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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1952
Page
6
A personal column notes family life in Kalona, Iowa with birthday observances, Scout events, and visits. It mentions Billy’s hoarseness and school, local gatherings, and neighbors while listing multiple families and community groups. The piece blends anecdotes with social notices and upcoming events.
A birthday list notes Gary Kron of Riverside turns nine with cake and three candles. Also observed are Richard LeRoy Meyer and Donald Merle Tellin celebrating their ninth birthdays in Davenport. Additional names include Clyde Pratt Mes Cart Zieclowsky JW Combs and others from local families.
Kalona co chairmen Mrs Locan Reif and Supt W H Barnum report net proceeds of the drive reached 285 66 with no house to house canvass. Donations were made in miniature as the campaign gathered support locally.
The surface of Illinois is described as a level table-land featuring broad plains and gentle elevations. They note the general topography as uniform and suitable for agriculture and settlement across the state.
The fragment lists publication details for the Washington Daily Press with names of staff and publishers, noting afternoons edition except Sundays, tax and postal classifications, and subscription rates by mail and carrier in Washington area for various durations. It reflects a historic newspaper boilerplate and pricing structure.
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