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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1948
Page
2
Dorothy Putman leaves this morning for Chicago to visit over the weekend with Gwendolyn Kamseryer who is employed there this summer.
Belgium city Louvain boasts a 509 year old town hall noted for its Gothic architecture. The current town hall is the city's first, reflecting a long political and economic history before the monument's erection.
A community update mentions H and M Lunch and Grocery serving a cool supper salad plate. Several local residents visit relatives, travel plans, and hospital stays are noted. People named include Bob Sorrell and family, Ed Sorrell, Liane Sorrell, Patty, and Mrs. George Dempsey in Davenport hospital care. State Cafe and Sim's Grocery are also referenced with hours and locations.
A 19th century U S agent in California used strategic marriages to Indian chiefs to ease tensions. He married daughters of several leaders, aiming to pacify tribes and stabilize relations during frontier administration.
A silent cardboard popcorn package raises sales by 20 percent in Pacific coast theaters, Pathfind er reports. The quiet packaging appeals to patrons avoiding distracting crackles and draws new buyers despite wary neighbors.
Mrs. Gwen Warnock reminds Trail Riders of a ride scheduled for Sunday at Mt. Pleasant. Participants leaving Miller Stables at 10 a.m. may truck horses to Mt. Pleasant by contacting Clarence Phillips or Hilton Durst.
The office xgirls of the Iowa Southern Utilities Co held a Thursday evening picnic at Sunset Park. Attendees included Helen Fulton Hazel Moore Anne Borman Joan Custer Lillie Dutweiller Helen Whiteanack Oriena Augustine Jean Jones Abigail Perez Hattie Frey Vera Wolfe and Alice Finke. Bila Link could not attend.
Mr and Mrs Pauli Kyie of Avoca Iowa welcomed a baby boy born yesterday at 3 00 p m in Jennie Edmonson hospital Council Bluffs.
Gamma Psi Chapter held a casual potluck luncheon at Ed Sorrell cabin. Discussions covered highlights from the Kansas City convention attended by Mrs William Sitler and Mrs Sorrell. The afternoon remained informal.
The Braden club gathered Thursday evening at Mr and Mrs Earnest Jones home near Crawfordsville for an ice cream supper. An abundance of homemade ice cream and cake was served and guests enjoyed social time.
Forty couples enjoyed the first in a series at the country club with Jimmy Davenis' band. Dates for the rest include July 27 August 10 hard time dates in September or October 12 with a semi formal and committee members KK M. Whitehead and Nels B. Westermark.
The Southwest sees the largest growth in chemicals with abundant natural resources. Oil, natural gas, salt and sulphur rival agriculture as the region accounts for 64 percent of the nation's oil production, with tideland exploitation and rising demand driving ongoing expansion across related industries.
Yesterday admissions include Mrs June Barger and Larry Bell with a list of newborns and new arrivals. Today saw Gary Leets and Mr and Mrs Stan ley Zager with a birth at 2 35 pm. Dismissals include Mrs Charlies Rose and son Riverside and couples Mrs Everette Roth Wayland and Mrs EE Voss Brighton.
The Prairie Flower missionary society met Thursday evening with 12 members present. Guests included Mrs Clint Anderson Donna Cave Doris Benson and six children. Mrs Newt Benson and Mrs Paul Benson co hosted. Mrs Glen Fuhr acted as secretary in the absence of other officers. Deotions led by Mrs Rutland Benson focused on Joy and Happiness with Christ as source. Bible study on Salvation led by Mrs Orva Scott. Seasonal refreshments were served by the hostesses.
Delegates at the YWCA conference near Grinnell toured the Maytag dairy farm in Newton and the Maytag manufacturing plant. They observed clean barns, Holstein cattle, and large bulls, with farm leaders attracting buyers worldwide. The group split tours, sampled blue cheese, boxed lunches at Maytag Park, and rode assembly lines producing washing machines and other appliances.
The Wayland Legion Auxiliary July meeting at the new Legion hall drew twenty seven members and guests. Five new junior and senior members were initiated and officers were installed by Mrs Justine Piper of New London. Bonnie Eider spoke after being sent to Hawkeye Girls State by the unit. The group adjourned to Wayland cafe for refreshments.
Mr. and Mrs. Willi Wenger of Wayland hosted a family dinner Sunday for the silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Orval Cloud of Burlington. Guests included Betty Cloud, Carl Peterson, Janet Rae, Will Richard, William Petratz, Ned Kovar, Willis Joe, and Lawrence Howland, with a set of silver teaspoons presented to the honorees.
The Walnut Women's club met yesterday afternoon with Mrs. Giep Miller. Sixteen members attended along with nine children and three guests: Mrs. Clifford Pohren, Mabel Johnson and Mrs. Ed Miller. Refreshments were served by the hostess assisted by several members.
The D A P club met Tuesday with seven members and five children present. Guests included Mrs Earl White with Connie Davenport, and Mrs Howard Pearson with Margaret and Edith Pfeiffer. No officers attended. the afternoon was social. Refreshments were served by the hostess and two assistants. The next meeting is scheduled for two weeks with Mrs George Cannott.
Tuesday Ann Judson Circle meets at 6 30 p m for cooperative dinner at Sunset Park. Past Noble Grand Circle at 8 p m hosted by Mrs Milo Steele. White Way Club meeting postponed until July 20 by Mrs Ed Rich. Wednesday Good Will club convenes at 2 pm hosted by Mrs Earl Simpson.
Birthday wishes go to Mrs Francis Skipton of Galesburg ill Agnes Wheelan Sam Wittmer Vern Escher Harold Wehr Robert McLaughlin J B D Martin Glenn Robertson Batavia and his two nieces Charlotte Ann Jackson Elgin ill and Roberta Ann Robertson near town Both observe birthdays with treats given by Harold Wehr to Washington Evening Journal staff on his birthday.
Mar Virginia spoke on salad making principles while Lucille Gault demonstrated salads. Plans for a picnic at the next meeting were made. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
Lucille Gault hosted Clover Leaf 4-H club gathering on Monday evening July 5 with eleven members present. Phyllis Mitchell president led the business session as members answered roll call with health exam reasons. Dorothy Schaeffer and Mary Virginia Twinam reported on their 4-H camp trip to Camp Eastman Illinois.
The U Go club gathered at Mrs. Val Fuhr’s home yesterday afternoon. Pinochle was played at three tables with three visitors Mrs. Gus Keinert Mrs. S W Easter and Mrs Bob Garrett attending. High score earned by Mrs Garrett and low by Mrs Emma Campbell.
The account describes a quiet evening with a 7:30 vesper service followed by discussion and a farmer industrial relations film. The writer notes it as the end of a “perfect day” despite the weariness and lack of singing.
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