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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1947

Page

3

Riverside couple to wed in June

May 28 Riverside announces the engagement and approaching marriage of Rita Stransky to Paul W DeCamp of Iowa City. The ceremony will be June 21 at St Marys Church Riverside. Rita, a graduate of St Marys and American Institute of Commerce, is a secretary at the Iowa City Press Citizen. Paul, a University of Iowa journalism graduate, is a reporter for the same paper and served as radar officer in the European theatre.

Riverside Rita Stransky Alvin Stransky Paul W. DuCamp Iowa City E. W. DeCamp Muscatine St. Mary‘s Church St. Mary's High School American Institute of Francis Edle Burlington Joseph Rosalia Sueppel George Tremmel Nick Edle Lawrence Draker Hills Michael Patricia

Mrs. Myrtle Poole Hosts 17 Go I Go Club Meeting

The 17 Go I Go club held a meeting yesterday with hostess Myrtle Poole. Pinochle across four tables saw E. E. Ward with high score and J. W. Shebcock as low. Guests included Wade Wells and Harvey Waggoner. Refreshments were served by the hostess aided by W. S. Kyte and Claud Bain. The next gathering will be at S. N. Sorrell’s home.

Myrtle Poole E. E. Ward J. W. Shebcock

Mulch Strawberries Before Ground Freezes

As soon as the topsoil begins to freeze at night it is a good time to apply a protective mulch to strawberry beds.

Social Calendar Listings For May Gather Community Events

Notices list garden visiting day on Saturday May 24 in the Journal and evening events at the Country Club Potluck Supper 7 p.m. Monday. White Shrine bridge party 2 p.m. Mason ic temple. Y W C A executive board 7 30 p.m. at Y W C A. Rainbow girls 7 29 p.m. Masonic temple. Wednesday Ladies day at the Country Club with golf and bridge at 4 4 0 p.m. Ainsworth Chapter 0 Q E S 352 meets 8 p.m. Initiation and Social Hour.

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Mrs Nordyke Reports On National White Shrine Meet

Verona Nordyke reports on the 58th annual Golden Rule session of the supreme Shrine of the Order of White Shrine of Jerusalem. The May 6 to 11 gathering in Long Beach California featured a memorial service, obituaries, and 47 shrines receiving charters. Ruth Hazen elected Supreme Worthy High Priestess with Frank Binker as Supreme Watchman.

Pamascus Shrine No. 10 Verona Nordyke Supreidé Shrine Order of White Shrine of Jerusalem Convention Hall Municipa Long Beach California Marion H Heine Supreme Worthy Walter J. Combellack Shepherds Hich Carrie L. Hahn Harold F. Warman Warman Supreme Shrine Ruth Hazen Frank Binker Sojourner Menili Carrie Coe Maud Knight Meta Pointer Canada Clera Coe Hannon Sioux City Iowa Atlantic City Damascus Shrine No Damascus Shrine Ora Rhodebeck

VFW and Auxiliary Host Joint Social Evening

The Washington VFW post and auxiliary held a joint social gathering Tuesday evening at the Knights of Columbus hall. Twenty nine members and guests attended enjoying pool and card games with recorded music and refreshments served by a committee led by Mrs.

Washington Vfw Post and Auxiliary Knights of Columbus Hall

Lynn Chambers Menus Feature Italian Veal Plate

Lynn Chambers presents a plated menu offering veal cutlet with tomato sauce and parsleyed potatoes, accompanied by French green beans and head lettuce with French dressing. Oatmeal bread and citrus chiffon pie complete the meal with a beverage.

Blind man invents paired bicycle for two riders

A blind inventor creates a double bicycle consisting of two side by side machines bolted together so he and a companion can ride and steer on the road again.

Birthday congratulations for local residents appear in notice

Mr and Mrs Frank Schneider celebrate their 32nd wedding anniversary. Various local residents including Sarah Elen Jones and Karen Kay Shalle are noted for birthdays with candles indicating ages. Additional acknowledgments name Mrs Ira Gastman and several others from Noble Keota West Chester and Brighton.

Frank Schneider Sarah. Elen Jones Harry Jones Karen Kay Shalla A. L. Shalké Ira Gastman Lillian Endicott Joe Lambert Keota Clarence Hotle West Chester Dale Robertson Merritt McDaniel P. L. Etter Charles Denison Patrick Henry Elsie Waltman Brighton Leonard Pohren

Bethlehem Shrine hosts Damascus Shrine at Weir spring ceremonial

Bethlehem Shrine of Iowa City invites Damascus Shrine No. 10 of Washington to attend the Weir spring ceremonial on June 11. A covered dish dinner is planned for 6 30 p.m. The meeting follows at 1 09 p.m. Reservations may be made.

Bethlehem Shrine Iowa City Damascus Shrine No. 10 Washington

Neff-Keith Wedding At Wayland

Oneda Neff daughter of Mr and Mrs Ben Neff Wayland married Marion Keith son of Mr and Mrs Alfred Keith at 6:00 p m Sunday May 25 in the bride’s home. Rev David Harper officiated with music by Donna Fichelberger. The couple will reside on the Keith farm.

Wayland Oneda Neff Ben Neff Marion Keith Alfred Keith David Harper Wayland Methodist Fintey Donna Fichelbeger Evelyn Riddle Lucille Mast Johenry Mast Merie] McGuire Thelma Schafer Myra Scarff Ruth Wells Moline Army Keith Farm

Cedar Clippers 4-H Club Meeting Noted

The Cedar Clippers 4-H Club met Tuesday evening with six members and leader Mrs. Maurice Crawford present. Myrna Reeves named best groomed girl after a local grooming contest judged by Mrs. John Flading. Guests included Mrs. Flading, Mrs. C. C. Reeves, Mrs. Don Cave, Lorene Booth, and Mrs. William Gamen.

Marjorie Gamon Maurice Crawford John Flading Myrna Reeves C. C. Reeves Don Cave Lorene Booth William Gamen Karen Crawford

Payrolls Now Largest Utility Expense Item

Payrolls have become the biggest portion of utility costs, surpassing taxes for the first time, reshaping accounting priorities and strain on budgets. The shift signals firms seek control over wage-related charges and comments on tax obligations.

White Way Club Meeting in Keota

The White Way club met Tuesday in Keota with Mrs. Doyle Smith absent president. Anna Crayne conducted as vice-president. Members discussed various subjects and held a round table discussion. Three contests produced prize winners Mrs. Pearl Smith Mrs. Pauline Stewart and Mrs. Helen Stewart. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Smith and helpers. Next meeting slated for June 16 with Mrs Marion Wells. A note on coal usage states 600 pounds required to light a home for a year.

White Way Club Keota Doyle Smith Anna Crayne Pearl Smith Pauline Stewart Helen Stewart Smith Esther Gertrude Lucy Rich Marion Wells

Washington News Roundup and Subscriptions Listed

The Evening Journal outlines staff members and publishing details for Washington Iowa. Subscription rates are listed for in town and outside addresses with quarterly and yearly options and advance payment terms.

THE Evening Journal Washington News Elder Shannon &Co R. FE. Shannon Dave R. Elder Bruce J. Cowden W. J. Shannon Max Marble Washington Iowa United Press Inland Daily Press Iowa Daily Press Iowa Press Ass Audit Bureau of Circulations

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Paul DeCamp Tor RADIO Emiere Ooris Order of Rainbow Girls Masonic Temple M. Ainsworth E. S Lynn Milo Steele, Jr John Little Marion McAvoy Dorouthy Hotle Rhea Logan Western Newspaper Union VFW Memos Chambers Lynn Chambers Joe Palooka Wuanita Kauffman J. R. Kauffman Noble Neff Keith Cedar Clippers 4-H Club CHEED Dolly Mom Sidwell Ice Cream CO Quality Chekd Ice Cream Association National Independent Laboratory
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