This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1947
Page
2
Ruth Miner and Frances Eicher arrived home after a weeklong sightseeing tour that covered the Black Hills Nebraska and the Dakotas with visits to notable landmarks and scenic routes.
The Y M C A defeated the Cubs 6 to 3 in a softball league clash at Greenfield yesterday evening. Cubs’ pitchers were Ross and Batterson, while the Y squad used Chamberlin and Tanner. Tonight the VFW meets West Chester.
Myrtle Hewitt of Humboldt was elected president of the Iowa association of county extension home economists at the Iowa State Fair meeting. Margaret Stewart of Cedar Rapids after serving as president was succeeded, Greta Bowers of Marshalltown became secretary treasurer, Ruth Naylor of Toledo was named historian, and Ruth Foster of Washington was again elected vice president.
At the hospital admitted yesterday Mrs. Ione Adams of Keota and transferred today to University hospital Iowa City. Dismissed yesterday William C. Lloyd 427 S Sixth Ave Mrs Herbert Rich and son 610 S Ninth Avenue. Today Mrs Lynn Wellington and daughter 444 E Third Street uloyd Simons route four.
Mr and Mrs Charles Ruebsam and their children from Los Angeles visit Ralph Zeek's family and relatives. Martin Mosenel visits Ottumwa sister Mrs Walter Lance. Barbara Conrad and Jake Leichty enjoy Cedar Rapids trip. Funeral services for Leitha and Max Tanner reported in Carthage Ill. Syvan Tanner and family face critical condition after Fort Madison crash. William Putman family attend Des Moines State Fair. Barbara Unzicker and Robert visit Burlington.
World War II era figures show Britain mobilized about 70 thousand women into the land army to support farming and food production during wartime. This entry notes the scale of female labor and the shift in agricultural roles.
The muddy Trinity River neared flood stage as flash floods eased in Dallas. Rain continued over the city, with 9.1 inches of precipitation recorded in the past 24 hours as dull skies persisted.
Janice Carol Hite daughter of Mr and Mrs Ed Hite marked her first birthday with seven playmates at a party yesterday. Guests included Johnny Robbins Connie Jean Nordyke Darlene Mills Terry Barger Larry Gray Karen Gray Sandra Peters. The group played games while Mrs Kenneth Peters filmed. Janice opened gifts with help and refreshments including cake were served by Mrs Gilbert Mills Mrs Bill Nordyke and Mrs Ben Robbins.
A southwest Missouri weekly notes a rural school opens September 1 with a full faculty, prompting a correspondent to wonder if a bad example is being set for students.
Water depths reached floor level in a large west Dallas area forcing about fifty families to wade knee deep to higher ground as flood waters rose early today.
Birthday cakes decorate Lynn Adrian Neuhart Donald Dean Snyder Tommy Lee Shafer Martha Jean Shull Maurine Stephens with ages 10 10 5 10 12 and 12 at a community cake event in Ainsworth. Local well wishers include Mrs George W Stewart Bob Marble Mrs Harry Dye Janice Herr Mrs Hadley Waltman Foster Bickel Richard Brinning in Brighton and others.
Journal employees celebrate Marble's birthday as he serves fudge bars today, making a cheerful office moment.
Pullover and cardigan options in plain and fancy knits with all colors. Smart twin sweater sets also available. Prices start at 2.98.
Patamas presents dainty lingerie and lounging garments styled for youth seeking fashion and comfort. The piece emphasizes delicate fabrics and modern silhouettes aimed at a youthful audience.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.