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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1932

Page

6

Social clubs host gatherings in May with bridge and announcements

Highland Social club guests include Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Boyd and two daughters along with Mrs. Helen Mercer of Illinois. Ainsworth club, led by Mrs. Eather Trotter, held bridge with two new members and high scores by Mrs. Rabenold. American Made club enjoyed readings and music. Miss Vivian Allen’s luncheon announced a June 1 Wayland wedding of Lyle Zehr and Miss Allen. Married plans for Kalona teachers to Texas.

Highland Social Club Roy Steele Ralph Boyd Gladys Donager Helen Mercer Ilinois O'Conner Ainsworth Madge Morris Eather Trotter Madge Rabenold Leona Buenneke Tyine Rabenold Mildred Morris Wayh Norman T. C. Davis Washington Leona Buenneke West Cester Fred Forinash Esthel Rittenhouse Helen Martin Eleanor Augustine J. D. Dayton E Craig Dayton Forinash Pauline Forinash Vivian Allen Omer Boshart Wayland Boshart Omer Roth Miss Allen E. C. Allen Lyle Zehr Fannie Zehr Texas

Lily Lou Sings Micaela in Paris Dream

Lily Lou endures fittings and nerves as she sings Micaela in Carmen at a Paris theater. She feels fear fade to pride after a successful first act, while Madame Nahlman schemes for her future stardom and control.

Lily Lou Micaela Madame Nahlman Bess Nahiman Lily Desere Dejere Woodlake Ken Nahlman Madame Susanne Cain Angel Blumenthal Mademoiselle Dejere Susanne Gilda Paris Opera Aida Italy Dresden Elsa Susanne Carmen Mignon Butterfly Marguerite Lucia Violetta

Dinner Given for Junior College Class of 1932

The Washington junior college graduates dinner was held at the Country club with freshmen entertaining. About eighty two were served as flowers and decorations brightened the venue. The program was led by William Masson with songs by a quartet and a ladies trio, and dancers followed the program.

Presbyterian Ladies R L. McGugin Anna Scott RURAT Mrs. Norton Washington Junior College William Masson Mary Pauls Harold Ahrens Althea Montgomery Dean Harland Mead Ernest Marshall Roy Finch John Owen Harvey Coulter Wilma Walker Dorothy Masson Josephine Hull L. A. Jones A. I. Atchison Claude Tucker P. J. Etter Sherman Watson Ruth Foster Alice Shelanovski Lucile Nicola Robert McFarlane Ruth Gideon Vivian Zear Mar

Mother Daughter Banquet Led by Lions Club in Columbus Junction

In Columbus Junction on May 27 the Lions Club hosted the annual Mother Daughter banquet at the high school with attendance from farmers business and professional men. A program directed by Mrs. Lew is and others featured music and a play Mother Blessing's Job with cast including Mrs. Gilkey and several Misses. Poppies will be sold Saturday by Boy Scout troops under American Legion Auxiliary. A new drinking fountain was installed on Main Street by the town council. The Merry Mixer club met with several visitors from nearby towns and Mrs. Lewis hosted a bridge evening in honor of Miss Norma Lewis.

Columbus Junction The Lions Club Jay Felgar J. Lewis Effie Kelly J. H. Huston Fay Green W. H. Gilkey Marine Shearer Margaret James Elizabeth Gentzler Jean Hanft Jocelyn McRoberts Carol Maraden Mary Louise Willmering Dorothy Peters William Connor M. A. Davison Boy Scout American Legion Auxiliary G. C. Neiswanger Main Street Merry Mixer Club T. A. Todd David Stapp Martha Davis Cotter Pauline Smith Ainsworth Edward Murphy Mary Owen Vivian Bridges F. A. Lewis Faye Bridge

Special Saving for Chevrolet Owners Next Week

The Tucker and Bieber Chevrolet company offers a weekly service special for Chev rolet owners including washing polishing lubrication and top dressing at 4.25 versus 6.75 regular price. The campaign started March 27 and aims to ready cars for summer travel while boosting shop activity and goodwill.

Chevrolet Tucker & Bieber Chevrolet Company Tucker Adv

West Chester Kittenball Scores Spotlight Local League

West Chester Miamond ball league opened with the Baptist U P defeating Produce 14 to 13 in a close game as Russel Skinner forced the final strike with bases loaded. Last week Business Men's team beat Produce 10 to 1 and a Friday match featured Business Men against Methodist Epworth League. Next week’s schedule lists Methodist versus Produce on Wednesday and Business Men versus Baptist U P on Thursday with date changes possible.

West Chester Miamond Baptist U. P Russel Skinner Business Men Methodist Epworth Methodist

Funeral for William Estle In Gravity Estate Attended

William B. Estle, 87, former resident, died and funeral held at Gravity home May 19. He was born January 14, 1845 in Concord township and married Sarah Catherine Richardson on October 21, 1875. They had no children but raised nieces Katie and Catherine Richardson and Grace Hail Gray in their home.

H. Shearer Charles Estle William B. Estle Gravity Mr. Estle Concord Township Sarah Catherine Richardson Estle Katie Catherine Richardson Grace Hail Gray Clifford Histed T. F. Hanft Theodore Cline Walter Cline Silvis George Felgar Mexico Jay Felgar Charles Eliason Hamiston R. G. Kiel Williamsburg Ollie Shearer Amanda Parsons Cherry Avenue

Week in Review highlights town events and obituaries

News review lists cheer from a dental parade with 716 students, school banners for 100 percent achievement, patient deaths including Mrs. Moore and Mrs. McAvey, calls to a high school play Shirt Sleeves, a church honor for L. Y Young, kittenball games near town, a burglary with nine watches taken, a Shrine party for Mrs. Rose Reid, and obituaries for Linton T. Latta of College Corners with surviving children in Pensacola Omaha and Washington D C.

the Heights

Miss Myrtle Orris Returns From Yarmouth As Neighbors Mourn

In Crawfordsville on May 28 Miss Myrtle Orris returns from Yarmouth where she finished a year as music teacher. The community here is saddened by the death of Mrs. Mary Moore, a longtime neighbor and friend.

Crawfordsville Myrtle Orris Yarmouth Mary Moore

Doctor Says Mind May Cause Indigestion

A Lynchburg News note suggests mental state could trigger stomach discomfort and adds that many people may not need to worry about such indigestion.

Lynchburg

Local resident remembered fondly by community

Residents recall a longtime local woman who lived here for many years and left a large circle of friends who will miss her greatly.

Washington

Artificial Head Covering Origins of Wig Named

A note explains that wig short for peri wig from the French perruque meaning a head covering of artificial hair. The etymology traces from French origins to a term used for hair coverings.

Peri Perruque

Divorce Grounds Called Silly by Cleric

The Rev Harold Holt said ninety percent of divorces are granted on silly grounds as the Episcopal Church begins a series of marriage instructions for those contemplating marriage in the church. The program marks a push for mandated marital duties education.

Chicago INS Harold Holt National Council of the Episcopal Church Episcopal Church

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