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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1946
Page
6
A 54 year old yeast culture central to a noted American brewery is insured with Lloyds of London for one million dollars. The asset is described as vital and unique, passed down through decades to impart distinctive character to the brewery’s beer.
The 1895 English law restricted horseless carriages to be preceded by a man with a red flag and limited speed to two miles per hour, reflecting strict rules for non horse drawn vehicles.
County Attorney John Owen and County Auditor Stan Kiesey are listed alongside county officials such as Clerk R. R. Noonan and Engineer W. P. Rawn. The Washington Independent School District names Superintendent M. M. Sewell and Principal Miss Ethel McCreedy with a School Board including Marion George and Richard A. Stewart. Washington Lodge No. 26 A. F. and A. M. notes regular meetings Fridays. Merle Green serves as W M and A. W. Yard as Secretary.
Researchers compared two identical cars over 1,000 miles at 25 mph and 65 mph. The faster car used 60 percent more gasoline, 800 percent more oil, and 700 percent more tire wear.
Westbound No 3 Golden State Limited departs 2 26 a m and No 11 Southwest Express 4 00 p m daily. California regular stops No 43 1 56 a m and No 44 4 18 a m. No 4 Golden State Limited cease 6 20 a m. No 3 stops Washington for sleeping car passengers and Kansas City beyond. No 43 stops Washington for coach passengers and Kansas City beyond. No 4 stops to discharge California passengers only. No 430 daily except Sunday 7 00 a m. No 429 daily except Sunday 1 00 a m. Lewis Goodlander arrives No 28 Mixed Train 10 45 a m. Leaves No 22 Mixed Train 11 30 a m. All trains daily except Sunday. R B Haight Agent Co M ST P & P R BK CO West Bound No 3 Davenport Kansas City local departs 9 48 a m. No 25 Southwest Limited departs 1 12 a m. East Bound No 8 Kansas City Davenport local departs 5 14 p m. No 26 Southwest Limited departs 1 12 a m. Nos 3 and 8 daily except Sunday. L R Carbee Agent.
Bus No. 3 leaves Washington 6:00 am, No. 13 at 9:45 am, No. 7 at 4:42 pm, No. 4 at 3:10 am, No. 8 at 4:10 pm, and all eastbound buses go to Chicago. Tickets available at the Bus Depot, Winga's North Side Cafe, and local depot for coast-to-coast trips.
The Stars and Stripes recounts George Denis Morgan, nephew of J. P. Morgan, marrying Yuki Kato, a Kyoto dancer, after family opposition. They wed in Yokohama's Oriental Palace hotel, lived near the Miyako Hotel, later moved to America, and finally settled in France where Morgan died. The couple had no children. Mrs. Morgan now lives in Japan with a servant and a cat, worshipping at a local church attended by American soldiers.
The interior department publishes The Aleut Language, a grammar and vocabulary titled work by three scholars over 125 years and including two Aleut songs. It risks difficult practice with terms like Lutxuqisxaqing I am at fault and Tunugalinaq sisaq islux taxtagal ikugan He began to speak.
The American Veterinary Medical Association reports soil deficiencies as causes of cattle diseases. Wasting conditions, sway-back, and prenatal issues link to cobalt iodine copper and other minerals. Remedies include soil surveys and top dressing with targeted nutrients in fertilizer or manure.
The article discusses preventing broken down udders in cows through careful breeding. It notes udders are inherited and vary by strain, advising selection of foundation stock with well attached udders. It also covers management steps such as light feeding for oversized udders and early, frequent milking around freshening.
Capt William Atteberry of Shively Kentucky was fined 10000 dollars by a military court martial in Heidelberg for black market wine dealings that yielded 966.37 dollars in profit. The sentence was approved by Lt Gen Geoffrey Keyes. He bought 23095 liters from Alsheim mayor and resold it to Langenau mayor for American clubs.
Mexico City will see streamlined trains and faster schedules to Laredo Texas starting April 1. Francisco Lona of the National railways says an agreement with Missouri Pacific will cut the Laredo to Mexico City trip from nine hours to twelve.
The earliest known zoological garden was established in China around 1100 BCE, reportedly named Intelligence Park. The site marks an early effort to curate animal knowledge and viewing experiences.
Iowa Daily Press reports a light primary atmosphere with no clear issues as Governor Blue and opponent George Olmstead trade questions. Voters see little contest, officials project 170k to 180k Republican votes, and local anecdotes touch housing woes, politics in the state capital, and Easter events at Eldora.
Joe Skubal was admitted to University Hospital in Iowa City and underwent brain clot removal after a fall three weeks earlier. He is recovering and hoped to be home by his second birthday on April 30. The report notes Easter week activities and local family updates from Round Grove.
Friday evening guests at the Evert Westen home included Mr and Mrs Walter Westen and girls, Mr and Mrs Harold Wilson and girls, and Mr and Mrs Martin Westen. Sunday diners at the Fred Eisele home hosted several couples and children, with additional visits by J H Kelley and the Soth Hillenstein family.
This new water system is designed so the same pump may be used for shallow or deep well service. Made by F. E. Myers & Bros. Co., Ashland, Ohio. If the water level changes, the pump is quickly converted by removing tap bolts with ordinary tools and attaching simple fittings.
The article notes ongoing demand for popcorn with favorable growing conditions and contracts for seed purposes. North Carolina farmers report prices of 10 to 12 cents a pound for their popcorn, indicating steady profit potential despite modest returns.
Recent research from the department of agriculture shows that quicker freezing of meat increases tenderness during the freezing process, highlighting a potential method to improve quality.
Mr and Mrs Bob Howell called at the Elmer Mason home Thursday afternoon. Lloyd and Douglas Stout spent weekend at the Elbert Elmore home. Jenze Stout called at Elmer Wengers Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Elmer Mason Clyle and Margaret visited Forrest Mullers Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs Lewis Hering called at the Elmer Mason home Saturday afternoon.
Grass on yards helps sweep less and lowers dust which carries diseases and colds. The passage emphasizes lawn cover as a health measure.
An article notes swine brucellosis as an infectious disease highlighting its transmission risk and need for monitoring among pig populations and farm operations.
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