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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1950

Page

3

Engagements announced for Hilda Mae Boulton and Josephine Ann Owens

Columbus Junction couples announce forthcoming weddings. Hilda Mae Boulton will marry George C. Taylor at Louisa Center Community church on July 14. Josephine Ann Owens will wed William C. Simkins at Cotter Presbyterian church on August 12.

Columbus Junction George C. Boulton Hilda Mae George C. T Taylor Louisa Center LeRoy Owens Josephine Ann William C. Simkins Everette Simkins Davenport Cotter Presbyterian Church

Mary Dunsmore and Paul J Rings Wed at Home Ceremony

Mary Louise Dunsmore of Columbus Junction married Paul J Rings of Farmington in a home June 28 ceremony. Rev Fay Marriott officiated as attendants George Watson and a sister of the groom. The couple will reside in Farmington after a reception for relatives and friends following a Canada trip.

Columbus Junction Mary Louise Dunsmore Harold KE. Dunsmore Paul J. Rings Arthur Rings Farmington Fay Marriot George Watson Rings

Couple Wed In Cedar Rapids Double Ring Service

Joyce Gentzler of Columbus Junction and Harold W. Neilson of Davenport were married July 1 at the First Presbyterian church in Cedar Rapids. Dr. Theodore Lilley officiated the double ring ceremony with attendants Farrel Gentzler of Columbus Junction. Mrs. Neilson is a Columbus Junction High School graduate who attended Coe College. The couple will reside in Davenport after a wedding trip.

Columbus Junction Joyce Gentzler FE. C. Gentzler Harold W. Neilson

White Cloud Club Meets at Hedger Home

The White Cloud club gathered Wednesday afternoon July 5 at Mrs. Lawrence Hedger's home in Crawfordsville with 16 members and two guests present. President Mrs. Dunscal Hamilton led the business session as members answered roll call with “slick tricks.” A family picnic is set for August 1 at Saunders Park in Mt. Pleasant.

Crawfordsville White Cloud Club Lawrence Hedger Homer Davis Dunscal Hamilton Saunders Park Mt. Pleasant

Thomas announce daughter Jove Ann wed to McCullough

Mr and Mrs Harlan Thomas announce the marriage of their daughter Jove Ann to Gaylord A. McCullough son of Mr and Mrs Harold McCullough of Conesville. The wedding was held at the Methodist church in Cuba City Wisconsin on May 17.

Columbus Junction Harlan Thomas Jove Ann Gaylord A. McCullough Harold McCullough Conesville Cuba City Wis

Miscellaneous Shower For Bride-to-be In Columbus Junction

Mrs. J J Outhamp Mrs Pearl Boulton and Mrs Dean McCulley hosted a miscellaneous shower on July 5 for Hilda May Boulton. Miss Boulton is set to marry George O Taylor on July 14.

Columbus Junction J. J. Outhamp Pearl Boulton Dean McCulley Hilda Ma. Boulton Boulton George O. Taylor

Entertain Sunday Dinner Honoring Birmingham Guest

Mr and Mrs Lee Hesseltine hosted a Sunday dinner honoring Nita Corbin of Birmingham Alabama visiting friends and relatives. Guests included Mr and Mrs Don Darbyshire of West Chester Mr and Mrs Bob Darbyshire and children of Wellston and Mr and Mrs Wayne Knupp and one child.

Lee Hesseltine Nita Corbin Birmingham Ala Don Darbyshire West Chester Bob Darbyshire Wellston Wayne Knupp

Social calendar rundown for Missionary society and clubs

The Tuesday lineup shows meetings and events across local groups, including the Missionary society picnic at 6:30 with meat and ice cream, the Past Noble Grand circle at 7:50 with dessert and officer installation, and a potluck family dinner at the Country club. Also listed are YW hikes, Ann Judson and Baptist church activities, and multiple Wednesday through Thursday gatherings at churches, clubs, and community centers with rain plans and meal details.

Carol Brewer Ann Judson Baptist Church Mather School Catholic Daughters of America St. James Sunset Park Grace Hill Ladies Aid West Chester Wscs Just Us Club W. R. Gross Ladies Golf Association Orning Wiele Country Club Sunshine Community Club Will Richards Harmony Club

Cooperative Picnic Held by Good Will Club

The Good Will Club held a cooperative picnic on Sunday July 9 at the Charles Harvey home. Twenty two members attended. After dinner the group spent time socializing and playing games. They later enjoyed supper before returning home.

Good Will Club Charles Harvey

Walnut Women’s Club Ice Cream Supper at Sunset Park

A Walnut Women’s Club ice cream supper was held at Sunset Park Thursday evening. The hosting committee included Mr and Mrs Fred Longer Mr and Mrs Charles McKay and Mr and Mrs Harlan Neuhart. Mrs Everette Lewis will host the club on July 13.

Rebekah Club Odd Fellows Home Columbus C. Hall West Chester WRC Clement Griffith Pleasant Hill Ladies Aid Church Walnut Walnut Women’s Club Walnut Women's Club Sunset Park Fred Longer Charles McKay Harlan Neuhart Everette Lewis

Entertaining Prospective Brides with Strawberry Desserts

Prepare inviting luncheons for June brides with dainty foods and fresh desserts. Serve Strawberry Angel Pie or Strawberry Velvet Pie, featuring meringue shells and strawberry fillings, plus light beverages, nuts, and mints for a graceful gathering.

Lynn Chambers Menu: Chicken Noodles Casserole and Desserts

The menu features a chicken and noodles casserole with olives and lemon, a strawberry angel pie, and a strawberry meringue roll. Recipes include making custards, folding whipped cream with berries, and baking cake roll components. Also included are kitchen tips about meal planning and efficiency for busy cooks.

Strawberry Angel Pie Advice for Entertaining and Planning

Lynn SAYS advocates avoiding kitchen slavery through smart planning. A Strawberry Angel Pie recipe uses mer ingue and strawberry filling as a centerpiece for entertaining brides and guests. The column also suggests keeping other courses simple, with one-dish prep and easy desserts.

Lynn

Two Kitchen Home Sparks Rooftop Cooking Trend

A single story house features two kitchens one on the main floor and a rooftop observation porch kitchen for warm weather meals. The rooftop setup targets casual light cooking and outdoor living.

Honor Visitors With Miscellaneous Shower

In Lone Beach California Mr and Mrs Lewis cot were honored at a misc shower Friday evening at the W H McConnell Jr home Hostesses Ruth Dupuis and the McConnell couple Canasta was played with Lewis Scott and les Stewart Bell as high scorers Low score honors went to Mr and Mrs Francis McConnell

Lewis Lone Beach Calif W. H. McConnell Jr Ruth Dupuis Mrs. McConnell Jr Lewis Scott Les. Stewart Bell Francis McConnell

Potluck Dinner at W H McConnell Home

Saturday a potluck dinner was hosted at the W H McConnell Sr home in honor of Mr and Mrs Lewis Scott of Long Beach California. Attendees included James Cassidy family Edna Dowell Iowa City R M Whiteman Sr Little York Illinois R M Whiteman Jr Downers Grove Illinois Charles McConnell family W H McConnell Jr Francis McConnell family and R F Hamil and Lester.

W. c. McConnell Sr Lewis Scott Long Beach Calif James Cassidy Edna Dowell Iowa City R. M. Whiteman Sr Little York R. M. Whiteman Jr Downers Grove Ill Charles McConnell W. H. Mc Connell Jr Francis McConnell R. F. Hamil Lester

Budd Production Cut Off By UAW Walkout

Eight thousand Budd employees halted operations at the Philadelphia plant cutting off auto body parts for Ford General Motors Studebaker Nash International Harvester and Kaiser-Frazier. The UAW Local 13 walkout followed a vote approving the strike to press for higher wages and a union shop. Budd offered a five cent hourly raise and said negotiations could resume at any time.

Philadelphia Budd Company United Auto Workers (Co Ford General Motors Studebaker Nash International Harvester Kaiser-Frazier

Alabama Police Chief Targets Communists in Birmingham Drive

Police Commissioner Hugo Connor launches anti Red campaign in Birmingham steel area. He orders detectives to file vagrancy and identity charges against suspected activists including Sam J. Hall and Paul Phominass to senbloom, released on bond, as authorities vow to stamp out Communists.

Birmingham Ala Hugo (Bull) Connor Cotes Connor Sam J. Hall Paul ‘Phominas Monner Rose Bloom Rose Mito

Two Men Jailed as Police Check Charges

Police report auto theft kidnapping and robbery links unfold as Jimmy Eaton of Des Moines serves 30 days for reckless driving and leaving the scene. Gather Willis of Liberty Texas receives 15 days for vagrancy after police probe Billy Thompson’s claim of a tavern assault and forced car ride ending in a crash north of town.

Des. Moines Polk County Jimmy Eaton Des Moines Wits Gather Willis Liberty Terxas Vagran Billy Thompson Des Moinés Thompson Chicago Here

Doctors claim early signs can cut deafness in children

Leading doctors contend that deafness in children could be halved if first symptoms are detected immediately. Medical treatment, if started in time, can cure or arrest most cases.

Patrol arrest after crash near cone reported

State patrolmen arrived at the scene shortly after the crash and made an arrest. In other news radioactive substances, byproducts of the nation's atomic energy project, are being used in studies to improve health for America's pet animals.

Atomic Energy Project America

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