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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1950
Page
4
The social calendar lists YWCA mixers and cooperative suppers at multiple homes and churches including West Chester Federated Church and Bethlehem Commandery. It notes afternoon circles, picnics, sewing and painting classes, and meetings for PEO, OES, WSCS, Rebekah lodge, and Junior Missionary Society with times and locations across town.
KALONA Mrs Jack Guengerich was hostess Monday evening to the Ladies Bridge club with two tables in play. Prizes were awarded to Hazel Dean Mrs T V Knerr and Mrs Kimbal Gates. Guest present was Mrs Grace Tilden.
Announcement details the marriage of Katherine L. Pewitt of Wapello and Keith Carey of Columbus Junction at 7 p.m. May 5 in Wapello Methodist Church. Dr. R Clifton Keagy officiated before 35 guests. Attendants were Mrs. Wilda Wiley and Bob Carey. A reception followed and the couple will reside on the Robert Carey farm tenancy near Columbus Junction.
Crawfordsville TTT chapter met at Mrs. Phillip Crawford’s home to report on the Des Moines state convention and elect officers. Mrs. Joe H. Jones was re-elected president with Bob Lauer as vice president and other officers named as recording secretary, corresponding secretary, treasurer, and historian. A guest party is planned for next Monday at Swedesburg parish hall.
A new cooking insight suggests beets preserve color better if peeled and diced or sliced before cooking, challenging prior ideas about preparation. The change points to improved appearance in prepared beet dishes and may influence home cook methods.
Handcraft II of the Fortnightly club held a Mother's Day tea at Mrs. Sam Turkington's home. Mrs. W. T. McIntyre led a surprise program with Mae Davis demonstrating chair caning. Eighteen members attended along with several guests. The group voted to skip refreshments next year and reviewed the coming program slate. Mrs. Ernest Beauchamp led the business portion and tea service was by Mrs. Beauchamp, Turkington, Davis, and Bartow.
Mr and Mrs Emil Peiffer entertained at a Mother's Day dinner Sunday honoring Mrs Peiffer's mother Mrs William Panter Twenty four guests were seated at three tables with spring flowers. A light lunch was prepared by Patricia and Mary Jo Peiffer and served before guests departed in the evening. Present were Mr and Mrs Panzer Mr and Mrs Clarence Mc Graw Jerry and Joyce Annet Pleasant Plain Mr and Mrs Elmus Brenneman Dick and David of Wayland Gary and Jerry Rosers of Washington and the Peiffer family.
Ruth Bridges demonstrated foundation garments and lingerie and judged the Better Groomed girl contest at the Farmerettes 4-1 club meeting. Lovisa Sojka was chosen to represent the club in June rally day.
VFW Auxiliary and the WRC sponsored a veterans dance at the Knoxville hospital Tuesday evening. Attendees included Mrs A P Moriarty, Helen Hessettine, Mrs Tina Holt, Mrs John Little, Mrs Winnie Beller, Mrs Dave McGaffey, Mrs Floyd Murdock, Mrs C M Brinning, Mrs Louise Reane, Mrs Ralph Williams, Mrs O I Sisk, Mrs John Shebeck, Mrs J H Campbell, Mrs Harold Kerr, Mrs Marsh Atkinson, Mrs Milt Steele Jr., Mrs Don Hazen, Mrs Ray Rowe, and Doris Carlson. Drivers were Mr Atkinson and Mr Murdock.
Junction PEO Chapter CX held its final spring meeting at Chautauqua Park after a picnic supper. Serving committee members listed. vice-president Mrs. Lester Orr reported on the Des Moines convention attended May 9 through 11.
The HH club met with Mrs. Howard McAtlin on Thursday with eight members present. Mrs. Richard Nicola, the president, led the business session. The afternoon included social time and refreshments provided by the hostess with help from Mrs. Walter Horning and Mrs. Nicola. The next meeting will be hosted by Mrs. Nicola.
Mrs. Lowell Harding entertained the Just Us club Tuesday afternoon with fourteen members sharing verses for Mothers Day. Club president Mrs. Harding led the meeting and received a birthday gift from mystery friend Mrs. Emma Campbell.
The Cedar Clippers 4-H club met with Marjorie Gamon Tuesday evening. Donna Cave, president, led the session. Miss Gamon was elected club delegate for the convention and Miss Gamon along with Miss Cave will form the club demonstration team. Ruth Witthott and Janet Booth will represent the club at field day. Miss Booth and Mrs. Wayne Knupp assisted in choosing the Better Groomed Girl. Tentative skating party dates were set.
The YWCA Mixers will be guests of Marjorie Gamon tomorrow evening for a cooperative fried chicken supper. Each member brings a dish to pass and their own table service. They will meet in the VW room at 6 50 p m for transportation with Mr and Mrs William Gamon hosting in their home.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Havel and sons entertained at a Mother’s Day dinner Sunday. A noon chicken dinner and a cake centerpiece were featured. Gifts were given to mothers present. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. EF.S. Shalla, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Cox and family, and Mr. and Mrs. Havel.
Twenty eight members and two visitors from Brighton attended the Pythian Sisters gathering Tuesday evening in the KP hall. Mrs Omer Conklin presided as chief. A potluck supper is planned for Monday at 6 34 pm at the hall. A refreshment committee was named for June 6. Those wishing to attend the Friendship meeting at Otumwea on May 26 should contact Mrs Conklin. Staff practice followed the meeting.
Ruth Rich was the guest of honor at a Crawfordsville bridal shower Saturday hosted by Mrs. Walter Rich and Mrs. Herbert Rich. Miss Rich will wed Gene Kash of Wellman in June. Guests shared games, embroidered dust cloths, and opened gifts around a tea table centerpiece featuring a bridal doll and apple blossoms.
Pleasant Ridge on May 13 faced strong winds causing tree trimming, damage to hog houses and barns, a blown television aerial, and shingles off roofs. No lives were lost. Local residents hosted and visited several neighbors including the Kauffman and Hesseltine families during the weekend.
Mrs. Clarence Lowe was honored on her birthday with a dinner hosted by daughters and daughters in law. Attendees included numerous relatives from Monmouth Illinois and surrounding towns, sharing gifts and warm wishes.
The article explores simple variations of stewed tomatoes adding butter bacon drippings onion bread cubes and combinations with corn beans peas or fresh cabbage. It suggests baked acorn squash with creamed vegetables as a centerpiece for a welcoming company dinner dish.
Community Sale every Friday at Whittaker sale barn. Livestock sale every Thursday Kalona Sales Barn Kalona Iowa. Iowa Livestock sales every Wednesday at Midway Sales Company Columbus Junction Iowa. Livestock Sale every Tuesday afternoon at 1 00 p m Old Livestock Exchange Ollie. Town.
A springlike Lemon Chiffon Pie features airy lemon filling two inches high and pale yellow color. The main secret is gelatine cooking with unflavored gelatin to boost fresh fruit flavor. beaten egg whites and lemon juice form the chiffon. Crust is a graham cracker or vanilla wafer crumb crust baked briefly, then filled and chilled. Garnish with whipped cream if desired. Yield is a 9 inch pie.
Garden Party at Mrs Don Maxwell home Tuesday honored corsage makers with Mrs Lester Orr winning for a pink azalea design. Thirty five attendees included Mrs Robert Minick and others. A program featured Audrey Wittetoe on accordion, a book review of The Joyful Gardener, and multiple garden department notices.
The WWEEK club met Monday evening in Crawfordsville. After a brief business session the group played canasta and enjoyed refreshments provided by Mrs Duane Henss.
Arlene Knupp was installed as worthy advisor at a public Masonic Temple ceremony. Frances Miller presided with assistance from Pat Brower Shirley Blattner and Carla Benell. Miss Knupp received lilac bouquets as ten girls formed a ceremonial escort.
A column reflects on May in Iowa 1850 with spring theater of blossoms and garden chores. It laments late spring, describes the Big Bend planting method for seeds, warns of fishing and golf fever, and recalls a Carnegie Hall inspired Fortnightly Club concert and a local kids encounter with a large bug on the school path.
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