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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1946
Page
3
A major operation occurred this week at Bell Evue Hospital in Muscatine as medical teams carried out extensive procedures. Local officials reported high patient stability after surgery and ongoing post op monitoring.
The list includes Mary Agnes Suffey makeup artist, Helen Mitchell, Betty Stolley, Norma Kasper, Vergermaine Vochoska in publicity and tickets, Richard Dutler, Helen Mitchell, Betty Strolley, Norma Kasper and Vegermaine Vochoska as ushers, with Duane Latta as electrician.
The article lists forms of early currency such as hoes rock salt feather bands axe blades shells and sperm whale teeth noting their use as primitive money across various societies.
Mrs. Chas. Cannon presided as hostess at the Sunshine Community club meeting with 16 members present. Household hints, a Mother’s Day reading, news items, a piano solo, and a magic tricks segment entertained guests.
Mr and Mrs Raivoh V Bauer announce the engagement of their daughter Norma of Chicago to Dean Carney son of Mr and Mrs P H Carney of Nevada Iowa The wedding is planned for August The bridegroom elect was recently discharged from service.
Mr. and Mrs. D. N. Anwyl hosted a noon dinner honoring Supt. and Mrs. Calvin Dodds of Beaumont California. Seven guests attended with spring flowers as the centerpiece. Darla Martin assisted with serving a two course chicken dinner. Out-of-town guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Dunn of Wyman.
Mrs Acchie M Euwer presided at the Legion Auxiliary meeting. Reports covered clothing for a assisted girl Florence, prizes and magazines for Knoxville facility, yarn requests, and a poppy sale set for Saturday May 25. Memorial day plans, scholarship talk, and nominating committee were also discussed.
Mrs I J Gehringer and two children return to Burlington after a ten day visit at the Ryan home on West Second street. Mrs C E Boshart receives a Mother's Day gift of a dozen roses from daughter Verla now living in Oakland California.
Karl W. Fischer of Vinton, Iowa resigns as Commissioner of Public Safety. R. B. Laird of Sidney named acting commissioner. Laird becomes commissioner Fred Wilkins of Boone, later replaced by appointee of Gov. Blue. Fischer’s resignation likely puts Wilkins as acting commissioner for the balance of the term. The post will be open again next year.
Mary Allred daughter of Grace Davison Washington and Eugene Stone son of Wal lard Stone Coppock were married Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. K. Len ninger. Dr. Fred E. Miller officiating at a single ring ceremony at seven. The couple were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Earl Dickinson Brighton. The home was decorated with spring flowers. The bride wore a blue crepe street length dress with black accessories. Mrs. Dickinson sister of the bride wore aqua street length dress with brown accessories. They will live in Coppock where he works at Wayland.
Mrs Claud Bain hosted an afternoon gathering of 11 women who organized their pinochle group as U go I go with Mrs Val Fuhr as president and officers including Mrs E H Whitehead secretary treasurer. Refreshments followed, assisted by Mrs Whitehead and Mrs S N Sorrell.
Mrs R H McCleery and Mrs H H McCleery hosted a May Public Affairs luncheon at the former’s home with Carolyn Hamilton assisting. Eighteen members answered roll, Maud McCreedy led a brief business session, and Mrs E J Hesselschwerdt presented Solution in Asia followed by a discussion.
George Stetzel 28 of Carroll county died in a farm accident when the tractor he was driving overturned in a waterhole and pinned him under water. His father Ira Stetzel found the body after George did not return for supper. Coroner R. J. Serlie said it was a freak mishap on a farm near Carroll.
A University of Iowa blaze at East hall early this morning caused about 25 000 dollars in damage, destroying seven top floor rooms and the visual aids department, extension division, and German phonetics lab. Equipment losses may reach 40 000 dollars. Firemen fought the flames from 5 39 a m for nearly three hours. cause is under investigation.
Notices list upcoming meetings and events for groups in West Chester including the Past Chiefs Association P.E.O. Chapter 1 Masonic temple dinners Rebekah lodge W C T U W S C S and junior mission societies. Activities span Thursday through Monday with times and hosting details.
Des Moines reports that local draft boards will review occupational and agricultural deferments for men aged 20 to 25 as a draft bill amended by Congress draws near. Headquarters says induction of 18 and 19 year olds, fathers, and registrants over 28 has stopped, leaving officials doubtful about finding many more inductable Iowans in the target age group. Monthly quotas suggest little may be available for induction next month.
Brigadier General Charles H Grail Iowa selective service director says removal of teens from the draft halts inductions in Iowa. Washington orders stop all inductions of fathers and men over 26 after stop gap draft extension to July 1. Iowa may review agriculturally deferred lists for future calls while few residents over 28 remain uncalls.
The annual mother-daughter event at West Chester will hold a tea on Wednesday afternoon May 22 at 2 o'clock in the Federated church. A program is planned and everyone is invited to attend.
Pineapples are ripe when center stems pull out easily. If hard, wait a few days. A good pineapple has a clean fragrance. Fresh fruit is best eaten uncooked, as cooking or canning alters jellying qualities. Uncooked pineapple should not be used in gelatin dishes due to its enzymes.
Ames Iowa May 16 Prof Ralph Moyer an Iowa State college highway research engineer predicted a sharp increase in Iowa accident fatalities during the heavy June July and August vacation travel. He warned drivers will use old cars with poor brakes and weak tires and attempt prewar speeds. He noted 1946 fatalities already double last year at this time and urged observing safety rules to prevent more deaths.
The federal government holds the most forest land in the United States. The typical farmer owns 27 acres of woodland, enough to yield lumber for a six room house each year.
Marianne Ledger celebrates her fifth birthday today, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Ledger. Helen Lou Baker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leland S. Baker, marks her twelfth birthday with school friends. Congratulatory notices also honor Mrs. Peter Witting Edna Bridges Mrs. Clara Warren Mrs. Donna Belle Kephart Rodgers Mrs. Armiene Erwin Mildred Oldfield Mrs. Anton Kauffman of Douglas Mrs. John Kauffman of Nobte Mrs. Ralph T. J. Kleese and Mrs. Forrest Lance of Franklin district.
Funeral services for Rita Jean Teslik 11 were held at Trinity Methodist Church Riverside with burial in Riverside Cemetery. She died after measles led to pneumonia at an Iowa City hospital. Survivors include parents Edward and Mrs Teslik and four brothers and sisters. A junior class play Mystery in the Library was staged at Riverside High School with faculty supervisors and student cast members.
The United Presbyterian church at Columbus City unanimously extended a call to Rev. C. G. McKnight of Cambridge Ohio to serve as pastor. The McKnight family will move into the parsonage soon.
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