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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1952
Page
1
A visitor named Moses from India toured farms in a central county area, discussing agricultural practices with local farmers. He spoke en route to the Methodist general conference in San Francisco, emphasizing conservation, mechanization limits, and mutual aid programs between India and the United States.
President Truman and Congress plan a flood relief program after Missouri River floods. Congress pledges federal funds and material support to Nebraska Iowa South Dakota Minnesota and surrounding areas. Housing Administrator Foley to coordinate relief from Omaha Nebraska.
Harold Stephens commander of the Washington National Guard said the local unit may be sent to the Grandview to Keokuk area if duty is invoked during Mississippi River floods. Capts Stephens and unit members prepared at the armory for field gear readiness and will receive a typhoid inoculation before the Sunday camp period as a precaution.
City police issued another warning to dog owners to keep pets at home. Dogs running loose damage gardens and flowers will be acted upon, and owners are urged to prevent nuisance, especially at this time of year. Chief Carl Haneker urged responsible pet control.
County volunteers are urged to assist at the Westinton County Junior Fair site at the cape of Washington. Officials request workers bring tools and donate time to accelerate construction while saving costs.
M. M. Thompson sues Fred J Speed operator of Speedway Market claiming an oral agreement from April 1 1947 to run the meat department earned him 60 weekly pay plus 7 of profits. He states 33 900 in commissions are unpaid and credits reduce claim to 2672 19. Attorney J Kehoe represents Thompson.
A tractor owned by a Mr. Baker sustained fire damage during a Wednesday afternoon blaze near Washington. Firefighters tackled the flames and towed the damaged vehicle for repair, with no injuries reported and the cause under investigation.
Petition demands repeal of an Iowa statute prohibiting colored Oleo sales in the state. Grocers say they lose thousands yearly as housewives buy colored Oleo across the Mississippi in Rock Island Moline. The passage also notes the Pacific Ocean area and its comparison to other oceans.
President Truman won early congressional backing for a nationwide flood control plan after touring flood damaged areas with seven Midwestern governors. He urged funds for rehabilitation and relief and sought restoration of flood control money cut by the House, while some Republicans urged pressure on party leaders to restore funding.
Senator Paul H. Douglas, labeled a northern liberal, endorsed Tennessee Senator Estes Kefauver for the presidency and urged the people to make their voices heard. The endorsement followed Adlai Stevenson’s withdrawal from the race, with Douglas asserting Kefauver is the best remaining Democratic candidate and could defeat Senator Robert Taft.
Mennonite gathering at the Eicher Mennonite Church near Wayland features guests speakers and special sessions. The event includes religious services, music programs, and activities for women and men with congregational participation.
George L Lee Cassabaum 71 died suddenly at a Columbus Junction home from a heart ailment. He was born south of Columbus City on July 25, 1885 and married Mabel Bain in 1905. Survived by three sons Arthur C Everette and Howard, two brothers Oscar and Jesse, a sister Mrs. Fred Cuthamp, and seven grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are pending at Stephens Funeral Home.
Washington Junior High will join the Eleventh National Children s Clothing Crusade in Iowa April 28 to May 3 under principal Phieger. Clothing will aid Save The Children Federation for rural US areas and overseas victims in Korea Finland France Greece Austria Germany Italy Lebanon.
Dave Livingston of Washington Iown urged about a thousand farmers and businessmen in Norfolk to consider three factors shaping agriculture: population growth, rural depopulation, and shrinking cropland. He spoke at the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce annual northeast Nebraska banquet.
Fern's Pastry Shop of Washington won the top prize at the Iowa Bakers Association Convention bakery exhibit in Waterloo. The exhibit featured a four layer white wedding cake by Mr. Fern's. The 1953 convention concluded yesterday and Cedar Rapids received the award.
The Iowa Association of Future Farmers of America holds its convention in Cedar Rapids for three days with delegates bringing their own bands and chorus. Plans developed by the executive committees outline contests in public speaking creed speaking and extemporaneous speaking and a full program ahead.
Cedar Rapids has been chosen as a national symbol city for the American Cancer Society drive led locally by Mrs. Jaques Birney of Washington County. A parade is planned for April 16 and will be televised on Edward R. Murrow, with cured cancer patients appearing on TV and radio shows. A banquet for cured patients will be held at the Roosevelt Hotel on April 22.
A new Apache Indian Guide tribe was formed Wednesday night at John Owen’s home, the fourth such group in the city by the YMCA to foster father son bonds. Members include Richard A. Stewart Allen Howard Tlazen Dean Owen Bill Boshart Mike C M Talbot Steve Kenneth Blecha Edger Steeg Kyle Kenneth Patterson Michael. Inductions for Blackhawk and Mohawk tribes are planned Friday at the MCA.
A range of 1001 sleep aids exist but none work well without a good bed. Comfort of the sleeping surface remains the crucial factor for true rest.
Howard L. Witting, chairman of the Washington county PMA committee, urges Iowa farmers to boost corn plantings after Missouri River floods. He warns flood damage will destroy thousands to possibly millions of bushels, reducing feed reserves and urging reallocation of acreage to reach a state goal.
Sixty eight mutinous convicts held a captured New Jersey prison print shop as a riot unfolded. Warden William Carty warned surrender was possible tonight as hostages were taken and food dwindled during the 17 day uprising.
Wayne Simer plans a week at Oscar Mayer Packing Company in Davenport. He will soon inaugurate a new buying station for the firm at Clarence Iowa. George H. Brooks has assumed buyer duties at the Simerman yards in Wayland.
Missouri River flood threatens Council Bluffs as crest nears 31.5 feet with three day persistence. Army engineers urge volunteers to reinforce Anchor Levee. 87000 displaced across Missouri Mississippi Red river floods. Restoration funds expected after Truman declares eastern Nebraska disaster.
Installation of the Moose officers was held Wednesday night at the lodge hall with past governor M L Linder of Mt Pleasant as installing officer. Newly installed were Robert Dunbar governor Cloyd Garrett past governor Guy Troxell junior governor Clifford Brown prelate Myron Burroughs sergeant at arms and Hubert Walker 3 Year trustees The Moose will sponsor a dance at the hall on Friday April 25.
Cloudy with occasional rain showers and cooler west of Des Moines. West highs 53 to 63, east 63 to 70. Partly cloudy mild tonight and Friday with lows 40 to 46 and highs 65 to 70. Outlook partly cloudy with continued mild conditions into Saturday.
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