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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1969
Page
4
A Washington LA Evening Journal editorial cites Acts 5 18 on imprisonments for righteousness while noting modern Christians face minor slights like speeding and drunkenness. It laments vanity and ends with a Dallas girl winning a national spelling contest by spelling egalitarian and pondering how to use the word in conversation.
The writer laments missing a school election ballot, citing a long personal streak of voting ended by busy schedules. They note the only meaningful ballot was a mill levy extension and express humiliation. In Lee County, the state Senate race was decided by three votes.
The piece surveys how mini- enters many nouns from skirts to bikes and hats, linking it to cultural trends. It muses that the rise of mini forms risks dulling language and thoughts, warning against overuse of the prefix.
In 1971 Britain will switch to decimal coinage replacing the 12 pence to the shilling and the guinea system. The half crown will be removed and replaced by 10 new pence, raising concerns among clergy about donation changes and overall giving under the new system.
In a North dealer six no trump hand with hearts and diamonds, Becker discusses play choices to guarantee nine tricks. South wins king of hearts, tests East on the diamond and club entries, and must force out clubs to secure the contract regardless of East West card placements.
Mrs. Arthur Sparks celebrated her birthday with a surprise party at the Richards home attended by Grace Tines and family. Thirteen luncheon settings, fall decor, cake, ice cream, and party games filled the afternoon. A scrapbook of mementos was prepared, with guests contributing paragraphs about shared memories.
Estate of Katie Miller transfers to Ed Win H Neill. Land in section 24 77. John F Shetler and wife deed land in section 25 77 8 to James W Wiles et al. Verlin D Swartzendruber and wife quit claim to James W Wiles et al for land in unspecified tract.
The Rev Denley Ganfield pastor of United Presbyterian Church Donnellson has accepted a call to Columbus Junction United Presbyterian Church. He has served Donnellson about six years. Columbus Junction members voted to extend the call after Sunday services. Presbytery must vote before arrival, likely within a few weeks. Ganfield and his family will reside in the manse in Columbus City.
Funeral services for Mrs Milo Sorden were held Sunday afternoon at the Washington United Methodist church with Rev M O Smith in charge. Richard McCleery delivered a short obituary and eulogy. Active pallbearers included John Yousling Harry Carter Robert Everetts Max Lee Dr A C Peterson and M M Schell. Honorary pallbearers were Richard McCleery Clarence Logan Ted Brown and derle Gallagher. Burial was in Lorden Cemetery Webster Iowa. Sherman Eden funeral home handled arrangements.
The Washington Evening Journal lists editors and managers including David Elder as Editor and Business Manager, William Shannon as Vice President Advertising Director, Charles Morris as News Editor, Bob Shafter as Local Advertising, and Howard Hazen as Production Superintendent. It notes publication in the afternoons except Sunday, Christmas, and July 4th, and that it is entered as second class matter under the 1879 act. It also mentions affiliations with United Press Leased Wire, Inland Daily Press Association, Iowa Daily Press Association, Iowa Press Association, and the Audit Bureau of Circulations.
The Christian Women’s Fellowship study and worship groups restarted meetings on Thursday and Friday after a two month recess. The new study material is Interpreted by Parables with The Parables and Mission as the first session. Worship centered on Commitment of Resources from Romans. Hostesses were Mrs Dale Daggett Mrs Clarence Brown Jr Mrs Glen Green Mrs Dora Wagner and Mrs Virgil Earls. General session is set for September 26 at 2 pm with the Executive Board at 1:30.
The Marion Avenue UPW association held a Friday meeting at the church to dedicate the Least Coin. Mrs. Elizab eth McClung led the program with prayers by Mrs. Ruth Nolin and readings from Inquests of the Least Coin by several members. Mrs. George Kerr received the bank gifts as leaders from each circle presented their Least Coin banks.
A list of names associated with new cars and trucks from various brands. Ford and Chevrolet are predominant with individuals and businesses including Bru egge Plumbing and Heating and Mace Motor Co. Inc. The fragmentary data names buyers or sellers such as Martin or Patricia Brophy and Leonard or Marianne Brinning along with multiple Ford and Chevrolet Truck entries.
A farmer from Victoria Texas shares that nightly tub baths with his wife keep them clean and connected. A reader irritated by sister in law’s diaper borrowing seeks Abby’s guidance, and a volunteer fireman in Blairsville offers the siren-averse fix. Abby’s outreach includes a teen booklet offer.
Mary Koehler, Helen Peiffer, Geraldine Schulty and Margi Marek attended the state fall board meeting of the Business and Professional Women’s Club in Des Moines September 13 14 with 370 members registered. Workshops covered legislation public relations membership and parliamentary procedure. Frank Miller Des Moines Register cartoonist provided Saturday banquet sketch talk on cartoons impact on politics and public issues. Sunday brunch speaker Mrs Judson E Fieberger president United Church of Christ Board spoke on How Big Is Your World.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred R. Knopf of Cleveland were honored Sunday at an open house hosted by her sister in Ohio. The couple, married Sept. 6 in Cleveland, hosted guests including relatives from Coshoctonwood and Burlington. They returned to their Cleveland home today.
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