Median Income Rise for American Family Unit
The median income for the American family unit last year was 2700 dollars, up 800 from 1941. The figure reflects broader postwar economic gains and higher family earnings.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1946
Page
6
County Officials and Local Addresses Listed
County Attorney John Owen County Auditor Stan Kiesey County Clerk R R Noonan County Engineer W P Rawn County Welfare Director Mrs Payne Marshall County Recorder Harriet Coulter County Sheriff Harold Putnam County Treasurer W E Howell County Supt of Schools Lester B Krabill County Coroner Dr W S Kyle County Supervisors Ned Morrow Clarence Fulton Arthur Wiley Chiropractors Dr Chas C Brown Chiropractor Neurocalometer Service Office opposite Court House Office Phone 102 Downstairs office Residence phone 14
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Owen
Stan Kiesey
R. R. Noonan
W. P. Rawn
Ano
Harriet Coulter
Harold Putnam
W. E. Howell
Lester B. Krabill
W. S. Kyle
Ned Morrow
Clarence Fulton
Arthur Wiley
Chas. C. Brown
Court House
Washington Independent School District and Lodge Notices
The Washington Independent School District lists Superintendent M M Schell and Junior High Principal Miss Ethel McCreedy with a school board including Marion George C P Weld Richard A Stewart Henry B Bailey B F Bostwick Jr and Harry Ramseyer. Washington Lodge No 26 A F and A M holds regular meetings the first Friday of each month with Merle R Green W M and A W Yard secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Independent School District
M. M. Schell
Ethel
Washington Lodge No
A. F
A. M
Merle R. Green
W. M
A. W. Yard
Farm Tractors Surge As War Boosts American Ownership
American farmers now own about two million tractors up more than 40 percent during the war, reflecting a sharp rise in farm mechanization and equipment investment nationwide. The increase signals how wartime needs and productivity goals pushed farmers to expand their tractor fleets.
Dog Days Named for Sirius Star
The period of summer known as dog days was named by the ancients for the rising of the Dog Star Sirius in the sky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sirius
California and Southwest trains schedule with stops and notes
Rail timetable entries list No. 38 Golden State Limited and No. 4 Golden State Limited. It notes No. 38 stops Washington for sleeping car passengers and beyond, No. 4 stops to discharge California passengers only, with other trains' daily regular stops and times including No. 11 Southwest Express and No. 13 Southwest Express in the evening and No. 43 California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden State Limited
Southwest
California
Southwest Express
Golden State Limited SA Hakekien
Washington
Kansas City
Beyond
Washington Bus and Rail Schedule Announcement
The notice lists multiple departures and arrivals for trains and buses serving Washington and surrounding cities. It includes times for westbound and eastbound trains, local and regional routes, and ticket purchasing details at the local depot and Winga's Cafe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Eastpounda
Ees
Ene
Ach
Chicago
Winga
North Side
North Side Square
Practical Septic Tank Systems and Cement Use on Farms
Practical guidance on building durable septic tanks using concrete, tile drainage disposal fields, and cement types. Includes tank sizing when including coffee grounds, mound protection tips, and detailed notes on jointing, slopes, and outlet placement. Also mentions bee vision with thousands of lenses.
Nephews and Nieces Honor Mrs. M. King At Birthday Dinner
Nephws and nieces visited Mrs. Mary King for her birthday on March 24 bringing gifts and filled dinner baskets. A birthday card shower recalled the day as pleasant with several relatives joining the dinner in Crawfordsville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. King
Mary W. Packer
Crawfordsville
Mar
Mary King
Dwight Messenger
Wayland
Cloyce Messenger
Rose Mary
Wapello
Cloyce Messenger, Jr
Iowa University
Frank Elliott
Burlington
Carrie Funk
Olds
King
Amarican Legion Auxiliary
Legion Hall
Resently
Tom Martin
State Hospital
Mt. Pleasant
Viola Hering
Joyce Gault
Tracy Orris
Washington County
Crawfernsville
Brighton
N. F. Chapman
Niota
Presbyterian Church
Chapman
Employer Questionnaire for Returning Veterans in Washington County
Employers in Washington County are asked to answer two questions to aid veteran employment. Question 1 asks how many additional ex-service men can be used. Question 3 asks what qualifications are required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
U.S. Employment Service
Washington
Iowa
Marriage Announcement Katheryn Troyer and John Wonderling
Katheryn Troyer daughter of Mr and Mrs Earles Troyer married John T Wonderling Rdt M2 son of Mr and Mrs C Wonderling of Martinsburg Ohio on March 17 at Utica Methodist church Katheryn works for Ohio Bell Telephone Co in Columbus and he will report to Great Lakes naval training center for reassignment Local neighbors Mr and Mrs Herbert Campbell hosted a Sunday dinner at the home of Carl T Anderson Also notes about home improvements at the Anderson and Bishops properties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Stransky
Pilotburg
Katheryn Troyer
Earles Troyer
John T. Wonderling
Great Lakes Naval Training Center
Troyers
Herbert Campbell
Carl T. Anderson
Carl T. Andersons
Cleaning Tips for Brightening Jewelry with Soap Suds
Dashing jeweled medallions and clips can be brightened by rubbing with a soft brush dipped in dry soap suds. Use little water, rinse, and dry with a clean lintless cloth.
Local youth events in county spelling and 4H club meeting
Cornelius Yoder is doing this work. Allan Stransky took part in the county spelling contest Saturday. The Cedar Chippers 4H club met at Lexington Tuesday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Yoder
Allan Stransky
Lexington
Widow of Iowa Governor Dies at 87
Des Moines reports the death of Mrs. Beryl F. Carroll 87 widow of Iowa’s former governor who served 1909 to 1913. She died of a cerebral hemorrhage after months of illness. Carroll founded the Iowa Legislative Ladies League in 1910 and long resided in Bloomfield before moving to Des Moines in 1902 with her husband. Funeral services are set for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Beryl F. Carroll
Iowa
State auditor named amid official reshuffle
Egg information describes uses in custards sauces souffles and mayonnaise. Specialists suggest beating egg whites for clouding soups or using an egg shell with remaining white to settle muddy coffee.
Raw Peppers Shine In Salads And Leftovers
Raw peppers stand out for nutrition and color in salads and can transform leftover food into appealing main dishes. They offer crisp texture and vitamin content without cooking.
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Benteco Food Store
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T. W. Harwood
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Harry Montgomery City
Grace H. Stephen
Ruth Lytle
Jones Funeral Home
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Ralph Minick
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Sherman
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John W. Lemmon
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Bee Line Taxi
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Oskaloosa Branch
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Lewis Goodlander
C. IB
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C. M
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Southwest Limited
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BEE Line Transit
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Knoxville
Indianola
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Pioneer Drug Store
Rudy Wessler
George Pratt
Washington Concrete Company
North 12Th Street
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T. W. Harwood Insurance Agency
Washington Soy Mill
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Russell Beard
John Shields & Sons
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H. H. McAllister & Son
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