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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1966
Page
3
Nutrition specialist Mary Macomber debunks a Midwest fad diet that promises a pound loss per day. The plan demands high fat meals and unlimited meat with fruit out of season, lacks caloric totals, and costs much for little real nutrition, warning readers against daily excess and danger.
A French physician uses small stainless steel springs implanted in the upper eyelid to lift droopy lids, claiming better results than earlier lead weights. Dr. Daniel Morel Fatio has performed 78 procedures in seven years. Eyelid surgery factors include muscle weakness and paralyzed control, with reported improvements over prior methods.
Lisa Chalupa celebrated her seventh birthday with a surprise luncheon Tuesday. Ten friends joined games and present openings before a barbequed chicken dinner. Attendees included Susan Swift Randi Allen Debbie Todd Nancy Rich Julie Pilcher Kim Farrier Jeff Tyer Joanie Swift Tracy Brown Debbie Chalupa and Linda Baker Cedar Rapids. Lisa is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl Chalupa of Washington.
A list records individuals and their associated vehicle brands including Chevrolet Ford Buick and travel trailers. Names include Richard Humston Raymond Humston James McQuaid Sr Clarence Zieglowsky Paul Evans John Lowe Dr J Droz Jane Hooley Mace Motor Co and Thermogas Co with multiple brands noted such as Chevrolet Ford and Buick.
July meeting of the local Hairdressers and Cosmetologists Association hosted by Mrs. Frank Lukaysky featured Norm Sausbee and Gene Harkness from Burlington. Officers to remain the same. 15 members and a guest attended. refreshments served. Nine Just Us Club members joined a Sun Set Park picnic with six visitors. summer recess planned until September 14. The White Way Club met at Mrs. Edwin Peiffer home with nine members and a guest. salad theme noted. next meeting scheduled August 2 at Mrs. Dick Stewart.
Mrs Herman Bruegge is a patient at Washington County Hospital in room 107, awaiting further medical attention.
Jim McQuaid chaired his first Washington Rotary meeting introducing Richard L. Evans as president elect of Rotary International by tape. Alan Bergstrom acted as program chairman and brought Dr. George Chambers of the University of Iowa to urge local citizens to engage more in public education with practical steps.
Elizabeth Hughes dies at 8 p.m. Wednesday after a long illness. She had long resided at the U.P. Home. The notice lists frequent visits by friends and relatives, including Dr. and Mrs. Kerr and Joe, and mentions local family gatherings and church ties.
Hospital records list yesterday admission of Mrs John Goff from Ainsworth and today admission of Lee Ameridith from Washington. Births yesterday include a daughter to Mr and Mrs David Offill of Columbus Junction and today a daughter to Mr and Mrs Jonas Miller of Kalona. Dismissal today for Miss Eloise Everett of Washington.
Engaged couple Karolyn Jo Greeson of Richland and Mike White of Limby announce their engagement. Both graduates of Pekin Community High School. Miss Greeson works as a nurse's aide in Ottumwa Hospital and plans to enroll in the University School of Practical Nursing in September. White works at Ideal Manufacturing in Oskaloosa and will be a sophomore at William Penn College this fall. No wedding date set.
Joe Eagle, son of Mr and Mrs Clem Eagle, celebrated his sixth birthday Thursday with a party at his parents home. Contests and games preceded gift opening. Hats favors and balloons added to the festive atmosphere. Pictures were taken during the afternoon. Those present included Rusty Woods John Cady Matt Nemmers Matt Reschly David Redhair and Joe's sisters Mary Susan and Paulette.
The Starliners 4 H Club outlined plans for their July Achievement Show and a wiener roast at Sunset Park during the meeting. Ann Bergstrom led the 4 H pledge and a demonstration titled Making a Fresh Fruit Salad was presented by Ann Bergstrom. Committees for set up cookies punch ribbons and clean up were named with multiple club members assigned to each task.
All notices for this column must be in by 10 a m on the day of first publication and printed three days in advance. Friday Twilight League and Men's Stag at 8 p m at the Country Club, reservations by Thursday noon. Brighton CES at 8 p m at the Masonic Temple. Sunday Nira Reunion at noon with basket dinner in Sunset Park, Antioch Social Club at 7 p m with ice cream supper at West Chester School grounds. White Shrine Breakfast at 7 30 a m and 11 a m Izaak Walton League clubhouse. Transport by calling Mrs Kenneth Peters or Mrs Ralph Greenlee. Walter Smith S S Class potluck at noon in Fellowship Hall, Methodist Church. Monday Jaycee Ettes at 7 30 p m note change of time and date Lawn party dress casually. Wash-away Tops Club at 8 p m YWCA rooms. Saddle Club at 7 30 p m ride at Hank Brennemans bring dessert in case of rain meet at Sunset Park. Tuesday Baptist Het tie Lake Circle at 6 30 p m picnic at Sunset Park paper plates and cups furnished bring silverware. American Legion Auxiliary at 6 30 p m potluck in Legion rooms drink furnished bring sewing needs for finishing quilts. Y Wives at 9 30 a m summer coffee with Mrs Norman Jensen call cohostesses for reservations.
Final rites for Fred J. Havel were held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Jones Funeral Home with Rev. W. F. Boeckmann presiding. Pallbearers named Zeno Knebel Henry Wieland Ralph Klein John Veggy Walter Horn Vincent Sojka. Burial followed in Riverside cemetery.
Faith Baptist Church holds Sunday School at 7 30 Web and Worship at 10 45 with 7 00 Evening Service Bible Study at the Washington Fairgrounds. The church proclaims living to the glory of God and serving others as a faithful steward, under the Baptist General Conference.
The Senior High Methodist Youth Fellowship shifts to Wednesday evenings at 6 30 starting July 13. All new sophomores are urged to attend this first meeting on the new schedule.
A dense directory page lists LOUIS J. KEHOE attorney and firms such as LIVINGSTON DAY MEEK ER & BATES, MORRISON MORRISON AND LLOYD, JOHN C OWEN, STEWART SHEARER, and others. Also included are DR M L TWEETON chiropractor and DR P L ETTER osteopathic physician. Contact numbers and street addresses appear for each entry.
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