West Germans vote more than Americans in turnout contrast
The article contrasts 78 percent turnout in West Germany after World War II with under 43 percent in New Hampshire the same era. James S. Kemper warns that slim U S participation risks democracy, citing Hayes' single vote as proof that one person can matter and urging a large turnout next November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Germany
James S. Kemper
Mutual Casualty
America
Keeper
Rutherford B. Hayes Hayes
Hayes
Kemper
Indiana
Congress
Moscow
Officials Demand Removal Of Bergen Crime Sign
In Hackensack New Jersey a sign reading Rid Bergen County of Crime and Corruption the Shame Is Ours was erected before the courthouse. The New Jersey crime prevention council was ordered to show cause why it should not be held in contempt. Judge J Wallace Leyden signed the order at the Bergen County bar association request. The sign cites Kefauver and Nelson Stamler accusing county officials of corruption and aims to inflame jurors and grand jurors hearing trials of indicted officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hackensack
Bergen
Court House
New Jersey Crime Prevention Council
Kefauver
Dem
Tenn
Bergen County
Nelson F. Stamler
J. Wallace Leyden
Bergen County Bar Association
Pranksters Distribute I Like Omar Fliers at NATO Conference
In Lisbon pranksters handed out match folders bearing I Like Omar and Bradley for President slogans at a NATO gathering. The gag surfaced near General Omar N Bradley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs, as Eisenhower’s friend sat at a conference table, provoking laughter among top American officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisbon
N.A.T.O
Omar
Bradley
Shape
Rocquencourt
France
Dwight D. Eisenhower
General Eisenhower
Army
Omar N. Bradley
United States Joint Chiefs of Staff
Bald eagle shows steadfast parenting despite nesting peril
A bald eagle remains a loyal parent and will not desert its eaglets even when the nesting tree is compromised. The species is noted for affectionate, protective behavior toward its young.
Backers of Public Opinion Contribute To Scholarship
Yale University Press editor Eugene Davidson argues genuine scholars resist public bias and may face little applause. He cites wartime pro Russian views and contrasts with researchers who reported issues clearly. He notes language, bee research, and Elizabethan studies show value beyond immediate fame. He says true scholars are cautious, long sighted, and wise even amid excitement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Conn
Yale
Eugene Davidson
Yale University Press
Davidson
von Frisch
Mr. Davidson
Writer of Juicy Mysteries Vows He'll Write For God
Newburgh NY profile states Mickey Spillane vows to devote future writing to promoting Jehovah's Witness beliefs. He says he has joined the faith and will pen works in that spirit. Spillane and his family reside in Orange Lake, six miles from Newburgh, in a house he built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newburgh
N.Y
Mickey Spillane
Kingdom of God
Jehovah's Witnesses
Spillane
Orange Lake
Oriental Female Sinatra Wows Em on Tokyo Stage
Misora Hibari, a 13 year old Japanese star, draws fans and guards on tour. Her concerts ignite hysteria among students and fans while her tax bill and fame underscore postwar youth culture in Japan. The article notes shifting postwar American cultural influence and a quirky Civil War sheep-to-person ratio fact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sinatra
Tokyo
Misora Hibari
Misora
Yokohama
America
Public Library Adds Wing from Fort Sherman Bequest
The Washington public library plans a new addition funded by the Fort Sherman will. A remodeling of the front and space for museum and historical exhibits will be included. The project honors Sherman and Ralph M. Smith with ongoing support from local citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Sherman
Library Board
Ralph M. Smith
Obituary of Charles Guzeman Longtime Washington Resident
Charles Guzeman lived a simple quiet life in Washington and shaped many local lives as Lincoln grade school janitor for decades. He stood six feet four inches tall and carried himself erect to his death at an age past his prime with a retentive memory of Washington history. He was born in Washington into a pioneer family and remained here with his elderly father in a small house opposite Lincoln school on South Iowa Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Guzeman
Washington
Lincoln
South Iowa Avenue
Mr. Gazeman
Lincoln School
South
Iowa Avenue
Death of Charles Guzeman Ends Washington Family Era
Charles Guzeman died Sunday after a brief illness from a heart attack. The last of a ten child family, he carried on the tradition of honoring his father Aaron H Guzeman born 1878 in Virginia, who moved to Washington in 1845 and built the Guzeman home on Southlow from his own sawmill timber. The Guzeman family had lived in Washington for 107 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Guzeman
Aaron H Guzeman
Virginia
Washington
Guzeman
Southlow
Charte Guzeman
Birthday Tributes for Local Children and Families
Happy birthday to Cathryn Anna Jarrard aged 12 daughter of Clarence and Mrs Jarrard. William Harold Zager is a year older son of Delbert and Mrs Zager. Eric Roger Larson turns two, son of Mrs David McCartney. Everett Lehmit observes wedding anniversary on April 29. Other birthdays listed include Victor Bowen son of J Bowen, Duane Wittmer Wood Dupuis Jesse Raddabougl Allen Cole and Mrs Lloyd Foster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cathryn Anna Jarrard
Clarence Jarrard
William Harold Zager
Delbert Zager
Everette Lehmit
Eric Roger Larson
David McCartney
Victor Bowen
Quote on bachelors and the altar by George Jean Nathan
A wry reflection asserts that the moment many men abandon envy of bachelors and start laughing at them will spark a stampede toward marriage, a tongue in cheek forecast attributed to George Jean Nathan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Jean Nathan
Ulin Completes Des Moines Barbering Course and Joins Arden Dawson
Cedric Ulin finished a six month barber school course in Des Moines and is now employed at the Arden Dawson shop. Other notes include a quarterly Methodist church supper on April 50 at 6 30 and various local visits and family events from Wellman and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Shroeder
Grace Heiserman
Artelie
Janet Meek
Mro
Arthur Walton
Davenport
Robert Church
Alicia
T. O. Nicholson
Norma Kemp
Henry Kemp
Norma
Kansiar
Elwin Wade
Mother's Club
Thelda Birkey
June Oldfield
Mrs Griggs Hosts Year End Tea Meeting
Mrs Mable Griggs as tea committee served delicious refreshments. This will be the last meeting of the year. Mr and Mrs Howard Durian and son visited the Charles Durian home. Howard is a recalled reserve in the U S Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mable Griggs
Howard Durian and Son
Charles Durian
Howard
U.S. Navy
Proper Radio Reception Requires Space Behind Set
For best reception keep the radio away from the wall leaving about one inch of space. Do not place the back flat against the wall to avoid signal interference.
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Loyal
LTIC
Hartford
Bruce Cowden
Sherman
Dunham Morrison
Mr. Smith
Jane A. Chilcote
Professional Directory
Louis J. Kehoe
Jeffrey
Rheo
B. Bailey
West Main
Morrison & Morrison — Attorneys
E. D. Morrison
E. D. Morrison Jr
Morrison Bldg
TEBE
Washington Evening Journal
Washington, Iowa
Fider, Shannon & Co
Jh. F. Shannon
Dave KR. Sulder
Bruce C. Cowden
Charles Morris
W. J. Shannon
Howard Hazen
Iowa
United Press
Inland Daily Press
Iowa Daily Press Ass
Iowa Press Ass'n
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Livingston & Day — Attorneys
S. W. Livingston
Robert Day—Abstract Dept
West Main St
George F. Morrison
G. Gifford Morrison
J. C. Penney Co
Stewart & Shearer
R. A. Stewart
Paul Shearer
E. Wash
Wendell L. Shaffer
Hotel Washington
Optometrists
R. Q
C. S. Lemmon
John W. Lemmon
East Side Square
P. L. Etter
Osteopathic
Charles
Happy
Cedric Ulin
Des Moines
Westinghouse
Tve
Hkitchen
Ses
Jay Brewer
Washigton State Bank
Jim Hotle
Mawriian Islands
Rock Island Produce CO
Reisters
Hotle Feed & Grain
West Chester
Pymdacote, Bom
Joe Palooka
Ham Fisher
Oiney
Handebills
Paper & Ink
Tion
Dixie Dugan
BY McEvoy & Striebe
Brother Sred, Misssss Dugan
Blondie
Darling
Dagwood
BY Chic Youn
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