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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1938

Page

2

Local Notes Highlight Teaching Moves and Events

Lucille Nicola, a New London teacher, spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Earl Nicola. Miss Harbison, a student at Iowa State Teachers College, will teach near Cerro Falls after a weekend visit with her parents Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Harbison. William Masson, son of Dr and Mrs. W. J. Masson, will teach commercial subjects at University High School in Iowa City beginning summer session and pursue a master’s degree at the University of Iowa. Reverend Carl W. Klein plans to attend a meeting in London with Evangelical synod members. lay representative Henry Witthoff and Miss Caroline Sheets also travel for church duties. Mr. and Mrs. Harry McCall and Mrs. Juanita Snealls return from a Sunny Tampa winter 娱乐.

Hazle Harbison Iowa State Teachers College M. L. Harbison Harbison Cer Falls St. James D. F. Macon Carl W. Klein Washington and Valley St Paul's

Merry Mixer Meeting Postponed to May 11

The Merry Mixer club meeting is postponed until May 11 and will be held at the home of Mrs. Donald Smith at 6512.

Merry Mixer Club Donald Smith

Cottage prayer meeting at Mrs Case home Wednesday

Presbyterian gathering set for Wednesday morning at 9 30 in the home of Mrs H F Case 412 East Seventh Street 6612

Presbyterian Cottage Prayer Meeting H. FE. Case Fast Seventh Street

Baseball Squad Opens Workouts at Blattner Field Tonight

Washington baseball club publicizes initial workouts at Blattner field east of town starting 6 15 pm. About 25 players will try out this week with a practice game planned Sunday. Season opens May 15 at Batavia and May 22 at Muscatine, home opener May 29 vs Harper. Money from last week’s carnival netted 35 dollars.

Ray Whitehead Washington Baseball Club Blattner Field Whitehead Batavia Muscatine Harper Washington

Baseball Standings and Yesterday's Scores Across Leagues

National League standings show Pittsburgh leading with 8 4 and .667 followed by Cincinnati and Philadelphia. American League lists Cleveland atop at .780 with Washington and Chicago next. several games yesterday included Philadelphia beating Boston 5 1 and New York defeating Brooklyn 7 6. Obituary notes express thanks from Harry Dusenberry and family and Emma and Alvin Shaw for sympathy in a bereavement.

W. L. Pet. Mae Foe Nancason Ll Pittsburgh Cincinnati Th. Tee New York Brooklyn Chicago St. Louis Cleveland Washington Geonccombe Harry Dusenberry Edith Schaffer Emma and Alvin Shaw

Office closure notice and social visit update

The notice states the office will be closed Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday by Dr T J Peace. Mrs Dan Brindley and her two children Danny and Linda of Moline Ill are visiting this week with her parents Mr and Mrs Ralph Thompson. Bob Thompson and Mr Brindley joined them for the weekend with other local visits noted.

T. J. Peace Dan Brindley Danny Linda Moline Ill Ralph Thompson Bob Thompson Mr. Brindley

Hospital Briefs From City Ailments and Dismissals

Maxine Baker underwent a minor operation this morning. Jean Hoben of Columbus Junction was admitted yesterday. Mrs Miles Shellman and her son were discharged to home in Winfield. Mrs Isaac Sprague and daughter Dianna Dea were discharged to West Chester. Howard Woodford of Brighton was discharged Saturday afternoon.

Maxine Baker Jean Hoben Columbus Junction Miles Shellman and Son Winfield Isaac Sprague Dianna Dea West Chester Howard Woodford Brighton

Morrow Elevated to Assistant General Freight Agent

J Morrow Jr promoted to assistant general freight agent with Chicago headquarters effective May 1. He gains jurisdiction east of the Missouri River on the Rock Island lines. Morrow, a 30 year veteran of the Rock Island traffic department, served in World War I and earlier led the Cincinnati office as general agent.

Chicago J. Morrow, Jr A. Mackenzie Rock Island Lines Morrow Rock Island Missouri River John B. Rayn Duluth Minnesota France Cincinnati, Ohio

Wayland High School Presents Guess Again Play

Wayland high school will present Guess Again by Glenn Hughes under Garnet LaVon Davey Tuesday May 3 at 7 p m The cast includes Janet Moore Madge Jarrard Bill Douglas Roger Wyse Henry Grimes Orval Miller Waldo Fitts George Boller Mrs Skinner Marjorie Martin Dora Mae Havel Blick Olive Ordway Mary Jane Stutsman Marcella Jenks Ruth Boshart Lord Wiggleton Richard Shively Bertie Blodgett Glenn Graber 8S Pratt Orlin Frey Renee Lamour Jane Berkshire Lulu Perkins Grace Wittriic Sol Messer John Diltutme

Wayland High School Guess Glenn Hughes Garnet LaVon Davey Janet Moore Madge Jarrard Bill Douglas Roger Wyse Henry Grimes Orval Miller Waldo Fitts George Boller Mrs. Skinner Marjorie Martin Dora Mae Havel Blick Olive Ordway Mary Jane Stutsman Marcella Jenks Ruth Boshart Lord Wiggleton Richard Shively Bertie Blodgett Glenn Graber H. Pratt Orlin Frey Renee Lamour Jane Berkshire Lulu Perkins Grace Wittriic Sol Messer John Diltutme

Mother Vineyard Roots Scuppernong Vines on Roanoke Island

The parent of all scuppernong vines in the lower Virginia and northeastern North Carolina areas is the Mother Vineyard located on Roanoke Island North Carolina, site of America's first English settlement.

Virginia North Carolina Roanoke Island N. C America

Islands Named Virgin Islands by Columbus

Columbus first sighted the Caribbean islands on his second voyage and impressed by their beauty and multitude of people he could not find enough saints to name them after. He called the group the Virgin Islands as a nod to St Ursula and her 11 000 virgins.

Virgin Islands Columbus St. Ursula

Backstage in Iowa Politics

In Des Moines on May 1 a petition reveals a settlement of a $46,000 second mortgage on the Ewing apartments, once owned by Senator Clyde L. Herring, for $1,000 under a last year’s stipulation with Iowa Loan and Trust receivers. Notes of the Herring Motor Company are appraised at $15,491.21 as no value. D. W. Bates, the state banking superintendent, is listed as the Iowa Loan and Trust receiver.

Des Moines Ewing Clyde L. Herring Iowa Loan and Trust Company George D. Jorgensen Carl Mesmer Ed Buckley Herring Motor Company D. W. Bates

Appraisal Quotation on Ewing Apartments Foreclosure

Appraisers note that first mortgage bonds were foreclosed sheriff sale held and sheriff's deed issued. Second mortgage bonds eliminated with large deficiency judgement prior to any bonds. Herring Motor Company is extinct and only possible value is a questionable guarantee by C L Herring.

Ewing Herring Motor Company C. L. Herring

Kraschel and Wilson Prepare for Fall Campaign

Gov N G Kraschel and George Wilson the Democrat and Republican gubernatorial candidates focus on the fall race. Kraschel will not rush the campaign while Wilson tours eastern Iowa visiting Davenport Marengo Iowa City and other towns. He plans a Cedar Rapids rally Thursday then Mount Pleasant.

N. G. Kraschel George Wilson Wilson Davenport Marengo Iowa City Cedar Rapids Mount Pleasant

Noteworthy La Follette Third Party Meeting Stressed

Town officials emphasized they were not necessarily joining the third party movement. Key figures working with Governor Kraschel include Bob Burlingame Byron Allen Garritt Roelofs and a state unemployment commission actuary reflects the tentative ties and policy overlap.

la Follette Wisconsin Bob Burlingame Kraschel Byron G. Allen Garritt Roelofs UN Employment Compensation Commission

Alesch Whipped Quote of the Week

Rep. Gus Alesch of Marcus Democrat laments in a campaign quote that Kraschel backs a strong opponent and says he feels whipped in the race. The remark frames an intense political contest with rival support shaping the outcome.

Rep Gus Alesch Marcus Kraschel

Friendly Circle to Hold an Exchange of Flowers

The Friendly Circle club will host a flower and bulb exchange at its Thursday meeting at the home of Mrs. Harley Davidson. Entertainment in the afternoon will be provided by a trio of committee members: Mrs. Charles Schiebel, Mrs. Walter Lon ger, and Mrs. Ralph Kelsey.

Friendly Circle Club Harley Davidson Charles Schiebel Walter Longer Ralph Kelsey

George Family Is Honored at Picnic in Sunset Park

Mr and Mrs Charles George and children Ruth Ann and Dickie were guests of honor at a family picnic in Sunset park yesterday noon. After dinner the men played ball and pictures were taken. The gathering included many Redlinger families and ends with the Georges planning to move Wednesday to Maryville Missouri where Mr George will be Graham store manager.

Charles George Ruth Ann Dickie Sunset Park M. J. Redlinger Matt, Jr Colleen Billy Berg Earl Redlinger Margaleen Duane Mary Louise Barbara Jane Hubert Redlinger Bobbie Jimmy Raymond

Weather Outlook for Des Moines and Great Plains May 2 to 7

May 1 weather bulletin projects occasional showers in Des Moines area early week, then generally fair conditions later with temperatures near normal. In the northern and central Great Plains, expect showers early and near the end of the week, with temperatures near or above normal.

Des Moines Mississippi Missouri Great Plains

Card of Thanks for Henry H. Farrier

The family thanks friends and neighbors for sympathy, flowers, and kindness after the death of Henry H. Farrier. Roy Farrier Mrs. Mary Curl Mrs. Rosa Curl The Grandchildren.

Henry H. Farrier Roy Farrier Mary Curl Rosa Curl

Swift reverses on using Soldiers' Home as polling place

Supt. F J Swift had board of control approval to refuse using the Marshalltown Soldiers home as a polling site. Chairman Harry C White favored a nearby location but approved keeping voting off state property. Observers question Swift's change, latest word is polling remains at the home.

Supt F. J. Swift Marshalltown Board of Control Harry C. White Swift

Des Moines Faces Bootlegging Rumors and Slot Machine Return

Reports say former liquor routes have reopened and a state sale policy angles to curb bootlegging, while enforcement notes slot machines reappearing in Des Moines and other areas. A crackdown has been promised by officials.

Des Moines

Governor Receives Utility Assessments From Board

The governor obtained information on utilities assessments from the board of assessment and review last week. J. Galvin of Sheffield will not be replaced on the IERA council, as the governor favors a smaller board. More paroled convicts are making good, per the parole board. A detailed report will be issued after July 1. Politicians call the primary campaign one of the deadest ever.

Board of Assessment J. Galvin Sheffield Iera Council Parole Board

Riverside Banquet Highlights Senior Class at Riverside High

Juniors and seniors of Riverside High staged a banquet at the Roosevelt hotel in Cedar Rapids marking commencement activities. The event featured blue and silver colors, a skating party program, and a toast by junior class president Phyllis Shalla. The senior class listed members include Joseph Allen and Richard Buchwalter among others.

Riverside Riverside Public School Roosevelt Hotel Cedar Rapids Phyllis Shalla Bellis Richar Buchwalte Margaret Jane Griffin Howard T. Holt H. C. Borup Rheta Herring Dale Burich Gail Kern Joseph Allen Bette Cress Gwendolyn Marner Richard Buchwalter Ferne Meeks Robert Workman Paramount Theatre Helen Bates Ruby Rath Eileen Luckey Ary Allen LaVonne Karel Dorothy Miller Dorothy Marshall Robert Frost Cleo Gerot Burton Fox John Goetz Ernest Swailes Howard T. Molt Miss Griffin Frances Brittin Mabel Clark Patricia Mougin Cecelia Foley

Birthday greetings dot the paper today

Several names are listed as having birthdays today. Richard Francis Ward turns five, Alice McDaniel, Walter Rukgaber, Arlene Lambert, Mary Welch, J K B Long, Shirley May Duncan, Frances Keesey, and Adeline Joyce Schneider are among those noted for birthday celebrations.

Co. M. Himmelreich Alice McDaniel Fayette James Schmoeller Walter Rukgaber

Funeral services for Mrs W A Dusenbery held

Funeral services for Mrs. W A Dusenbery were conducted at L A Jones funeral home led by Dr Arthur Atack. Pallbearers included Charles Owen Frank Stewart Charles Sehulty Frank McFarlane Williard Leet and Will Embree. Burial followed at Elm Grove cemetery.

W A. Dusenbery L. A. Jones Funeral Home Arthur Atack Charles Owen Frank Stewart Charles Sehulty Frank McFarlane Williard Leet Will Embree Elm Grove Cemetery

Kilmer Guenthers Host Hearthside Club Meeting

The Hearthside club met at Mr and Mrs Elmer Guenther home to play pinochle at three tables. Mrs Eli Jackson and Lloyd Augustine led high scores, Maxine Guenther played clarinet, and refreshments were served by the hostess with help from Mrs Fred Jarvis and Mrs Lloyd Augustine. Twenty five members attended.

Hearthside Elmer Guenther Eli Jackson Lloyd Augustine Maxine Guenther Fred Jarvis

Community Social Calendar Listing for Week

A dense social calendar lists meetings and events across organizations. Rainbow Girls Daughters of Veterans O E Club D A R and more hold evening and afternoon sessions, picnics, crafts, fundraisers, and charitable gatherings at churches halls and homes in West Chester with members urged to bring sandwiches dishes flowers and refreshments.

Rainbow Girls Ancumecnnene Tellvle Daughters of Veterans Cnnccaccen E. O. W. Club Laura Graham A. O. J. Guild Catherine Beenblossom South Ninth Avenue D.A.R Lloyd Lytle East Main Street ER. Bickford Jefferson Street Friendly Social Club W. N. Bradford East Third Street Flower Exchange J. G. Maxwell West Washington Street West Chester U. P. Church Pythian Sisters Regulary Meeting P. m K. P. Hall

Ladies Aid Plans Flower Exchange at St Pauls Church

The Ladies Aid society of St Pauls Evangelical church will hold a flower exchange at Thursday afternoon’s meeting. Members should come prepared for a special collection. The gathering is announced to start at 1 30 p m.

Pilotbore Ladies Aid Society Frank Stransky U. P. Young Women’s Missionary Society Arthur Duensing Cc. O West Chester M. F. Church Ladies Aid Society St Pauls Evangelical Church

Home Builders to Have Hard Time Party

The Home Builders class of the Methodist Sunday school will host a hard time party Thursday evening in the church social hall. A fine will be assessed for wearing good clothes. All young married church members are urged to attend for a good time promised.

Methodist Sunday School Tia

Annual Banquet of Juniors Seniors Uses Garden Motif

In Columbus Junction on May 1 2 the Junior Senior banquet was held in the Columbus High gym with 72 attendees. Theme was An Old Fashioned Garden. Eugene Meyers served as toastmaster, William Gilkey spoke for the seniors, and Craig Huston read the class prophecy. Leila Hanft delivered the closing line and led the class song. The school exhibit is set for May 10 and 11.

Columbus Junction Columbus High School Eugene Meyers William Gilkey Craig Huston Leila Hanft

Community notices from Local Club events and gatherings

Mrs. James Griggs and Mrs. Walter Boyer host eco event. Chapter J at PBO meets 1 pm. North Side east Meeting 230 pm. Mrs. C W Stewart at 302 Wes Main for Friendly Circle afternon. St Pauls Evangelical Ladies Aid 230 pm at Church Home Builders class. M E Sunday School hosts social evening. Rug demo by Mrs Lottie Hotchkiss 215 pm. Presbyterians Rebekahs initiation in evening. 0 0 F te

James Griggs Walter Boyer Lunsheen North Side East Meeting C. W. Stewart Wes Main Street Friendly Circle Club Harley Davidson St. Paul's Evangelical Ladies Aid Society Churet Home Builders M. E

Rug Demonstration by Mrs Hotchkiss Friday At Church

Group 2 of the Presbyterian Ladies Aid will sponsor Mrs Lottie Hotchkiss of South English to visit Washington and demonstrate hooked rug work at the Presbyterian church Friday from 2 15 to 4 15 pm. She has won fifty one ribbons and will give a public demonstration with a ten cent admission.

The Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society Washington Lottie Hotchkiss Presbyterian Church

Stewart Relatives Meet for Dinner

Mr. and Mrs. Everett Stewart hosted a family gathering at their home yesterday with a potluck meal for twenty five relatives. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Charles Williams of Genter Ville. After dinner the relatives spent the afternoon socially.

Everett Stewart Charles Williams Genter Ville

Breakfast and golf morning plan for Wednesday

All women interested in playing golf on Wednesday morning will meet at the North Side cafe for breakfast at 7 a.m. on Wednesday May 4. Golf matches will start at 7:30 a.m. at the country club following the breakfast.

North Side

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