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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1949
Page
2
County Clerk Bob Noon joked about selling a marriage license at one third price while Franny Mangold was in the office. The lighthearted remark reflects a playful exchange about licenses during office hours.
Three sessions of the Iowa State college fall fire school will be held in Columbus Junction on September 15, 29 and October 6. Russell Reardon of the engineering extension service at Iowa State college will lead the sessions with a fully equipped fire truck for demonstrations. Fire department personnel from local towns will attend.
Washington county clubwomen are invited to the YMCA Community room tomorrow at 2 30 PM to hear Prof H F Kelso of the University of Iowa speak on parliamentary procedure. The YWCA Activities committee urges attendance to improve club meetings and promises a worthwhile program.
The Fetters murder trial advances with defense witnesses to testify about an attempted suicide on January 1, 1908 and accusations Fetters made against his family over Sarah Dougall. A prosecution witness will likewise assert Fetters went to the county jail and surrendered to Sheriff R H McCarty’s wife after the shooting.
West Chester’s Booster Club packed Casefield for the West Chester Washington game won 13 to 6 by Washington. Guests visited, families shared meals, and neighbors chatted while plans for reunions and carpentry help surfaced among local residents.
Columbus Junction announces the engagement of Mary Louise Dunsmore to Paul J Rings son of Mr and Mrs Art Rings of Farmington. No wedding date has been set.
Mrs. Hampsher entertained twelve neighborhood women Tuesday evening with birthday group. Parchesi and wahoo provided entertainment while Mrs. Allen Hampsher assisted with refreshments in a social gathering from that part of town.
In Sunset Park and nearby communities, residents update on trips and new arrivals. Mrs. Glenn Martin returned from a visit with the Cyril Smith family in Collinsville Illinois. The Renier family traveled to Loveland Colorado to see relatives D L Seevers and Eli Murray. new residents Mr. and Mrs Eugene Milam have moved to West Chester occupying the house of Harold Nicola. Paint theft reported at the U P parsonage prompts concern for homemakers planning spring kitchens.
The American Home III group met Tuesday at Mrs. Darrell Ross home to discuss Health for Better Living. Mrs. W C McFadden outlined good health rules and Mrs. Choate urged regular check ups as a preventive measure. 46 members and guests attended a cooperative luncheon with remarks from Mrs. George Masson and a program by Mrs. Lipscomb.
Britain has led the development of modern farm livestock and remains the world’s premier stud farm, shaping breeds and practices across agriculture.
Mrs J H Griffith of Newton Kansas and Mrs Fern Murphy were guests at Alma Hearne Holland Missionary Society cooperative supper and meeting Tuesday evening at Mrs A S Smith home. Co hosts were Elizabeth Irwin and Virginia Pottet. Twenty one members attended. Marguerite Hering led devotions and Mrs Pearl Whistler gave the lesson Japan Begins Again.
Mrs Mary Scranton was surprised at her 89th birthday party held Tuesday evening at home hosted by the ECW club. A heart shaped yellow and white cake baked by Mrs Dorothy Aston was served with ice cream and cake as members visited and played bingo.
Judge R G Yoder signs the decree granting Mabel Schooley a divorce from Lester E Schooley. The defendant must cover hospital and medical bills and provide support for four minor children until age 18 or high school graduation. Custody awarded to the plaintiff. Court costs taxed to the defendant.
Cold weather forced the Ann Judson circle to eat inside at Mrs. Melvin Booth home. Hostesses were Mrs Marietta Workman and Mrs Charles McConnell. The meeting discussed Joy Road and Mary Murphy work in Detroit trailer camps.
The American Legion auxiliary executive committee reported magazine salesmen have solicited subscriptions in the county under local unit sponsorship. Funds from the project will buy a hot pack machine named Polio Pak for countywide use. Mrs. Nate Young presided. Mrs. Golia Miller reported $50 in clothing sent to the unit’s child. Esther Von Muenster of Clarence attended.
During the social hour district president presided and Membership Chairman Mrs. Joe Simmering was appointed to lead the membership committee which will stage a drive soon. Bill Wessler performed baritone solos with Pat Thompson on piano. Bingo was played and later Mrs. Golia Miller and Mrs. Howard Miller served refreshments.
Mrs. A. M. Gordon entertained 18 members of American Home I at a dessert luncheon Tuesday afternoon. Co host was Mrs. Fred Moore and guest Mrs. M L McCreedy attended. Mrs Claude Tucker spoke on Desserts Simple and Fancy showing pictures and dessert recipes.
Mrs Hugh Mccleery described new canned foods and household aids while distributing samples. Mrs E E Stutsman, leader, presided and urged members to share summer experiences. McCleery reported on the executive board meeting and towel orders were taken. A dessert recipe exchange filled roll call.
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