Columbus Junction Jessie Kistler Tisor Lewis Tisor Charles Billings Eda Trickey Columbus Cyde Seamer Price Lenox Mass

Mrs Boyd Humble Hosts O G T Bridge Gathering

Mrs Boyd Humble entertained the O G T club with two bridge games at her home. Prizes went to Mrs Dale Denison and Mrs Rudrey Devis after noon play. A guest, Wanda Bowden, joined the group and refreshments were served.

Dale Denison Rudrey Devis Boyd Humble

Missionary Group Studies Chapter At Meeting

United Presbyterian Young Women's Missionary society met yesterday afternoon at Mrs Don McLaughlins home to review a chapter in the study book. Devotions were led by Mrs Richard Stewart. Hostess served refreshments to eleven members and one guest, Miss Ruth Conger.

Neill Trotman Ralph Kleese United Presbyterian Young Women's Missionary Society Don McLaughlin Richard Stewart Ruth Conger

H H Club to Celebrate Fourth in Park

H H club members plan a Fourth of July celebration in the club park this Sunday. The event details include a community gathering with traditional activities and sharing of local refreshments.

H. H. Club

Social calendar items listed for week events

Notices for this calendar include Rebekah regular meeting Friday 10 a m W R C meeting Saturday 2 30 p m G A R hall and a Pansy Hill club picnic Monday evening at Sam Sigafoose race All former embroidery club members invited E O W club Fourth of July event 6 30 p m at Robert Dawson home 1114 East Main street and Tuesday friendly social club afternoon gathering plus E O W club meeting 7 p m and Mrs Amos Norton listed.

Rebekah Oo. O. F. Hall Perimetiee G. A. R. Hall Pansy Hill Club Sam Sigafoose Mmembers Old Embroidery Club Robert Dawson East Main Street

Birthday Wishes for Combs of Franklin Center

The note celebrates Combs of Franklin Center as today’s sole birthday celebrator and extends wishes for many happy returns.

Combs Franklin Center

Harmony Club Bids Farewell to Mrs.Spielman

Harmony Club hosts a farewell party for Mrs. Raymond Spielman at Cora Pringle's home as the Spielman family prepares to move to Fairfield where Mr. Spielman has work. Krony Krew hosts friends at Victor Stacy home in Wayland with a long guest list including Mrs. Horton Wise Day Woodford and others.

Brighton Harmony Club Raymond Spielman Cora Pringle Spielman Fairfield Krony Krew Victor Stacy Wayland Jeannette Horton Marjorie Wise Frieda Day Mildred Woodford Phyllis Woodford Vera Horton Esther Buzzard Dorothy McCreedy Marian Coffin Marjorie Beauchamp Anna Johnson Edith Stacy Neva Campbell Oral Koch Mia Hazel Hays Winona Luckenbill Rhua Davison Ethel Landess

Guests Gather at St Pauls Ladies Aid Meeting

St Pauls Evangelical Ladies Aid society met in the church with thirteen members and several guests from Muscatine Rock Island Greensburg and local towns. Rev W Klein opened with scripture and prayer as the group worked on a quilt and enjoyed a social hour followed by refreshments.

St. Paul's Evangelical Ladies Aid Society Adolph Berg Karl Bidwell Muscatine da DePrez Rock Island William Huber Greensburg Ind Hareold Wilson Prances Louise Witthoft W. Klein Klein Henry Witthoft George Miller

Amateur Program at Friendly Circle Meeting

Members of the Friendly Circle club held an amateur contest at Mrs. Frank Kleese's home. Mrs. Charles Schiebel acted as Major Bowes. acts included vocal and piano pieces, readings, harmonica, tap dancing, and comedy. Comedy prize went to Mrs. David Kleese and Mrs. Isaac Kleese. About twenty members attended with several guests. Refreshments followed. next meeting August 5 at Mrs. Isaac Kleese's home with roll call of Bible verses.

Friendly Circle Club Frank Kleese Charles Schiebel Major Bowes David Kleese Isaac Kleese Lee Tedford Marjorie Gale Reif Eldin Bauer Lloyd Bauer Walter Kleese Harry Kleese

Edna Orr Becomes Bride of Merle Lytle

Miss Edna Orr and Merle Lytle married Monday evening in St. Louis at South Baptist church with Rev. George Jarren officiating. The couple, who plan to continue work at the American Pearl Button company, were later honored at a dinner at the Mounds Country club.

West Main Street Merle Lytle St. Louis Washington South Baptist Church George Jarren Edna Orr Luther Lytle

Missionary Tea Honors Mrs. Emma Millson in Crawfordsville

A Women’s Missionary society tea in the United Presbyterian church drew 126 guests including visitors from Washington, Iowa City, Wyand, and other towns. The event featured piano and vocal solos, original monologues by Miss Emma Watkins, and social refreshments with pink and white decor.

Crawfordsville Women's Missionary Society of The United Presbyterian Church Maude Flo Clark Loisen Alice Davidson Jessie Fletcher Mary Manners Emma Millson Gujranwala India Grace Williams Missionary Societies Presbyterian Methodist Salem Million Circle Washington Iowa City Wyman Mary Ethel White W. P. Davidson Missionary Society Margaret Gault Mary Louise Barnes Mary Louise Ruth Barnes T. R. Reece Federated Clubs of Iowa Emma Watkins Crade University of Iowa Frank Maxwell Harvey Barnes Cuesta Reece Miss Watkins Geo. Maxwell Will Mayhew M. «. PeLong Howard Crozier Mvm. PD. Work Lester PD. J. Ross Isadore Rogie Gladva Paislew Grace Smith Chanter L Saunders Park Louise Cochran Hessel Fine Timber Rauscher Emma Lou Bullers Mervyn G. Jones Williamsburg Emma Lou Our High School

Dinner Courtesy for Relatives at O Schmitter Home

Mr and Mrs W Schmitter entertained relatives and friends at a 7 o clock dinner in their home. The event honored Mr and Mrs E Johnson and three daughters of Cheyenne Wyoming and Mrs K FE Robison and two children of Pueblo Colorado. Other guests included Harvey and Lucille Jones Morgan and family P B Johnson Lylburn O B Morgan Billie Charles Eugene Morgan Craig and Larry.

AARIO W. Schmitter Cheyenne Wyoming K. FE. Robison Pueblo Colorado Harvey Jones Lucille FE. Morgan P. B Johnson and Lylburn O. B. Morgan Billie Charles Eugene Morgan Craig Larry

Bees Communicate Yet Remain Deaf to Human Speech

A note explains bees relay information among workers with a complex signaling system while individuals do not hear human speech. Researchers describe waggle dances and pheromone cues as primary communication methods.

Vacation Bible School and Sunday Services at Chautauqua Park

The United Presbyterian and Lutheran churches sponsor Sunday services at Chautauqua Park with a noon picnic invitation. Vacation Bible School runs July 6 to Friday with 9 AM to 12 PM sessions, no Monday session, and a chapel picnic. Additional groups Walther League and Ladies Aid meet at specified times and locations with Pastor Theodore C. Meibohm leading.

Chautauqua Park Washington Wellman Walther League South Iowa Avenue Ladies Aid Leo Press East Main St Theodore C. Meibohm

Christian Science Sunday Services on South Iowa Avenue

Christian Science Services will be held at 11 o'clock Sunday morning on South Iowa Avenue. The Lesson Sermon titled God will be the subject in all churches of Christ, Scientist on Sunday July 4. The Golden Text reads Jude 1 25 praising the only wise God. The readings include Bible verses and excerpts from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy.

Christian Science South Iowa Avenue Churches of Christ Scientist Mary Baker Eddy God

Presbyterian Bible School and Worship Services Schedule

Ver non Witting, superintendent, leads a morning service on Christian progress and an evening program with school exercises. Morning organ pieces and solos by Daryl Fetters, J. Hughes, D. Pear son, D. Conard. evening selections include The Star Spangled Banner, Come Unto Him, and Ave Maria. Buck and Mrs Henry Shields perform, with F W Eastwood as minister.

Bible School Vernon Witting Christianity and Progress J. Hughes K. Carris D. Pearson D. Conard

Church Fourth of July Service Promises Patriotism Worship

Jesse R. Busby superintendent invites all to morning worship at 10 46 with a sermon on The Redemptive Power of Religious Patriotism. Morning music includes organ preludes and patriotic selections. Nursery for young children provided. Nepworth League and evening service planned. Arthur Atack leads as minister with Vere Lewis Warren directing music.

Jesse R. Busby Nepworth League Meeting Orean America Axma Nini Orien Offertorv Lorch Lantenaie Anthoers “Measiah Na- Solo Jesus F. D. Morrison, Jr Land of Hope and Glory Elgar Arthur Atack Vere Lewis Warren Edna M. Klein

Communion Observed During Morning Service at Church

Sunday schedule lists 9:39 achnor and 10:45 Morning worship with Rev M C L Carstensen preaching both services. Communion observed at the morning service. Pulpit Committee to present an important report. Evening service at 7:20. Wilma Thomson, Pres. A good attendance is desired.

Achnor Cycae Long M CL Carstensen Wilma Thomson

Church Worship Services Invite for Next Lord's Day

The Church of Christ invites participation in services next Lord's Day. Bible school at 6:45, worship at 6:45, Christian Endeavor at 6:20, and evening worship at 7:20 led by Pastor Vernon H. Carter with Miss Nita Corbin as organist. Superintendent CA Nicholson.

Christian Endeavor Nicholson

Trinity Lutheran Luther Day Chautauqua Park Program

At Chautauqua Park Trinity Lutheran hosts two July 4 services. A 10 30 am sermon by Pastor Methohm follows the Luther Day event. A 3 30 pm sermon by Rev Wm Krueger of Wellman completes the day.

Trinity Lutheran Chautauqua Park Methohm Wm. Krueger Wellman

Sunday Worship and Church Schedule

Sunday school at 9 45 a m worship at 11 am sermon by pastor A C Eb league gathering at 5 30 pm all are welcome to attend service W M Berry minister

A. C. EB. League

United Presbyterian Concert Program

Morning talk by Dr C A Owen on Gods Examin ation and evening on Christian Bricklaying with organ preludes and anthems by Wilma Walker Ruth Stewart and Cesar Franck led by Ruth Stewart and Carolyn Hamilton. Organist Helen Harvey and director Sheppard present a varied program including Anthem O How Amiable and America Triumphant.

United Presbyterian C. A. Owen America Cis Wentsedeb Caine Offertoire Stoughton Austin Dunn

Auction Block illustrated sermon to be preached

The Evangelist Hall offers an illustrated sermon titled The Auction Block at 7 36 P M with Mrs Hall preaching Eat Drink and Be Merry at 6 30 P M The schedule also lists Sunday school at 30 A M and morning worship with communion at 10 45 A M Crusaders meet at 6 30 P M and evangelist Hall promises a memorable night.

Foursanare Gospel Crusaders Evangelist Hall

Country Churches at Wensworth U P Plan Day of Worship

The Wensworth United Presbyterian Church hosts a Bible school at 10 A M and worship at 11 A M with a sermon on The Triple Life. Y P C U meets at 7 P M with How a Christian Shows His Patriotism led by Ronald Keiper. The Glad Hand and Missionary societies visit the W M S with Mrs. Hugh McCleery of Washington speaking on her trip abroad and the American mission field in Egypt. Light refreshments follow. twenty six attend.

Bible School Ronald Keiper Jesus the Glad Hand and Missionary Societies Hugh McCleery Washington Egypt Fred Sharpe

Prairie Flower Baptist July 4 Services

Regular July 4 schedule includes Bible school at 10 am and morning worship at 11 am followed by the Lord's supper. Pastor C. E. Strong invites all to worship on this Lord's day at Prairie Flower Baptist Church.

Prairie Flower Baptist Prairie Flower C. E. Strong

Bethel Presbyterian Greeting for July Service

Bethel Presbyterian invites worship on July 11 after postponing Communion Sabbath. Bible school begins at 9 30 and worship at 10 30 with pastor W H Parker welcoming attendees. The note highlights the church's pleasant surroundings and a hopeful profitable month ahead.

Crawfordsville Churches Schedule Meetings and Services

The Crawfordsville churches plan a session in the church parlors Saturday at 7 30 to examine new members, Sunday school at 10, preaching and communion at 11, and an 6 30 Christian Endeavor meeting led by Newell Chapman. Alma Johnston mentioned in event listings.

Alma Johnston Frupt Christian Endeavor Newell Chapman

Sabbath School and Worship Service Schedule

At 10 a.m. Sabbath school led by Mrs. Ida Wooley as superintendent. At 11 a.m. Morning worship services follow.

Ida Wooley

Patrio tism Sermons At United Presbyterian Service

The Rev. B. Hutchman of Clearfield Iowa will preach at 6 30 p m in Y P C G VII on How a Christian Shows His Patr iotism Lorene Taylor will report on the youth conference at Boone A union service follows with Rev Hutchman preaching the sermon at 11 a m Epworth League president Forrest McNeill leads 6 30 p m worship United Presbyterian church hosts mid week First Presbyterian church 7 30 p m service

B. Hutchman Clearfield Lorene Taylor Boone Union Hutchman A. m. Epworth League Forrest McNeill Uniting United Presbyterian Church First Presbyterian Church

Church services schedule with morning sermon details

Church school at 10 am led by J. W. Rich as superintendent. Morning worship follows with a sermon by the pastor.

Hi Ho warns envy as success draws foes

Hi Ho, the sage of Chinatown, expresses desire to be envied but notes envy can breed hatred and predicts that success may attract more foes than friends. The quote frames a caution about public admiration turning hostile.

Hi Ho Chinatown

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