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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1962

Page

7

Advisory Committee on Hog Cholera Named by Freeman

Secretary Freeman selects a 12 member committee to advise on eradicating hog cholera in the United States. The group includes industry reps, government officials, a scientist, and a member of the public. First meeting set for February 20.

Freeman Gaylord P. Godwin United Press International Washington UPI Orville L. Freeman Department United States Congress Robert J. Anderson Agricultural Research Service Agriculture Department

TV highlights feature Carl Sandburg Lincoln years in Illinois

Howard K. Smith hosts Carl Sandburg visiting New Salem Springfield and Galesburg Illinois to recreate frontier spirit and Lincoln era life. He recalls Lincoln's river boatman storekeeper legislator and homeowner days with Knox College visit noted. 9 p m CST.

Carl Sandburg Lincoln Howard K. Smith Sandburg New Salem Springfield Galesburg Hll Knox College

Grand Canyon Cocktail Lounge Proposal Meets House Debate

A plan to transfer 20 acres in Grand Canyon National Park to a private company for a resort hotel and a cocktail lounge on the rim sparked a House debate. Lawmakers questioned the project and uranium rights, and the bill failed to pass.

Washington Grand Canyon Grand Canyon National Park National Park Service John P. Saylor Pennsylvania Saylor Madison Avenue House of Representatives J. T. Rutherford D-Tex Interior Committee

Citizenship Group Of Farm Bureau At District Meet

The Washington County Citizenship committee met at Mt Pleasant on Monday February 5th to discuss the individual citizen's role in government voting records for state and federal officials and new senatorial districts in Iowa. Members supported reapportionment with area based House and population based Senate and urged voter outreach. A Boston update notes students rebuilt a 32 year old monoplane bought from Alaska for renovation to race in New England and New York meets.

Washington County Lawrence Miksch John Gamon National Policy Committee Orville Griggs John Witthoft Bob Jones George Horn Mt. Pleasant Iowa County Farm Bureau Women's Committee Farm Bureau House of Representatives Senate General Assembly Boston UPI Boston Trade High School New England New York State Douglas

Mid Prairie High honors roll lists and activities

Principal G. R. Evans announced honor rolls for the second nine weeks and first semester at Mid Prairie High. The report lists Sophomores Juniors and Seniors with many names, plus details on One-Act Plays set for February 22, journalism course, junior color and flower choices, and senior Dale Stout’s national All-American football nomination.

G. R. Evans Mid- Prairie High School Smirley Yoder Janice Yoder Carroll Yoder Beverly Yoder Barbara Strum Miriam Small Judy Slemmons Lolly Sehlabaugh Connie Peter Cin Mike Patterson Rusty Parcell Jonn Orr Mary Ann Miller Ruby Mast Rita Koening William Kephart Tracy Anderson Mid-Prairie High School Flower Metro Dale Stout Dale Mid-Prairie

Victory Over Insects Won't Come Easy

Oregon State College scientists study insect resistance to sprays and uncover built in defense mechanisms that transform poisons into harmless substances. Humans have about a dozen similar protective systems, suggesting insects may share comparable barriers to chemicals.

Oregon State College

Insect Detox Systems Studied With Radioactive Napthalene

OSC researchers identify insect defense mechanisms that neutralize toxins. Houseflies injected with radioactive napthalene excrete the toxicant in nine or more forms within hours, aiming to pinpoint the strongest mechanism against napthalene.

OSC

Get Longer Wear From Sweaters

Household hints advise sewing rayon or cotton hosiery inside sweater elbows to extend wear. Other tips include sealing unused sockets with fuses, drying Petticoats on umbrellas to preserve shape, and replacing torn shoe linings with adhesive plastic. Discarded medicines should be disposed of safely to prevent child access.

United Press G International

Sugar Eradicates Nematodes With Simple Soil Mix

USDA report says ordinary sugar mixed into soil kills nematodes within 24 hours by dehydration. Dr. V A Feder and team at Orlando Laboratory found sugar at ratios of 1 part sugar to 20 100 parts soil destroys up to 100 percent of pede nematodes without harming animals or leaving soil residue.

U.S. Department of Agriculture V. A. Feder USDA Agricultural Research Service Horticultural Orlando Fla Feder Dr. Feder

Timothy's Rise and Delon Signs Five Film Deal

Timothy Stout dreams of power as he helps the Fairfax deal go through by bluffing and acting, then discovers a real promotion is his. Hollywood reports Alain Delon signs a five film contract with Seven Arts Productions and will star in The Adventures of Marco Volo.

Timothy Stout Saunders Fairfax Mr. Saunders Saunders Gorted Martha Joe Bates Joe Junior Hollywood UPI Alain Delon U.S Rocco Seven Arts Productions Marco Volo

Washing Machine Care Tips for Better Laundry

Simple habits cut repairs and improve cleaning. Avoid overloading the washer. aim for six to eight pounds with balanced loads using even numbers of large items. Use low sudsing detergent in recommended amounts to prevent residue and graying. When clothes look dingy, run a water only cycle with conditioner as directed, possibly twice for badly grayed fabrics.

Poland Blunt 25 round bout marks modern heavyweight record

Washington reports the longest scheduled bout in the modern era, a 25 round heavyweight fight between Bill Poland and Eddie Blunt at an unspecified venue. Poland knockout at some point ends the match, highlighting the era’s endurance showdown.

Washington UPI Bill Poland Eddie Blunt Poland

Sentries Guarded Poor Box But Thief Escaped

In Davao Philippines Maryknoll Father John F Coho lan of Lynn Massachusetts stationed two husky parishioners in the church vestibule to catch a thief who had been pilfering the poor box. They stayed on duty all night but fell asleep and woke to discover not only the poor box missing but their coats and shoes also gone.

Davao

Braise That Beef A Guide To Tender Inexpensive Cuts

Woman’s World presents methods to tenderize inexpensive beef cuts through seasoned, long slow cooking. Wrap in foil for tenderness and easy cleanup, then bake at 300 F for three hours. Recipes include Steak Piquant with lemon mustard and capers and Swiss Steak with vegetables in tomato sauce.

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