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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1954

Page

2

Picnic in Sunset Park Social Event at Christian Church

The Sunday school class held a cooperative picnic in Sunset park with a large turnout. Guests included Mr and Mrs James Hutchinson of Regina Saskatchewan and Rev Halsey Wakelin's family, with committee members Wade Pence and Bob Darbyshire. The Vigilant class of the Presbyterian church then met at Rob Dawson's home for a 650 dinner and meeting led by class president Mrs Dawson and devotion by Mrs Ivan Relmel. John Martin spoke about their winter trip visiting Indian and Mexican mission fields.

The Christian Church Sunset Park James Huntchinson Regina Saskatchewan Canada Halsey Wakelin Wade Pence Bob Darbyshire P Presbyterian Church Rob Dawson

Past Nob Grand Circle Meeting Hosted by Mrs Clive Gray

Mrs Clive Gray hosted 17 Past Nob Grand Circle members and guest Mrs Don Brown Tuesday evening. Mrs Rebecca Shebeck presided during a brief business meeting. Visiting, bingo, and gifts provided entertainment. refreshments were served by Mrs Brown with help from Mrs Gray. Next meeting planned with Mrs Don Hazen.

Clive Gray Nob Grand Circle Don Brown Rebecca Shebeck Brown Don Hazen

June guest day draws 36 members and 15 guests

The St Pauls Womens Guild annual June guest day was attended by 36 members 15 guests and 21 children. Mrs Walter Westen education chair used a devotional on the power of consecrated youth. Council members assisted and junior choir girls performed.

St. Pauls Womens Guild Walter Westen Arthur Mayer Melvin Schnicker

Wedding Tale Highlights June Club Meeting at Mrs. Roberts

The June meeting was held at Mrs. Everette Roberts home with 12 members attending. Edith Pfeifer was a guest and Mrs. Carl Roberts organized the afternoon entertainment and refreshments. Mrs. Carl Roberts will host the club on July 7.

Everette” Roberts Edith Pfeifer Carl Roberts

Rainbow Girls Initiate Six at Masonic Temple Meeting

The Order of the Rainbow for Girls held a Monday initiation at the Masonic Temple for six new members. Janice Booth was installed as musician after the initiation and solos were performed by Janice Thompson and Marvie McCleerys.

Order of the Rainbow Masonic Temple Eprine Janice Booth Janice Thompson God Bless America Marvie McCleerys Reta Ahrens Karen Knele Debbie Brenneman Grand Assembly Roberta Arthur Margie McCleery Marcie McCleery Alaska Washington Idaho Iowa Stephens Augustine West Chester Don Crone Aletha Kinge

Toads Tongues Extend From Front Mouth Opening

A toad’s tongue attaches at the front of its mouth enabling rapid extension from the rear throat area and swift retraction. This mechanism supports efficient catching of prey by projecting outward quickly and pulling back in.

Bride Elect Betty Dean Ainsworth to Wed Donald Kline

July wedding planned as Floyd and Mre Martin announce the engagement of Betty Dean Ainsworth, daughter of Mr and Mrs Floyd Martin, to Donald Kline, son of Mrs Helen Nash of Iowa City.

Engagement Announcement for Marilyn L. Scott and Gene Yoder

Mr and Mrs Paul M Scott of Lost Nation announce the engagement of their daughter Marilyn Lorraine to Pvt Gene Bo Yode son of Mr and Mrs Glenn Yoder of Washington The wedding is planned for June 19 at 730 pm at Bethlehem Lutheran church Lost Nation An invitation is extended to friends and relatives with a reception to follow in the church basement

Paul M. Scott Lost Nation Marilyn Lorraine Gene Bo Yode Soniof Glenn Yoder Washington Bethlehem Lutheran Church

St James Study Club Concludes Meetings

The St James Study Club held a cooperative supper and meeting at Mrs Hubert Redlinger home attended by 25 members and guests. This was the last meeting until September and the final lesson covered the Babylonian captivity.

St. James

Old Testament Figures Featured in Brief Biographies

A concise resume highlights the lives of key Old Testament characters. Mrs. Redlinger is noted as assisted by Mrs. John Mattes and Mrs. Joe Barnes in serving coffee during the social hour.

Highifetts Redlinger John Mattes Joe Barnes

Jean Kern and Dale Rath United in Riverside Ceremony

Jean Marie Kern daughter of Opal Kerr and Dale Eugene Rath son of Jennie Rath wed in Lowe City Methodist chapel Saturday at 3 p.m. Dr L L Dunnington officiated. The bride wore a white linen suit with navy accessories and a gold cross pendant. Attendant twin sister Jean Kern, a navy blue suit with pink rose corsage, served as maid of honor. Best man was Donald Rath, cousin of the groom. A reception for 50 followed at the Wilbur Rath home. The couple plan a wedding trip to Wisconsin and Illinois after a short reception in Cirleton Lone Tree.

Riverside Jean Marie Kern Mre Opal Kerr Dale Eugene Rath Jennie Rath Methodist Lowe City L. L. Dunnington Dean Kern CIA Donald Wilbur Cireleton Lone Tree

Mission Study Group Holds Final Meeting

Eighteen members of the Alma Hearne Holland mission study group met for a last cooperative dinner and meeting Tuesday evening at Ida Cavender home. Co-hostesses were Stella Palmer and Marguerite Hering. Elizabeth Klein reviewed a chapter on Jeremiah. devotions by Lois Wade and Mrs. Claire Gray. The president presided. Edna Mercer gave leaving gifts to Mrs. Iren Nickerson and Squire Who with leave for Japan this month.

Alma Hearne Holland Mission Study Group Ida Cavender Miss Cavender Stella Palmer Marguerite Hering Elizabeth Klein Jeremiah Lois Wade Claire Gray Edna Mercer Iren Nickerson Squire Japan

Waditaka Girls Outing at Lake Darling

The Waditaka Girls group led by Mrs. Mo M Doggett went to Lake Darling with guests Mr and Mrs John tee. They arrived Tuesday for an all day outing breakfast swimming and exploring the grounds with Nancy Loveless senior lifeguard joining for swimming. Dinner prepared by the girls closed the day.

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Dawson Ivan Relmel John Martin West Mision Field Children's Wonderland Rapp’s Shoe Js A Womes's Guild Harry Daves Don Rinner van Buren C. Harry Davis Wayland Ainsworth Wood's Cafe L’aiglon Jonathan Logan Teena Paige Jack Mann Charles Hymen Betty Hartford Alix Miami Pat Perkins Rainbow Girls Betty Dean Martin Marilyn L. Scott St. James Study Club Jean Kern Waditaka Lake Darling Wolf’s Flower Shop E.pert Cologne Olincup Daily Give Fred Wagner Bina McCulles Ed Eicher Mers Giene Ellis Marjorie Evans Doe Weber Otte Safari SANE Walgreen's Walgreen’s S.M.A U.S.P Osincup Drug Store Wtvel Lad Elena
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