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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1960

Page

2

Silver Tea by Marion Avenue UPW Aids Mission Hospitals

The World Service Department of the Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Women hosted a Silver Tea at the Marion Avenue Church drawing about eighty women. Nurses in the program demonstrated projects from summer medical offerings supporting national and ecumenical missions, with Miss Albert Tedford of Albia guest spoke and led a dedicatory prayer.

Marion Avenue UPW Kalona Group World Service Department United Presbyterian Harold Ganon Ed Crayne Marion George John Owen Robert Kleese Roger Stout Richard Bordwell Robert Logan Jack Trotman Linda McConnell W.W. Nolin Albert Tedford Albia Tanta Egypt American Mission Hospital Alberta Tedford W. W. Nolin Frances Patton United Presbyterian Home

Kathy Jean Foss Celebrates Sixth Birthday Party

Kathy Jean Foss, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Foss, celebrated her sixth birthday with a Wednesday party for friends. After photos, the group played games, and Kathy gave each guest a peppermint candy stick doll made by her mother. A decorated cake, ice cream, and a cool drink were served. Attending were Lori Miller, Mary Ann Marie, Anna Marie Widmer, Debbie Moore, Pam McClure, Angele Steele, Judy Hutchcroft, and Kathy’s sister Cynnie Ann.

Kathy Jean Foss Donald Foss

Two Ball Foursome Planned for July 4 at Country Club

A two ball Look Out foursome will be held at the Washington Golf and Country Club Monday July 4 at 2 p.m. A potluck supper will follow at 6 30 with each family bringing two dishes and their own table service Coffee will be provided The organizing committee includes Mr and Mrs Bill Potter Mr and Mrs Bob Roe Bill Casey and Mr and Mrs Bill Shannon.

Washington Golf and Country Club Bill Potter Bob Roe Bill Casey Bill Shannon

Farewell Coffee for Mrs Dorothea Peterson

Mrs. Dorothea Peterson of West Chester was guest of honor at a farewell coffee at the Clark Bauer home. Colhostess was Mrs. Walter Bauer. The Comrades Class of the Methodist Church attended. A verse gift was presented by Mrs. Edgar Stewart. Mrs. Peterson departs soon for Gilbert, Iowa.

West Chester Dorothea Peterson Clark Bauer Colhostess Walter Bauer Comrades The Methodist Church Edgar Stewart Eldon Bauer Marion Pence Lloyd Bauer Peterson Gilbert

Dell Walkers Host Rosemary Club Bridge Night

Mr and Mrs Dell Walker entertained the Rosemary Club at three tables of bridge Tuesday evening. Mrs Charles Wiley won high score for women and Mrs George Hora won low. The high prize for the men went to George Hora, Wes Lavely won low, Mrs Rex Crandall assisted with refreshments.

Dell Walker Rosemary Club Charles Wiley George Hora Wes Lavely Rex Crandall

Social Calendar Highlights and Venue Details

An evening of square dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. CDT at Central Park with rain contingency at the 4-H barn, Maurie Times as caller. Rainbow Girls initiate at the Masonic Temple at 8 p.m. Friday. First Presbyterian UPW holds a 2 p.m. general meeting with an executive session at 1 p.m. Rebekah Lodge meets at 8 p.m. in the OOF Hall. Methodist Workshop at 10 a.m. with a noon sack lunch. Country Club golf at 2 p.m. features a two ball foursome and a potluck at 6:30 p.m.

Central Park Maurie Times Rainbow Girls Masonic Temple First Presbyterian Upw Rebekah Lodge

Wedding Bells Tie Two Iowa Couples in Marengo

Linda Lee Eggert and James S. Irwin wed at First Methodist Church Marengo with Rev Paul McDade officiating at 8 p.m. The double ring ceremony featured yellow gladioli and white candle decor. Parents are Lee Eggert of Marengo and Thomas L Irwin of Eldora. They plan to reside in Iowa City where both attend the University of Iowa. Local guests included the Bontrager, Fisher, Miller, Bender, and Brenneman families from Kalona and Iowa City.

Kalona First Methodist Marengo Linda Lee Eggert James S. Irwin Paul McDade Lee Eggert Thomas L Irwin Eldora East Washington Iowa City Irwin University of Iowa Lucille Kauffman Julie Kauffman Venice Calif Vernon Bontrager Robert Fisher Leo Miller Milo Miller Wayne Jr Vera Bender Mary Brenneman Dan Bender

Kiwanis Guests Highlight Washington Club Meeting

Wilbur Day attended the Washington Kiwanis Club meeting on Wednesday. Short life histories were presented by Robert Koehler Bus Westermark T M Nelson Ronald Goff and Wendell Eden.

Kiwanis Wilbur Day Washington Kiwanis Club Robert Koehler Bus Westermark T.M. Nelson Ronald Goff Wendell Eden

4 H Activities Pepper Ettes Meet With Margie Trotter

The Pepper Ettes group met Tuesday at 8 p.m. with Mar gie Trotter. Members brought a leaked product for judging and heard brief camp reports. Talks covered safety good management and meat in meals with demonstrations on pizza muffins and cooked cereals. Eight members three guests and one leader attended.

Margie Trotter Kenneth Ornduff Julie Wood Martie Trotter Diane Brehmer

Hospital Records Admits and Births in Washington Area

On The Record Hospital admitted yesterday Roberta Amlong of Washington. Surgical births today to Mr and Mrs F H Jas pering in Brighton a daughter. Dismissed yesterday Dale Loeffler of Brighton. Today Mrs George Statler and daughter of Washington Mrs Don Smithburg of Washington.

Roberta Amlong Washington F. H. Jaspering Brighton Dale Loeffler George Statler Don Smithburg

Traveling residents and visitors from Washington to San Diego

Arthur Teeter a former Washington language teacher now in San Diego visits his brother in law and sister Glenn Dunbar and other relatives before flying to Paris via New York. Other local residents return from trips to Minnesota Ontario Manitoba North and South Dakota and Milwaukee.

Arthur Teeter Washington San Diego Calif Glenn Dunbar Richland Tetter New York City Paris Sorbonne France Albert Wehr Roy Foss Woman Lake Minnesota International Falls Canada Ontario Manitoba North South Dakota

City streets see fines after speed check

Four more individuals paid fines in mayor's court after arrest during a speed check using the city police electric speed tape. Fined were Garry Miles Richard Hyde Ronald Stalder from Washington and Ronald Fritz from Brigh ton also Oma Bower of Eddyville and David Keppy of Donahue for various speeding and control violations. Lutheran Women highlight at Mason City convention adopt projects totaling 15000 for two years and elect Mrs Ed Guetzke of Earlville as state president.

Garry Everette Miles Richard Wayne Hyde Ronald Ray Stalder Washington Ronald Raymond Fritz Brighton Oma Florence Bower Eddyvile David Eugene Keppy Donahue Arthur Dinkheller Alfred Lemke Trinity Luthern Ladies Aid Lutheran Women's Missionary Convention Bethleham Lutheran Church Mason City Ed Guetzke Earlville

House Approves 40 Billion Defense Bill Today

The House passed a 40 billion defense measure by 402 to 5, sending the bill to the Senate for swift approval. It funds the armed forces for the new fiscal year and includes 293 million for another aircraft carrier and a boost to the B70 bomber program. Adjournment plans and a veto on federal pay rise are noted.

House Washington UPI Fisenhower Senate Congress Air Forces

Iowa to Get Shorter Income Tax Form Next Year

Des Moines UPI says Iowa Tax Commissioner John O Connor announces a new simple one page income tax form. About 400 000 to 500 000 residents with AGI under 35000 and less than 22 in dividends will use the short form. Every resident will get the form long form instructions and return envelope by mail early next year.

O'Conner

Nichols Faces Loss of Road Surfacing Over Gas Pumps

Iowa highway officials warn Nichols must move gas pumps set back from the street to allow a six mile resurfacing on Iowa 22 and 76 from Lone Street to Nichols. The council refused a compromise to reduce curb distance, risking 750 feet of highway not being resurfaced if not accepted by noon July 5.

Ames UPI Nichols Muscatine County Iowa Highway Commission Iowa 22 Lone Street C. B. Anderson Mills Anderson

Truman Won’t Attend Democratic Convention

Former President Truman resigns as Missouri delegate to the Democratic National Convention and will not attend the Los Angeles event. He had pledged support for Sen. Stuart Symington and may hold a press conference soon to explain his decision. speculation grows about impact on Symington’s presidential bid.

Independence, Mo UPI Truman Missouri Stuart Symington

Bee in Pants Disrupts Memphis Highway Standstill

UPI reports Chuck Walker suddenly halted on Highway 78 and stripped down, explaining he had a bee in his pants triggering a chaotic roadside scene in Memphis.

Memphis, Tenn UPI Chuck Walker Walker

Missile tests in Pacific to probe Nike Zeus defense system

The United States plans a series of rocket tests in the Pacific to prove Nike Zeus anti-missile capability. Zeus would target Atlas missiles from Kwajalein to defend U.S. cities, potentially costing up to 15 billion dollars if produced widely. Timing for Air Force versus Army trials remains undecided, with 1961 or 1962 seen as likely.

Washington UPI United States Pacific U.S Free World Army Defense Department White House Kwajalein Island Vandenberg Air Force Base Calif Air Force

Pillsbury Buys Tidy House Products to Enter Nonfood Line

Pillsbury Co of Minneapolis completed the purchase of Tidy House Products Co of Shenandoah marking its first foray into nonfood grocery items. The transfer, effective Friday, keeps current personnel and appoints J C Rapp as general manager of the new division. Tidy House, founded twenty years ago, makes bleach starch and liquid detergents with over $6 million in annual sales across 20 states.

Shenandoah TPI Pillsbury Co Minneapolis Tidy House Products Co Pillsbury Robert Keith J. C. Rapp Tidy House Rapp A.W. Ramsey

Necessary Items For Your Medicine Chest

UPI reports that fourteen minor home injuries will occur this year and a prepared medicine chest is essential. Stock cotton, adhesive tape, improved gauze, sterile pads, and a good antiseptic to treat cuts and abrasions properly.

New York UPI

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