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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1947
Page
4
A commentary notes a heat wave, film taxes in Britain, and calls for investigations into political spending. It warns of a coming October 1 motor safety law raising penalties for uninsured drivers and explores Russia’s closed society and rising gasps of political pressure. It cites planetary costs and garden tips, ending with reflections on labor laws and discipline.
A Washington businesswoman misplaced two twenty dollar bills during Saturday shopping. On Sunday morning she contacted shops and finally received help from Dee's Cafe staff, who found the money on the floor where she had walked. They returned it, easing her distress.
Walnut items record visits and daily tasks in Walnut Iowa. Louie Blaine and Louise travel to Missouri. Janice Wilson visits from Moline. Schimmerpfennig family visit Des Moines. Harriet grants a weeklong stay. Carl Nelson and neighbors work on farms. Earl Burrough travels to California after 41 years. local residents host gatherings and assist with threshing and house work.
A New York City fireman Felix Dolan, 58, died aboard a Pan American Constellation en route to Ireland. Dolan was found dead by Terrance Munday mid flight and was kept hidden by the pilot and nearby passengers until landing at Shannon.
The notice lists subscription prices by carrier in Washington. Rates include quarterly and annual options with different zone charges and advance payment terms.
Washington August 11 lumber output rose in all regions during the first six months of 1947 reaching 15.87 million board feet, an 11 percent gain over the same period in 1946. The National Lumber Manufacturers Association said hiring and equipment shortages persist but demand in building programs is being met and the lumber shortage is over.
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