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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1949
Page
5
Insurance Commissioner certifies authorization for the company to transact Fire and Allied Lines business in Iowa until April 1, 1950. On December 31, 1948 assets and liabilities figures are shown with surplus, signed by Sterling Alexander and dated May 2, 1949. READ THE WANT ADS!
Sterling Alexander, Commissioner of Insurance, certifies that Towa of the Mill Owners Mutual Fire Insurance Company is authorized to transact fire and allied lines insurance in Iowa until April 1, 1950. December 31, 1948 statements show total admitted assets 4 923 949 70 liabilities 3 281 564 34 guaranty fund 200 000 90 surplus over liabilities 1 142 385 36 and surplus as regards policyholders 1 342 985 36. seal is set at Des Moines May 2, 194%
National Patent council notes that oil proved useful and valuable only after 1859 when men began boring for it. Earlier pioneers drilling for salt grew frustrated upon finding the black sticky fluid in their wells.
North Carolina drivers cited for speeding at 75 mph face automatic six month license forfeiture. The measure targets high speed violations and aims to deter reckless driving.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kauffman, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Longwell and Pat left Monday for a week's outing in Colorado. Kathryn Roth, Raymond Graber and family also traveled. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Graber left Monday for a visit with relatives in Oregon. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Neff are visiting relatives in western states.
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research aims to prepare a national register of scientific and technical personnel in India to ensure effective utilization of scientific talent and skills across the country.
The Godlove Younkin reunion gathered 58 members at Town City park in Iowa City for a basket dinner and business meeting led by president Anna Younkin. Gifts honored Cedar Rapids oldest member Ella McLaughlin and farthest traveler Rev Jessie McLaughlin from Chicago. The group voted to meet next year in Town City Park.
Dolores Alliman, who will wed Bob Sodergren on August 17, was honored at a Monday evening bridal shower hosted by Mrs. J W Pritchard and Mrs Don Alliman. Guests enjoyed games, gifts under a decorated umbrella, streamers, miniature umbrella favors, and refreshments.
A public health notice cautions against using sprays that leave poisonous residues on fruits and vegetables soon to be eaten. It urges careful handling and adherence to safety guidelines to prevent contamination.
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