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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1945

Page

2

Funeral Attendees Extend Palmer Family Circle

A funeral service for R. B. Palmer drew relatives and friends from distant places. Attendees include Mrs. W. D. Palmer of Davenport and other Palmers from Keota Moline Batavia and Jacksonville Fla. Local members plan a Chicago trip for a few days while Homer Smothers visits for his daughter Mitzi’s graduation.

R. B. Palmer W. D. Palmer Davenport J. S. Palmer Keota C. E. ‘Maplethorpe Wellman Robert Scott Moline Dewey Horning W. E. Pardon Brighton Willard Palmer AMM Jacksonville Fla E. Loran Palmer Patricia Batavia G. M Jim’ Humble Neil Norman Audrey Chicago Homer Smothers Des Moines Mitzi

Fern Pastry Shop Closure and Local Visits

Fern Pastry Shop will be closed all next week. Mrs. Elmer D. Ross of Memphis Missouri visited her daughter Bertha Ross, an instructor here, and returned home. Leland Morrison of Mineapolis Minnesota called on friends after visiting Fairfield for commencement activities for his son Douglas.

Fern Pastry Shop Elmer D. Ross Memphis Bertha Ross Leland Morrison Mineapolis Minn Fairfield Douglas Fairfield High School Mr. Morrison

Hospital Dismissals And Birth Report From Keota Area

Frank Marsh of Keota was discharged Thursday. Mrs Virgil Lintz and son Robert Virgil from route four were discharged last evening. Mrs Homer Martin of Iowa City Wayne Pratt from Harper and Mrs Everett Lewis route two were discharged this afternoon. Frank Wickenkamp Richland underwent an appendectomy this morning. Mrs Charles Wells East Main street was admitted last night and Mrs Joseph Shalla route four admitted this morning as medical patients. Mr and Mrs Anthony Mondia North Avenue B are parents of a six pound twelve ounce son born at 4 40 this morning. Mrs Harold Wilson East Seventh street underwent a tonsillectomy this morning.

Frank Marsh Keota Virgil Lintz Robert Virgil Route Four Homer Martin Iowa City Wayne Pratt Harper Everett Lewis Frank Wickenkamp Richland Charles Wells East Main Street Joseph Shalla Anthony Mondia North Avenue B Harold Wilson East Seventh Street

Baseball scores from Major Leagues quick roundup

The card lists a series of old league results including New York 5 over Chicago 44 and St Louis 5 over Boston 0 with other scores such as Detroit 2 over Philadelphia 3 Washington over New York 5 Cincinnati 2 Pittsburgh 5 Boston 3 over Chicago 4 Philadelphia 38 over St Louis 9 and Brooklyn 7.

New York Chicago St. Louis Boston Detroit Philadelphia Cleveland Washington Cincinnati Pittsburgh Brooklyn W.L. Pet New York Mn Kroston National Leagle Brooklyn Li St Louis Pitsburgh Chicago Ae Poston Neimati Es

Births and Illness Mix at University Hospital Iowa City

Mr and Mrs Hubert Kolosick announce the birth of a daughter Karoli ay born this morning at University hospital Iowa City. Mrs William F Miller of Pleasant Hill is critically ill after a major operation Thursday entering May 7. Mrs Miller celebrated her birthday May 24 with many cards. Dinner guests included multiple relatives from Illinois Texas and Massachusetts as families visit Wayland Cambridge and Galveston areas.

Hubert Kolosick University Hospital Iowa City Karoli William F. Miller Pleasant Hill C. Harry Davis A. C. Anders John Albert David Chris Thorton, Ill

Divorce Petition Filed by Anna Mae Borkoski

Anna Mae Borkoski filed for divorce from L. A. Borkoski in district court. They wed September 29, 1944 in Washington. She seeks restoration of her maiden name Anna Mae Howard, return of bought furniture, and court costs. Represented by L. J. Kehoe.

Anna Mae Borkoski Clerk of District Court L. A. Borkoski Washington Anna Maa Howard L. J. Kehoe

Birthday Greetings From The Journal’s Readers

Mrs J R McCreedy marks 76th birthday as a Three Quarter Century club member. Marilyn White turns six. her father Mr Boyd White serves overseas. Jerry Lee Pickering celebrates his third birthday. he is son of Mr and Mrs E E Pickering. Others observing birthdays include Mrs Daisy Huber Crawfordsville Stanley Lemley Wellston J N Phillips Dr F G Livesay Francis Eugene Beliel LeRoy Pratt in the navy at Brewerton Washington.

J. R. McCreedy The Journal Marilyn White Boyd White Jerry Lee Pickering Mrs E. E. Pickering Daisy Huber Crawfordsville Stanley Lemley Wellston J. N. Phillips F. G. Livesay Francis Eugene Beliel Francis Beliel LeRoy Pratt Navy Brewerton, Wash

Social calendar listings for community clubs

Monday Handcraft department section 3 cooperative dinner 6 30 p m Mrs A Peterson bring table service. Tuesday tricilla club 1 15 o clock des Sert c Mrs G F Foster Grace Hill Ladies Aid society afternoon Community building Notice change of meeting Thursday H J club afternoon Mrs GeorgesShalla.

A. ©. Peterson Triscilla Club Grace Hill Ladies Aid Society

Luncheon Meeting of Baptist Women at Shebeck Home

The Baptist Women's Missionary Society met at Mrs Shebeck's home with 18 members and a guest Mrs Naomi Kephart. Mrs Ben Coppock led devotional and readings from Acts while Rev and Mrs A Trenerry offered prayers. Mrs A Votruba presided with a program on Foreign Missions and next year's study theme Thy Spirit Kindles the Flame.

John Shebeck J. N. Dodd C. V. Brown Shebeck Baptist Women’s Missionary Society Naomi Kephart Ben Coppock A. Trenerry A. Votruba Trenerry

Birthday greetings for Ruth Marie Blattner and others

Ruth Marie Blattner marks her 16th birthday as daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Blattner. Tomorrows anniversaries honor Lt. and Mrs. William W. Brown Captain and Mrs. Gene Tucker and Staff Sergeant and Mrs. Louis Larsen. James Dudley Carey turns two tomorrow. Grant Arvin Poindexter and Gladys Ruth McNeill celebrate third birthdays. Lt Brown and Sgt Larsen have served abroad.

Ruth Marie Blattner Victor Blattner William W. Brown Gene Tucker Louis Larsen Brown James Dudley Carey John Carey Grant Arvin Poindexter Robert Poindexter Gladys Ruth McNeill M. B. McNeill Wapello

Birthday dinner celebration for Roberta Ann Wiley

Congratulations tomorrow go to Fred Radda 78 year old farmer north of town Sunday dinner will also be a birthday dinner for Roberta Ann Wiley daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Wiley morrow are Mrs Wilbur Rose of Crawfordsville Mrs S P Finch Mrs Claude Rhodebeck J E Linder Mrs Arthur Atack of Aberdeen S Dak Mrs William Lyle Lantz of Riverside

Fred Radda Roberta Ann Wiley Mrs Robert Wiley Wilbur Rose Crawfordsville S. P. Finch Claude Rhodebeck J. E. Linder Arthur Atack Aberdeen S. Dak William Lyle Lantz Riverside

Spanish War Vets to Hold Memorial Day Dinner

Spanish War Veterans commander Mert M. Ehrenfelt of the Albert M. Huff camp announces a noon dinner meeting at the Congress hotel after Memorial Day public exercises. All members are asked to attend.

Mert M. IL. Ehrenfelt Albert M. Huff Congress Hotel

Card of Thanks from H. D. Kleese

H. D. Kleese expresses gratitude for kindness from friends through letters cards flowers and other gestures during a months long rheumatism struggle.

H. D. Kleese

Mrs Clair Holmes Hosts Sunset Circle Meeting

Mrs Clair Holmes entertained the Sunset Circle Thursday afternoon with most members present. Guests included Mrs Er Davis and Mrs Joe Johnston as they spent the afternoon knotting a comfort. The next meeting will be with Mrs John Jones on the regular meeting day.

Clair Holmes Sunset Circle Er. G. Davis Joe Johnston John D. Jones

The Farm Lease Should Be Written

The article argues written farm leases reduce disputes between landlords and tenants. It notes oral contracts cause misunderstandings and moves by tenants are costly. Written forms are available at county agents’ offices to promote harmony and protect both parties.

Rabbit hunting drives most shells and meat in U S year

In normal years rabbits receive more shotgun shells than any other North American game and provide the most meat for hunters. Missouri rabbits yield about 6 million animals and around 10 million pounds of dressed meat, contributing nearly 69 million pounds nationwide.

Missouri

Cleaning artificial flowers with salt in a bag

Instructions describe placing flowers blossom end down in a paper bag with table salt. Seal bag around stems and shake vigorously until dust is removed, then shake again to remove salt.

Cast and Committees Host Dinner for One Mad Night Cast

Mr and Mrs Dave Elder opened their home at 1140 South Iowa Avenue for a cooperative dinner attended by 40 guests. Members of the One Mad Night cast and the property stage and lighting committees plus spouses dined at informal small tables on the porch and lawn and later staged a skit. Names listed include Ralph Kleese Mrs Robert Choate Mrs Everett Simpson D P Livingston Ernest Miller Bill Shannon. Guests painted their names and roles on cheesecloth curtains used in the dining room.

Dave Elder Iowa Avenue Hollywood Ralph Kleese Robert Choate Everett Simppson D. P. Livingston Ernest Miller Bill Shannon

Proper Liver Cooking Rules from Historical Guide

The guidance warns against overcooking liver to avoid toughness. High heat or long cooking times toughen liver. Broil or sauté only briefly to remove redness. Pork liver should be fully cooked like pork. For flavor, braise with vegetables or use in stews or loaves for pork or mature beef liver.

Faculty Breakfast Marks End of School Year

Members of the Washington Teachers association held their annual May breakfast at the high school homemaking parlors. Robert Wead, president, noted changes for next year as Alvin Tervelt becomes president with Ann Baskett as vice president and Finifred Long as secretary treasurer.

Washington Teachers Association Robert Wead Offiicers Alvin Tervelt Ann Baskett Finifred Long Tervelt Mick Mr. Young Homer Smothers Des Moines M. M. Scheil Leila Anderson Mary O'Neill Bernice Johnson Helen Levis Betty Halberg Mary Welch Ruth Lemley Bertha Ross Alberta Rinehart Jeanette Kyle Vera Fife Helen Caldwell

Birthday Notes For Frances Falk And Wenona Anderson

Frances Falk a student nurse at University hospital Iowa City will observe a birthday tomorrow Wenona Anderson daughter of Mr and Mrs Carl D Anderson of Pilotburg is also turning sixteen tomorrow confirming the pair share a special day in their communities

Frances Falk Unversity Hospital Iowa City Wenona Anderson Carl D. Anderson Pilotburg

Margaret Baker Turns Nine With Birthday Remembrances

Margaret Baker observes her ninth birthday today receiving several birthday remembrances including a cake. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs L Ss Baker.

Margaret Baker Mrs. L. Ss. Baker

Women's Council Meets at Church

The Women’s Council gathered yesterday afternoon in the Christian church social rooms with twenty five members present. Mrs Thomas Polk led the devotional and reviewed Anna and the King of Siam. Mrs Leven Airy reviewed Forward Together from the World Call. President Mrs Leslie Been blossom presided as officers were re elected for the coming year. In response to food shortages the council will discontinue meals bake sales are eliminated and members will contribute financially to the organization. Mrs William Putman was named

Women's Council The Christian Church Thomas Polk Anna Leven Airy Leslie Beenblossom William Putman Naim

Nancy Loveless Celebrates 7th Birthday at East Main Home

Nancy Kay Loveless daughter of Earl and Mrs. Loveless observed her seventh birthday with a party at 60 East Main Street. Seventeen guests from Stewart School and friends joined games outdoors and indoors. After a grab bag ice cream cake and punch were served by family members, with many remembrances given to the honoree.

Nancy Kay Loveless Earl Loveless East Main Street Nancy Kay Stewart School L. L. Loveless Marjorie Loveless

Social hour refreshments by notable committee

The social hour featured refreshments served by the committee including Mrs. C. W. Tucker Mrs. John Cupp Mrs. Harry Watkins Ms. Ed Mayhew and Mrs. Leonard Wheatley during the event led by the financial secretary.

Ed Financial C. W. Tucker John Cupp Harry Watkins Ed Mayhew Leonard Wheatley

Vitamin C Retains Best in Segmented Oranges

Experiments from the Arizona station show oranges served in segments hold more vitamin C than any other form. Sliced segments outperform juice, unstrained juice beats strained juice, and strained juice has only half to three quarters the vitamin C of segments. Orange juice may keep overnight in the refrigerator with little additional loss.

Arizona

May Meetings Of Ladies Aid Groups Reported

Presbyterian ladies groups held May sessions with 20 members at the first meeting led by Eva Denny. June 3 plans included a 1:30 dessert luncheon and hosting duties. Mrs. Carl Roberts reviewed Who Walk Alone. A Wiley Home gathering featured a Mother's Day program and a baby kit gift from Mrs. Sam Munson.

Ladies Aid Soeciety The Presbyterian Church Frank Crone Eva Denny Aid Society Carl. Roberts Gene Schneider Ray Lemley Charles Wiley C. S. Lemmon Sam Munson Tom Gerdes

Winching a Stricken Tractor With Cable Aids

Instructions describe using two steel cables secured to lugs on the tractor and led to a post behind it. When pulled taut the wheels backtrack along the cables, winding them onto the wheels to free the tractor without danger.

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Lloyd Scott Max Marble Lloyd Max Wolf’s Flower Thomas Simpson Major Charles Benz East Washington Street Donna Louise Benz Rex Benz S K Benz Cambridge, Mass Marion Sheetz Ralph Scott Richard Myers Frank Olvey Joan Scott Himmler Heinrich Himmler Gestapo Second Army NO Man’s Land Okinawa U. S. Marine Corps International Soundphoto H.J. Club GeorgesShalla Baptist Society Mrs. Clair Holmes Phono. Records Big Selection Lorden Music CO Opposite State Theatre Little Nancy Loveless J.B. Randle East Madison Ruth Foster Ladies Aid Mrs. Crone Fred L. Moore J. M. White Archie Kuwer Harve Wilson Wiley Home Leo Nardy Fred L. Stewart West Jefferson Barden Insulation Service Celotex Corporation of America Barden Insulation Service
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