Editorials on noise and daily life in Iowa 1948
A collection of reflections on family responsibility religious quotes and civic life. It notes the 1948 grand champion steer Angus at the International Livestock Show and warns of recent Iowa fires from defective heating. It also jokingly suggests visiting the White House for kindling and reflects on how unusual noises disturb people more than everyday din.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
White House
Chicago
Journal Plant
Public health talk shown to lift death rates and extend life
Community remarks on health debate reflect a half century of progress in public understanding. The county notes TB deaths fallen to a fifth, infant mortality well below state averages, and cancer under intensified research, arguing that informed public discussion boosts health outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Smith
Iowa
Washington County
View on taxation fairness in food products
Chicago Tribune argues that using tax policy to favor one food product over another violates the constitution. It asserts it is improper to tax margarine to help competitors just as freezing foods to aid canners would be unfair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Congress
Journal building storage addition nears roof completion
On December 1 Charles Minick and associates finished masonry for extra paper storage at the Journal building, enabling roof closure and on‑floor handling of future newsprint. The writer recalls the 1930 start of the paper, notes basement planning shifts, and praises shop efficiency. Will Sickels longtime court house custodian dies after street accident. obit hints at local history and notable figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Minick
Journal
Stis
Will Sickels
Court House
New Rothschild Store Front Reflects Downtown Upgrades
The passage notes the Rothschild store new front as part of better shopfronts on the south side of the square. It predicts a possible boom in business-front improvements next year as merchants compete to attract trade and keep up with neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington’s Square
Journal
Rothschild
Washington
Letter from Broken Bow man recalls Iowa corn stalk tale
Fred L. Carpenter Jr of Broken Bow Nebraska writes Ralph Shannon after reading United Press copy in the Omaha World-Herald about Fairfield men lost in Dr. E. E. Stutsman field near Washington. He notes corn grows tall in Nebraska and jokes Iowa corn stalks reach telephone poles. He asks if Don Nadda’s 31 foot stalk story is known.
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Ralph Shannon
Broken Bow
Nebr
Fred L. Carpenter, Jr
Washington
Mr. Shannon
United Press
Omaha World-Herald
Fairfield
E. E. Stutsman
Nebraska
Carpenter
Iowa
Don Nadda
Town notes mix hoaxes and humor in a holiday wrap
Local column blends playful town gossip and memories from 1905 1906 Washington scenes. It recalls a husband planning to gift records while hinting at a dangerous fate and shares anecdotes about a family moving furniture for a ping pong setup. It also cites a correspondent recalling a harsh early snowstorm and near-forgotten community figures.
Smiths Relish Kenora Summers As Fishing Guides
The Smiths, longtime visitors to Kenora, Canada, describe the country and their fondness for it. They note 62 friends and relatives joined them last summer, with Mr. Smith guiding groups for twelve straight days and Mrs. Smith guiding one group during a pinch.
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Kenora
Canada
Mr. Smith
Our New Baby: A Critical Neighbor
A community note describes a local man as unreliable and hypocritical yet from a “darn good family” and calls him their new baby. The piece mocks his behavior toward morals, voting, work, religion, and responsibility while noting inconsistent views on alcohol.
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Xyz
Mrs F Moore Heads Ainsworth OES Officers Named
Mrs Frank Moore was elected worthy matron of the Ainsworth O E S at the Masonic Temple meeting Tuesday evening in Ainsworth. Worthy patron will be O M Thoma. Other officers include Mrs George M Lord associate matron Henry Davis associate patron Mrs Thoma secretary Mrs William Zager treasurer Mrs John Walker conductor Mrs Blaine Hawkins assistant conductress.
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Frank Moore
Aingworth O.E.S
Masonic Temple
Ainsworth
O. M. Thoma
George M. Lord
Henry Davis
Thoma
William Zager
John Walker
Blaine Hawkins
Rural Women Meet With Mrs Humston
The Rural Women's club gathered Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock with Mrs. Grant Humston presiding. Mrs. William Marie Jr led the entertainment with quizzes while refreshments were served by the hostess and helpers. The group plans a December 1 Christmas party with Mrs. Carl Phillips and an exchange.
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Rural Women’s Club
Grant Humston
Lester Luckenhbill
William Marie, Jr
Grant Humston, Jr
William Bell
Luckenbill
Carl Phillips
Christmas Party Auction Raises Funds for YWCA
At a Child Study Institute auction, $12.50 was realized for the YWCA annual Christmas party. Mrs. T. J. Pease Jr. acted as auctioneer while 17 members attended. Mrs. Marion McAvoy led the meeting and a bake sale set for Jan. 15 was approved to support the youth center.
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Philip Kneen
Y.W.C.A
T. J. Pease, Jr
Leroy McGraw
Marion McAvoy
Local Meeting Details Highlight Community Leaders
A community meeting featured Mrs Harold Stephens leading the discussion with Mrs Kneen and co-hostess Mrs Edwin Peiffer contributing to the event. The dialogue focused on neighborhood concerns and upcoming activities.
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Harold Stephens
Kneen
Edwin Peiffer
Mrs Yordy Shares Christmas Ideas At F H A Meeting
Mrs Doris Yordy spoke on decorating trees wrapping gifts and making table decorations at the F H A meeting in the high school homemaking room Thursday afternoon. Delores Krotz arranged the program Delores introduced Yordy Virginia Messenger presided and the group sang two tunes. Thirty eight members attended.
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Doris Yordy
F.H.A
Delores Krotz
Yordy
Delores
Virginia Messenger
Mrs Will Hemmings Wins at O E S Pinochle Party
Mrs Will Hemmings was high scorer at the O E S pinochle party held Thursday afternoon at 2 o clock in the Masonic Temple. Mrs Russel Goodin was second high. six tables played. Refreshments were served on a long decorated table and hostesses were Mrs Howard Mc Bride and Mrs C G Schmoeller. The group planned a Christmas exchange with a side limit at the next meeting.
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Will Hemmings
O.E.S
Masonic Temple
Russel Goodin
Howard McBride
C. G. Schmoeller
Protein from cereals supplies a large share of US intake
A historical report notes that nearly one third of all protein consumed in the United States comes from cereal grains. It emphasizes the significant role of grains in the national diet and food supply.
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United States
Stars Cast in Eagle Lion Drama Ruthless at Fox Theatre
Zach Louis Diana join Lucille Martha Sydney in Crotheless cast led by Zachary Scott Louis Hayward Diana Lynn Sydney Greenstreet Lucille Bremer and Martha Vickers. The Ruthless tale follows a tycoon using shady tactics to climb from business to romance in a Fox Theatre engagement. Dennis Hoey Edith Barrett and Raymond Burr support.
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Zachary Scott
Louis Hayward
Diana Lynn
Sydney Greenstreet
Lucille Bremer
Martha Vickers
Hollywood
Eagle Lion
Fox Theatre
S. K Lauren
Gordon Kahn
Dayton Stoddarts
Dennis Hoey
Edith Barrett
Raymond Burr
Miss Tatlock's Millions Opens With Star-Studded Cast
Paramount comedy Miss Tatlock's Millions arrives Sunday at the State Theatre. John Lund Wanda Hendrix Barry Fitzgerald Monty Woolley lead a strong lineup with Ilka Chase Robert Stack Dorothy Stickney and Elizabeth Patterson in supporting roles. Richard Haydn appears as a surprise star in the piec e and marks his directorial debut with distinctive comic timing.
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Paramount
Miss Tatlock
State Theatre
John Lund
Wanda Hendrix
Barry Fitzgerald
Monty Woolley
Ilka Chase
Robert Stack
Dorothy Stickney
Elizabeth Patterson
Richard Raneyd
Richard Haydn
Haydn
Dr Frederick Offered Scientific Drugless Healing
An advertisement for Dr. Frederick promoting scientific drugless healing at 202 East Madison Avenue with contact by phone Ar6.
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Prederick
Madison
Grace Hill Ladies Host Church Social
Grace Hill Ladies aid society held a 10¢ social at the Grace Hill church with 35 attendees. Carol Brewer spoke on Sudan missions after opening with America the Beautiful, prayers and scripture read, refreshments served, and plans for the December 15 meeting and Christmas exchange announced.
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Grace Hill
Grace Hill Ladies Aid Society
Carol Brewer
Sudan
Bob Waterhouse
Floyd Smith
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