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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1950
Page
5
A collection of reflections on faith, aging, corn, hunger and world affairs. The column critiques longshoreman Harry Bridges and Korea’s looming conflict, warns against price and wage controls, and questions monarchies as Belgium’s Leopold II regains the throne amid public discontent.
Farmers gain clarity on market terms such as market stronger and market firm noting prices rise or stay near. Development of new materials enables steam turbines with half a million kilowatts output, about three times today’s largest models, enough to power a city the size of Washington DC.
Washington county supervisors approve 22 precincts worth about 0,900 homestead tax credit applications stamped with each member’s facsimile. County Assessor Kiesey notes personal property valuations rose 15.4 percent under new method, with total personal property value at 5,920,414. A county conference board meeting will set the tax budget and elect two review board members.
The note wishes birthday greetings to Eugene Chalupa Jim Rich Barbara Jane Redlinger Hilton Coon Mrs James Carter and John Waters It also honors wedding anniversaries for Don Maxwell Mr and Mrs Brenneman Mr and Mrs Harol Johnson and Mr and Mrs George Bond Seven candles mark Thomas West and Sharon Ann Armstrong birthdays while Julie Katherine Johnston has eight candles.
A 124 mile paved highway from San Felipe to Mexicali turns the Baja town into a budding tourist and fishing center. The link cuts travel time from ten hours on rough roads to about two hours by car, boosting local fishing and shrimp industries with easier transport of perishable cargo.
Dublin AP reports pilgrims visiting Lough Derg endure austere conditions with little sleep and one bread and water meal daily. They perform four Stations of the Cross in bare feet, face long fasts, rosaries, and nocturnal prayers amid rain and isolation before ending the vigil.
The island 130 yards by 60 yards is densely built around a key church that projects over the lake. Erected in 1929 to replace an inadequate structure, it rests on 123 reinforced concrete piers and has 169 windows, is octagonal with three altars, and was consecrated in 1931 elevating it to a minor basilica by Pope Pius XI.
Dynamite the Black Panther stars in Forbidden Jungle opening Thursday at the Fox Theatre. Trainer Chubby Guilfoyle keeps the animal controlled on set to prevent violent tantrums while other beasts such as tigers lions and gorillas appear. A gorilla versus tiger fight is showcased, echoing a 1949 circus clash between large jungle predators.
A Jack Schwarz production for Eagle Lion Films features Alyce Louis Don Harvey Robert Cabal and veteran actor Forrest Taylor in a human acting showcase for Forbidden Jungle. The release highlights a notable ensemble for this era of cinema.
The American Municipal Association says over 300 cities use gas engines at sewage plants to burn sewer gas for power. Sioux Falls installs a 1.00 horsepower engine expected to supply all plant electricity, saving about $25,000 yearly. Nylon mesh inserts are being used in men's shoes for ventilation and style.
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