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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1948

Page

6

West Chester School News captures lively student life

The West Chester page reports senior, sophomore and younger grade notes across classes. Mentions River side tournament wins, upcoming Wellman game, juvenile delinquency talk, and ongoing studies in English English literature motors rugs and terracing with tests and social events.

Riverside MacBeth Wellman Calkins Jerry Jim Riv Ivanhoe Miss Mann West Chester Trojans Brighton Wellman Wildcats

New Mexico Trip For H Applegates

Bobby Applegate and his parents Howard and Mrs. Applegate enjoyed a two week trip to New Mexico. They saw a papoose and mountains, watched people ski, and visited Alice Applegate.

Bethel Bobby Applegate New Mexico Howard Applegate Alice Husband South Prairie School Jack Peiffer Jim Fritz Patty Mary Jo Delbert Hoyle Shirley Applegate Elaine Wulf Bertha Hoyle Mae Wallace Grove Letts Mr. Wallace Robert Quinn Charley

Ice Hockey Origins Traced to 18th Century Europe

A form of ice hockey emerged in Europe during the 1700s, marking the sport's early roots before it developed into the modern game. The note highlights Europe as the birthplace of this athletic tradition.

Europe

Battery Care Tip for Long Term Storage

The article warns that pouring out electrolyte and storing a battery improperly can ruin it. It advises keeping the battery charged with liquid above the plate tops and using a charger circuit about once a month to counter natural discharge and deterioration.

Plumber Roots Traced From Latin Plumbarius

The term plumber comes from the Latin plumbarius meaning a worker in lead. In ancient Rome lead pipes were handmade and stamped with the craftsman's name. Today plumbers work with copper brass steel and iron besides lead.

Ultraviolet Rays Under Medical Supervision Advised

Ultraviolet rays are dangerous unless contrivances producing them are supervised by justified physicians or technicians. This warning emphasizes caution and qualified oversight in use and handling of UV devices.

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