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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1964
Page
4
Iowa Republicans consider adding a parimutuel betting plank to the state platform. Republican chairman Robert Ray urges full discussion of controversial issues at the July 29 Des Moines convention. He stresses public exposure without endorsing betting.
The Busy Bees 4-H Club met at Norma and Sandra Blodgett’s home with eight members and one guest. Nancy Vittetoe spoke on fabrics for cushions and scarves while Debby Baker Carol Wilson and Norma Blodgett demonstrated sewing techniques. A mitered corners talk, recreation, and a juniors discussion on the 4-H Camp were included. Refreshments were served by the hosts. The next meeting is set for June 8 at the Vittetoes.
Kalona Rebekah and Odd Fellow lodges shared a cooperative dinner and social evening at the Odd Fellow hall with a long list of attendees and helpers led by Mrs. C. R. Beckley and Mrs. L. J. Strickler. Additional gatherings included birthday and Mother's Day meals and visits among local families in Kalona and nearby communities.
Wayne Mitchell announces Michael Landon known as Little Joe on Bonanza will appear at all four Madison rodeo performances September 11 12 and 13 With acts and top cowboys vying for over 11000 in prize money and national standings Fans may request tickets by writing Rodeo Fort Madison Iowa
Mr and Mrs Larry Lukavsky of Anchorage Alaska announce the birth of a seven pound son Todd James on May 8. The baby was born on his brother Brian s third birthday. Paternal grandparents are Mr and Mrs Wm Lukavsky Riverside and maternal grandmother is Mrs Mary McShane Springville.
Nye to speak at the Mid-Prairie High School commencement on May 28 at 8 p.m. in the gym. The 67-member class will receive diplomas from Robert Stout as Principal G.R. Evans introduces the graduates. Baccalaureate is May 24 at 8 p.m. led by Rev. Arthur Ulrich with others assisting.
Three new playground pieces arrive at Wilson Memorial Park in Keota this week, bringing total play ground units to ten. The park features picnics tables benches a tennis court and a large baseball area with night lights and water. Local history notes credit funds from a 1952 or 1953 baseball team. Mr and Mrs A J Adams of Harper entertained guests from Twin Falls Idaho and attended First Communion for Kathryn Peiffer in Iowa City. Others visited the Vernon Adam family Wellman and the Lester Ledger family Keota. Bill Dawson remains seriously ill at home after a stroke.
In the 1962 European championships France and Italy faced off over a complex Ghestem Bacherich relay auction. The Italian North South reached six diamonds before a spade lead and poor splits doomed their slam try while Ghestem failed in six notrump after an artificial spade bid sequence. France won the championship.
The Women’s Society of Christian Service met at the Methodist Church in West Chester on a Wednesday afternoon with 29 members and guests Mrs. Earl Duvall and daughter. A Mother and Daughter Brunch is planned for June 10 with committees for program, rolls, fruit, dining room and coffee. Members heard a report on the District WSCS meeting at Washington and installation of officers will occur May 17. Bible school begins the first week in June.
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