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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1945
Page
6
A Norwich Product promotes UNGUENTINE RECTAL CONES as a quick relief for simple piles or hemorrhoids. The ad claims it relieves irritation soreness and burning and guards against infection while promoting healing. Sold in drug stores with a money back guarantee.
A reader raves about Akim Tamiroff and Watina Paxman as Pablo and Pilar in For Whom the Bell Tolls praising their unforgettable performances. Other stars Cooper Bergman are noted as excellent. The reviewer notes high school graduations, a Sunday walk scene, and reflections on war era morale.
Memorial services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church in Ainsworth for Pfe. Robert O'Connor with family and friends in attendance. Rev. Butterworth and Lt. Kephart spoke of his high school days and service, noting his short ten months in the army and his wholesome American character.
Pvt. Robert W. Pryor of San Francisco was rescued when American forces overran a German prison camp where U S soldiers faced starvation. The prisoner described the enemy ration as a potato piece and a small chunk of hard black bread.
Gary Cooper stars as Robert Jordan opposite Ingrid Bergman in the Paramount Technicolor romance For Whom the Bell Tolls based on Hemingway. The film showcases dramatic Civil War themes with scenic splendor and a strong supporting cast.
A local ceremony featured Mae Davis, Paul Campbell, Orville Thoma and Sam Stephens performing two songs. Attendees included the Iowa State Guard, the American Legion and the class of 1,414. At the close the service ended with Taps played in tribute.
Wayland dispatch reports Mrs. Ezra Wittmer writes that Mr. and Mrs. Pete Graber drove to Kirksville Missouri on Wednesday to pick up his mother Mrs. Josephine Graber and daughter Mvelynn.
Sergeant Tom Randall earned the Bronze Star and Unit Citation for leading a daring assault against German forces near Liege Belgium and Paris. He was wounded by a sniper in Belgium and treated at William Beaumont Army Hospital. He also holds the Purple Heart and three battle stars with his wife Ruth Evelyn in El Paso.
Advice urges nurses to furnish the patient room with an easy chair so the nurse can read aloud, do handwork, converse, and rest when time allows, enhancing comfort and recovery.
Funeral services for Gladys Murdock were held yesterday afternoon at Sherman's funeral home under Rev. A. Diddams. Burial followed in Indian Creek cemetery. Pallbearers included Clifford Murdock Earl Rath Richard Vacha Wayne Marshall Kenneth Murdock and Jack McChurch.
Faculty member and Mrs. Olive Koller visited Jean’s parents Mr and Mrs Albert Smith in Cedar Falls over the weekend. Mrs George Boozell and Linda are spending a few days with Mrs Max Kauffin and family this week.
The citation notes Lt Hazen directed artillery to stall a fierce assault, reached the command post after his radio was knocked out, and evacuated his company by organizing a 20 man platoon to cross the river. He earned praise for bravery and leadership with airborne forces in Italy Normandy Holland and Germany. His parents reside in Washington with his wife in Utah.
Junior Despain won a division I rating in the state contest at Atlantic for his interpretive reading. He was accompanied by Mrs. Jae. Those who won division I ratings at the music contest in Winfield will advance to further events.
A hook fixed inside a cupboard or kitchen cabinet wall provides a safe hanger for rings or a watch during dough kneading or dishwashing. It keeps valuables in sight and away from the table or loose items, reducing loss and mix ups.
A dense schedule fragment lists radio shows and theatre acts including Firestone notices, Eddie Cantor and Abbott & Costello, along with various time slots. It notes season close date and admission prices, but the OCR is garbled, making issuers and many titles unclear.
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