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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1952

Page

6

Seed Testing Speeds Farm Sales in Iowa County

Iowa County growers can speed seed sales by sending samples to the Iowa State College Seed Testing Laboratory for prompt germination and weed content results. Tests cost a dollar per sample, with reports sent to both the grower and extension director to aid labeling and compliance under state seed laws.

Washington County Iowa State College Thomas A. Robb Robb Collgee Iowa State College Seed Testing Laboratory Iowa State College Testing Laboratory Ames Iowa

Max McClintics Hosts To Guests for Sunday Dinner at Brighton

Brighton community notes multiple local visits and dinners. Families from Ft Worth Texas Rogers Arkansas Pleasant Plain and Fairfield mingle with McClinties and Harkens. Thanksgiving gatherings and hospital news also appear along with club meeting plans.

Max McClintics Brighton Robert Fillmore Gail Pringle Terry Ft. Worth Texas Fred Hampton Rogers Arkansas Glen Pringle Kenneth Dan Pringle P. J. Harken Max McClintie S. E. Heston Pleasant Plain Indianapolis Ind Russell Heston Rogers, Arkansas Hampton Harken

Service men assignments and promotions update

Pvt. Daryl D. Brock is at Ft. Sill Oklahoma for eight weeks basic training and eight weeks artillery surveyist training. LeRoy V. Havel is promoted to sergeant with new address listed, and Robert N. Havel arrives at unit address after promotion.

Daryl Dude D. Brock Ft. Sill, Oklahoma Pvt Daryl D. Brock R. A F. A. Tong AL Tng. G.pls A.R.T.C Ft. Sill Okla LeRoy V. Havel New York Roy Havel Robert Havel Havel Robert N. Havel

Washington Iowa Evening Journal publishes details and rates

The Washington Iowa Evening Journal lists staff titles and duties for Phe a Evening Journal staff, publication schedule, and post office status. It also provides subscription rates by mail and carrier in Washington and outside Iowa with annual and weekly pricing.

Washington, Iowa Elder, Shannon and Co J. Shannon Davett Elder Bruce (. Cowden Charles Morris Howard Hazen Washington Iowa United Press Inland Daily Press Jows Daily Press Iowa Presse Audit Bureau of Circulations Iicansialcicaniila Spiaiasiaiabanina Wash- I

Terry Mathers Guests In John Skubal Home Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving day guests at John Skubal home included Mr and Mrs Terry Mathers and family. In Brighton Wilbur Day hosted dinner with Bib Day and in Washington the Day couple hosted friends. The Gerots welcomed Robert and Sharon Sue. Jesse Pearson and Barbara moved to a new home in Ainsworth.

Bill Day Burlington Richard Allan Stephens Berthaas Day Richard Ames Ainsworth Terry Mathers Bernat Hillpquist Olds Max McClintie Barbara Ann Wellens John McClintie Fred Hampton P. J. Harken Tommy Stacy Washington County Hospital Wayne Robison Washington Donald Robison Walter Hagans Rex Dwight Robison Art Rich Brighton Charles Robison Clifford Corpman Grace Hill Jere Elmore Max Leonard Pickard Floyd Johnson Elbert Elmore Maxine Pleasant Plain Lotte Walter Rains Peekwood Ros Campbell Richland Frank Chalupa Wilburn Forbes Cedar Rapids Dale Tucker New London Leroy Chalupa Carlos Watson H. (. Jones Frank Flieg Fairfield Migar Bennett Batavia CC. C John Skubal Wilbur Thompson Route 1 Wilbur Roy Gerot Robert Geret Sharon Sue Jesse Pearson Barbara Bryce

Zagers Return From Missouri Trip Ahead of Messiah Voice

Mr and Mrs William Zager arrived home from Excelsior Springs Missouri where they spent two weeks. Jim Stone Barbara Dare and Charles Reed of Washington join the Iowa Wesleyan choir in a 60 voice performance of The Messiah at the college chapel Sunday afternoon December 14 at 4 oclock.

Terry Mathers Arnet Mathers California Bill Mec- Ginnis Donnie Miller Merle Miller Lloyd Millers Merle Millers William Zager Excelsior Springs Jim Stone Barbara Dare Charles Reed Washington Wesleyan College Chapel

Granddaughters Visit Roy Argo Home Friday

Dayton Grove reports a busy social week with visits from grandchildren and relatives. Ste phen and Shirley Peiffer stayed with Roy Argo and family, while other gatherings occurred across Center Junction Wellman Washington Des Moines and Iowa City. The Sew and So club plans a December meeting with coffee strip drive and a December 15 deadline.

Merl McDowell Peggy Washington McDowell Rov Argo Milford Cain Minneapolis Betty Peters McDowell Girls Billy Dusenbery Alvin Shaw Mike Dr. Dusenbery Bobby H. A. Dusenbery Keith Stewart Robert Stephen Dick Dusenbery Spirit Gladys Horton Center Point Fred Ladehorf Tie Wayne Ladehorf Merl McDowe Pegey John McDowell Ross van Nostrand Charley Thrary Merle Thrapp Walter Duval Harold Nicola

History of Britain and the Roman Invasion Contact

The history of Britain remains obscure until the Roman invasions of the first century B C brought it into contact with the continent.

Britain B.C Continent

Better Management Key to Farm Profit

The 1955 farm outlook emphasizes profits from improved management, not price swings. Demand remains stable while prices hinge on supply and stock levels from reduced exports. Cattle numbers rise to about 92 million, dairy returns improve for efficient producers, corn remains a top value feed, and soybeans face strong demand and potential price gains.

Successful Farming Magazine Crete

Ten Million Dollar Fire Ravages Davao City Philippines

An 11-hour blaze in Manila reports that seven city blocks in Davao City were burned leaving 8,000 homeless and destroying about 100000 dollars in property.

Philippines Manila Davao City Minanano

Ramblings on Sound of Air Horn and Rail Motives

The excerpt discusses the nostalgic pull of distant sounds in the night air and the comforting sense of order they bring. It contrasts diesel engines with steam locomotives and vividly describes the air horn as a mix of many sounds, likening it to a moose, an owl, and a deaf genius's invention.

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Park square crossing plan for motorists and pedestrians

Instructions for motorists parking on the square note pedestrian walks to the central fountain converging from four directions. Pedestrians enter from sidewalks, cross where markings should be, though snow hides them. Drivers can see the fountain and crossing opposite, while walkers disapprove of cars occupying the space.

Muddy Site at High School Adds To Construction Turbulence

Report describes a muddy high school construction site with limited supervision as workmen swarm around the area during ongoing addition work.

Brick Ravine and Concrete Walls Under Construction

Exterior walls are delayed but brick and concrete interior partitions are being laid. Plumbers and electricians are at work. Winter protection measures will be provided for workers while laying brick soon. Some capacity issues halted work, but supports are added to strengthen the music room on the second story.

Iowa Boy Bags Fox With BB Gun

Jerry Keubler, 10, of Jefferson, was hunting rabbits when he shot a four foot fox with a BB gun. The incident occurred Wednesday as he pursued sparrows and other game, reportedly ending the fox’s pursuit.

Iowa Fox Jefferson Jerry Keubler Jerry

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