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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1942
Page
3
Mr and Mrs Porter Hartman of Muscatine announce the marriage of their daughter Lillian Hartman to Herbert Gerdts of Muscatine. The ceremony took place May 23 at the Christian church in Canton Missouri with Dr George Peters officiating.
Notices list nurse meetings Pythian Sisters and D A R sessions Flower show 1 to 9 pm at Methodist church basement with speaker Mrs Jarvis Sandwiches and a tropical America film at 7 30 pm Linger Longer club Harmony club and Pleasant Hill activities include postponed events Junior Missionary study hour 4 pm Friendly Neighbors luncheon Garden party noon at Winga's cafe Country club golf luncheon with reservations due by Tuesday noon Ruth Nichols Missionary luncheon Cooperative dinner India talk by Mrs Holland at 7 30 pm Pilotborough and Friendly Circle gatherings Daily pinochle breakfast at Masonic temple Women’s Guild and Delta Alpha S plans June social Various clubs hold pot lucks, canning demos, and joint meetings with time and place noted throughout the calendar.
Sunset Circle near Crawfordsville shares sugarless recipes from a recent meeting. The collection includes a Honey Cake, Spice Cake, Edith Owen cake variations, Marie Lowe desserts with marshmallows and chocolate, a strawberry dessert with honey, and a thickened cream topping served with berry dishes.
This item lists multiple birthdays and anniversaries. L. B Ward born 1840, 82, member of Journals Three Quarter Century club. Wayne Marston wedding anniversary. Eugene Bbunlap birthday. Mrs. James Casey and Mrs. Milton Coffin also celebrate. Mrs. Harry Simpson and Jessie Mae Cherwinker also noted.
The article urges using porcelain enamel refrigerator dishes to preserve vitamins and save money. Store food promptly after bringing home groceries, wash produce, and keep dishes clean. Place the refrigerator away from heat sources with clearances of at least two and a half inches behind and six inches above the cabinet.
Sikke David Temple observed his nineteenth birthday on May 27. A group of youths joined him at the Ernie Temple home for games on the lawn and refreshments. Guests included Beulah Stewart Betty Stewart Esther Stewart Dorothy Daniel Ira Mae Daniel Elizabeth Wallrick Mary Elien Duensing Mary Bordwell Laura Jean Stout Carolyn Brewer Bill Brewer Bob Brewer Virginia McLaughlin Robert McLaughlin William Baird Charles Sutton Bob Sutton Henry Shields Richard Weeks and Dave Livingston.
The line suggests a harsh stance toward those in misfortune, implying quarrel as a shield against pity. It frames conflict as a response to distress, possibly critiquing cold social behavior and moral ambiguity in handling vulnerability.
We express sincere thanks and appreciation to friends and neighbors for kindness during the illness and death of D. C. Birney. The D. C. Birney relatives.
The Presbyterian Cottage Prayer meeting will meet Wednesday. Details follow in the next public notice.
West Point 4 H Club met with Patricia Griffith in West Chester on Friday afternoon. With president absent, vice president Nedra Dusenberry led a routine business session after members sang Cuba. Roberta Luers elected delegate to Ames convention. Rallyday plans discussed.
Riverside high school alumni held their annual banquet and business meeting Friday May 29 at Trinity Methodist Church. Class of 1942 guests. Elaine Bell named president with John Goetz as VP and Eunice Craig as secretary treasurer. Committees set. date moved to after commencement. Lee Norris acted as toastmaster.
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