Washington Evening Journal Archives, Sep 12, 1941, p. 2

Mother's Day reminder about flowers for mom

A brief note urges men to remember mothers beyond Mother's Day and consider sending flowers for her birthday, highlighting appreciation and thoughtfulness.

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Standings and Thursday Scores From Major Leagues

National League leaders include MOOKIVA at 89 49 and WOUIS 86 50 with Cincinnati 74 62 and Pittsburgh 74 63. Thursday results: New York 6 Cincinnati 0. Pittsburgh 7 Boston 5. Boston 10 Pittsburgh 0. Brooklyn 6 St. Louis 4. American League shows Detroit 93 47 and Cleveland 69 69. Thursday games also listed with matchups and pitching notes.

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W. L. Pet. Mookiva Cincinnati Pittsburgh Don Ecu Philadelphia New York Boston Brooklyn St. Louis Ritchers Wyatt Davis Pollet McGee Riddle Johnson Javery Dietz Lanning Hoerst Chicago Mooty Aneveland Washington Detroit Cleveland Newhouser Bonham Gromek Wynn Humphries Marchildon Niggeling Dobson

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Guernsey Residents Revere English King as Duke of Normandy

The island of Guernsey in the English Channel is described as a winter resort for many Americans. Residents reportedly call the king of England the duke of Normandy and most inhabitants speak French.

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Guernsey English Channel England Duke of Normandy

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Hospital Discharges and Newborn Reported

Dorothy Denison of Washington was dismissed yesterday afternoon. Mrs Chris Roth of Wayland was dismissed this afternoon. Mr and Mrs Raymond Stalder at 1003 East Third Street welcomed a son born at one o clock this morning weighing eight pounds 12 ounces. Mrs W M Morgan at 402 East Second Street underwent a tonsillectomy this morning. Mrs Kermit Oswalt of Richland was operated on this morning for an emergency appendectomy.

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Dorothy Denison Washington Chris Roth Wayland Raymond Stalder East Third Street W. M. Morgan East Second Street Kermit Oswalt of Richland

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Demons Open 1941 Season Against New London Eleven

New London invades Casefield to open the 1941 gridiron season for Washington high with coach Peck Geneva guiding a veteran lineup. Gerald Lange and Will Parsons headline a strong backfield while eight 1940 lettermen start, and new arrivals from Burlington ordnance workers bolster the squad. An advance roster and fall rules summary accompany the feature.

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New London Casefield Peck Geneva Washington High School Demons Bill McKinnon Iowa Wesleyan Swede Ekstrand Mt. Pleasant Henry County Boys Gerald Lange Burdell Gilleard Will Parsons Tigers Government Ordnance Burlington Demons Paul Peiffer Davey Turner Harry Whittaker Joe

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Washington High Football Staff Faces New London This Evening

Washington High School football varsity hosts New London tonight with a coaching staff led by head coach Fred Peck Geneva and assistants William Bates and Benna Vista. Joe Duca from Iowa State Teachers College also serves on the sidelines.

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Washington Fred Peck Geneva Iowa New London Bill McKinnon Iowa Wesleyan Fred (Peck William Bates Benna Vista Joe Duca Iowa State Teachers College

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Substitution and Forward Pass Rules Clarified

The article outlines minor but significant rule amendments in American football. Key changes include free substitution and on-field communication between entering players, restrictions on late game substitutions, legalization of handing the ball forward behind the line, elimination of touchback on incomplete fourth down passes near the goal line, and restoration of the illegal touching rule resulting in a touchback when kicked ball goes inside the 10 yard line.

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Indees to Play Last Home Tilt Oppose Moline

The Washington Indees meet the Moline Merchants in their final home game of the season Sunday. Mellecker will start on the mound with Denton catching, backed by Burich Fuhr Mitchell Keith infield and Buckwalter Whitehead Schauenberg in the outfield. Moline arrives with a solid Tri Cities record and pitchers Auspach Wilkes Sandler are listed. starting pitcher not announced.

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Indees Moline Rock Island Here Red Mellecker Washington Indees Moline Merchants Ares Mellecker Max Raymond Hod Denton Dale Burich Dale Fuhr Max Mitchell Elmer Keith Marvin Buckwalter Ray Whitehead Dale Schauenberg Bob Danny) Rohrer Invaders Tri- Cities Serbousek Don Poston Gallens Taylor Auspach Wilkes Sandler

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Bankers Back School Athletics in Ticket Drive

Bank executives and other business leaders join forces with the school to handle a ticket sale drive for athletic events. Community boosters emphasize support for local sports and fundraisers through the sale.

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Dangers in Explosives Manufacture

Collier's notes the explosive industry forbids metal buttons to prevent sparks. Despite high risk, the sector maintains safety measures and has an accident rate 38 percent below the overall industrial average.

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Collier’s

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Composite Schedule of Little Six Conference

The schedule lists non conference and conference games for the Little Six with matchups including Muscatine Burlington Ottumwa Mt. Pleasant Fairfield Fairfield Mt. Pleasant Washington Keokuk Ottumwa Ottumwa Muscatine Ft Madison Sept 19 to Nov 11 notes clashes such as Albia at Ottumwa and Clinton at Ft Madison.

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Franklin Cedar Rapids Burlington Sumner Fairfield New London Washington Winfield Mt. Pleasant Albia Ottumwa St. Ambrose Davenport Muscatine Macomb Ft. Madison Keokuk Bloomfield Mit. Pleasant Bloomfield Ft. Madison Centerville Wapello Ottawa Quincy Columbus Junction Clinton Oskaloosa

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Club Has Meeting At Dodson Home

The Friendly Social club and their families enjoyed a picnic supper Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Della Miller. About twenty persons attended and spent the evening visiting.

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Della Miller

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Honor Mrs Blattner At Birthday Dinner

Mrs Andy Blattner observed her 70th birthday Tuesday. Twenty eight friends and neighbors arrived with filled baskets. A cooperative supper followed by visiting and games. Mr Blattner provided ice cream. The honoree received many birthday greetings and gifts.

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Andy Blattner Mr. Blattner

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Eastern Star Dines at Temple and Plans Activities

Members of the Eastern Star chapter and their husbands shared a cooperative dinner at the Masonic temple. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Bell were guests of honor. A visit and initiation with the Ainsworth chapter is set for Sept 17. The Past Worthy Matrons club will arrange the Sept 25 50th anniversary party at the Masonic temple. An afternoon pinochle series begins Oct 2 with Mrs Haney of Topeka as guest.

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Eastern Star Masonic Temple Stewart Bell Ainsworth Harrison Dodder Haney Topeka Kan

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Shower Courtesy For Mrs. Duncan

Mrs. Nels B. Westermark and Mrs. R. EB. Pratt co hosted a shower yesterday afternoon for Mrs. Tom Duncan. Twelve guests played bridge at three tables in the Westermark home. Mrs. L. A. Jones won the high score prize. Refreshments featured a silver stork centerpiece with fall flowers in white lace and pink. pink and blue colors were echoed in table settings. Out of town guests included Mrs. Lowell Dodds Mrs. Rex Levert Mrs. Wellman and Mrs. Charles Long of Des Moines.

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Nels B. Westermark R. EB. Pratt Tom Duncan Westermark L. A. Jones Lowell Dodds Rex Levert, Wellman Charles Long Des Moines

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H. H. Club Meets With Mrs Moore

Twelve members of the H. H. club enjoyed an afternoon gathering at Mrs. Jesse Moore’s home with Mrs. Louis Fetes as guest. The president led a brief business session before social time. Next meetings will be hosted by Mrs. Spencer Reed with assistance from Mrs. William Hesseltine and Mrs. Reed.

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H. H. Club Jesse Moore Louis Fetes Spencer Reed William Hesseltine

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Birthday Tribute for Bruce Dill Marks 85th at Home

J. B. Dill observed his 85th birthday quietly at home as relatives arrived with fruit baskets for a birthday dinner. Mrs. A. J. Dawson, set to celebrate her 89th tomorrow, shared honors. A wool sweater was presented by Ralph Howell’s niece.

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J. B. Dill Mr. Dill A. J. Dawson Ralph Howell

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Past Noble Grand Circle meets at Mrs Jarrard home

The Past Noble Grand Circle was entertained by Mrs. George Jarrard at her country home north of town. Nineteen members attended the business meeting led by President Mrs. Roy Brobst. The group socialized afterward, and the next gathering will be with Mrs. Richard A. Johnson. Two course refreshments were served.

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Noble Grand Circle George Jarrard Roy Brobst Richard A. Johnson

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Poultry association picnic supper announced

The Washington County Poultry Association holds its annual family picnic supper tomorrow evening at 6:30 at Sunset Park. Bring a well filled basket and own table service. 17812

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Washington County Poultry Association Sunset Park

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Rural Woman's Club Supper Meets With New Member

The Rural Woman's club met with Mrs. Harry Dodson and ten members present. New member Mrs. Carl Phillips welcomed. President Mrs. Lester Luckenbill led the meeting. Plans made for a family picnic at Sunset Park Tuesday Sept 16 at 6:30. Various programs and readings were shared including music and poetry.

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Rural Woman's Club Harry Dodson Carl Phillips Mrrs Lester Luckenbill Sunset Park Will Marie Charles Palmer Brookfield Zoo Chicago Mary Shields Dvorak Spillville Iowa

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Homebuilders Class Has Picnic Supper

The Methodist Sunday school Homebuilders class held a family picnic supper at Sunset Park with 68 attendees. After the meal a brief business meeting followed by social visiting. Guests Rev. E. S. Heber and Mrs. Foster Bickel attended. Mr Bickel serves as class teacher.

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Methodist Sunday School Sunset Park E. S. Hebher Foster Bickel Bickel

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H J Club Members Hold Flower Show

Mrs. Tom Stirling hosted the H J club with twelve members and guests. Red Cross sewing, a business meeting, and a flower show awards program followed a roll call. Prizes went to various members for bouquets, zinnias, and mixed arrangements. refreshments were provided by the hostess and helpers.

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Tom Stirling H.J. Club William McCartney John Horak Deloris Joe Soukup Bernadine Orville Meyers Red Cross Mary Sojka Dewey Weeks Sojka William Mce-Cartney Joe Te Bockhorst Geraldine Reiner Weeks Frankie Sojka Marlin Shalla Zinnias Jim Shalla

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Friendly Circle Club Hosts Fourteen Members in Afternoon

Mrs. Ralph Kelsey entertained fourteen members of the Friendly Circle yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Gene Fletcher and Mrs. Walter Anderson joined as guests for games and contests before a brief visit. The October meeting will be with Mrs. Isaac Kleese. One course refreshments were served.

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Gene Fletcher Moline Walter Anderson Ralph Kelsey Friendly Circle Club Isaac Kleese

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Social Calendar Highlights Weekly Gatherings

Notices for this calendar are due by 10 a.m. on Saturday. Events include a picnic dinner at noon at Sunset Park for South Prairie former students, teachers, families and friends. Rainbow Girls meet at 7:30 p.m.. Wesleyan Service Guild and Susannah Girls hold 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. picnics. Rural Woman's Club hosts a 6:30 co operative supper at Sunset Park. crafts and departmental meetings are noted with transportation details and weather contingencies for rain venues.

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South Prairie R. A. Jurging Rainbow Girls Masonic Temple Wesleyan Service Guild Methenmrte Fish Leigh Soule Rosemary Club Sunset Park Ellecenea Ernest Beauchamp Crawfordsville Ernie Temple Rural Woman's Club Susannah Girls Methodist

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Many Happy Returns Birthday Notices Parade

Mary Scranton Mrs Ola Jacobs Ivan Norton and Mrs John Allen celebrate birthdays today. Eighth birthday of Bobbie Truax. Bessie Dvorak Mrs Robert Green Ralph Pratt also on list. Lloyd Luers and husband soon to celebrate Sept 14. Maxine Lucille Hanley nine. Ralph Junkin thirty eighth anniversary today. Albert Dayton 80th birthday born West Chester. Larry Jackson fourth birthday home from Iowa City hospital. expected return soon.

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Mary Scranton Ola Jacobs Ivan Norton John Allen Bessie Dvorak Mrs Robert Green Ralph Pratt Lloyd Luers Albert Dayton West Chester Larry Jackson Wilbur Jackson Iowa City Larry

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Missionary Group Holds First Meeting With Helen Holden

Helen Holden hosted the Mary Jrice Missionary society of the United Presbyterian church for its first meeting. Holden led the prayer cycle while Mrs. George Kerr spoke on a missionary magazine topic about the negro. Poems by Paul Laurence Dunbar were read in dialect. Virginia and Lila Holden served refreshments with assistance from Mrs. Walter Longer.

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Helen Holden Mary Jrice Missionary Society United Presbyterian Church Miss Holden George Kerr Paul Lawrence Dunbar Virginia Lila

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Lutheran Ladies Aid At Wessler Home

The Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid met with nine members and one guest at Mrs. R. G. Wessler's home. They discussed plans for the Mission Festival at the church on Sunday Oct 12 when the aids will serve dinner. Rev J L Speumpfig offered a prayer and spoke on women in church work.

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Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid Society R. G. Wessler J. L. Speumpfig Louie Schroeder Ruth Weesler Pea

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Rebekah Club Meeting Hosts Fourteen Members

Mrs. Fred D. Stewart hosted the Rebekah club yesterday afternoon for fourteen members with two guests Mrs. Will Kos and Mrs. Free Bourgeois. The next meeting will be announced later. At the close the hostess served refreshments.

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Fred D. Stewart Rebekah Club Will Kos Free Bourgeois

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Mother's Day reminder about flowers for mom

Standings and Thursday Scores From Major Leagues

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Guernsey Residents Revere English King as Duke of Normandy

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Hospital Discharges and Newborn Reported

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Demons Open 1941 Season Against New London Eleven

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Washington High Football Staff Faces New London This Evening

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Substitution and Forward Pass Rules Clarified

Indees to Play Last Home Tilt Oppose Moline

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Bankers Back School Athletics in Ticket Drive

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Dangers in Explosives Manufacture

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Composite Schedule of Little Six Conference

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Club Has Meeting At Dodson Home

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Honor Mrs Blattner At Birthday Dinner

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Eastern Star Dines at Temple and Plans Activities

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Shower Courtesy For Mrs. Duncan

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H. H. Club Meets With Mrs Moore

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Birthday Tribute for Bruce Dill Marks 85th at Home

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Past Noble Grand Circle meets at Mrs Jarrard home

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Poultry association picnic supper announced

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Rural Woman's Club Supper Meets With New Member

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Homebuilders Class Has Picnic Supper

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H J Club Members Hold Flower Show

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Friendly Circle Club Hosts Fourteen Members in Afternoon

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Social Calendar Highlights Weekly Gatherings

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Many Happy Returns Birthday Notices Parade

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Missionary Group Holds First Meeting With Helen Holden

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Lutheran Ladies Aid At Wessler Home

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