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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1952

Page

6

Factors to raise 1952 corn yields Iowa study totals eight controllable items

Iowa State College experts list eight controllable factors to boost corn per acre including date and rate of planting, fertilizer use, seed bed prep, weed control, rotations and insect management, plus selecting resistant varieties and proper soil preparation to maximize yield potential.

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Crop rotation with legumes boosts corn yields and soil health

A good corn rotation including legumes increases yields and total production compared to grain crops alone. It improves soil fertility and structure, reduces erosion and certain pests, distributes yearly labor, and fits livestock programs. Insecticides help control corn borers and rootworm.

City Hall Bowling League Results and Highs

Shell Oilers beat Journal 2 to 1 with total pins 2502 to 2202, Sitters Bleetrie toppled State Highway 5 to 1, Phillips Draw defeated Atchison Shoes 2 to 1. High: Shell Oilers 2502. J Birnev 525, Ted Brown 521. Shell Oilers 778 team game.

Shell Oilers Journal Shell Sitlers Bleetrie Sitters Phillips Atchison Shoes Phillips Fert Atchison J. Birnev T. Brown Sithers Electric C. Snyder Hig R. Dewis G. Moothart M. Donaldson G. McKune Ted Brown Hoberr la Gilmore J. Smith D Bambette Sidters Electric Phillips Drug Journal of

Red Cross Chapters Aid in Disaster Response and Rehab

Red Cross chapters across the United States supply nurses doctors transportation canteens shelter and clothing during major disasters. After immediate needs are met the organization aids rehabilitation by re pairing homes providing furniture long term medical care and helping reestablish small businesses based on need.

Red Cross United States

Lightweight Soles Demand Boost for Warm Regions

Sole tanners report rising demand for lightweight leather soles from southern states and California. New England and other cold regions still require extra thick soles for winter wear.

California New England

Washington Evening Journal masthead and contact info

The fragment lists the Washington Evening Journal staff roles and affiliations. It notes publishers, editors, and managers, plus association memberships and subscription rates. The piece reads like a newspaper masthead from Washington Iowa with standard publication details.

Ramblings on 1924 Democratic Convention and Ballots

The writer recalls the 1924 Democratic National Convention in New York, describing a two week deadlock that resulted in John W. Davis as the compromise candidate after long balloting. He notes the press coverage and compares it to potential open contention in a modern convention if no candidate gains a majority.

Truman Harriman Kefauver Kerr Russell Barkley Philadelphia Chicago Journal Associated Press Carl Anderson New York John W. Davis New Yor al Smith William G. McAdoo California Davis Ambbassador England Calvin Coolidge

Washington County political notes and Shrine events

The article notes Bryan vote counts in Washington County and compares 1950 and 1952 Democratic and Republican tallies, with five Democratic precincts and nineteen Republican precincts. It highlights Shriners activities in Davenport, Kaaba Temple band members from Washington, and obituaries in the Iowa Waltonian praising district meetings and local efforts.

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Linda Mitchell celebrates first birthday at Sunrise Acres

Mrs. and Mrs. Dale Mitchell hosted Linda Mitchell’s first birthday at Sunrise Acres with three cakes and many gifts. Linda enjoys unwrapping packages and greeting guests with a bright smile. Lisle and Fern Hering took Don Swartzendruber to Ainsworth for Easter, then to Goshen in Indiana.

Havre Dale Mitchell Linda Sunrise Acres Lisle Fern Hering Don Swartzendruber Ainsworth Indiana Goshen Mike Koehler Meo George Koehler Sr Everett Westen Larry Dave Richard

Iowa District Court Seeks Absolute Divorce in Washington County

Petition filed in Washington County Iowa alleges cruel and inhuman treatment and habitual drunkenness. Plaintiff seeks dissolution of marriage and an absolute divorce from Velda Miller. Defendant Vela Miller must appear by May 15 1952 or default and decree will be entered. Attorney for plaintiff is C Owen at 119 West Washington Street Washington Iowa.

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Amman’s Rapid Rise From Mud Village to Major City

Amman, capital of Jordan, transformed from a mud-walled village into a bustling city. Once 60 000 residents in 1945, it now surpasses 150 000 and may reach about 500 000 in five years.

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