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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1948

Page

2

Campfire Girls Treasure Hunt At Sunset Park

Campfire Girls from Tatapoochan and Ulsakasti groups gathered at Sunset Park on Thursday and Friday for a treasure hunt and a Chinese mystery cookout. Sally Miller Joyce Brewer Caroline Holland and Joyce Stout led efforts with winners announced and camp plans set for June 29 to July 1 at the high school with Esther Sears as instructor.

Tatapoochan Sunset Park Sally Miller Joyce Brewer Ulsakasti Caroline Holland Joyce Stout Margaret Helen Baker Phyliss Kriner Geraldine Nickerson Esther Sears

Birthday Announcements for Local Residents on June 28

June 28 birthday greetings for Lawrence Whisler Mrs Troy Forniash Myra Jane Edmondson Rodney Campbell Keith Peiper Harriet Kunik daughter of Julius Kunik. Wedding anniversaries observed for R H McCleery Arthur J Witthoft John Hindahl. Gary Lee Wittmer turns one year old. Mrs Eugene Martin of R R 1 also celebrates today.

Lawrence Whisler Troy Forniash West Chester Myra Jane Edmondson Rodney Campbell Keith Peiper Harriet Kunik Julius Kunik R. H. McCleery Arthur J. Witthoft John Hindahl Gary Lee Wittmer Helen Wittmer Eugene Martin

Hadrian's Wall Remains an Iconic Roman Frontier

A Roman Times relic stands in Great Britain as Hadrian's Wall, erected around 122 A D. It stretches along the Tyne river from Solway Firth to Wallsend, marking an ancient frontier.

Great Britain Tyen River Solway Firth Wallsend

Fuses Urged as Safety Valves for Electric Systems

The text warns that fuses protect electrical systems and should not be replaced with coins or improperly sized fuses. Using wrong fuses can cause fire or other hazards, underscoring proper fuse use and replacement.

Crone Weeks Pledge Truth In Double Ring Ceremony

Geraldine Crone became the bride of Richard L Weeks in a double ring ceremony at the Baptist Church. The vows were exchanged under a lattice arch as Rev Paul Wells officiated with music from Mrs Charles McConnell. Guests included out of town relatives from Cedar Rapids and Davenport.

The Baptist Church Geraldine Crone al Crone Richard L. Weeks Dewey Weeks Paul Wells

Women Golfers At Washington Club Breakfast Reservations

Women of the Washington Golf and Country club plan a Wednesday morning golf and bridge breakfast at 8 30 in the club house. Reservations must be in by Tuesday noon. Mrs Earl Loveless chair man reports 35 reservations already received. Others should call 748 R before the deadline.

Washington Golf and Country Club Earl Loveless

Samuel F O'Reilly Operated First Electric Tattoo Gun

In the Bowery district of New York City during 1875 Samuel F O'Reilly operated the first electric tattoo machine, marking a milestone in tattooing history.

Samuel F. O'Reilly Bowery New York

Couple Mabel Plummer and John J Knopp Wed in Ring Ceremony

In a ring ceremony yesterday at 4 30 p m at the Christian church parsonage Mrs Mabel Plummer and John J Knopp married Rev Tom Polk officiating. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Robert Day. The reception followed with dinner at the Day home and evening calls by friends.

Mabel Plummer John J. Knopp Christian Church Tom Polk Robert Day Day

Frost-Fortune in July Wedding at Methodist Church

Mr and Mrs W V Hartzell of Long Beach California announce the engagement of their daughter Jacqueline Frost to Lyle Godfrey son of Mr and Mrs Frank Godfrey The marriage ceremony will be held at the Methodist church on the evening of July 16.

W. V. Hartzell Long Beach Calif Jacqueline Frost Lyle Godfrey Frank Godfrey Methodist Church

County Line club helps celebrate Mrs Reaney birthday

On Friday June 25 County Line club members gathered to celebrate Mrs Georgia Reaney birthday. She has been ill and unable to attend meetings for some time. Eleven members were present. Birthday cake and ice cream were served.

Georgia Reaney County Line Club

Horak Returns to Desk After Lake Nakomi Vacation

Vaul Horak resumes work following a Wisconsin vacation with family. The Horaks and three older sons stayed at a cottage on Lake Nakomi and fished in a pool for smaller fish after failing to catch larger varieties. Neighbors included Kay Watson and family and Les Gilmore with son Harold at nearby cabins.

Vaul Horak Tomahawk Wis

Muscatine Picnic Draws Local Musicians and Families

A musicians union picnic in Muscatine on Sunday welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Max Lee and family, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Baird, Mr. and Mrs. Clayde Garrett, Francis Schneider and a friend, and Roger Arnold at Brighton. A fried catfish dinner was served to attendees.

Musicians Union Muscatine Max Lee Lee Baird Clayde Garrett Francis Sehneider Roger Arnold Brighton

Turnipseed Payne Wedding Names Davenport Guests

Sunday dinner guests at Mrs. Helen Benell included Harry Payne Mrs. Carrie Hysell Dr and Mrs Dani oharty Connie and Pat of Davenport and Lloyd Gray. In the afternoon they attended the Turnipseed Payne wedding.

Harry Payne Carrie Hysell Dani.oharty Connie Pat Davenport Lloyd Gray Helen Benell

Day Outing at Silver Lake by Columbus Junction Groups

Mr and Mrs Wayns Marston and Mary Lou and Mr and Mrs Harold Swailes with their daughter of Columbus Junction enjoyed a Sunday picnic together at Silver Lake.

Wayns Marston Mary Lou Harold Swailes Columbus Junction Silver Lake

Good Will Club Visits Country Home of Mr and Mrs

The Good Will club members and their families motored to the country home of Mr. and Mrs. for a day of socializing.

Good Will Club

Norma Payne Lloyd Turnipseed Wedding at Methodist Church

In a four o clock ceremony at the Methodist church Norma Payne daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Payne wed Lloyd W Turnipseed Jr in front of about 400 guests The double ring service featured readings by Dr Frederick Miller and music from Irene Wubbena and a church organ. The bride wore white satin with a fingertip veil and carried red roses. Attendants included Joye Wright maid of honor and bridesmaids Joan Boileau and Joan Fields The groom’s party included Richard Paul best man and ushers Robert Dodder John Lloyd Richard Dodder and Paul Beenblossom After a reception in the church parlors the couple departed for a wedding trip and will live at 32114 West Washington Street. Out of town guests came from Denver Davenport Columbus Junction Rock Island Betendorf and Davenport among others.

Linda Crone Mary Wells Dean Lins James Eckels Douglas, Lawson Woodrow Cloyce Crone Donald Lins Alvin Kephart Palm Beach Mrs. Crone Mrs. Weeks Virginia Utterback Doris Booth Morton Carr Florence Kyle Alice McDaniel Shirley Stewart Carol Anna Marie Katherine Weeks Warren Stewart Mae Crone Peoria Ill D. D. Crone Charlotte Cedar Rapids Lenora Hicks Hampton Claude Howard Missouri Edward Petit Val Carter al Hentzelman Davenport Norma Payne Kermit Payne Lloyd W. Turnipseed L. W. Turnipseed Frederick KE. Miller Irene Wubbena Ruth Michels Mary Martin Marie Blattner d’Hardelot Miss Wabbena Joye Wright Joan Boileau Joan Fields Richard Paul Robert Dodder John Lloyd Richard Dodder Paul Beenblossom Prissner Harry Payne Payne Clarice Brumfield Glenn Murphy Nick Dittrich Turn T. HU. Starr Denver Colo Lloyd Fredmund Sam Dwinell Columbus Junction Geo. McMillian Rock Island Edward Starr Dave Murphy Bettendorf Ed C. Murphy Thomas Goodwin Reet Goodwin Carrie Hysell

Roberta Mincer Marries Rex Tousand in Muscatine

Miss Roberta Mincer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Mincer, wed Rex Tousand son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Tousand of Muscatine at First Methodist Church Muscatine. Miss Mincer a 1947 Washington high school graduate works as a stenographer for Hawkeye Button Co. and Tousand works in construction in Muscatine. Attendants include families from Brighton West Chester Wellman Durant Powersville Corso and Corso Missouri.

Will Mincer Roberta Rex Tounsand Earl Tounsand Muscatine First Methodist Glenn Murphy Dennis Brighton Howard Wright Jean Gerald DeLong Glen Gordon West Chester W. J. Alliman Wellman Robert Anderson Durant L. F. Fordyce Nellie Vaner Powersville Kenneth Gergerey Hudson Corso

Holland Kochneff wed in single ring service

Faye L Holland and Alex Kochneff were joined in matrimony at the Methodist church in Muscatine in a single ring ceremony performed by Dr. Fred Miller. The bride wore a street length eyelet dress with fur trim and pearls, attended by her sister, with about 85 guests at the reception. They will reside on West 4th Street Muscatine after a Minnesota honeymoon. both families are local business owners and graduates.

Faye Holland Alex Kochneff Faye L. Holland Josephine Holland Muscatine Stephen Kochneff Fred Miller L. A. Holland Emma Barnett Minnesota 4Th St Mus

J Eicher Reunion at Sunset Park Sunday

A gathering of about seventy five relatives of the late J W Eicher met at Sunset Park for dinner and fellowship. Out of town guests came from Wayland Akron Vinton Iowa Mr and Mrs W J Eicher and family Mr and Mrs L E Beeczley and family Mr and Mrs 8 F Shockley and family Mr and Mrs Allen J Goff Mr and Mrs Dennis Klopfenstein and family Mr and Mrs kf P Rich and sons Mr and Mrs Marvin Rinner and family from Ainsworth Washington attendees included Gertrude Rinner and the families of T G Rich E E Eicher L H Rinner Dr L B Eicher I J Rich C W Goff and Maynard Goff. Friends included Rev E S Mullett of Wayland Rev Paul Barkman and two boys of Henderson and Mr and Mrs Clark Bauer and family of West Chester.

J. W. Eicher Sunset Park Akron Ohio

Alloy Carboloy Near Diamond Hardness in Tools

The alloy carboloy, used in high speed metal cutting tools, achieves hardness approaching that of diamond, making it nearly as tough for industrial applications.

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Washington Mother Senting Wolf’s Flower Shop Indiana’s Milk Bottle Indiana Fern Pastry Shop Pastry Shop West Side Square Campfire G. W. Grall John W. Lee Coca-Cola Company Burlington Coca-Cola Bottling Company Charles McConnell Paul Thayer O’hardelot T. J. Pease de Kovens Malotte McConnell Bride Wehr Photo Mrs Richard Weeks Sport Joe Picken Washinon Wilson Irons Woods Chamberlin Bros. Sport Shop Lloyd Charles Harvey Harvey S Mrs. Lloyd Turnipseed, Jr H. M. Putnam Post Rman Walter Kochneff John Yousling Dunham Morrison Putnam J. Eicher Mr. and Martina
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