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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1926

Page

2

Engagement announced at Sunnyside Country Club

Mrs F C Fish presided at a luncheon revealing the engagement of her daughter Mildred to George Hagerman son of Mr and Mrs J C Hagerman of 301 Timden Street. Wedding date not set but likely in October with a 16 cover table and a centerpiece of marigolds and purple asters.

F.C. Fish Sunnyside Country Club Mildred George Hagerman J. C. Hagerman Timden Street Orchid Ambber Mimes Cyril Beaver Robert Andersen Glenn Ralston Julius Johnson Leon Schoel Janis Woodbury Faye Dorothy Martin Bernice Kohl Maxina Horner Lucille Huntington Madge Hostetter Katherine Kiester Virginia Fish Bertha Hamblin Waverly Miss Fish Lane Street East High School Hagerman Central Town Power & Light Co

O E S Chapter Supper and Play Draw 125 Attendees

Becker chapter of O E S held a supper and one act play at the Masonic temple drawing 125 attendees. Mrs Orlo Miller led the supper with committee while Martha Shireman and Lou Emma Dunlavey directed The Eastern Star Clothes Line. Cast included Olga Buxton Mayme Yrum bauer Lou Emma Dunlavey and others.

Becker O. E &. Picing Masonic Temple Orlo Miller Martha Shireman Lou Emma Dunlavey Olga Buxton Mayme ‘Yrumbauer Pearl Bell Martha Shire

Parties for Wilma Jenks Pre-Wedding Celebrations

Social week features multiple events for Miss Wilma Jenks as her marriage to Dwight H. Wolfe approaches. Marie Wolfe hosts an informal shower. Alice Forbes attended for the honoree. W H Howrey hosts a cottage gathering in Sherwood Park with pink and yellow decor.

Wilma Jenks Dwight H. Wolfe Marie Wolfe Alice Forbes Grace Newkirk Mildred Bunn Edna Mae Rittenhouse Jennie Peterson Helen F. Willis Jenks Miss Forbes Miss Jenks W. H. Howrey Sherwood Park Edward Northey Miss

Garden Tea and Flower Display by Waterloo Garden Club

Waterloo Garden club hosts a garden tea and flower display at Mrs. W. B. Graham's home tomorrow from 3 to 6. Each member may invite one guest and must bring at least one flower arrangement with a card bearing initials and classification. Exhibits due by noon. Ribbons awarded with Mrs. J. W. Henderson, Mrs. George W. Wood and Mrs. Mortimer Cleveland judging. Refreshments by Messrs Waite Walker and Scinto Shockley. Birthday surprise for Mrs. Clarence Quacken Bush yesterday with refreshments by Mrs. Ray Maize and Mrs. Roy McLain.

Garden Club Waterloo Garden Club W. B. Graham Grahams J. W. Henderson George W. Wood Mortimer Cleveland R. W. Waite D. J. Walker Scinton Shockley

Ames Visitor Is Honored at Party by Mrs Seibert

Mrs Harald Seibert entertained last evening at three tables of bridge honoring Mrs H J Miller of Ames Ja The guest list included Ames Leonard Britazman Ralph Byford W J Hitchins Jane Miller Dubuque Ja Misaea Mag Galene Darby Kathleen Campbell Faye Kober Melyn Miller Vera Parker and Mildred Liebert Favors were won by Miss Darby and Miss Campbell MHL OH Miller and Mrs George Sibert assisted in serving Royal Neighbors Gala Leaf camp will entertain at 215 p m tomorrow in Moose hall at a card party In charge of the card states will be Mrs Mildred Forrester Refreshments are in charge of Mrs Myrtla Sorrenson Labating Names will take place at Judge meeting at 730 p m After the regular meeting picnic supper will be approached to which members Wood men and friends are invited There will be a serial hour.

Otterbein Guild of Graves Memorial Maxine Kessler Harald Seibert H. J. Miller Ames Leonard Britazman Ralph Byford W. J. Hitchins Jane Miller Dubuque Misaea Galene Darby Kathleen Campbell Faye Kober Melyn Miller Vera Parker Mildred Liebert Mists Darby Miss Campbell Mhl OH Miller George Sibert Royal Neighbors Gala Leafecamp Moose Hall Mildred Forrester Myrtla Sorrenson Jadge

Standing and beauty care tips from a bygone era

An old advice piece explains correct standing to improve health and appearance, urging wall and door tests to align hips, back, shoulders, and chest. It warns against a protruding abdomen, promotes deep breathing, and suggests morning and evening exercises like arm raises to improve posture. It oddly includes henna hair treatment instructions and notes heat helps color uptake.

Yetta Vargason and Elmer A Jewett Wed in Independence

At the home of Mr and Mrs EB M Vargason Independence Iowa a small ceremony united Yetta Vargason and Elmer A Jewett the Buchanan county and former Black Hawk county school official. Rev Ralph Gilbert of the 1st Presbyterian Church officiated. The couple will reside in Waterloo at 727 Denver Street.

Independence EB. M. Vargason Yatta Elmer A. Jewett Buchanan County Black Hawk County Ralph ¥. Gilbert 1St Presbyterian Church

Kathryn Brown and Clifford W Fitkin Wed in Lawn City

Kathryn Brown 1133 South Street and Clifford W Fitkin son of Mr and Mrs T E Fitkin 425 Oak Avenue wed at 7 am today at St Patrick's Church Cedar Falls officiated by Rev John Wienke. Only immediate relatives attended. Wedding breakfast at bride's home. Mrs Fitkin a nurse at Sarto Memorial hospital Cedar Falls. Mr Fitkin an interior decorator. They will live in Minneapolis Minnesota.

Kathryn Brown South Street Clifford W. Witkin T.E. Fitkin Oak Avenue St. Patrick's Church Cedar Falls John Wienke Fitkin Sarto Memorial Hospital Cedar Fall

Dinner Party Farewell Honor for Laura Jenson

Miss Laura Jenson, visiting Seattle Walsh, was guest of honor at a Black's tearoom dinner with music and bridge. Attendees included Veronica Eckes, Viola Haug, Lulu Smith, Ruth Duncey, Opal Pender, Flossie Horsfall, Nevade Sehwem, ant Miller, Allee Hille, Kathleen Pender, Marie Mansen, Ruth Edwards, Hessie Crowe, Doris Kinges, Mae Carlson, Evelyn Hite.

Laura Jenson Seattle Walsh Black Veronica Eckes Viola Haug Lulu Smith Ruth Duncey Opal Pender Flossie Horsfall Nevade Sehwem Ant Miller Allee Hille Kathleen Pender Marie Mansen Ruth Edwards Hessie Crowe Doris Kinges Mae Carlson Evelyn Hite

First M E Women Choose Officers for Ensuing Year

Alys F Barron was elected President of the Foreign Missionary BKociety of First Methodist Malacopus church. Other officers named include Mrs C J Bunker Vice President Mrs WH Gilbert Second Vice President Mrs C R Cassell Treasurer Mrs O J Packman Secretary Mrs Leo Hoover and Mrs Verne Myers Standard Bearers and Mrs Cecil Thomas and Mrs Fred Repass King’s Heralds. Also C Z Ingats became president of the wd society. Alesssell and Mrs Barron will be delegates to the Des Moines district convention in Fort Dodge. Talks by Mrs J Z Johnson and Mrs Lotus Sarvay during the day.

Alys. F . Barron First Methodist Malacopus Church C. J. Bunker WH. Gilbert Second View C. R. Cassell O. J. Packman Leo Hoover Verne Myers Cecil Thomas J. 2. Johnson Lotus Sarvay

Neelans Gerholdt Marriage Service at Independence

Miss Nettle Gerholdt wed Paul Neelims at noon in Independence Indiana with only close relatives present. Bride from 424 Columbia Street wore a white frock of satin peargett and corsage bouquet of sweet peas. Neelang son of Mrs Frank Cousins of Oelwein, is employed by Rath Packing. They will reside briefly with the groom’s relatives at 243 Maple Street after dinner at the bride’s home.

Suss Nettle Gerholdt Paul Neelims Independence Air Airs Willham Gerholdt Columbia Street Mr. Neelang Frank Cousins Oelwein TaiUe Rath Packing Company

Club Notes from New Century and Friendship Circles

New Century club will meet tomorrow with Mrs. R. L. Ingersoll. Joyla club will entertain husbands at 7 o’clock dinner tomorrow evening at Elk Run. Golden Link club met yesterday with Mrs. James Lam mert. Mrs. John Genzler was given a birthday cake. Time was spent with needlework. Mrs. George R. Gilpatrick entertained Friendship club with a birthday dinner yesterday at her home. She was assisted by her daughter Mrs. Loulna Meister and Mrs. Nina Pinkney. Mrs. Gilpatrick received gifts. H. G. W. Friendship circle was hosted yesterday at the home of Mrs. Dana Leonard. Contest winners were Mrs. John Everman, Mrs. Albert De Wilde, and Mrs. Joan Yeoman. Mrs. Harold Miller of Ames and Mrs. Jane Aller of Dubuque attended as guests. Mrs. Harvey J. Karl hosted the 4 and 3 club with a 1 o’clock luncheon at blue-decorated table. High bridge scores went to Mrs. BR. F. Bartz, Mrs. George Wellein, and Mrs. John N. Phillips. Guests included Mrs. Dan O’Neal and Mrs. F. R. Cabh.

Graves Memorial United Brethren Sisterhood E. Heskett Ames Mary Crist B. Ia Rummel Ann Lichty W. M. Fury Elmer McGinnis Barry Hertzer EB. L. Morrow Lake Worth Fla R. T. Graber Eni Esther Schenk Cattle Congress Il Fears Heskett L. G. Todd John George J. G Crazier George R. Gilpatrick Friendship Club Loulna Meister Nina Pinkney H. G. W. Friendship Circle Dana Leonard John Everman Albert de Wilde Joan Yeoman Harold Miller Jane Aller Dubuque Harvey J. Karl BR. F. Bartz George Wellein John N. Phillips Dan O'Neal F. R. Cabh

Penney Co Store Opens 173 Doors in Waterloo

The Penney Co store opened at 9 a m detailing a large main sales floor with 130 foot width and wide aisles. Manager A D Majer said the store aims to be a civic partner in Waterloo while Fred W Crisp assists as assistant manager. The store operates with extensive natural lighting and will remain open until 5 p m on opening day.

J. G. Penney Co., Inc Waterloo Jocal Pandey Wrench Childrens Waterton D. Majer Water Majoy Ishpeming Mich Fred WW. Crisp Tahpennings Moder Tontebt St. Paul Penney Kompany A New York Sp. m

City in Brief Roundup of Local Visits and Travel

Local notices report Jeanelle Frank visiting her sister Mrs Schoitz in Colonial apartments while Schoitz Tool chief A. Schoitz returns from business trips to Chicago Cleveland and Buffalo. Mrs Ferry heads to Los Angeles via Portland and Seattle seeking milder climate for health. Rev Warren Steeves returns from Baptismal association meetings in Northwood. Marjorie Williams undergoes appendectomy at Allen Memorial Hospital and shows favorable progress. Theft of a fox fur collar and tire rim from a car near Electric Park is reported. Joan Young, former Waterloo resident, visits with son J A Young after 20 years away. Preston Gibson leaves for Iowa City to begin medical studies. Martha Hermann undergoes mantolas operation after hospital visit. Willis Wightman released on bond after attempted assault charge. Mrs Searr and granddaughter Ramona Harder depart for St Cloud Florida after extended visit. Edna Esher arrives from Los Angeles for a visit with her father P F W Esher. She plans a Chicago trip before returning west. Light entertainment ad notes rag time and jazz piano lessons by appointment.

Jeanelle Frank Canton C. A. Schoitz Colonial Apartments A. Schoitz The Schoitz Tool, Gear & Machine Works Chicago Cleveland Buffalo N.Y R. PF. Ferry Los Angeles Portland Seattle Ferry Warren GL. Steeves Walnut Street Baptist Church Wll Northwood Baptis Association Marjorie Williams Rey Wiliams Broadway Allen Memorial Hospital Charles Vaughn Falls Avenue Electric Park Joan B. Young Cal Waterloo J. A. Young Vermont Street Young Preston E. Gibson A. E. Gibson Park Avenue West Iowa City Martha Hermann Charles Hermann Berth Avenue Presbyterian Hospital Willis Wightman Alice Searr Ramona Harder St. Cloud Fla PF. W. Esher Pathe Pictures, Inc Western Division West Coast App

Four Ask Divorce as September Term Court Approaches

Actions for divorce continue in district court for the September term with petitions filed this morning. Hallowell v Hallowell cites marriage in 1906 at Tanark and alleged cruel treatment. Umbarger v Umbarger notes marriage in 1928 at Waterloo with alleged cruelty. Husman v Husman involves desertion since two years ago from Golden Colorado marriage in 1915. Wood v Wood lists marriage in 1899 at Charles City, separation in 1900, with cruel treatment alleged.

Do. R. Hallowell Nelle D. Hallowell Tanark Clarence Umbarger Zetta Umbarger Waterloo William Husman Myrtle Husman Golden, Colo Amelia T. Wood Amos P. Wood Charles City

Cedar Rapids Men Injured In Elevator Scaffold Fall

Walter Wiggins and Melvin Peet of Cedar Rapids were injured when a scaffold broke, dropping about 20 feet from the top of the Moeller & Walter elevator shed. Wiggins broke an arm and suffered bruises. Peet had scratches and bruises. Wiggins to be sent home today.

Reinbeck Walter Wiggins Melvin Peet Cedar Rapids Moeller & Walter Wiggins Peet

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