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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1952
Page
5
An editorial fragment collection discusses aligning personal will with divine purposes, aging, MacArthur on front pages, and Christmas myths. It critiques political discourse, vandalism on decorations, corn product uses, and the pride of Americans. It cites quotes from Iowa editors and a Rotary Club remark on American terminology.
Notice in Washington County Iowa that Mary Bell Verpart or related party filed a will dated October 19 1945. Hearing set for October 14 1952 before the District Court in Washington Iowa. All interested parties must appear and show cause why the instrument should not be probated as the last will. Clerk Ro Ko Noonan issued December 17 1958.
A district court clerk seal and signature line appear, indicating authentication of court documents. The visible fragment lacks date or case details but confirms official seal usage by the clerk.
Tus Moore Garrett Jr. 27 of Des Moines faced a drunken driving charge after a race ended in a fatal crash that killed Robert Hakkil II. Garrett posted bond, waived a preliminary hearing, and was released. the crash occurred during a car race in Des Moines.
Results show Sorrells defeating Sorrells 2591 with 111 handicap. Shell Oilers, Ross Motor, and Stewart Hardware win key matches as Farrells and Melody Lanes post scores. Top marks include Sitler 2499 team series, Smart 2905 team, and high game 221 by Bill Sitler with 217 by Ed Sorrells.
Wednesday results show Doak defeating Duncan 2 to 1 while Carsons beat Dots Flames 3 to 1. Donk and Duncan posted 1.99 and 44 respectively in mixed scores.
McCleery- Cumming edged Mootharts 2 to 1, with high team game 721 by McCleery- Cumming and 70g by Mootharts. Ainsworth defeated Rock Ts land Produce 2 to 1, with top series 2001 for Ainsworth and 1996 for Rock Island Producer. Dorothy Marston posted 479 in high series and Georgia Dettrich 169 in high game.
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