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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1948
Page
4
Editorial collection reflecting on justice and progress in American life. Notes heat, inflation, traffic, rail limits, and government actions while urging personal discipline, planning for the future, and cautious geopolitics with references to war material, Berlin currency, and Reader's Digest health tips.
For about 15 years the public school book exchange thrived each August as pupils prepare for the new term. Students bring used C texts to the SY tables with sale prices attached, clearing nearly all volumes before school opens. Mr. Schmitt notes 500 to 800 books are sold annually, with profits funding the Hi-Y club treasury.
The YMCA reports in detail on improvements from fluorescent lobby lights funded by 13 contributors to a refreshed gym ceiling, painted walls, and new bleachers. A new basement exercise room and upgraded pool filtration with plans for a chlorinator are described, along with ongoing swimming classes and a forthcoming lifeguard training class.
The YMCA added 50 new folding chairs this summer, replacing the worn wooden ones. More chairs will follow with most costs covered by rental income from outside groups. The Hi-Y club annual book exchange operates in the east lobby as customers buy used books.
Advice notes cold cream can remove perfume stains from tables or dressers. Apply immediately after spill and wipe with soft tissue to clean the area.
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