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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1934

Page

6

Elizabeth Jones and Walden Smith wed at Crawfordsville home

The June 28 ceremony at the bride's mother Mrs. J H Jones home near Crawfordsville joined Miss Elizabeth Grace Jones and Walden T Smith. Rev A M Smith and Rev B E Hebner officiated as Lillian Vasey sang and Mary Frances Thomas played the Lohengrin wedding march. The couple will live in Moravia Iowa after July 1, and Elizabeth taught at Crawfordsville.

Crawfordsville Elizabeth Grace Jones Walden T. Smith J. H. Jones Lillian Vasey Collins Mary Frances Thomas A. M. Smith North Liberty BE. S. Hebner Lucile Carper Olds Fern Johnson Isarette Anwyl Helen Huston Moravia Iowa Crawfordeville School Iowa State Teachers’ College Phi Omega i Sorority Smith Iowa Wesleyan State University of Iowa Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Crawfordville Hi Brother Moravia Union U. Smith Harmon H. K. Smith W. A. Smith Albia Deulah Miksen Ottumwa Lillias Man Vasey Arthur Hinderman Wapello Irene Columbus Junction Key K. &. Hebner Denis Jones Ralph Howell

Girl Scouts Hold Overnight Hike at Country Club Grounds

The Girl Scouts, led by Captain Mrs. E. Stutsman, held an overnight hike to the Country Club grounds. Virginia Stutsman, the first girl to complete work for first class, earned her badge but awaits presentation. Rain lightly fell around 10 p.m. as about 100 attended a dinner, with bridge games and prizes awarded to Mrs. Lawrence Wilson and I. F. Coffey among others.

Country Club Grounds E. Stutsman Virginia Stutsman Virginia Lawrence Wilson I. EF. Coffey West Chester Lester Orr W. P. Lekwa L. A. Jones

Chicken Dinner Benefit Serves July 2 at Mrs Craytons

A chicken dinner will be served Tuesday July 2 from 5 to 9 PM at 725 West Madison Street, hosted by Mrs H R Crayton for A M E F church. Public invited. Also a memorial service for deceased members Saturday at 2:80 PM, program led by Chaplain Mrs KE Sehrmidt, followed by graveside cemetery decoration. members and donors asked to bring flowers.

H. R Crayton West Madison St A. M. EF KE. Sehrmidt S. W. Livingston Louisa Young Young Carol Forgey F. R. Mauthe J. A. Harwood J. B. Lemmon R. S. Warfel WA. Gibson RO BE Brown A. Anderson Qr. CG

Social calendar notice at Mrs Barker’s Friday

The S&S of M. BS church will meet at the home of Mrs T F Barker Friday afternoon at 2 for lesson study.

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Memorial service details announced for deceased members

The memorial service for the deceased will be held Saturday afternoon at the courthouse hall. A short program will precede a procession to decorate graves, and the event is open to the public.

W. RR. C AJ RO Celiet ‘Ries

Monday Vigilant class meets at Gerdes country home

The Presbyterian church Vigilant class will gather Monday evening at the Gerdes’ country home with supper. Those without transportation may attend church at 6 15.

Presbyterian Church Gerdes

Suspect Arrested in Colorado Kidnapping Plot

Don Rodriquez is held as a suspect in the kidnapping of June Robles, a six year old Tucson girl held in a desert cave for 19 days, tied to a plot involving a wealthy banker.

la Junta Colo Don Rodriquez June Robles Tucson Ariz

Birthday Celebrations Highlight Local Names and Events

Rainy day marks celebrations for Edith Jarrard and Anne Borgman. On Father's Day, June 17, Mélack Kole siek hosted a dinner for Anton Kupka, who turns 98 on June 23, with guests Thede Fredrick, Frank Prebyl, Wilber Kolo siek, Anna Kolo siek, Joe Kolo siek, and family.

Mélack Kolosiek of Kualona Anton Kupka Thede Fredrick Frank Prebyl Wilber Anna Kolosiek Joe Kolosiek

Columbus Junction weddings and community events noted

In Columbus Junction Vera Marie Hall and Glen A. Davis wed at the bride’s home with twenty two relatives present. The Standard Bearers featured in a program at Lois Sehlichting’s home. A post par tial shower honored Mrs Herman Wehmeyer and Wanda Marshall attended a party hosted by Mary Helen Lieberknecht.

Columbus Junction Vera Marie Hall L. B. Hall Glen A. Davis Lem Davis J. O. Hall Layton Huffington Lois Sehlichting Dorothy Bliven Evelyn Newell Louise Ayers Telma Martin Margaret Hanft Barnadine Lowe Vesa Martin Ruth Weber Marjorie Reaney Margaret Wykert Dorothy Weber Jane Harbison Mae Kemp Hessie Nellie Moore Columbus City Herman Wehmeyer Charlotte Wilmering C. & Ramedale Lewis J. R. Johnston J Richie William Gilies Myrtle Owens J. J. Robertson J. Carson Duncan Oak Pred Duncan W. T. Duncan H M Duncan J. C. Lehbach PF. H. Johnston Grace Robertson W. Davis Millard Chambers Max Robertson Herman Weichmeyer Helen Orr Helen Oak Frances Alsip Maury Beavie Nelli Moore Wanda Marshall Mary Helen Lieberknecht Cuests Frances Furnas Bettina Cone Hunter Cora Letta Miriam Jean Lieberknecht Suzanne DeWaelle Lois Walter Arthur Lieberknecht Archie DeWaelle Thomas Curtis Paul and Lloyd Lee Philip Dailey Denny Paine Louis Reddick

Federal Reserve Bank Branches and Agencies Explained

A historical note distinguishes branches from agencies of a federal reserve bank. Branches transact most federal reserve business such as redrawing accounts and similar tasks, while agencies have limited functions.

Federal Reserve Bank Federal Reserve

State Treasurer Leo Wegman Addressed 75-Year Club

Iowa state treasurer Leo J. Wegman spoke at the Washington county Three-Quarter-Century club dinner in Washington. He praised the pioneer spirit and lauded local official Mrs. Alex Miller, secretary of state, for her capable work. The event included remarks by Rollin B. Organ of Chicago and a film portrait session with Pax movietone. Members toured Sunset Park and attended a matinee at State Theater with the film Thirty-Day Princess.

Leo J. Wegman Leo. J. Wegman Iowa Washington Wegman Alex Miller Weeman Rollin B. Organ Chicago Washington County Mr. Organ Iowa Plains Organ Tim Frontier Orvan Pax Movietone J. Rh. George L. A. Bunce Mary E Jones Deborah Carson Virginia Moore Virginia Breitenbach E. Green Guther J. M. Bratetn Ezra Smith Albert DeLanecey MacLaughlin Lincoln Crooked Creek Sunset Park Young Farm Ife Green State Theater Ralph FR. Pratt Cara Chamber of Comroores Ecause the Stars Theater Graham, Ha Pratt Sylvia Sidney Chamber of Continence Chamber of Commerce

Three-Quarter-Century Club Member Criticizes Chicken Noodles

The note mentions a member of the Three-Quarter-Century club who dislikes chicken noodles, but the identity remains unknown. It presents a small social detail without naming the individual or providing context.

Moving pictures fascinate spectators and actors alike

The process of taking moving pictures draws interest from both the audience and performers. The article notes the fascination shared by those watching and those performing behind the camera.

Next Annual Meeting Could Allow More Member Time

Journal staff suggests shifting emphasis at the next annual meeting from program to reminiscences, allowing more time for members to visit.

Old Club Members Call For Reserved Attendees

On the part of some of the older people of the club the topic of attendance was raised, with concern for crowding and comfort at future events. Organizers agreed to consider seating adjustments and special provisions for senior members.

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Dance Yesterday Represented Great Effort

The report notes a yesterday dance event showing strong effort. It adds that the journal plans to choose a cooler day next time to improve conditions.

Not an Advertising Stunt Says Dinner Attendee

A dinner attendee questions the plan calling it an advertising stunt but insists the idea is not to commercialize anything. The remark frames a discussion about the true purpose behind the effort.

Church stairways host twenty gathered for safety

Numerous church stairways posed many risks yet at least twenty people were present to assist the feeble and no accident occurred.

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