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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1941
Page
2
About 400 miners in Wapello and Monroe counties are idle as the United Mine Workers seek terms of the Des Moines area agreement. Joe Tollari says organizers have signed new members and press for union recognition and the Des Moines pact, which could bring raises up to $2.50 a day.
Dorothy Denison had an appendectomy yesterday afternoon. Daryl Robertson of Brighton underwent an appendectomy this morning. Karl Megdelson was admitted for treatment today. Mr and Mrs Roe Horak welcomed a daughter at 3:05 this morning weighing seven pounds and 13 ounces.
Milo T. Sorden, director of the Washington Municipal band, hosted a party in Sunsé park last evening for 35 band members. Ice cream and coffee accompanied a wiener roast with many members taking second helpings and some eating up to six hot dogs. Max Lee, Bob Faulkner and Daryl Fetters aided with plans. The band will attend the Odd Fellows convention in Des Moines on Sept 17 to march in the parade. Milo Steele Jr., president, spoke on plans for the year.
The American League leads with New York at 91–45 and Cleveland 66–65 while Philadelphia sits at 58–74 and Washington 54–76. Friday’s results show St. Louis 3 Chicago 1 with Cleveland at Detroit deferred by rain.
The air ministry reports American built flying fortresses bombed shipping in the German held port of Oslo this morning. The strike targets were in Oslo harbor as Allied forces press operations in occupied Norway.
The West Chester Pythian Sisters meet Tuesday Sept 9 but no Grand Temple report will be given due to illness. Amlong reunion and Farrier reunion set for Sunday Sept 7 at Sunset Park with basket lunch. K of P lodge holds important meeting Monday 8 pm. Spanish American War Veterans luncheon Sept 10 at Wingas cafe. J H Baird commander. Food Stores in U S notes 561000 stores and per capita sales $77.
Many people may be surprised to learn that flat foot is generally congenital. The condition means the person has flat arches from birth and is not caused by footwear or activity.
The Iowa state employment service seeks applicants for Lockheed Vega at Burbank California. Males 18 to 35 mechanically inclined may apply. must pass written and physical tests and show citizenship. Trainees start 51 cents an hour with time and a half overtime. raises to 57, 63, then regular wage as mastery improves. Skilled workers must be 18 or older and pass the same requirements. they join at regular wages. Information from the local employment office.
The British admiralty announced a submarine torpedoed and sunk the 11,000 ton Italian liner Estoria off Tripoli Libya. The prior report said another large Italian liner probably the Duilio 28,006 tons was torpedoed and almost certainly sunk.
The Washington county advisory council of the Farm Security Administration met to discuss vital issues for low income farm families. Topics included AAA compliance hospitalization health and 4 H club activities. Members listed: Otto W. Schmitter Wade A. Gardner Thomas H. Huston Joseph F. Knotek August Schmidt Mrs Edith Gates John W. Jones Albert K. Stou tner Mrs Lillian Schaeffer Gene Stephens Cecil F. Rooks RR Supervisor Idelia A. Bakke HM Supervisor.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A P M Regular meeting first Friday each month Lee Holland W M A W Yard secretary.
The notice lists multiple rail itineraries including No. 8 Golden State Limited westbound arriving 6:67 p.m., No. 1 Local 11:30 p.m., No. 43 Californian with Washington stops, No. 2 Local 7:50 a.m., No. 44 Californian, and No. 4 Golden State Limited at 8:08 a.m. It also shows Knoxville Branch No. 430 daily and No. 429 Sundays, plus Westbound No. 8 Davenport to Kansas City at 9:58 a.m. and No. 25 Southwest Limited at 3:45 a.m., Eastbound No. 8 and No. 26 Southwest Limited, plus Nos. 3 and 8 daily except Sunday. Burlington Trailways buses schedule from Washington with multiple departures and a note to purchase tickets at the bus depot.
James Zeck to attend the funeral for his brother George Zeck who died at 76 in McPherson Kansas. He passed away at home after a paralysis illness that began five years ago. Born in Washington County, he lived in western Kansas before moving to McPherson.
Bernard Baruch says Donald M. Nelson could coordinate the multi billion rearmament program as a single strong leader if he is granted full authority and official backing in his new duties.
Frances Sartor hosted a pre-nuptial tea at the Sartor home for Margaret Lesher of Iowa City, whose wedding to Jack Watson is set for Sept. 14. Sixteen 1939 high school graduates made up the guest list as they hemmed towels and exchanged gifts. House was lit by candles in a blue and white theme with tables for four, hosted by Frances and her sister Caroleen.
Seventy five people attended a Snowball Social club pot luck supper at Sunset park hosted by current and former members and their families. The evening featured conversation and children’s games with a guest, Mrs. Emma Haber of Muscatine visiting the Glen Fuhr home. Attendees included the Fuhr and Kerr families, the Booth and Wiley families, the Dare family, Sam Munson, and other club members.
Members of the Past Worthy Matrons club and their husbands enjoyed a cooperative supper at the Masonic temple. Fourteen attended the six thirty meal. Plans were discussed for the Eastern Star fiftieth anniversary celebration to be held here on September 25. The Past Worthy Matron's club is in charge of party arrangements.
Andrew Sanders, 36 year old Negro farmer, freed from Kilby prison Montgomery Alabama after 11 years and two weeks for a crime he did not commit. A former employer falsely accused him of stealing moonshine and assaulting a 14 year old girl leading to a death sentence later commuted to life. An investigation cleared him and he is released.
Notices list meetings and changes for the week across departments and clubs. Include luncheon and luncheon times at Winga’s cafe, City Library, and 4 towels required for Linger Longer club. transportation noted for American Home groups. various circles, clubs, and receptions scheduled through Wednesday evening.
Twin sisters Helen and Hazel Simmering mark their birth day along with several others including Mrs Bernard McKeene Mrs William McCroskey and Keith Beenblossom. The Dupuis celebrate a wedding anniversary while A E Roe reaches eighty two and Ann Aileen Peterson has her first birthday.
Mrs. Dewey Hoefert and Mrs. Ora Hall hosted a bridal shower for Mrs. David Huber at the Hoefert residence. Guests shared games and wrote favorite recipes for the bride before she opened gifts. refreshments followed.
Members of the Presbyterian Ladies Aid met in church social rooms yesterday afternoon with twenty members present. Mrs. Robert Risk led the business session as president, reports from officers were read, and each member shared a summer trip or experience. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. John Lemmon, Mrs. A. B. Ralston, and Mrs. J. E. Lemmon.
E.O.W. club members and families celebrated the birthdays of Mrs. Garrett Mrs. Stewart and Mrs. Norton with a pot luck supper at Mrs. Mary Scranton’s home. Eighteen attended and gifts were exchanged before a bingo game.
Mrs. H. M. Shaver led a group of fifteen Emma C. Anderson Mission Study members and one visitor in social rooms of the First Methodist church. Mrs. T. R. Benn gave devotions and read an article Hang out your Life. The lesson followed the Christian Imperative study book with Mrs. E. S. Hebner conducting the lesson quiz.
Italian scientists report ancient false teeth used in 500 B C. specimens of Etruscan bridgework from that era are on display at the Corneto museum.
Harmony club members met at the McGraw home for the first meeting of the year with sixteen members present. Guests included Mrs. Carl Rothlisberger and son C. J. of Wausau Wisconsin, Mrs. Malcolm Montgomery, and Mrs. H. J. Brenneman. A state fair exhibit booth was arranged under Mrs Nelson Thompson. Members donated canned fruit jelly preserves fresh fruit hybrid corn quilts crocheted items and other handiwork. The Sunshine sister was replaced by inexpensive hostess gifts. A Wiener roast for members and families was planned for late September at the Tommy Harvey home.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service at First Methodist hosted 22 officers and leaders for a 1 pm luncheon with fall floral decor. Afterward, plans for the coming year were discussed and a family night dinner is set for Sept 10 at 6:30 pm in the church dining room to honor Dr. and Mr R C Keagy and newly assigned public school teachers.
A congregational dinner and reception will honor Dr and Mrs R Keagy and their family. The Methodist teachers will host at the church on Wednesday evening with a six o'clock reception and a 6 45 dinner. Tickets from unit leaders or the church office by Monday. An interesting program will follow the meal.
About sixty members attended the regular Rebekah lodge meeting. Glatess Hae cher was installed as treasurer to fill the vacancy from Vera Brobst’s resignation. The October refreshments committee was appointed by the Noble Grand. After the business meeting, refreshments were served and visitors enjoyed cards and entertainment.
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