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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1949

Page

8

Forecast Break in Eastern Heat Wave

The United Press reports a definite break in the eastern heat wave as cool air from Canada and Hudson Bay pushes south. Minnesota Wisconsin and lower Michigan see relief. New England cools to the 70s with scattered showers though drought remains. Seven Maine counties gain federal aid. New England crop losses run to millions while fires vanish from Camp Edwards area.

U.S Canada Hudson Bay Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan New England Maine

Outdoor Iowa fishing outing thrills coach Pops Harrison

The Iowa basketball coach known as Pops Harrison fished the Elkader McGregor region with Dr. Lloyd Meder. They landed 146 striped bass on a barge near Lynxville dam and nine walleyes ranging from four to nine pounds.

Pops Harrison Iowa Elkader McGregor Volga Mississippi Doc Meder Lynxville Dam Hildebrandt Wisconsin

Woolgatherings uses 3h ducks to run Dayton store cooling

In Dayton a downtown shop relies on ducks to operate its air conditioning. When water on the roof fostered insects, the ducks were imported as exterminators. The city health department approved the setup as effective. Also notes a male ruby throated hummingbird defends its nest with a sharp bill.

McGregor Woolgatherings Dayton Ohio City Health Department

Railroads Use Billions of Gallons Water Each Year

American railroads consume about 567 billion gallons of water annually for all needs. At that rate the water could fill a channel 600 feet wide and nine feet deep from New York to San Francisco.

New York San Francisco

Virgin timber in Great Smokies spans 200000 acres

The Great Smokies in North Carolina hold 200000 acres of virgin forest, including extensive stands of virgin red spruce and hardwoods, marking the region as home to America's most significant undisturbed timber reserves.

Great Smokies North Carolina America

Drownings Concentrated In Summer Months

Half of yearly drownings occur in the three summer months June July and August, highlighting a seasonal risk pattern and the need for heightened precautions during warm weather.

Eicher Church Young Folks Visit Amana

Dr. and Mrs. Samuel Wittmer and Sammy joined a group from Eicher church for a trip to Amana. The Wittmers enjoy being back in Havre after months in Germany. Family visits, birthday celebrations, and local calls fill the week with friends and relatives in Havre, Crawfordsville, and nearby. Edison is cited for his 1,097 U.S. patents over 60 years.

Havre Samuel Wittmer Sammy Amana Eicher Little Mare Bud Hauenstein David Lee Fred Eisele Lee Everette Westen Dave Richard S. C. Wittmer David Lee Hauenstein Crawfordsville Margaret Eisele Virginia Wagamon

Garden Tool Safety and Storage Guidelines

Store garden and yard tools in a designated place after use. Lock up insecticides weed killers and similar chemicals. Keep tools sharp clean and out of reach of children to prevent accidents and injuries.

Safety and Conservation Education Lacking in Schools

A lingering gap remains as safety and conservation education struggle to gain formal status in school curricula. The issue underscores calls from educators and communities for standardized programs and dedicated time within the academic day.

Coal Pension Plan May Trigger Walkout

Soft coal producers face a key decision over paying 60 million dollars yearly to the United Mine Workers welfare fund or risk a walkout next Monday. The issue led to the removal of Ezra Van Horn as chair of the negotiating committee amid disclosures of salaries for fund trustees.

White Sulphur Springs W. Va United Mine Workers Welfare Fund Ezra van Horn van Horn Ohio Coal Producers Association Van

Western Union Launches Nationwide Opinion Survey Service

Miss Stella Wilcox, Western Union local manager, announced a new survey service using the telegraph company’s nationwide facilities for professional researchers and market groups. The service interviews selected individuals, handles field work, and delivers findings to clients for interpretation, with optional respondent selection per client specifications.

Ager Western Union Telegraph Company Miss Wilcox

Eighteen Attend Potluck at Presbyterian Sunday School

Eighteen members of the Vigilant Sunday school class gathered at the Presbyterian church Thursday evening for a potluck supper. After the meal a quiz program and singing followed the meal.

The Presbyterian Church

Chiggers Prefer Oak and Elm Areas for Camping

Chiggers infrequently inhabit hard wood groves, so campers should choose sites near oaks or elms to reduce exposure.

State Farm Leads in Car Insurance Protection

State Farm holds the widest protection for car owners in the area, prompting readers to ask their agent why before buying.

Preventing Ketosis in Dairy Cows With Pre and Post Feeding

Some form of sugar given for a few days before calving and two to three weeks after calving may help prevent ketosis in dairy cows. This feeding approach aims to stabilize energy balance and improve overall herd health and production.

Continental Marines Uniforms Describe Early Navy Dress

Enlisted men of the Continental Marines wore green shirts and coats with red facings, light-colored breeches, woolen stockings, and round green hats with white bindings. Rent with Glassified.

Continental Marines

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