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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1948
Page
2
The Alaskasti Camp Fire girls surprised guardian Mrs George Dowell by presenting each girl’s handkerchief containing her picture. Refreshments followed with ice cream and cake by Sybil Bagge. Guests included Carolyn Holland Donna Peters Darlene Snyder Judy Arthur Mary Lou Marston Sybil and Mrs David Blankenhorn.
Mrs. Earl Monson hosted the Fairview community club gathering on Thursday afternoon. Members shared experiences and modeled old fashioned hats. Monson displayed vacation photos from the West and home pictures while refreshments were served with Mrs. Lisle Maxwell assisting.
Idette Lee Davison, son of Mrs. Arthur Davison, was guest of honor at two birthday parties hosted by his parents on Tuesday. Afternoon guests included numerous families from Wayland and surrounding towns. ice cream cones and coke were served and Bur dette received many gifts. Evening attendees included Mrs. Wittrig and family, Mr. and Mrs Hulme and family, Richard Hulme of Wayland, and Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Wittrig and John of Wyman.
Relatives in Washington receive invitations to the golden wedding celebration of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Conger of Long Beach California. The event will take place Oct. 18. The White Cloud club held its regular meeting Tuesday at Crawfordsville with 15 members present. president Mrs. Raymond led the session.
Brighton 13 over West Chester 6. Burlington 41 over Fort Madison 6. Fairfield 14 over Washington 13. Mt. Pleasant 6 over Muscatine 6. Wellman 13 over Keota 0. Winfield 2 over Columbus Junction 7. Keokuk 13 over Ottumwa 6.
West Chester fielded the Trojans as Brighton paced by Lee Schooley and Jim Barnes defeated them 13 6 in a Ke Wash game Friday. Schooley scored after a fumble recovery near the Chester 27 and Barnes added the extra point. The Trojans answered on the first play of the second quarter after a blocked kick to tie the score and Peterson scored. Barnes added a second fourth quarter TD for Brighton.
Wellman defeats Keota 13 to 0 to seize sole first place in the Ke-Wash league. Don Swartzendruber scored on 65 and 58 yard runs, both in the second half. Robertson presided as reports and officer elections were held, with Mrs. Everett Davis named president and new mystery sisters chosen.
Navajo camp fire girls met at Mrs Blankenhorn's home with Judy Edmondson presiding. They formed committees for decorations refreshments and cleanup and planned a Halloween party while also working on color books for the Childrens hospital in Iowa City. A hike is set for next Saturday.
Admitted yesterday Mrs George Wright Keota medical Robert Libe R1 medical. Dismissed today Robert Libe Rl Mrs Everett Spanier and daughter Packwood Mrs Russell Martin and daughter Wellman. Birth yesterday Mr and Mrs Em ery Hochstedler Kalona son at 514 pm.
Washington High School battled from a 14 point halftime deficit but fell 18 14 to Fairfield as Holmes added extra points with two field goals and touchdowns. Key plays included Halsey interceptions and Kleese Thornton TD passes, ending with Washington driving to the Trojan 23 yard line as time expired.
Ten members of the Loyal Women’s Class of the Baptist Church met yesterday afternoon at 2:50 o'clock at the church. Hostesses were Mrs. Cy Bush and Lois Tur.
The Oregon township home makers met at Mrs. Wilbur Thompsons home for the year’s first gathering on Wednesday. Ruth Foster led a discussion on fashions and wearing apparel while Mary Tinkham will become Henry County home economist later. Mrs. Hugh Morris urged a larger chorus and Mexican decorations highlighted the refreshment table. The next meeting will be November 5 at Mrs. Robert Mikschs home.
Members of the Friendship club gathered yesterday at 2 00 p m at Mrs Fred Donaldson’s home for a business and social afternoon. Mae Gideon presided as president and a cooperative dinner is planned for October 21 at 7 p m at Mrs Victor Pfeiffer’s house.
About forty attended the Ruth Nichol missionary society dinner at United Presbyterian church last night at 6 30. Tables featured fall flowers and candles as hostesses coordinated the event. A men’s quartet provided music and after the meal motion pictures highlighted family trips through the Great Smoky mountains and the West.
Irrigation systems in the Los Animas valley of New Mexico remain in use and are at least 1,000 years old. These ancient methods reflect long standing practices that support local agriculture and community needs.
Eleven circles of the Woman's Society of Christian Service met yesterday afternoon and evening. Circle 5 hosted 16 members and guests, Circle 8 planned November duties, Circle 9-1 welcomed a new member, Circle 9-2 hosted 10 members, Circle 10 reported 42 calls and a $3.15 collection, Circle 1 hosted 16 attendees, Circle 2 discussed clothing drives and Greece aid, Circle 3 met with 21 present, Circle 6 announced a November 30 festival, and Circles 4 and 7 held 7:30 o'clock sessions with prayers, devotionals, and fundraising plans for the church festival.
The United Presbyterian Church ladies aid society met at 2 30 yesterday afternoon with about fifty members present. Mrs Clarence Logan chaired the event and announced an October 2 program at the U P home noted by Dr Siatce superintendent. Committees were named to aid the event, and a musicale featured vocal and flute solos with piano and xylophone accompaniment.
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