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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1947

Page

8

Catholic Daughters Hold Local Hall Meeting Plans Picnic

The Catholic Daughters of America met last evening at the hall led by Grand Regent Mrs. M. L. Whittaker. A August 27 picnic was planned with committee heads Mrs. Paul Horak and Mrs. Lester Kern. Margaret Eilen Barker aiding. Social committee S. J Boyd and Catherine Bailey organized the remainder of the evening with cards and visiting. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Leland Baker, Mrs. William Kurtz, Mrs. Gerald Duncan, and Miss Barker.

Catholic Daughters of America M. L. Whittaker Paul Horak Lester Kern Margaret Eilen Barker S. J Boyd Catherine Bailey Leland Baker William Kurtz Gerald Duncan Barker

Forest and Grass Fires Sweeping Iowa in Dry Weather

DesMoines Aug 14 The Iowa state conservation commission reports fires in forests and grasslands are reaching alarming proportions due to weeks of extreme dryness. Assistant forester John Wakefield warns most fields pastures and woodlands are highly flammable with even small sparks capable of burning large areas. He notes fires reduce soil productivity by destroying leaf litter and organic matter and stresses to burn only when necessary and to avoid burning on hot dry or windy days.

Des Moines UPA Iowa State Conservation Commission John Wakefield Wakefield

Powerful fungicide offered at Geo L McDaniel

Teol at any drug store promises strong penetrating action against germs. The product is marketed as full strength and carries a money back guarantee of five dollars if not satisfied. Offered for sale today at Geo. L. McDaniel.

Geo. L. McDaniel

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