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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1966

Page

4

Extra-high voltage lines reshape Iowa power grid

Iowa moves toward a 345000 volt transmission network linking Minneapolis, St Louis, and eastern Iowa with new lines slated for completion within four years. The system expands the MAPP region, boosts reliability, and enables larger generators across ten states at an estimated total cost near 250 million dollars.

Des Moines IDPA Iowa Minneapolis St Louis Fort Randall Commonwealth Edison Sumner Oelwein Cedar Rapids Hills Iowa City Missouri Border St. Louis Sioux City Omaha Kansas City Town Power and Light Company Missouri River Consumers Public Power District Hills Junction Cordova Ill Iowa - Illinois Gas and Electric Company Commonwealth Edison Company Hill Minneapolis - St. Louis Nebraska Northern States Power Company Minnea Burlington Clinton MAPP Mid - Continent Area Power Planners Ten State Twin City - St. Louis Towa Iowallinois Gas and Electric Company Consolidated Edison Iowa- Mlinois Twin Cities Sioux Ciy

Camp YWCA Lake Darling diary update from August visit

A camper recalls a week at YWCA Lake Darling camp with cabin chats about dogs, daily chores, and duties. She describes mornings with Words for Thought, various activities, crafts, and a campfire night with stories and autographs, ending with plans to return next summer.

YWCA Lake Darling K.P Lodge Livery Marty Harvey Floyd Marston Donna Lant Sue Perry Wanda Zuehlke Monroe Howell Oue Peggy Zimmes Washington Amste

Keota Welcomes New Residents and Community Ties

Keota gains new residents as Mr Church becomes the high school English teacher. The Cnurch family from Indianola, plus Randy Renese and Rhonda, join local neighbors the Peppers, Crawfords, and Conklins for a weekend of hospitality. Visits include Vincent Bermel and Grace Vincent at the Presbyterian home in Washington and a trip to Town City with Mrs Nick Bermel and Mercy hospital.

Anura Harold Pepper Florence Crawford Keota Kenny Pepper Arla Shirley Craig Conklin Bill Pepper Brian Doug Cnurch Indianola Church Keota High School Randy Renese Rhonda Mr. Church Elmer Vincent Wayne Mangold West Chester Vincent Mae Sturgeon Grace Vincent United Presbyterian Home Washington Clement Smith Lawrence Bermel Town City Burdette Davis Joe Wood Glen Lord George Herman Jim Lou Wagneknecht Henry Wagenknecht California C. A. Thompson Herman Wagenknecht Jim Wagenknecht Vigortone Company Wendy Oaks County Club Marion Merle Warner Lloyd Augustine C. A Everette Meeks W. D. Roberts Herman Wagenkneent John Jenkins Cotter Sharri Ogden Iowa Jenkins

Navy lad Tom Gesling earns multiple athletic honors

Tommy Gesling, son of Mr and Mrs Harvery Gesling, serving aboard the U S S Holland, sent home four trophies and two medals from athletic events. His team qualified in Spain and Paris before third place in Germany. Awards include two first places in track and field events, plus hurdles and relays, with additional CNA medals. He enlisted August 9 1964 for another year of service.

Ainsworth Tommy Gesling Harvery Gesling U.S.S. Holland Rota - Spain USA Paris Germany Rota CNA Tommy John Wagenknecht Kirkwood Herman Wagenknecht Joe Wagenknech Grinnell Jim Wagenknecht Roberta Becky Wagenknecht Jim Wagenknechts Harold Carson Richard Godsey W. R. Murphy Dean Zachs Wilbur Krotz Hilton Coon Shirley Raymond Coon Fred Pearl Coon Eula Mae Clifford Corpman Fami Dale Robertson Kenneth Brayton David Gregg Desta Carson Godsey Shambaugh Iowa

Two Car Accident Causes $250 Damage

A two car collision at 11 15 Monday night involved Clyde Henry Crile of Washington making a U turn at North Iowa and 2nd Street when his car was struck on the side by Leo Henry Miller Jr. of Fort Madison. Reports indicate blame or charges have been filed.

Clyde Henry Crile Washington North Iowa 2Nd Street Leo Henry Miller Jr Fort Madison

Dear Abby Should see legal officer

Abby advises a son who fathered a child while in Germany to consult the legal officer if still in service. If discharged, a civilian international law lawyer is needed. The letter also urges handling calls and family boundaries with clear communication.

Abby Grandma

Green Acres stars Dyke and Garry lead TV listings

Readable TV listings show Dick Van Dyke and John Garry in space and comedy segments. Space adventure features Green Acres cast as part of the evening lineup.

Green ‘Acres Dick "van" Dyke John Garry Green Dick'van' Dyke Cvo Green Acres Dick’ van Dyke Tohn Garr

Slam Conquered Despite Wests Risky Hearts Lead

In a contract bridge contest West-South faced six spades after a bold bidding sequence. West chose not to sacrifice at seven hearts and later saw declarer make the slam through precise play and a safe heart ruff. South-Side safety play yielded a net gain for their team despite a nearby sacrifice by East-West.

West Declarer King Dumm South East - W Hearts Fast-West Ares Syndicate Tne

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