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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1946

Page

3

Lorene Dawson and Lee Henry Wed at Nashua Church

Lorene Y. Dawson daughter of Mr and Mrs Elmer Dawson Delta wed Lee J Henry son of Mr and Mrs L B Henry Keota Sunday afternoon at the Little Brown church Nashua The ceremony led by Rev F L Hanscom followed by a chicken dinner in Waverly The couple plan to reside south of Keota with Henry continuing farming Neighbors later serenaded the newlyweds at the Henry home

Little Brown Nashua Lorene Y. Dawson Elmer Dawson Delta Lee ¥. Henry L. B. Henry Keota F. L. Hanscom Josephine Singmaster Richard Bombell Joan Janis Fred Sheetz Waverly Rex Grocery Hayesville Henry Keota Charivari

Betrothal and marriage notices from Columbus Junction area

Meda Hauenstein engagement to Deliven D. Otte man announced by Colum bus Junction couple. Frances D. Morgan and Melvin E. Partington wed in Muscatine with Rev. Walz officiating. Agnes Chatfield and Leonard Phillips married at the bride’s Muscatine home with Rev. Rayhill presiding.

Columbus Junction Frank Hauenstein Meda Hauenstein Deliven D. Otteman William Otteman Albert City Iowa Partington-Morgan Frances D. Morgan Muscatine Melvin E. Partington Royce Partington United Presbyterian Phillips-Chatfield Agnes Chatfield W. A. Houk Leonard Phillips Frank J Phillips C. B. Rayhill Leonard Zila Wilbur Warren

Eye Size Facts Misstated In Exercise Note

A brief claim states the average human eyeball is six meters in diameter and about three inches in circumference. The statement is biologically inaccurate. human eye diameter is about 2.5 centimeters with a similar circumference, reflecting a misunderstanding of basic anatomy.

Social Calendar with Numerous Community Meetings

Ainsworth OES reg meets at hall with social hour while Grace Hill Ladies Aid holds an all day event. Public Affairs coop supper at 6:30 p.m. with dish to pass. OES initiation at 8 p.m. Visiting members welcome. Multiple clubs host meetings, dinners, and study groups across towns Friday to Saturday.

Ainsworth O.E.S Grace Hill Ladies Aid Dale Robertson Wellman 2Nd John Claud Tucker Independent Club Frank Janecek C.C.C West Chester Meth Lindenmeyer Laubach Pilotburg Ladies Aid Society Jeanette Scott Helen Stransky Winifred Stransky Pleasant Hill Women's Missionary Society P. m U. P. Church Walter Kyle St. Paul's Women’s Guild Rebekah Lodge C.F. Hall Rega Heninger Sigourney Masonic Temple Ruth Nichol W.R.C Legion Hall

Meaty Potato Salad and Pecan Upside-Down Cake Menu

A vintage kitchen feature presents hearty trays and desserts. Recipes cover Pecan Upside-Down Graham Cracker Cake and Graham Cracker Dessert plus a meaty potato salad and various sandwich fillings. It details toppings, ingredients, and baking steps for party fare and luncheon dishes.

Birthday notices and anniversaries in Franklin district

Local residents observe birthdays and anniversaries with families in Franklin district and Wellman. Notable entries include 46th anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. 8. J. Boyd, sixth for Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Goodwin, and birthdays for Wilma Jean Krantz and Larry Edward Bishop. Also listed are former residents and Journal club members with their birth years and places.

Forrest Lance Franklin District Darrell Goodwin Wellman 8. J. Boyd Larry Edward Bishop Mrs Donald Bishop Wilma Jean Krantz Virgil Krantz Journal John Shalla, Jr John Tritterington Mr. Shalla English River Township Mr. Titterington Tock Island

Caspers Host Rosemary Club Gathering at Home

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Casper hosted the Rosemary club and husbands at 898 South Fourth Avenue. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Joe Knotek. The group played bridge at five tables with high score prizes won by Mr. and Mrs. George Horn and second place by Mrs. Shirley Augustine and Mr. Knotek. Hostesses served seasonal refreshments.

Charles Casper Rosemary Club South Fourth Avenue Joe Knotek George Horn Shirley Augustine Knotek

Salt as a Dining Helper for Meals

The easiest way to obtain extra salt is to place crackers and pretzels in the bread tray with bread during meals. Additional salty foods such as nuts popcorn and potato chips may be served occasionally along with raw vegetables like radishes celery and green onions eaten with salt.

Sleep problems and tips for better rest

The guidance warns against nonprescription sleeping pills, noting barbiturates can linger eight days and cause harm if used regularly. It recommends consulting a physician, checking sleep comfort, and replacing a worn mattress. It also suggests a two piece slip cover design with a dust ruffle and cap for a spring-on-legs bed to create an attractive lounge area.

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Pink and Blue Baby Shower Honors Mary Joan Wolfe

A pink and blue baby shower for Mary Joan Wolfe infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Sherm Wolfe was hosted by Annabelle Hite with Lorene Crone. Twelve guests socialized with pinochle at two tables and a cooperative Lady stroller was presented as a gift.

Mary Joan Wolfe Sherm Wolfe Annabelle Hite Lorene Crone Phyllis Crone Doris Nordyke Joe Wolfe Edward Wolfe Carrol Warford Curtis Long Jane Tucker Art Prall Sherman Gault Harold Kline Gilbert Mills

Surprise Birthday for Mrs. Foster by Washington OES

Officers of Washington chapter Order of Eastern Star and their spouses hosted a surprise birthday party for Mrs. Lloyd Foster on Monday. Twenty five attended with baskets of food and best wishes, as pinochle winners were announced.

Washington Order of Eastern Star Lloyd Foster A. R. Krause Victor Blattner Foster Foster Bagge Palmer Schilling Fred J Genesis Guy Cole Will Sheetz Art Swift

Entertain Club Hosts Dessert Luncheon

Mrs. Carl Hedges hosted a dessert luncheon for Priscilla club members. Guests included Mayme Shearer Dade Shearer Mrs Glen Conard and other attendees.

Entertain Club Carl Hedges Priscilla Club Mayme Dade Shearer Glen Conard

Social afternoon hosted by Mrs Wahneetah Incalle

Mrs Wahneetah Incalle hosted a spring social with her sister Mrs Will E. Jones assisting in serving. Guests enjoyed living room bouquets and several contests during the afternoon.

Li Perso Will E. Jones

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Lee J. Henry Hauenstein Otteman W. L Little 10 & M Qaqaa Phyllis Evelyn Cupp Robert Choate David Munro West Chester Guy Carlton Dubuque Walter Wells James Owen Nancy Kuntz Harry Kuntz Route One Caspers Allové Pepsi-Cola Company Long Inland City, N. Y Pepsi Cola Bottling Co Oskaloosa Rex Sfining TIN Shop Mrs. Foster Ai Harry McCall Wahneetah Incalle Pastel Classics Venus
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