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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1965
Page
2
An analysis argues that the modern housewife is a high value employee, earning an implied salary over 8250 annually for multi skill roles. It contrasts past domestic labor with today’s labor-saving tech, noting expanded duties in interior decoration PTA leadership tutoring and family companionship as women gain more free time through new devices.
The text argues overweight persists due to ignorance about food energy, genetic metabolism differences, aging reducing required calories, inactivity, and psychological states such as worry and loneliness. It notes weight loss is easier than maintenance, and understanding these factors may help prevent overeating.
Ft. Madison Iowa hosted a historic Marine Corps League event as the Illioyamo Fidelis Detachment received its Charter. Fifty three charter members signed and a prospect list of 120 former marines sought membership, breaking Cumberland Maryland's prior record of 51. Commandant Mike Finger led the Detachment with officers Everette Hershberger Adj Paymaster and others assisting. State detachment officers attended including Bernard McCarthy Herb Hammen Walt Johnson Tom Feldman.
Mr. and Mrs. John Durst Sr. were toasted Sunday at a dinner in Keota marking their 25th anniversary. Afternoon cake, many gifts and cards followed. Attendees included their children Carroll Fisher and Gary Peiffer families, Mike Durst and Tracy, John Durst, Duane and Dick Durst, and relatives from Muscatine, Opal Bickford, and Bonnie Hutton.
The article lists patients and many visiting friends from multiple towns including Washington County Hospital, Ainsworth, Keota, Montana, Waterloo, Brighton, Winfield, Davenport, Des Moines, Monmouth Ill, Riverside California, and Des Moines. It notes Dr. R W Thompson a patient, rally speaker Rev Edward P Ingersoll, and Aurora McIntyre returning home after a lengthy California trip with extensive stops and acquaintances.
Sigourney honors Mr. and Mrs. Mike Sieren with an open house at Memorial Hall on Sunday September 26 from 2 to 5 PM. No gifts requested.
Louella Karoline Bitting and Robert Charles Larson married Aug 14 at 8 pm in West Valley Unity Church Reseda California. Reception followed. Bride a Winfield High and American Institute of Commerce graduate employed by Los Angeles Public Library. Groom Birmingham High School graduate, served in US Army, employed at Audiotronics. Couple reside Sepulveda California. Bride’s family visited from Crawfordsville including paternal grandparents Pearl Bitting.
A compact list of local club meetings and notices spans Tuesday through Friday. Activities include VEW Auxiliary VFW First Presbyterian Circle IV pot luck, PTA speech by Dwight Bode, White Shrine, YWCA tours, Jaycee Ettes, Navajo Club luncheon, Priscilla Club at Captain's Table, Pythian Sisters, two-ball foursome cancellations, Masonic Temple officer gatherings, and various dues reminders and reservations deadlines. Multiple groups name local venues such as Captain's Table, Country Club, KP Hall, KC Hall, and Homemakers Club with explicit times.
Mt Pleasant residents Mrs Richard Skipton and Lydia Mae Gingerich visited Washington Monday. Many local families hosted dinners, weddings, and gatherings in Washington and nearby towns. Notables include Bob Gross at a funeral in Charles City and Dan Golez and others attending Odd Fellows events in Chicago. The Friendly Bible Class marked by ten members and six guests, with donations and a birthday acknowledgment for Dr R W Yard.
John F Skipton listed as a member of the armed forces with AF serial number 17731163. Address tied to Lackland AFB Texas 78236 and Box 1524 Flight 1331 noted in the record. Date or unit not specified.
James Dixon new conductor of the Tri City Symphony Orchestra will hold auditions for new members Saturday September 25 for strings and Sunday September 26 for winds basses and percussion from 1 30 to 5 30 p m at the Masonic Auditorium Davenport openings for violins cellos basses bassoon trombone and percussion community musicians who believe themselves qualified are invited to audition for more information call 326 4934 or 786 1515
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