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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1944
Page
3
Revenue data shows total air traffic income near 125 million dollars with passengers contributing about 72 percent, mail 21 percent, and express 7 percent. The figures imply a sharp rise in traffic and charges during the period described.
A report cautions that any chimney that feels excessively warm to the hand signals a safety hazard. It urges homeowners to inspect for blockages creosote buildup and faulty dampers and to seek professional assessment if temperatures remain high.
Guidance on storing dry flour sugar cereals coffee spices and other groceries to prevent spoilage and ward off household pests. Emphasizes keeping items in air tight containers for best flavor and longevity.
Radio listings show a dense schedule for Higgins stations in Waterloo Iowa with programs across mornings and evenings. Notable items include Morning News Markets Farm News and Neighborly programs, plus The Higgins Boys and various variety shows and news segments through weekdays and weekends.
A Solomon Islands report notes Psalm 121 readings in exile with hope of divine protection. An American Bible Society message tells of a Solomons soldier witnessing a native boy atop a grass hut singing Jesus Christ is Risen Today in his language, prompting shared praise between worlds.
Letts defeated Cotter 36 to 25 on Cotter's floor. Owens led Cotter with 11 points while Smith scored 17 for Letts. Supt. and Mrs. Reppe entertained the faculty, English classes study Macbeth, and sympathy extended to Miss Betty Moon for her mother's passing.
Albin McKay, a longtime Gladwin area resident and Rock Island locomotive engineer, died at a Ottumwa hospital from injuries suffered in Eldon railroad yards. His wife and a daughter survive. Also noted is the death of Mrs. Earl McCulley formerly of Columbus Junction with services in Brodhead Wisconsin, attended by Betty Moore and Mrs. Glenn Hawkins of Columbus Junction.
The text compares rayon fabric to wool for moth resistance, noting that an all rayon dress or suit may appear fine wool but offers similar protection against moths as a cotton house dress.
A reviews notes a Technicolor musical from 20th Century Fox starring Monty Woolley June Haver and Dick Haymes. The film, based on Ernest Ball’s life and Broadway’s vibrant era, delivers lavish settings lively music and romance amid a riotous era of color and sentiment.
Riverside Iowa mourns Lettie Lightner a 69 year old former resident killed in Kansas City Missouri by a hit-and-run driver. She lived with daughter Verna Lightner Jones in Kansas City and was adoptive daughter of Lettie Druff and Fred A Druff. Survived by husband William Lightner three daughters a son a sister Winnie in the West.
The Rocking Chair Spibrigde hosts its annual Relief Corps Christmas party with a cooperative dinner and a Christmas exchange. Attendees include Mrs Harle Steele and Mrs A L Young. Mrs Sartor returns from illness in Chicago and welcomes a new Wendell Baker grandson. Nineteenth Century club luncheon at Helen Wilson’s, Alaska book review by Mrs Manton Hebner. church services paused due to snow. Presbyterian bazaar at the basement raised over 150. Late items show unsold crafts displayed at Dr Fred Reid’s window.
Wellman W S C S met Thursday afternoon with president Mrs E N Foster presiding. Mrs Pinnell led devotions with Mrs Keith Adams assisting.
The treasurer reported 128.28 from Thankoffering on Dec 3, 254 from card sales, and 194 from the turkey supper. Maplecrest donated turkeys. The society bought a 100 war bond for the Joash building fund, bringing total bonds to over 700. Missionary apportionment of 350 was paid. A Christmas program and refreshments followed. New officers will be installed at the January meeting.
The Lincoln street club held a Christmas dinner and gift exchange at Mrs. Eva Stewart's home. Eleven members attended the event in Ainsworth on December 9.
One member, Mrs. D Wert, was ill and unable to attend. A cooperative chicken dinner was served at noon with a social time in the afternoon and the exchange of Christmas gifts.
A long handled bottle brush proves excellent for cleaning bed springs helping remove dust grime and debris from hard to reach areas.
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