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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1946

Page

6

Day of Prayer Union Service at United Presbyterian Church

World Day of Prayer was observed at United Presbyterian church in Crawfordsville as a union service led by Mrs. Lillian Maxwell. A vocal duet by Mrs Marian Waters and Mrs Jean Rich complemented Rev. Kk. M. McCracken's address. Willing Workers elected officers and spent the afternoon sewing a comforter top.

Crawfordsville United Presbyterian Church Lillian Maxwell Marian Waters Jean Rich Kk. M. McCracken Presbyterian Georgia Williams Mazie Howell Lois Love N. J. Lease Clarence Despain W.S.C.S Florence Henss

Order and Peace Program Recalls St Patrick Day Service

The event featured readings and songs by Mrs. Betty Hamil Mrs Risiy Belle Jones and others including a duet Peace Through His Cross and readings by Mrs Ruby Beauchamp. WSCS to start a study group meeting the third Thursday each month with donations approved. Contributions of 10 to Crawfordsville Boy Scouts and American Bible Society and 25 to the Red Cross were voted. The serving committee listed six members provided refreshments in honor of St Patrick's Day.

Betty Hamil Risiy Belle Jones Versa Anderson Florence Henss Ruby Beauchamp WSCS Crawfordsville Boy Scouts American Bible Society Red Cross Maxine Davis Bloomquist Nina Lowe Enke Olive Mitchell

Haskins Ladies Aid Elects Officers At Wehr Home

The Haskins Ladies Aid Society met at the Owen Wehr home with 12 members and five visitors. Officers for the coming year were elected unanimously: Julia Mathers president, Clark Blackman vice president, Claude Kilgore secretary, Una Gordon assistant, Earl Schearman treasurer, and E. K. Mitchell leader of missionary work.

Clara Godlove Haskins Ladies Aid Society Owen Wehr Beal Seymour Blackman Brown Earl Seheurman Hawkins Enke Julia Mathers Clark Blackman Claude Kilgore Una Gordon Earl Schearman Lee Sands E. K. Mitchell Hazel Boyd Lulu Podaril Edith Nicholson Jim Bean T Bean Gee Wall Wessley

Pollination at Risk from DDT Use

DDT used without care may disrupt pollination processes and destroy insect parasites that normally help control harmful pests.

Sastrugi Form From Wind Carved Two Foot Snow Ridges

Two foot high ridges of snow called sastrugi are formed by prevailing winds, creating hard packed surfaces across polar terrain and affecting travel and visibility for explorers and researchers.

How To Make Gelatin Butter

Extend butter by beating gelatin with milk then folding in softened butter. Soak one heaping teaspoon gelatin per pound of butter in cold milk, dissolve over hot water, add milk to butter, whip until blended, cool, add salt, and chill.

La Befana and Epiphany Gift Tradition in Italy

Natale marks Christmas in Italy but La Befana is the Epiphany gift bearer. The legend says she delayed meeting the Three Wise Men, then missed their return and remains waiting for them.

Italy Palestine St'l

Proper Food Storage Advice From Home Economists

Home economists advise removing paper wrapping from all refrigerated foods except frozen items. Use covered containers for all stored foods, with uncooked meat lightly wrapped in waxed paper to allow better cooling.

Slip Styles and Fit Guide Based on Cut

A bias-cut slip suits slender figures while a straight-cut slip flatters fuller hips. Straight cuts sit smoothly over the knees when seated and reduce back cupping. The choice depends on body shape to ensure better coverage, comfort, and drape.

Rabbits Trapped Across Pennsylvania In 1944 45 Season

During the 1944 45 season nearly 40 000 rabbits were live trapped throughout Pennsylvania in areas where they harmed crops or where hunting is prohibited and moved to sections where public shooting is allowed.

Pennsylvania

Thaw Poultry Safely for Even Cooking and Juices

Thaw poultry before cooking for even cooking and fuel efficiency. Refrigeration allows slow thawing for a three or four pound bird overnight or longer. room temperature thawing requires close monitoring. Once thawed, cook promptly as thawed meat spoils faster. Do not hurry thawing by soaking in water as juices escape.

Fast Bombers Break Speed Benchmarks in Design Plans

Almost all modern bomber designs aim for speeds above 400 miles per hour, surpassing the fastest fighters of 1940. The trend indicates a major shift toward higher velocity strategic aircraft capabilities in new developments.

Ironing Theory Advocates Damp Clothes in Icebox Overnight

Experts propose placing dampened garments in the icebox overnight to generate condensation when pressed. A hot iron then steams the fabric with minimal added moisture, reducing ironing effort.

400 Varieties of Cheese Dominate Export Markets

A note on the vast range of cheese varieties, domestic and foreign, with exporters most familiar with the full spectrum. The text highlights the breadth of product types and the emphasis on export trade.

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