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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1946
Page
2
Staff Sergeant Bill Houseal telephoned his parents in New York to say he has just landed and will be home in a week or ten days. He has served in the European theater for the last 16 months.
Meat typically holds about 60 to 70 percent water by weight. The high moisture level affects texture, juiciness, and processing behavior in various cuts and products.
Mrs. Clarence Fritz of Brigh ton was admitted last night and dismissed this morning. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Shuman of Keota welcomed a seven pound ten ounce daughter born at 1 50 this morning. Bert Smith route four was transferred today to University hospital Iowa City. Funeral services for Micheal Hollinger were held yesterday afternoon at L A Jones funeral home with Rev Milo J Phillips presiding. Pallbearers were Willis C Jones Glenn McCall Raymond Landau Harold Aherns Tom Stirling and Elmer Bontrager. Burial followed at Elm Grove cemetery.
The League of Nations today voted to dissolve, with dissolution taking effect at midnight. The historic move ends the intergovernmental organization after years of global diplomacy and collective security efforts.
Jane Mahin from Chicago visits her parents in town then flies to Seattle for public health work. Catherine Little teaches Cedar Rapids schools on Eastern vacation. Pvt Wayne A Witthoft stationed at Fort Belvoir listed. Also mentions exhibit call for sports and hobby show with $45 prizes. Bob Grimes marks 25 years at Lemmon jewelry, spanning two world wars.
Washington Y team defeats the GI quintet 48 to 40 to clinch the city championship. Norris led the Y with hot second half scoring as Fuhr added key baskets and Lowe, Jackson, and McClure contributed for GI. The game remained tight until the final quarter when the Y pulled away.
Lt Col Richard Meacham and family visited relatives in Clay for several days before heading home to Seattle. The family’s four years in the army ended with his discharge. Also noted are Janice Herr’s weekend visit with her parents, Clay Social Club gathering, local and regional visits, and teaching changes for Edith Sable.
Major Leagues standings show Cleveland Boston and New York with top records. Wednesday results include Cleveland defeating Chicago 7 to 1 and Boston beating Washington 13 to 6. National League matches include New York over Chicago and Cincinnati over Chicago with various pitching matchups listed for today.
ROUND GROVE April 17 The recent snow gave a picturesque view with purple violets and pink peach blossoms peeking through the white blanket. Residents note concern over potential fruit damage from frost.
The guide advises squeezing juice the night before to save time and keeping it cold and sealed with minimal air space to preserve vitamin C. With these precautions, citrus juice loses little vitamin C even after 24 hours in storage.
A translation error in Perrault's version altered the classic scene. Cinderella droppped a fur slipper on the palace stairs, not a glass one, changing the emphasis of the enchanter’s trace and the prince’s search.
The U S department of agriculture and state extension services join the National Fire Protection Association in a spring clean up campaign. Farmers are urged to inspect all buildings remove debris and repair machinery to prevent fires and losses estimated at 90 million dollars and 3 500 lives in 1945. A six point program covers debris removal dust to motors, chimney upkeep, tight lightning rods, weather tight roofs, proper storage of gasoline and kerosene, and banning flammable cleaners.
The article notes that apple trees rely on companion pollinators and advises against large solid blocks of a single variety. It suggests grafting and using bouquets from suitable trees at blossoming time as temporary remedies to improve pollination.
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