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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1944
Page
8
Iowa reports an August crop outlook with corn production at about 583 million bushels and an average yield of 47 bushels per acre on 11.346 million acres. Despite wet spells, stands range from fair to very good, with frost risk looming. Soybeans are pegged at 35.3 million bushels on 2.208 million acres.
Iowa farmers project 2 017 000 acres for soybeans nearly unchanged from last year with a smaller share of total land for beans. Oats yield declines to 17.5 bushels per acre while flaxseed rises to 1 098 000 bushels. Hay output up about 12 percent, winter wheat 2 250 000 bushels, barley at 15 000.
Helen M DoBay daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael DoBay Far Rockaway N Y and Richard F Duncan Ph M 2 C son of Mr and Mrs W T Duncan Columbus Junction were married August 5 at St Johns Church Far Rockaway Rev F Urbano officiated A reception followed at St Regis hotel New York City The bridea s employed as a navy stenographer The bridegroom attended Columbus High School and Des Moines College and enlisted in the navy in January 1942.
Ridgway ware known for its old blue began at a Hanley pottery in Staffordshire in 1794 under Job Ridgway. His sons carried on but split in 1830 with one side producing ware for the American market. Notable pieces include the Beauties of America series and numerous English views.
Postmaster General Frank C. Walker urges Americans to prepare and mail Christmas gifts to Army and Navy personnel overseas between September 15 and October 15. Parcels must weigh under five pounds, fit 15 inches by 36 inches girth, be well packed, labelled inside and out, and not exceed one parcel per week per recipient. Strong boxes, tape, and twine are emphasized to ensure delivery.
The document outlines how to pack and mail overseas gifts including candies, nuts, caramels, cookies, fruit cake and chocolate bars, with strict prohibitions on perishables inflammables poisons and fragile items. It notes opening day September 15 for mailing and urges prompt action. It lists several family members with addresses including England San Francisco Hawaii Florida and Texas amid a community update.
The 29th annual Hotle families reunion was held yesterday noon with 56 relatives and guest Betty Griggs. A cooperative lunch featured fried chicken as officers for the new year were elected: Homer Hotle president Gilbert Hotle vice president Lucille Fulton secretary-treasurer. Next year's reunion set for the second Thursday in August at Sunset Park.
Washington County notice to all concerned that an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament is filed, initiating probate proceedings and requiring interested parties to appear and respond under the applicable court rules.
The last will and testament of B E Brinton, deceased, dated July 24 1944 has been filed and opened. Thursday August 17 1944 at 9:00 AM at the Court House Washington Iowa the District Court or Clerk will hear proof and determine probate. Interested persons must appear and show cause if any. By order of R R Noonan Clerk of the District Court.
The Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid held its August meeting hosted by Mrs. W. M. Tweeten yesterday afternoon. Seven members and 12 visitors attended including Rev. T. C. Meibohm and family of LaCrosse Indiana. Reports from secretary treasurer and committees were read and approved. Rev Alton Koch led the missionary study. A social hour followed with refreshments served by the hostess and two helpers.
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