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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1969
Page
4
The Washington LA Evening Journal presents a thought for the day from Acts 20 35 stating it is more blessed to give than to receive Happiness comes from giving not getting and notes that receiving can make the recipient selfish and unhappy
Mrs. Betty Stuckman recalls Albion High School’s 1925 baccalaureate. The keynote speaker, delivering a forceful point, knocked out his upper and lower dentures, catching them in one hand and continuing the address, Missed by listeners yet kept speaking clearly despite the loss.
A young Joe Falk learns wrestling at the Davenport YMCA but, after partnering with a powerful classmate who strained his neck, chooses the clothing business over sport. A railroad whistle dispute and an odd hospital delivery memory follow, recalling local life and humor from earlier days.
A Louisiana classified ad misprint saga shows R. D. Smith offering a sewing machine for sale with phone number and Mrs. Kelly, followed by corrected notices and a final confession that the machine was smashed and no sale exists.
A reader describes an unusual moon reflection observed last Monday morning and muses on the value of lunar exploration. The letter contrasts moon efforts with Native beliefs about the sun and concludes with a reflective note on shared moments under the moon.
Local Washington Iowa newspaper edition from June 1969 features community notices, brief local items, and short reports reflecting mid year events. Highlights cover civic notes, social notices, and regional happenings across town and county with concise updates.
Local history roundup Next year Sue Carlton plans to teach in Dubuque and Miss Karen Swanson was elected student body president at St Luke's School of Nursing Cedar Rapids Karen Swanson is pursuing psychiatric training at Independence Kathy Mattes plans to teach second grade in Eldridge Ia after attending a Chicago wedding Pat Pehler and Pat Engle tied for first in Camp Fire Girls poppy selling contest Other items mention Armory site debate fountain project and various local visits and trips including Kansas City Natchez Miss Lexington Ky and Des Moines plus a Hollywood note about Tony Curtis
The library receives twelve volume Audubon Nature Encyclopedia set as a memorial for Miss Elma Vacha, with contributions by Dr. Kathryn Vacha. The works feature color photos, cross references, and notes by Peterson, Carson, and others, plus articles on weather and garden subjects. Beginning June 9, David McDaniel’s art exhibit, about 100 pieces, will occupy the 2nd floor gallery, with some works offered for sale.
Towans urged to display the flag during National Flag Week June 8 to 14 this year. Audie T. Redmond, Iowa Legion project chairman, provided information to Legion officials who urge all Iowa officials to promote daily flag display during the period. Public officials are being contacted to display the flag every day.
A list of hospital activity from Washington area facilities includes admissions of Joseph Hines and Donald Dempsey for medical care, and multiple patients dismissed or under observation. Birth announced for Lonnie and spouse in Columbus Junction. Washington and Keota patients appear in ongoing health notices and long term care updates.
Death notices and obituaries from Washington, Kalona, Brighton, Keota, Kalona, Riverside, Wayland, and surrounding areas list names, ages, and local death dates. Individuals include Louis J. Kehoe, 72, attorney. Lewis Dusenberry, 57, former resident. Carrie L. Wheeler, 91. Lula Wagamon, 79. Everett Coffin. Jennifer Rath infant. Esther MacGugin formerly of Washington. Peter Edfors, 69. Gladys Conrad of Seattle. Lizzie Hochstetler, 91. Mae Smith, 74, and others with funeral plans noted.
A 1950s Korean veterans bonus bond issue faces a legal cloud as lawmakers alter retirement plans. Iowa has $5.3 million on hand plus $7 million in a tax fund and $12 million accrued, but a one mill levy remains disputed. The issue centers on continuing taxes to retire bonds and whether bonds remain outstanding after a segregated retirement cash account is established. A potential friendly suit may resolve the questions.
Marriages featured include Cathy Greiner Wellman and John R. Conway Jr. in Wellman with a mass at St Josephs Church officiated by Rev Martin Manning. Deborah Ann Lee and Bruce Eugene Moore wed at Olds United Church of Christ with Rev Delbert Terry. Delores Henkel and Douglas Crossett wed in Mt Pleasant at Trenton Methodist Church conducted by Rev Delbert Terry.
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