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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1947
Page
4
A brief editorial cites I John 3 4 to argue that breaking divine law is impossible without consequences. The writer urges readers to seek a demonstration of violating gravity to refute claims of breaking God’s laws with impunity.
A broad survey reflects on national optimism and social change. Observations note toastmasters, farmer labor links, aging care needs, vacation culture, and the Freedom Train voyage to promote US history amid doubts. The Washington Y M C A expands programs and staff as its 25 year growth proves its resilience.
Mildred Benson of Chicago visits at the Dave Benson home while Migs Benson works at Encyclopaedia Britannica in Chicago. John E. Hughes travels to Columbus Junction on business. G and H Dairy store hours list open until 10 on Fri Sat Sun, 6:30 otherwise. Mrs John Kurtz visits Verdi with son-in-law Carl Nelson and family. Dorothy Seaman departs Denver after visiting James Birney northeast of Washington. Mrs J Martin White makes a Davenport business trip. Margaret Turkington spends the day in Burlington. Mrs C M Whitacre heads home to spend the day in Brighton.
Mr and Mrs Gene Crossett and Lene Sr visited Davenport this evening returning to their work.
The postponed meeting of Unit No 8 of W S C S was hosted at the Brinning home with 16 members and three children present. Co hostesses were Mrs Leonard Brinning and Mrs Bi Hobbs. guests included Mrs Ralph Robertson and Mrs John Robertson who joined the unit. Mrs Clarence Rathmel led devotional, and Mrs Emery Ryan gave the missionary lesson. A cooperative luncheon followed and a collection of 1.90 was taken.
Mrs Bert Dill and Mrs Mac Smith hosted yesterday for Booster Club. Twelve members attended with guests including Mrs A C Durst Mrs Carlie Woodburn Jeanette Mrs Doyle Jarrard and son Mrs Lloyd Welker plus other attendees.
Mrs Hal Richards chaired a street bro news meeting with Mrs Martin Whittater leading a discussion of Mrs. Mike. Hostesses served two course refreshments with help from Mrs Harry Donaldson, Mrs Durst, and Mrs Teas.
A cooperative luncheon represented the social portion of the September meeting of Handcraft Department Section 2 of the Fortnightly club. Mrs Ernest Beauchamp hosted at the Crawfsville home.
Mrs Ernest Enke, Mrs KK L Williams, Mrs Lee Lease of Crawfordsville attended the fall luncheon. Twenty members shared their nicest summer day while 19 answered roll call. Three new members Dora Minick Mrs Lease and Mrs Williams joined, plus guests Mrs T H Huston and Mrs T A Michels others introduced. Dues paid towels ordered. Sept 23 guest night at Baptist church announced. District meeting of Women’s Federated clubs noted.
A brief note records Mrs Michels attending a triennial event in New York City this summer and saving on a resume she presented at the Weld here on October 2.
Leona Kos entertained 17 members of the Past Noble Grand Circle last evening. In the president’s absence, Mrs. Myrtle Morgan presided with business conducted by Mrs. Clive Gray. Mrs. Frank Longwell will host next meeting. The evening closed with bridge and pinoche, refreshments served by the hostess and her sister Mrs. Don Boyer.
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