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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1939
Page
2
Local residents report illnesses and recoveries as J D Dayton suffers influenza complications and rests at home. Auctioneer D F Macon lists contact details while area families visit relatives and attend services. Multiple calls, visits, and errands noted with mentions of taxes due and city election results in West Chester.
Mrs Virgil Baril had a minor operation this morning. Jack Brown underwent a major operation earlier today. Kathryn Louise Wellman Hendrys was admitted for observation. Mr and Mrs W H Wellman welcomed a son weighing nine pounds four ounces born at 8 20 p m yesterday.
Maid-Rites defeat Olson's Red Heads 44 to 27 in Washington last night. Red Heads show skill but fall short against the men's team with balanced Maid-Rites scoring and strong first-half defense. Lila Blue and Hazel Vickers led the Red Heads in scoring as the Maid-Rites pull away after opening minutes.
Donald Jennings sustained severe injuries to his left foot Friday when the ax slipped while chopping wood and cut a gash more than two inches long. The item also lists local social, church, and court notices and several hometown movements and visits.
IOWA CITY March 29 1927 East Des Moines enters the state interscholastic indoor meet at the University of Iowa with 20 athletes aiming for a three year run as champions. Des Moines schools lead a field of 47 with 245 competitors, many entries to be mailed Tuesday.
A weather note recalls last year's Easter period when substantial snow fell. Today’s snowfall is heavier this afternoon than earlier, prompting memories of the earlier winter storm and its notable impact on the season.
Wilbur O. Atwater 1844 1907 chemist and pioneer in agricultural experiment station work served as first director of the experimental stations and head of the nutrition investigations in the department of agriculture. His work benefited the American people.
Junior High Fifth grade defeated Wallace 17 to 1 and Centennial beat Lincoln 11 to 4 in Gray league games. Lincoln and Wallace squads featured players such as Rex Lee Dale Palmer and Jack Pauls. Final standings show Centennial 3 2 667 and Junior High Fifth 0 8 100. Schools prepare for softball and swimming practice next week.
In Wayland Louie Kauffman lost nearly 2300 baby chicks when the brooder house caught fire but the structure did not burn down. The article also notes visits by Fayette and East Moline residents to nearby families and various social updates, including illness and birthday celebrations.
The Washington high school basketball squad of eleven and three coaches were hosted by Mr and Mrs George C Stewart for a turkey dinner in the Grest House Victorian room last evening. The seniors were memorialized by Captain Rob Lewis as obituaries for graduation, with dishes of roast turkey and ice cream. Guests included seniors Ellis Finke Bob Anderson Myron White Howard Little Bill Kiesey Jack Watson Clinton Stewart juniors Rob Tew Bob Macon Frank Dea freshmen Bob Lowe and coaches Kenneth Kimberlin Fred Maasdam George Mobr.
Mrs. William J. Shannon hosted a bridge club gathering last night at her home. Two tables played with Catherine McConaughy winning high score and Mrs. Ellis Negus second. Red roses and lit candles adorned the dining table as refreshments were served.
The Friendly Bible class of the Baptist church held a pot luck supper at the Al Faulkner home Monday evening. Richard Leet presided over a short business session and the rest of the evening was spent socially.
A booster club gathering featured a musical wedding contest won by Mrs. Oral Norman with piano by Mrs. Leo Marie. The event included a musical search contest, a short business meeting, and social time. Mrs. Stewart hosted with help from Mrs. Ralph Stewart and Mrs. Chester Allen. Guests included Mrs. George Stephens and Mrs. Dale Robertson.
The business session ended with devotions and prayer led by Rev. J Fredmund. Committee members included Mela Vacha, Mrs. Stanley Brock and Mrs. Marshall Shaw. Forty attendees were present.
New York District Attorney Thomas Dewey is pictured at Augusta Georgia in a round of golf as dusk falls. The Deweys are taking a weeklong rest in the state, enjoying Georgia’s hospitality.
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