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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1931

Page

5

Washington IX club meets at Olds home for bridge and luncheon

The IX club of Washingtor met at Mrs. Charles Faulkner's Olds home with guests including Mrs. Ralph Miller and Mrs. Rh. C. Risk of Washington. High bridge scores were Mrs. John Huston and Mrs. Harry Drake. A two course luncheon followed with bridal wreath and spring bouquets. Next meeting planned with Mrs. Riley Provance of Ottumwa.

IX Club of Washingtor Charles Faulkner Olds Ralph Miller B. E. Huston V. KE. Nordstrom Cecil Lease Ralph Gorham Rh. C. Risk Washington John Huston Harry Drake Harvey Waggoner Riley Ottumwa

They Say What Feature In The Journal Do You Like Best

Readers name Will Rogers and the By the Ways column as favorites while others admit no single feature stands out yet many still rely on the front page back page and inside sections. Spring flowers are mentioned.

Nellie Peitter

Pythian Sisters Hold Regular Meeting at K P Hall

The Pythian Sisters met Tuesday evening in the K P Hall with refreshments and a social hour planned. Miss Wildamae Hutton was honored at a linen shower hosted by Miss Isa belle Davis, as she prepares to wed Ted Branson of St Joseph Mo. Linen gifts were delivered in a special delivery package from the bridegroom.

Pythian Sisters K. P. Hall Wildamar Hetton Wildamae Hutton Isabelle Davis Miss Hutton Ted Branson St. Joseph Davis Miss Davis C. O. Davis

Grace Hill Social Ties Highlight Community Play

Grace Hill residents attended a Wellston school social last Tuesday with a lively program and a cats theme. Nora McKinstry Lotte Robertson and Dale visited New Haven play day activities Saturday. Ladies Aid plans a community house playlet next Wednesday with free admission and a donation collection.

Grace Hill Wellston Nora McKinstry Lotte Robertson Dale New Haven

Kruschen Daily Dose Advertises Quick Joyful Results

An advertisement urges taking Kruschen every morning promising satisfaction after the first bottle with a money back guarantee. It emphasizes a daily dose as the key to feeling better and enjoying immediate relief.

Mother-Daughter Banquet Held by Junior Catholic Daughters

The Junior Catholic Daughters of America hosted a mother daughter banquet at the Knights of Columbus hall last evening with about thirty five in attendance. Dolores Keifer served as toastmistress and Loretta Cantoni gave the welcome. Elizabeth Ragan spoke on the Junior Court and Helen Ryan addressed Our Counsellors. A vocal trio performed and Father J H O Donnell responded to Esther Wheelan's tribute to Our Father. A fried chicken dinner followed.

Knights of Columbus Dolores Keifer Troop One Alyss Flynn Loretta Cantoni Elizabeth Ragan Helen Ryan Troop Two Gina Bianchi Lorefia Cantoni Esther Wheelan J. H. O'Donnell J. A. Sodini Catherine Swift Hilda Marcucci Agnes Wheelan

State board faces probe over duty administration

State examiners filed a report alleging irregularities in board duties. Board members named were R. C. Bode CC C Hickle and O. W. Hardman.

R. C. Bode CC. C Hickle O. W. Hardman

Legion Auxiliary to Dedicate Memorial in Washington County

The Legion Auxiliary dedicates a World War memorial monument for local fallen. The service at Elm Grove Cemetery is Sunday afternoon May 24 at 3, following the G A R memorial at First United Presbyterian Church at 2. Transportation will be provided for Gold Star parents and other guests. notify Mrs. Walter Conner by Friday.

Legion Auxiliary Washington County Elm Grove Cemetery First United Presbyterian Church G. A. R. and Relief Corps Gold Star Walter Conner

Factor’s tax question as extradition case unfolds

John Factor known as Jake the Barber faces questions over why he paid no income tax on an amount reported to exceed 1000000 made on the stock market. The U S government seeks his explanation while awaiting extradition decision to England on swindling charges.

Chicago England John Jake

Local Notes From Pleasant Plain May 18

Mrs. Alex Gevock reports social visits and illness updates in Pleasant Plain and Perlee. The General Store at Perlee burned Tuesday evening, run by Russel Simmons. Raymond Burke and Ray Lamansky led a dance at Supalla Hall with guests from Brighton and Mitchell visitations noted.

Pleasant Plain Leo Fritz Dick Allison Joseph Rogall Herman Fairfield Bern Dobras John Shemanski Agnes Shelangouski Herome Paul Hall Vincent Shelangouski Dorothy Anthony Shelanzouski Perlee Russel Simmons Tony Peck Batavia Charles Peck Supalla Hall Raymond Burke Ray Lamansky John Zelinski Brighton Anthony Shelangouski Mitchell South Dakota Washington

Social Cavendars and Church Gatherings Agenda

Fortnightly club art department postponed to 7:00 PM Friday with Miss Alice Van Vilee at Mrs. A. Anderson's home. West Chester Women’s Home Missionary Society meets with Mrs. Niffernegger on May 22 for a Mother’s Day program. Baptist ladies plan a mothers and daughters banquet at 6:30 PM May 22 at the United Presbyterian church featuring “A Trip to Europe.” Baptist church women hold monthly meeting Friday afternoon. Wallace school kindergarten party at 10:00 AM Friday for next year’s attendees. Heights kindergarteners host next year’s pupils at 2:00 PM with Miss Corrine Martin of Waterloo to teach.

Jolly Joker 4H Ruth Johnson Rosella Hotle Alice van Vilee A. Anderson Women's Home Missionary Society of West Chester Niffernegger The Baptist Ladies of United Presbyyterian Church Europe Wallace School Wallace Heights Corrine Martin Waterloo

Public installation event for The Neinbow for Girls chapter 38

The Order of the Neinbow for Girls chapter 38 will hold a public installation at 3 p m Sunday May 24 at the Masonic temple. Everyone is invited to attend.

Order of the Neinbow Masonic Temple

Memorial Services Date Change for West Chester WLR

The West Chester WLR announces a change of date for memorial services from May 24th to May 84st. The notice lists a service cost of $513 and outlines that the event will proceed on the new date as planned.

West Chester Wlr

Bob Willits Visits Davenport Today

Bob Willits of Davenport is in town today for unspecified engagements, drawing local attention to his appearance and schedule during the day in the city.

Bob Willits Davenport

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