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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1944
Page
3
A nostalgic column contrasts past comforts like hammocks and sleighs with modern life, laments juvenile delinquency coverage, and critiques wartime labor policies. It questions compensation plans for unemployed war workers and the broader push toward radical economic change, urging realism and restraint.
A collage of humorous quotes and aphorisms on marriage honesty and human folly. Notable lines reference Abe Martin and a Washington man, with jokes about lovers, wealth from bachelorhood, and business pride.
Prepare four servings by using six hard cooked eggs two cups cooked asparagus two cups medium white sauce and buttered crumbs. Cut eggs in quarters lengthwise layer crumbs in a baking dish add alternating layers of asparagus and egg slices top with white sauce and crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Individual casseroles may be used.
The film features Ann Miller with new taps and rhythms backed by six major bands led by Charlie Barnet Louis Armstrong Alvino Rey Jan Garber Glen Gray and Teddy Powell. Jess Barker and Nan Wynn co star with Miller in a music filled program promising swing and rhumba among lively performances. Local readers also note visits from Howard BeensBlossom and family and others including Margaret ODea and Dell Ferrier with updates on travel and greetings.
Edward Small presents a streamlined comedy based on the stage hit Up In Mabel’s Room arriving at the State Theatre Sunday. star cast includes Gail Patrick Marjorie Reynolds Dennis O’Keefe Mischa Auer Charlotte Greenwood Lee Bowman Binnie Barnes John Hubbard Janet Lambert with O’Keefe and Reynolds as a groom and wife whose marriage is strained by his past indiscretions.
2nd Lieut. Russell Miller returns to Crawfordsville military camp after furlough home. The report notes a brief home visit and Miller’s return to duties as events unfold locally.
Pilotburg reports farmers finishing combining and threshing with some hay left. Frost threatens later corn, while road improvements ease rural travel as Stanley Mouser grades a front yard for an upcoming oil road. Local residents visit kin and help with farm tasks as family life unfolds in early August.
Ice cream is described as relatively low in calories among desserts and a good source of nutrients. A sixth quart serving provides about 17 percent of an adult's daily calcium need, along with vitamin A and protein.
Sew several thicknesses of a thin blanket together to form pot holders. Bind with bias tape or overcast with colored thread. Short narrow pieces and tag ends can also be used to polish shoes.
The Cedar Chips 4 H club will meet Wednesday evening August 16 at Jerry Gardner's home. Gladys Knapp visits her grandparents Charles and Mrs Stewart. Hillsboro visitors stop at the Dr Gardner farm while others vacation at Minnesota lakes.
A tire that operates five pounds under its recommended pressure reduces tire life by about 32 percent. This finding highlights the importance of maintaining proper inflation to optimize wear and performance.
Cotton fabrics take longer to launder than other fabrics because they hold soil more firmly. They are stronger when wet and tolerate longer, harsher washing. Use hot water up to 160 degrees Fahrenheit for most cottons, while sheer cottons should be washed in water no hotter than 125 degrees Fahrenheit.
Farm guidance explains pasteurize cream before churning to kill enzymes that develop strong flavors in stored butter. Pasteurization reduces off flavors and improves butter quality for longer storage on farms.
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