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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1950
Page
7
Washington residents will observe Flag Day on June 14. A Presbyterian church publication reprints questions about proper flag display and respect, noting many people violate the flag code and listing guidance on civilian salutes and parade practices.
A concise guide answering common questions about Old Glory placement with another flag, wall and street display rules, casket coverings, half-staff raises, pulpit or platform display sides, Alaska and Hawaii as states, flag stripe history, upside down display, first display against an armed foe, and proper disposal of tattered or soiled flags.
The document outlines proper salutes for uniform and civilian wear, flag placement in various displays, and procedures for handling a flag at funerals. It notes historic flag configurations, correct orientations, half staff rules, and respectful disposal by burning.
A Davenport family dinner gathered relatives from Washington Coralville Rockford Tipton and Davenport. Attendees included Maurice and unnamed spouses Kelley and Goodwin families with Barney Benning visiting from Coralville. Pictures were taken and a ball game followed. The next gathering will be at Clarence Goodwin’s home.
Mr and Mrs D P Livingstons entertained the bridal party and families of the De Lashmutt Pauls wedding Friday evening Pink and aqua colors decorated the table A doll bride centerpiece The table was set with candles and flowers Mrs G J Caldwell and Susanne of St Paul Minnesota were out of town guests The rehearsal followed the dinner.
The Farmerettes 4-H club girls met for an all day sewing workshop at Shirley Eschers home. Eight members attended with two leaders and older girls assisting. They laid patterns, cut garments, and enjoyed a noon pot luck dinner with photos taken on the lawn. Ball was played.
After dinner the afternoon was spent sewing garments. In the morning the club heard Mary Knotek interviewed over WOI. Miss Knotek has attended the State Conservation camp near Boone. The next meeting will be June 30.
Washington Iowa newspaper details staff roles including publisher managing editor and editor. It notes publication afternoons except Sunday with holidays, and that mail subscriptions and per week rates by carrier and by mail in Iowa. It lists associations and post office second class matter under act of 1879.
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