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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1952

Page

5

Notable career of Keith Molesworth across football and more

Washington High School star Keith Molesworth rose from a 120 pound student athlete to a noted figure in college football baseball and basketball. He played for Monmouth College and the Chicago Bears and later coached at the U S Naval Academy and in Honolulu.

Keith Molesworth Washington High School Washington Ashineton High School Monmouth College Chicago Bears Monmouth Mabel Gray Tom Gray Mroo Wisie Lane Schweith Pittsburgh Steelers Pittsburgh Moline Monmouth Review-Atlas Molesworth Keith Molie Pete Rabbit Dents Taylor Portsmouth Ohio Chicago Bears Baltimore Syracuse Columbia S.C Cincinnati U.S. Naval Academy Annapolis Hawaiian Warriors Honolulu Richmond Steelers Riehmann Weith Molesworth Weith Warriors San Francisco Clippers Arch Ward Chicago Tribune

Thanksgiving gatherings and community notices in Columbus Junction

Thanksgiving events center on dinners at homes of the Duncans and Bells. A 200 student lunch program runs at the grade school while Mrs Gentzler and Mrs Davis organize the hot lunch. Local marriages, visits, and trips frame a flurry of social activity through late November.

I. C. Gentzler John Davis Dorothy Joan Hamilton Raymond Hamilton Richard Addison Hills Columbus Junction At & P.m Parsons Age Washington, Iowa Warren May Silver Leaf Rebekah Lodge Cornelia Nant Florence Billings Alice Edmondson Lillian Vince Edna Peters Jean Thrasher

Discarded Cigarette Causes Car Crash in Lincoln

Merlyn I Fratt Jr. attempted to flick a lit cigarette from his car window in Lincoln. The window was closed, he lost control while retrieving the cigarette, jumped a curb, snapped a light pole, and struck another car. No injuries were reported.

Merlyn I Fratt Jr Fratt

Famous Paris Sewers Back in Shape After War

Paris water department announces sewers restored to classic condition by end of 1953 after wartime damage. Tourist boat trips resume from Place de la Concorde to the Madeleine, while notes on football figure Molesworth’s influence in Hawaii appear in Ward’s remarks.

Victor Hugo Water Department Place de la Concorde Rue Royale Church of the Madeleine Molie Ward Molesworth Hawaii Islands

Records Show Typical Iowans Drive Safely and Freely

Des Moines report outlines a profile of accident free Iowa drivers in the Good Driving Club. Members emphasize caution and rights of others, favor stricter penalties for violators, and support insurance relief for clean records.

Des Moines Iowa Iowa Safety Council Council Edna Woodward

Birthday Wishes for Local Residents Highlight Notables

The birthday list honors Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Eo Norman of near Wellman on their wedding anniversary. Riches Raymond Edwards, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Edwards of Mr. Pleasant, turns six. Keith William Jarrard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Pavle Jarrard of Route One, marks his ninth birthday. Additional names include Luella Mae Blankenhorn Dennis Crossett Willis Longer and Mrs C B K Griffith of West Chester among others.

Wayne Eo Norman Near Wellman Riches Raymond Edwards Raymond Edwards Pleasant Keith William Jarrard Pavle Jarrard Route One Luella Mae Blankenhorn Dennis Crossett Willis Longer C. BK. Griffith West Chester Elwyn Gardner

McCartneys Visit Near Lone Tree

Clara Godlove Haskins and family hosted Sunday guests at the Victor Mueller home near Lone Tree. Receivers included Mrs. Roy Krotz and others from Washington and local households. Dennis Evan and Eva Kay Medlin celebrated occasions, and Rev. Robert H. Bickford officially welcomed new church members.

Joson Beverly Freddie Hikes Mary Lou Jimmy Linda Mae Caroline Shirley Man Cross Evening Journal Mrs. Godlove Eva Kay Medlin Omia Vella Jean Judy Dennis Evan Myister Robert H. Bickford M. T. Coon WW. J. McGinnis California

Sign Vandals Costly For State Taxpayers

North Carolina officials estimate vandals cost state taxpayers about 250000 dollars annually. The article cites a hunter who misses a deer and damages a highway marker, a doodler altering sign text, and a college student decorating signs with slogans. Also mentions oil from Sumatra and Borneo, Bali's temples and rice terraces, plus individuals D. W. McClure, Dean Peterson, Mrs. Maxine Baxter Scrpter, and Gayden Grady aged 12.

Raleigh N.C North Carolina Department Dassing Hercules D. W. McClure Dean Peterson West Chester Maxine Baxter Scrpter Gayden Grady

Crossing Poultry Hybrids Boost Hatchability and Weight

A. W Nordskog of Iowa State College reports crossing two pure strains of different dual purpose breeds raises egg production by 12 percent, hatchability by 9 percent, and bird weight by 7 percent at 20 weeks with lower mortality. He tested New Hampshire, Barred Rocks, Rhode Island Red, and Austra lorps in all combinations over 30 years with 200 pullets.

A. W Nordskog Iowa Colles Nordsko New Hampshire Barred Rocks Rhode Island Eain Nordskog

Water Heaters Boost Pork Growth and Livestock Care

Extension engineer Ken Mekate at Iowa State College says stock waterers, if properly fused and grounded, can speed feeding gains and cut costs. He notes electrically heated tanks should be placed near the barn, preferably south or east, to minimize heating needs this winter.

McFate Iowa State College Ken Mekate Lows State College

Sliced Appice Serving Sliced Apples for Dessert

Appice offers sliced apples as a dessert option with lemon juice and a dusting of nutmeg and sugar. The simple preparation highlights fresh fruit and light flavors for a quick finish.

Washington Journal listing and rates for Washington Iowa

A readable snippet shows staff roles and publication details for the Washington Journal in Washington Iowa including publishers Shannon and Co and editors, with publication days and postal matter notes. Subscription rates are listed for in state and outside Iowa, by mail and by carrier, with terms in advance.

Washington Washington, Iowa Lider, Shannon and Co Ik Bk Shannen Love It Iowa Mureau Washler

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