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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1940

Page

3

Rural Women Achievement Day to Be Held in Washington County

Farm women from Washington County plan the annual spring achievement day on Wednesday April 3 at the YMCA Washington. Mrs Merle Twinam announces program centered on budgeting credit business methods and investments with eight townships presenting exhibits or demonstrations. Judge Marian Edwards of State College will score entries and supervise activities. More than 800 farm women participate and a covered dish luncheon will be served at noon.

Washington County Merle Twinam Murtin Marian Edwards Law State College Miss Edwards Ym.c.a Washington John Cherry John A. Stewart Muse Theisson Carl Jarrard P. F. Whivsler Claude Rhodebeck Vic. K. W. Donovan H. W. Kyle

Handcraft Sect 2 Meets Next Tuesday Afternoon

Handcraft department Section 2 will meet next Tuesday afternoon at Mrs W Fastwood's home. Mrs J O Matthews will present New Ideas in Kitchen Hand craft. A tea tower exchange will be held. Mrs Blaine Holmes chairs the serving committee with Vic Joln Ritten house and Mrs J T Rehmel assisting. Meeting starts at 2 o clock.

J. O. Matthews W. Fastwood Blaine Holmes Vic Joln Rittenhouse J. T. Rehmel

Rural Woman's Club Meeting Hosted by Mrs Rhodebeck

Mrs Claude Rhodebeck hosted a Rural Woman's club gathering at her home yesterday afternoon. Mrs Charles Palmer led in absence of officers, new member Mrs Lester Luckenbill joined, and entertainment was run by Mrs Loren Palmer and Mrs Harry Anderson with contests won by Mrs Clarence Jackson and Mrs Will Marie. Twelve members and three guests attended.

Claude Rhodebeck Rural Woman's Club Charles Palmer Lester Luckenbill Loren Palmer Harry Anderson Clarence Jackson Will Marie Josephine Cherry John Cherry Harriett Phillips

West Chester Pythian Sisters Hold Covered Dish Supper

The West Chester Pythian Sisters invite members and families to a covered dish supper Saturday at 6:20 PM in the hall. A social hour follows the meal. All members are urged to attend.

West Chester Pythian

Lesson Cards for March 31 Subjects and Scriptures

Educational notice lists lesson plan for March 31 with selected scripture texts. It notes International Council of Religious Education copyright and permission for use. No further details on authors, locations, or program times are provided.

International Council of Religious Education

World conquest and the Great Commission in Galilee

The lesson emphasizes Jesus’ authority in heaven and earth, the call to make disciples worldwide, and the promise of Christ’s continual presence with His followers. It highlights obedience, faith, teaching, baptism, and the evangelical mission as central to Christ’s commission.

Christ Galilee Matt Jesus Heaven Earth God A. T. Robertson Jesus Christ

Lutheran Trinity Worship and Sunday School Service

Trinity Lutheran at 802 Second Street East holds morning worship at 9 15 and Sunday school at 10 30 led by Pastor William F Krueger.

Lutheran Trinity Second Street William F. Krueger

Christian Science Services Planned Sunday Morning

Christian Science Services will be held Sunday at 11 at the church on S Iowa Ave. The Lesson Sermon titled Reality will be used in all Christ Scientist churches on March 31 with scriptural and Science and Health quotations. Organ and vocal selections by Mrs Henry S Shields and John Hughes with F W Eastwood, minister, directing.

S. Iowa Ave Churches of Christ Scientist Mary Baker Foldy God Christ

Associate Presbyterian Weekly Schedule

The church hosts Bible study at 10:00 am and worship later in the day at Lisdleton. An evening U.P. meeting is planned, with Rtey A. M. Malcolm listed as a speaker in the local notice.

Lisdleton U.P A. M. Malcolm Jster

The Old Church With the Old Gospel Vital Crusade

A Baptist revival schedule with Bible school at 9 30 a m worship at 11 45 a m baptism planned. Evening services 6 30 and 7 30 featuring B Y P U groups and evangelistic preaching. Midweek prayer and Bible study at 7 30 p m with special organ selections and choir.

Lords Supper Observed at United Presbyterian Church

Next Sabbath at main ME service Rev Harold Irwin of Columbus City will deliver the first preparatory message Saturday at 2 30 pm Dr J B Pollock of West Chester will deliver the second message All members urged to attend Sabbath school 945 am officers of Bible school installed Morning worship 1045 am pastor’s message THE BOOK OF HABAKKUK Evening worship 730 pm pastor’s theme THE VISION OF THE THRONE Read Revelation chapter 5 Special music and postlude by local musical leaders Sunday's schedule and choir performances noted

Harold Irwin Columbus City J. B Pollock West Chester Bible School Y-P.c.u Pop.e

Bible School and Worship Schedule at Local Church

Bible school begins at 9 30 a m for all ages with a welcome and a place for you John Applegate superintendent Worship services follow at 10 45 a m and 7 30 p m Sermon themes Morning The Burning Heart Evening I believe I know I can Youth groups meet at 4 pm Intermediate Christian Endeavor at 6 pm Senior group meets at the matse Pastor leads Lessons from Paul Organ Chorale Now Thank We All Our God Karg Elert Anthem Jesus Joy of Man s Desiring Offertory Spring Song Stebbins

C. V. Brown F. Rockmell Austin Miles Children’s Chorus Buona Notte Bible School John Applegate Christian Endeavor Matse Paul Jesus

Church of Nazarene Invites Worship This Lord's Day

The Church of Nazarene invites attendance this Sunday with church school at 10:00 A.M and morning worship at 11:00 A.M. A Children's Hour at 3:00 P.M, N.Y.P.S. at 6:20 P.M, Gospel Service at 7:20 P.M, and a Saturday prayer meeting at 7:30 o'clock led by Pastor James EB Morris.

James EB. Morris

Bible School Lesson Urges World Task Challenge

Church notices for March 41st promote Bible School at 9 45 am and Communion at 10 45 am. The lesson centers on a challenge to a great task and keeping faith to a promise, urging every church member to unite in homes and accept the task to solve global problems quickly.

Organ Concert Program Highlights

A church program lists Felton Offertory Andantino and Hesse Organ postlude, with Walczynski Organ prelude Ave Maria and Pastoral Peele. Clergy and staff include Clifton Keavy minister Mrs Lewis Warren director of music Edna Klein organist.

Felton Hesse Organ Walczynski Peele Clifton Keavy Lewis Warren Edna MM. Klein

St Pauls Evangelical Church Morning Worship Note

The note lists St Pauls Evangelical Church in Washington with Sunday worship at 9 25 am and Sunday School at 10 20 am led by Pastor Carl W Klein.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Washington Carl W. Klein

Foursquare Gospel Invites Services With Gospel Messages

A church advertises a full day of services led by Pastor W. J. Stevens and Superintendent H. R. Baker. Activities include Sunday school at 9:30, morning worship at 10:45 with The Farewell Message of Our Lord, Crusader at 6:15, and evangelistic service at 7:30 with The Gift of Gifts.

Jesus Christ H.R. Baker Crusader W. J. Stevens

Country Churches Plan Year End Installations

The final Sunday of the church year features officer installations during worship at Bethel and Cotter. The Every Member Canvass opens for pledges. Pastor M. A. Robeson urges loyalty to the church as Elmer Thonos is ordained and officers installed at Cotter.

Bethel Cotter the Friendly Church Christian Endeavor Soety

Ainsworth Churches Invite All To Easter Services

Ainsworth churches welcome all lacking a home church to attend Bible study at 10 30 morning worship at 11 30 with Rev Karl Megdelsen. Youth hour at 6 30 junior and senior leagues 6 30. Union service 7 30. Father and sons banquet planned for Friday evening April 6.

Ainsworth Karl Megdelsen Union Our Church Father and Sons KE. Cogpeshall

Community Movement N. IF Chapman Plans Gatherings

On Thursday afternoon of next week the pastor says preparations are near completion for announcing the schedule of gatherings by the Community Movement N. IF. Chapman.

N. IF. Chapman

Church Services Call for More Attendees This Sunday

Many were pleased to attend last Lord s day and the pastor invites friends and neighbors to Bible school at 10:00 and preaching at 11:00 this coming Sunday. Welcome all guests warmly. C EB Strong pastor.

C. EB. Strong

Valley Sunday School and Morning Worship Schedule

Valley announces Sunday activities with Sunday School at 10 00 a.m and Morning Worship at 11 15 a.m. Residents and visitors are welcome to attend both sessions for worship and fellowship.

ST. Paul's Evangelical Valley

Crawfordsville Churches Schedule Is the Bible the Word of God

Crawfordsville Methodist Episcopal Church announces Sunday School at 10 a.m. led by Superintendent J. W. Rich. At 11 a.m. local talent program with the sermon titled Is the Bible the Word of God. Epworth League meets Y.P.C.U. at 6 30 p.m. Rev E B Be Voss is pastor.

Church and Young People Schedule for Sunday and Week

The Church School meets Sunday at 10 with worship at 11 to raise Easter Foreign Missions funds. Young People gather 6:30 at United Presbyterian Church for the last Union meeting. Next Sunday 7:30 Union Service in each church. Weather may alter location, with Sabbath School at 10. Mrs Ida Wooley supervises. Rev. Myers preaches at 11 for Y P C U. Junior Society Tuesday 4 at the Crooks home. Midweek service Wednesday 7:30.

United Presbyterian Church Ida Wooley B. E. Myers McCoysville Penn Y.P.C.U Jean Cherryhelmes Crooaks

M Wehr Finds Mule Owner Near Hardscrabble

Matt Wehr located the owner of two mules and two horses parked at his place for weeks. He bought a mule and colts from Walter Fagan of Peace Loving Village. Easter visits are noted for local families including the Wehrs and Griggs. Marjorie Lynn returns to Washington Hospital for work.

Matt Wehr Walter Fagan Far West Montana Glen Little Everett Arnold Helen Irene Howard Ronnie Florence Hagist Alee Gillies Ray Wehr W. J. Norton Stockport Orville Griggs Armour Griggs Griggs James Wehr John Deere Waterloo John Wehr Keith Alice James Art Hamilton J. Hamilton Keota Droz Harve Banks Kathleen Husband Curtis Snyder Virginia Snyder Washington Harlan Anderson Virgil Grant Creek George Green J. M. Pulver Glen Gordon Marjorie Lynn Washington Hospital Art Richardson

Church Services and Missionary Societies Schedule

The church hosts a children’s school at 9 80 acre and morning worship at 16 45. The Woman’s Foreign and Alma H Holland Missionary societies hold a thank offering service with Miss Maurine Cavett of Burma as speaker. Epworth League meets at 6 30 p m with a talk on military training. Evening service at 7 30 features a master’s talk on the close of the first rate day. Music includes an organ prelude and Handel’s The Prayer of the Penitent.

Woman's Foreign Alma H. Holland Maurine Cavett Burma Epworth League Pverett Burbam Londonderry

Loafers Glory Becomes North Carolina Community Name

The Western North Carolina community once nicknamed Loafers Glory is now officially known as Loafers Glory. Local residents and officials confirm the change solidifies identity and boosts recognition for the rural area.

Loafers Glory North Carolina

Easter Mission Offerings Strengthen Church Support

The church reports higher Easter benevolence contributions than last year and anticipates more. Next Sunday Bible school begins at 10:00 A.M. under Supt. Howard Mangold, followed by 11:00 A.M. worship with a sermon on stewardship by Mrs. M. L. Dewey. The service marks the start of an Every Member Enlistment campaign.

Triminy Howard Mangold M. L Dewey M. L. Dewey

Welsh and English church services schedule notes

The schedule lists a Welsh service at 16 a.m. Sunday School at 11 a.m. and Christian Endeavor at 7 p.m. with topic How the Bible Influences the World led by Jester Jones. An English service is at 7:24 p.m. and a class meeting Tuesday evening at 7:36 p.m. Rev. David C. Davies is the pastor.

Christian Endeavor Pan Jone David C. Davies

Sunday Worship Service Updates and Ladies Aid Meeting

The Sunday morning Worship Service begins at 9 30 and will be extended to include this service The Ladies Aid Society will meet with Mrs K A Mathers.

Ladies Aid Society K. A. Mathers

Local residents social notes and flu impacts

The column lists neighbors visiting relatives and shopping trips such as Mrs Glen Little and Nina Mae Little at the Little home, Mrs Alee Gillies with her ill mother Mrs Ad Henry, Mrs Jimmy Bowen and Mrs Kermit Jones shopping in Cedar Rapids, and numerous calls on friends in Wellman West Chester Iowa City and Hopewell. Residents also plan to see Gone with the Wind and flu keeps Nina Mae Little from returning.

Glen Little Nina Mae Little Little Home Alee Gillies Ad Henry Jimmy Bowen Kermit Jones Cedar Rapids Jones John Robertson Wendel Shaefer Cliff Bauer Iowa City Shaefer Fred Bauer West Chester Glen Gordon Glen Miller Miller Elmer Miller Wellman Charles Grisham Hopewell Everett Vincent John Wehr

Name Delegates to County Convention from Nira District

NIRA Mar 2s Key Janens was held at the school house Saturday night. Delegates chosen for convention include Percy Klockenteger Dewey Hanley and Will McClelland. Monday evening a surprise supper was held at the Masonic hall in Kinross. Ross has been a Mason for twenty five years. Fair View Aid society meets Thursday with Mrs John and Mrs Ross. Davigg and Paul Dimerly sold Fisher over 1000 bushels of corn. Ramer Berry and Shirley Barnes had a car collision on Low No 22 Monday evening. both cars damaged but no one hurt.

J. B. Hanley NIRA Percy Klockenteger Dewey Hanley Will McClelland Isvon Masonic Hall Kinross Ross Fair View Aid Society John Ross Davigg Paul Dimerly Fisher Shirley Barnes

Cost Range for Oh Well Drilling

The notice outlines a drilling project with estimated costs from 40,000 dollars to 100 dollars, indicating budgeting uncertainties for the operation. The fragment mentions a well or borehole and references a numeric range without specifying units consistently.

Largest Wheel gre The hi eal not yield on ree at the United States department agriculture is 117 bushels per acre harvested in Island county, Wash, in 1605

The report notes a 117 bushels per acre harvest in Island County Washington. It cites the United States Department of Agriculture and an historical reference to the year 1605. No further context or verification is provided.

United States Department Island County Wash

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