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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1946
Page
6
The Krakatoa volcanic explosion of 1883 was heard as far as 1,400 miles away across Java and the surrounding regions. The event reverberated globally, with reports of shock waves and atmospheric disturbances reaching distant shores.
Local and east west bus and rail timetables list departures and arrivals for routes from the 107 W. 2nd depot. Notes cover sleeper car and coach stops, daily and weekend service, and connections to Kansas City Washington Chicago Cedar Rapids and Mt Pleasant. Tickets may be purchased at the depot or nearby cafe for coast to coast travel.
County government row of officials includes 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 Mrs Harriet Coulter County Sheriff Harold Putnam County Treasurer W E Howell County Supt of Schools Lester B Krabill County Coroner Dr W S Kyle and County Supervisors Ned Morrow Clarence Fulton Arthur Wiley.
Dr Chas C Brown chiropractor provides neurocalometer service with an office opposite the Court House. Office phone 102. Downstairs office. Residence phone 814.
Washington Independent School District Superintendent M M Schell, Principal of Junior High Miss Ethel McCreedy, School Board President Marion George and members C P Weld in, Richard A Stewart, Henry B Bailey, B F Bostwick Jr, Harry Ramseyer. Washington Lodge No 26 AF and AM holds regular meeting first Friday each month with Merle R Green W M and A W Yard secretary.
The agricultural extension service reports that farmers prize skill and a settled down attitude in workers. Men aged 35 to 44 averaged the highest hourly earnings among all age groups in a recent survey.
First consideration of a water system should be to furnish an adequate supply of pure water. Wells 75 feet or more are generally safe unless surface water contaminates. A farm uses water by livestock and people, with pumping capacity and tank sizing discussed. Elevated tanks enable gravity flow and fire protection, with future needs like irrigation and animal water considered.
Employers in Washington County are asked to answer two questions to aid veteran employment. Question 1 asks how many additional ex service men they can use. Question 2 asks what qualifications they require from applicants.
The guide outlines a methodical approach to spading a garden strip six feet wide. Dig a trench at one end, remove soil, and pile it at the far end. Spade straight to full depth, lift and flip soil, and continually fill trenches by moving manure and soil to the lower trench. Maintain light slices to protect the back.
The Sugar act requires growers to pay all farm workers in full at rates deemed fair by the secretary of agriculture after public hearing and investigation. Producers must provide workers with free housing, garden plots, pasturage, and medical care. Wage rates are listed in the release.
The hessian fly, mainly a pest of winter wheat, has frequently developed in serious numbers in spring wheat regions when weather favors the insect.
In 1925 the United States constructed over 900000 new houses excluding farm homes at about 4800 dollars each, marking the peak in housebuilding. By 1940 about 600000 non farm houses were built at roughly 3800 dollars per unit, reflecting lower costs and continued expansion.
A historical note highlights that 54 000 towns and villages in the United States rely solely on highway and motor transport for access. It underscores the vast geographic spread and dependence on road systems for regional connectivity.
In April 1944 the United States dairy sector vaccinated nearly 40,000 calves to curb brucellosis. That same month more than 13,000 cattle slaughtered were found positive for the disease by blood tests.
The financial interest of farmers in co operative associations was about 660 million dollars just before World War II began.
A report finds that on average raising a child through college costs roughly the same as buying a house. The takeaway compares long term family expenses to major real estate investment.
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