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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1946

Page

4

Funeral services for Mrs. Glen Cuddeback held in town

Funeral services for Mrs. Glen Cuddeback were conducted this afternoon at the J. A. Jones Funeral Home with Dr. Fred E. K. Miller in charge. Burial followed at Elm Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers named Merle and Don Sheets Merle Statler Marion Augustine Lyle Romnie and Alvin Strum. Mrs. Cuddeback’s mother and sister were unable to travel from Oregon.

Glen Cuddeback J. A. Jones Fred EK. Miller Elm Lrove Merle Don Sheets Merle Statler Marion Augustine Lyle Romnie Alvin Strum

Legume and Grass Cropping Boost Farm Earnings

In general livestock areas, year to year earnings are higher where 15 to 25 percent of tillable land is kept in legumes and grasses. This practice improves soil quality and yields, supporting steadier income for farmers relying on forage crops.

Tub Girdles Offer Better Fit With Frequent Washing

Girdles and foundation garments last longer and fit better when tubbed often. Regular washing helps maintain shape, elasticity, and cleanliness for everyday wear.

Island life jokes and wry social vignettes in a 1900s column

A fragment from a South Pacific island piece mocks taxes crime and charity while colorfully recounting a window washing accident and a Chinese observer who calls Americans wasteful. A minister visits a garden as a boy presents a dead rat and jokes about divine timing. The compilation ends with a maxim about seeking wisdom.

The Sergeant Is Gone as Gravediggers Stand by

The sergeant lay dead and the men gathered around his grave waiting for someone to arrive to honor him. They marked the moment with a silent vigil as the service fate hung in the air.

Kind Words On Courage From A Sailor At Annapolis

A hometown private recalls a naval student praised for skill with maniples as a captain quizzes him aboard. The cadet jokes that storms bring more anchors, sparking a lesson on preparedness and resilience from a witty exchange about constant supply of anchors versus storms.

Maniples Annapolis

Honor Mrs Little At Birthday Dinner

Mrs Lloyd Little was honored Sunday at a family dinner for her birthday. Guests included Mr Little and the couple's son in law and daughter Mrs Dwight E Prince from Kansas City miles away to spend the day at the parental home. A birthday dinner with a decorated cake was served at noon.

Lloyd Little Mr. Little Dwight E. Prince Kansas Noom

Boomershine Grubb Tie Nuptial Vows At Baptist Parsonage

Gertrude Boomershine daughter of Mrs. Sanford Mckelhart and Robert B. Grubb son of Mrs. J. A. Ross of DeQueen Ark were married in a double ring ceremony at the Baptist parsonage at 8 o clock. Rev Alfred Trenerry officiated. Attendants were the bride’s mother and the groom’s uncle Joe A Cochran. Guests included Mrs Joe A Cochran Samora Mokelbuft Mr and Mrs Glen Durst. The bride wore a brown and white check suit with brown accessories. The couple will reside in an apartment on North Secondayvve nue. Grubb is employed at the Candy Kitchen.

Gertrude Boomershine Sanford Mckelhart Robert B. Grubb J. A. Ross DeQueen Ark Baptist Alfred Trenerry Joe A Cochran Joe A. Cochran Samora Mokelbuft Glen Durst North Secondayvvenue Mr. Grubb Candy Kitchen

Severe wind storm strikes Brighton area causing damage

A strong wind storm Friday night uprooted trees and damaged buildings in Brighton R I April 22. Frank Clark of Wayland, Leland Horton, and Prody A Borkoski attended the Rural Letter Carriers convention in Des Moines last week. Rodney Gowey was a Stockport caller. Kosmer Borkoski a Washington caller Saturday.

Prody A. Borkoski Brighton Frank Clark Wayland Leland Horton Prody Borkoski Rural Letter Carriers Association Des Moines Rodney Gowey Stockport Kosmer Borkoski Washington

Tomato Vitamin Content Varies With Sun Exposure

The vitamin C level in tomatoes can vary up to 60 percent depending on the amount of sunshine they receive just before harvest.

Tractor Tire Care For Winter Storage

Protect tractors by jacking up tires during storage. Clean the tires and apply new tire protective liquid to prevent cracking and flat spots. Maintain even wear and extend tire life through proper upkeep.

Hang Curtains Carefully Avoid Heat Nearby

Cloth curtains should never be hung where they can blow over a stove or heater of any kind. keep textiles away from heat sources to prevent fire risk and damage.

Iowa Highways 30 and 6 Face Federal Road Battle

Iowa highway officials resist designating Highway 6 as a transcontinental superhighway. Chairman Fred Gilbert cites cost and topography as barriers while noting federal 240 foot right of way demands would drain funds from other roads. Illinois and Nebraska favor Highway 6, boosting debate over Iowa 30.

Commission Iowa Fred Gilbert State Center Federal Bureau of Public Roads Gilbert Highway Commission Illinois Nebraska Federal Public Roads Bureau State Highway Commission

Doan's Pills Advertise Kidney Relief

Doctors explain kidneys contain about 15 miles of tiny tubes that purify blood. Doan's Pills are promoted as a stimulant diuretic to ease nighttime urination and cleanse waste, promising relief for backache and fatigue by flushing out poisonous matter from the blood.

Doan

Gabby Hayes A Whiskered Western Favorite

George Gabby Hayes lands top co star role with Randolph Scott in RKO’s Badman’s Territory. The famed western character actor, known for his beard and Windy persona in Hopalong Cassidy films, grew his whiskers after leaving Ju r esque and a fishing trip. He favors horse racing and Hollywood style casual dress.

Randolph Scott Ann Richards RKO Radio Windy Gabby Hollywood Clark Gable

Political Feud Talks Turn To Public Appearances

Reported tensions between Republican Lou Gardner and Democrat Frank Moorhead persist though they have not met face to face. Phone conversations suggest future handshake. Campaigns feature blue motifs and new billboards for Frank Miles as he meets Gov. Blue at the Fort Des Moines hotel, with a Legion auxiliary member introducing him.

Lou Gardner Frank Moorhead Robert D. Blue Frank Miles

Gabby Hayes Reflects On Hollywood Western Career

Gabby Hayes, famed Western rider and gun hand, discusses his career after moving to Hollywood in 1928. He notes starring in 200 films, including 144 Westerns, his affluent tastes with a luxury car, and his wife Dorothy Earle, ex Broadway star, living in a Spanish hacienda.

Gable Dorothy Earle Gabby Dorothy New York Hollywood Ellow

Moothart Reunion And Dinner In Sunset Park

The Moothart reunion was held at Sunset Park on Sunday with a noon cooperative dinner and an afternoon business meeting where officers were re-elected for another year. Wes Meyer remains president, Paul Harvey vice president, Charles Johnson secretary, and members include Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Meyer and others. a brief memorial honored Ella Hout, who attended reunions until 1940.

Moothart Sunset Park Wes Meyer Paul Harvey Charles Johnson Theodore Meyer Tommy Harvey Clarence Johnson Maurice Meyer Margaret Applegate Ella Hout

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