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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1947
Page
2
Dr. A. C. Peterson Dr. M. L. Cruise Dr. L. C. Swain and Mr. Scott of Wellman depart for Helena Montana for a two weeks hunting expedition.
The notice touts Sidwell's ice cream and a complete fountain service with a wide line of steaks and sandwiches. It emphasizes 24 hour operation at Bings, promising ready and anxious service day and night.
Mrs E H Whitehead went to West Chester this morning for a Home Art club meeting at Mrs Homer Porter's home. Mrs Lester Fry of Brighton returned home after visiting son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs John Young northwest of Washington. Regina Kumn of Chariton rode a plane home after visiting daughter Mrs S N Sorrell. Dwight Lemley and family from Rochester and Iowa City visitors last night at J D Schlatter home.
Mrs. Milo Sorden returns from Muscatine after visits with the Rice family. Legion Aux food sale planned for Saturday October 11 at Modern Appliance Store. Mrs. Jennie Bunnell visits Brighton with sister Mrs. L. B. Shidier. Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Dyer and Esther of Cairo Nebraska arrive for visit with Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Whitehead. Coe's Cafe touts a bone less Club Steak. Clarence Johnson and daughter Mary entertain with guests from Birmingham and Walter Johnson family. Dr M J Cruise dental office closing until November 1. Mrs. H. M. Groendycke and Mrs. Ray Waterman travel to Omaha weekend with Clyde Mechain. Christmas cards offered by Reid Boyd. Fred Jones Eli Knepp family drive to Milwaukee for a wedding. Remodeling at Sorden Music Co continues. Shoppers include Mrs C R Korf Crawfordsville Alma Owens Morning Sun Merle Adams Ed Conrad and Darlene Keota.
Fairfield high school Trojans seek an even chance against the Washington Demons in Fairfield tonight. Both teams have yet to win a game, with Fairfield missing regular fullback Carter who is out due to injury. Washington Coach Weber renames the lineup from Muscatine game, and kickoff is at 7 30 with a large local crowd expected.
At the hospital a daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Miller of Kalona at 7 05 Wednesday evening. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. W Erbe of 608 S Marion avenue at 1 15 yesterday afternoon. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. C G Snaken berg of South English at 3 p m yesterday. Mrs Lena Prebyl of 802 S Marion avenue was admitted yesterday as a medical patient. Today Howard P Miller of 411 S Marion avenue has an appendectomy and Wilbur Jackson of route three has a tonsillectomy. Dismissed yesterday were Mrs Edward Bont rager and daughter of Kalona and Harold Gillaspie of Keota.
Irene Coffman takes a week off from Fern's Pastry Shop while Mr and Mrs Tra Hough return from a visit with M R Patch in Borger Texas. They also stopped at Bagwell dam en route to Texas as part of a string of local travel items.
Ainsworth residents report the Hemphill family returning to Clarinda after a brief visit with Mrs. W. H. Hemphill. Florence Hansen traveled from Brooklyn to spend time with her mother Pearl Marr and daughter Patricia Ann Hansen, with plans to depart for Brooklyn for the winter. Rev. and Mrs. Theodore White of Des Moines were guests of Pearl Marr.
G E B Mace urged Lincoln parents to act as friends and role models for children addressing the Lincoln Parent Teacher Association. The meeting opened with school musical selections while Mrs M J Cruise presided and announcements included a paper drive and the resignation of President Mrs Albert Stanley.
The Franklin township homemakers met yesterday afternoon with 37 present. Mrs. Harold Kopfenstein chaired, and Mrs. Walter Bauer opened the meeting. Officers elected were Mrs. Kopfenstein as chairman and Mrs. Homer Brinning as publicity chair. A $6.60 collection was taken for a scholarship fund. The next meeting is set for 2 PM October 30 with Mrs. Fred Coakley. Refreshments featured a Halloween themed buffet.
Mrs James Birney and Mrs Harold Stephens co hosted a Wesleyan Service Guild meeting for 17 members of the Methodist Church. Mrs Lyle Groves president led the session with Mrs Marsh Atkinson on devotions and Florence Rich the missionary lesson. Refreshments were served by the hostesses with guest Mrs Homer Birney assisting.
A census style estimate shows one in thirteen Americans sustained a disabling injury in 1946. The report highlights wartime and industrial factors shaping injury risk and long term disability among civilians.
The English draft horse lineage traces to King John of England who in 1199 promoted horse breeding by importing Flemish stallions, shaping the breed's early development.
Mrs H J Myers and Clara Faulkner hosted a pre nuptial dinner for Marjorie Benson. A three course meal was served in Miss Faulkner's apartment with fall flowers and yellow white decor. Guests included Mrs N J Benson Doris and Mrs Wayne Dann. A gift was given to the honored guest.
The Prairie Flower Missionary society met yesterday afternoon in the church social rooms with 18 members three children and guest Mrs Walter Smith present. Mrs Dc C Reeves presided Devo tions were led by Mrs Carl Jarrard on Rev es and Know that I Am God Martha Thrasher led a new study on Slogans proposing Live Love Lift as Christian slogans. The society plans to sew for Velma Booth Wagner and her husband on a yearlong furlough to China. Refreshments were served with Halloween touches.
A note explains absence on account of illness in the family. The item notes a delay or disruption to duties but provides no further personal details.
Beth Tucker daughter of Mr and Mrs Floyd Tucker was honored on her third birthday with a party yesterday. Friends attended to share cake and ice cream and she received many gifts. Present were Barbara Griggs Linda Lee Mrs John Meson Connie Sue Mrs Chester Fatinger Dale Mrs Edward Roberts. Several including both grandmothers were unable to attend.
A historical note describes Edward the Black Prince imposing a chimney tax or fumage in England, with a rate of one florin per hearth in his French dominions and an initial English tax of two shillings per hearth. The levy was abolished in 1689, marking its end.
Optometrists of the south eastern zone and guests dined at The Pines with wives and staff. Mrs. A. S. Smith played the organ. After dinner the group attended a meeting in Homer Stephen's new offices. Monthly gatherings have been held for 15 years across towns to discuss evolving eye care methods.
Store Personnel's anniversary dinner celebrated one year of Brown Shoe Fit in Washington with employees and associates dining at The Pines. The group, led by manager M. I. Whitham and guests including Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Hurdle, Mr. and Mrs. W. C. McFadden, Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Waters, Dorothy Turnipseed, Walter Donaldson and Don Gardner, later attended the Fiesta at the State theater.
The zone president led a professional meeting as the men attended, while the wives were guests of Mrs. Stephens and spent the evening socially at her home.
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