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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1949
Page
4
Fragmentary religious reading appears with references to Matthew 27 57 61 and Mark 18 1038 and names Dr Kenneth Foreman. The readable text suggests a church or scripture reading segment titled Pebble Speaks Cen.
The article argues crucifixion was both a tragedy and a crime born from Pilate’s spinelessness and Jewish authorities fear of loss, while the church teaches Christ’s death was foreseen in God’s plan from before creation. It frames Jesus as not a victim but the intentional center of salvation, with emphasis on divine love working through evil to redeem humanity.
Patsy Soethout and Marlene Miller were named to serve as the demonstration team for the Dutchettes 4-H club at this year’s achievement day. Vivian Luers was appointed to plan the window display for the club’s 4-H fair exhibit in August. The six members present studied their picture project and reviewed several 4-H records at the Monday meeting hosted by the Griges. The next gathering is set for June 16 at the Clifford Corpman home.
The Rebekah club gathered at Mrs. Fred D. Stewart home with Mrs. Frank Schneider as co hostess on Thursday afternoon observing Flag Day. Twenty one members attended plus five guests invited by Mrs. Ben Coppock. The meeting opened with prayer in unison led by president Mrs. Doyie Brown. Mrs. Fred Washer read a poem Your Flag and My Flag by Wilbur D Nesbit and an article Be Proud of this America. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Oral Mayo home with Mrs. Albert Wehr as co hostess on July 14. Roll call answer will be How will you spend your vacation. Refreshments were served by the co hostess. The remainder of the afternoon was spent visiting.
West Chester Pythian Sisters held a Wednesday meeting at K P hall with 32 members. Treasures reported include artistic work valued at 278.75 and 72 sick calls. Auditing committee named Effie Vanickel Morton Emde and Herman Schultz. next serving crew listed. A Flag Day program followed with songs, poems, and refreshments served by lodge members.
Mrs Melvin Booth addressed the West Point Club on selecting washable easy iron fabrics for bed spreads curtains and dressing table skirts. President Joyce Kleese led the meeting with roll call and plans for hosting a North Carolina guest. Joy Bauer and mother served refreshments. leaders Mrs San Bauer and Mrs Frank Kleese attended.
Plans outline an ice cream supper at Sonst Park on July 4. Local organizers include Charles Carrier Sita Nelson and Mag Lior assisting as community volunteers. The notice lists attendees and supporting pages in the classified section.
Seven members attended with one guest Mrs Oral Mayo at a Thursday meeting presided by president Mrs Helen Ward. Mrs Albert Wehr thanked the club friend for a donation. Pinochle was played at two tables with prizes to Mrs S N Sorrell Mrs Mayo and Mrs Wehr. Next meeting set with Mrs Wehr on June 26.
Keokuk based physicians from various regions prepare for the annual alumni reunion of the Keokuk College of Physicians and Surgeons. The event resumes after hiatus since 1942 with several graduates from the 1889 class expected to attend.
A terse note describes a process to achieve sufficient bulk by methodically handling ingredients. The passage emphasizes careful measurement and steady workflow to ensure consistent output.
Historic gains in milk output per cow over 15 years driven by Dairy Herd Improvement associations and experimental programs. Since 1946 average per cow exceeds 5200 pounds, with 1948 and early 1949 projections showing about 10 percent rise. Large units in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines support higher efficiency. more cows milked and culling of low producers noted. A local note reports Mrs. Carl Nelson of Washington found twin peony blooms in her garden amid 25 varieties, as classified ads follow.
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