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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1968

Page

8

Demons Open Home Schedule Facing Waco Warriors

Washingtons Demons seek their first win of the season as they host the Waco Warriors Tuesday night in their home opener. Coach Skip Speece, new to Washington, previously coached the Warriors. The Warriors beat Central of Argyle 79 39 last Friday with Glen Fletcher scoring 31.

Washington Waco Warriors Demons Muscatine Cedar Rapids Skip Speece Warriors The Central of Argyle Glen Fletcher Glen Hesseltine Waco

Marriage Licenses In Issued At District Court

Two marriage licenses were issued by Clerk Robert Porter to Dennis Noah Bush of Ainsworth and Peggy Ann Latta of Riverside, and to Joseph S. Overholt and Laura A. Miller of Kalona. Richard Dowell received 30 days in Washington County jail for assault and battery. Marva Diane Dille of Birmingham damaged her car hitting a high pole on West Madison Street and received medical treatment. damage was $150. Barry Van Engelhoven of Washington paid a $10 fine for a U-turn on the square after police stop.

Robert Porter Dennis Noah Bush Ainsworth Peggy Ann Latta Riverside Joseph S. Overholt Laura A. Miller Kalona Richard Dowell Washington County Glenn Holden Justice of the Peace Marva Diane Dille Birmingham West Madison Street Barry van Engelhoven Washington Justice of the Peace Court

Ridleys Visiting In Davenport After Florida Air Force Duty

Ten years ago today Mr and Mrs Gerald Ridley and their two sons Randy and Scott visit Mrs Ridleys parents Mr and Mrs R E Arthur for a few days. Mr Ridley works for Washington Concrete Company and plans to move to Davenport once a home is found. They recently lived in Orlando Florida where Mr Ridley was stationed with the air force.

Gerald Ridley Randy Scott

Extension council elections wrap eight township votes in county

Extension elections in eight Washington County townships were completed November 21. Five new members were elected to the County Extension Council and three were re elected. New members were Jack Moore Brighton Township L H Meacham Clay Township Bernard Schmidt Iowa Township Eugene Wead Lime Creek and Roger Schuerman Oregon. Re elected were William Walker Dutch Creek Mrs Edwin Augustine Franklin and William Jones Washington. 4 H family night programs were held with six meetings. average attendance 36 with 14 voters per township. Largest attendance was Washington Township 65 and Iowa Township 60. Terms run January 1 1969 through December 31 1970.

Washington County County Extension Council Dennis Berger Jack Moore Brighton Township L. H. Meacham Clay Township Bernard Schmidt Iowa Township Eugene Wead Lime Creek Roger Schuerman Oregon William Walker Dutch Creek Edwin Augustine Franklin William Jones Washington Washington Township

Hog Show planned by county group

Washington County Park Producers Association outlines its 12th annual Winter Market Hog Show with plans to hold February 11 at Kalona Sale Barn. Premiums for live and carcass placings raised by 75 dollars, pork banquet set for late February, and an early March officer election. Also discussed 2nd Pig Derby at 1969 County Fair and a two day feeder pig producers school January 21 and 28 at Kalona.

Washington County Park Producers Association Kalona Sale County Fair Livestock Committee Pork Association Washington County Jim Frier Extension Service Kalona

Packers rebound to shake playoff chase in Washington rout

Green Bay roared back into contention with a 27-7 victory over the Redskins as Zeke Bratkowski stepped in for injured Bart Starr. The win left the Packers 5-5-1, one-half game behind Minnesota in the Central, while Baltimore led the AFC at 10-1 after a 21-9 win over the Rams. Bratkowski connected on 18 of 24 passes for 230 yards and a 47-yard TD to Donny Anderson.

Packers Green Bay Washington Zeke Bratkowski Minnesota Baltimore Los Angeles Rams New York Giants Bruce Gosset Dallas Cleveland Philadelphia Craig Morton Don Meredith Chicago New York San Francisco Pittsburgh St. Louis Atlanta Detroit New Orleans Bratkowski Bart Starr Donny Anderson Marlin Briscoe Bruce Alford Buffalo Bills Garry McDermott Denver Briscoe Bob Griese Dick Anderson Miami Dolphins Boston Patriots Boston Tom Sherman Aaron Marsh Gino Cappelletti Miami Griese Larry Csonka Jim Keyes Karl Noonan Anderson Sherman Noonan

Jets Clinch Tie With Chargers On Turner’s Record Kicks

Jets defeated the San Diego Chargers 37-15 to lock a tie for the Eastern Division title. Jim Turner, the Jets’ third string kicker, booted 13 20 and 23 yard field goals to set a pro football single season record with 31. Joe Namath threw for 337 yards, including an 87 yard TD to Don Maynard.

Jim Turner New York Jets Jets San Diego Chargers Houston New York Turner Utah State Pete Gogolak Buffalo Bills Bruce Gossett Los Angeles Rams Namath Joe Namath Don Maynard Matt Snell Speedy Duncan Bill Mathis Mathis Daryle Lamonica

Cerrudo Captures Cajun Classic With 270 Score

Ron Cerrudo, 23, of San Rafael California, won the Cajun Classic at Oakbourne CC, posting 66 69 67 68 270 to finish four strokes ahead. Charlie Sifford and Billy Mitchell tied for second at 274, each earning $2,900 as Cerrudo’s $5,000 first prize lifted his rookie earnings beyond $43,000. Cerrudo said the win ends a long streak of bridesmaid finishes and credited nerves tightening late in the round.

Lafayette UPI Ron Cerrudo San Raphael Calif Charlie Sifford Billy Mitchell Danville Cerrudo Oakbourne Country Club Arnold Palmer Miller Barber Sherman Tex Barber

Mixed Bowling Friday Mixers League Winners and Scores

The Friday league results list Holy Rollers as champions and Sock It To Me as second with 16 and 12 percent figures. Team highs include Sock It with a 1967 series and 718 game, Head Pins 1937 and 716, while Betty Ward led with a 541 series and 202 game and Maurice Henry a 565 series with Ray Sojka 209 in games. A historical note states Jacinto de Barrios y Jauregui governed Texas from 1751 to 1759.

Holy Rollers de Pals Cca Sweenie Suneenntes Ailey Cats Sacereneeee Bram Paras Lou Betty Ward Maurice Henry Ray Sojka

Hawkeyes set Big Ten scoring records in 37 13 win over Illinois

Iowa finished 4-3 in the Big Ten after a 37-13 victory over Illinois. QB Larry Lawrence threw 179 yards and a TD to Al Bream, while Tim Sullivan added two rushing scores. Eddie Podolak and Al Bream depart next season, with several sophomores expected to contribute. Rich Johnson ends his college career as Illinois' top ground gainer.

Iowa City Iowa UPI Ray Nagel Eddie Podolak al Bream Hawkeyes Nagel Bob Podolak Bream Illinois Larry Lawrence Podolak Tim Sullivan Lawrence Sullivan Iow Dennis Green Ray Manning Bill Powell Powell Purdue Michigan Rich Johnson

De Gaulle imposes strict francs controls on travelers

France tightens currency rules to stabilize the franc. Foreigners and visitors may take up to $40 in francs and $100 in foreign currency, with travelers checks exempted. French travelers are limited to $10 for short trips abroad, except businessmen may export up to $400 for work. The government aims to curb outflow and bolster exports, with controls lasting through the year.

Gaulle France de Gaulle

Poodle Chews Up Man's Dentures

Bakersfield California man seeks urgent denture repair after his poodle chews his false teeth. A new product named PLATE WELD fixed the break and replaced a tooth on the spot. Company reports PLATE WELD available at all drug stores.

Bakersfield Calif California

Five Towners Bowling League Standings and Scores

In Harold's Sinclair leads across the Men's Bowling Five Towners, Dutch's Tonsorial and Diamond Inn post strong team totals. Team Series: Dutch's 2593 Diamond Inn 2573. Team Game: Diamond Inn 974 Dutch's 951. Individual Series: Marlane Miller 623 LaVerne Geyer 599. Individual Game: Marlane Miller 249 Joe Moore 236.

Harold Marlane Miller LaVerne Geyer Joe Moore

Bowling League Scores and Standings Report

Nite Owls lead the Bowl-a-deres league with 15 points, Rocky's Friends 13, Pin Busters 12, Bour Reco. cccccessensn 12, Four Pins 8, Kay Bees 8, Ah H a’s 6. Team series Nite Owls 2179, Four R’s 2068. Team game Nite Owls 798, Four R’s 742. Individual series Cal Humphreys 594, Betty Ward 527. Individual game Cal Humphreys 233, Betty Ward 204.

Rocky’s Friends Bour Reco Kay Bees Ah Ha’s Seees Nite Owls R’s Cal Humphreys Betty Ward

Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Spread Across Home Table

A home style Thanksgiving display features turkey with mashed and sweet potatoes, homemade noodles, dressing and gravy, corn, cranberries, pickles, cole slaw, pie, cake and coffee to accompany the meal.

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