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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1946
Page
5
The Wellman town water supply dips with boards unshaven and a possible acid well cleaning to restore flow. Dewey Edwards recommends a timed acid treatment to clear obstructions, risking a one day water shutoff. officials expect approval and a plan for next Monday.
A sergeant warns shooters on the rifle range that a new bullet can penetrate nearly two feet of solid wood and urges everyone to keep their heads down to stay safe.
A six year old boy cuts his first day short saying he cannot read or write and that no one will let him talk, prompting maternal concern about his school readiness.
A disjointed collection of quirky lines about generations, travel, puns, synthetic milk, fashion, and wit. It mixingly comments on a grandfather farmer, a traveler seeking a self photo, and a playful jab at phrases and trends.
State screen opens Sunday with They Were Expendable a war drama starring Robert Montgomery John Wayne and Donna Reed. Adapted from William S White narrative about Torpedo Boat Squadron No 3 in the Philippine campaign the film chronicles the crew’s brave actions to buy time for officers to escape Bataan amid Japanese dangers.
Radio fans will see Art Linkletter and his troupe in the mount version of the movie "People Are Funny" arriving Sunday at the Fox Theatre. The program features audience participation and lighthearted entertainment as a scene of comedy unfolds.
The cast includes Jack Haley Helen Walker Rudy Vallee Ozzie Nelson Philip Reed and Frances Langford with strong radio and screen talent. Reviewers call the film thoroughly enjoyable a sit back and relax choice. It features seven tuneful numbers and the popular I m in the Mood for Love.
Joseph B. Fleming and Aaron Colnon as trustees in the reorganization of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway file with the Interstate Commerce Commission on January 9 1946 for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to abandon the Brighton to Washington line about 12.5 miles and to replace it with a Brighton to Ainsworth line about 17.3 miles in Washington County Iowa under Docket No 151754.
Bankruptcy notice for Island and Pacific Railway Company identified as debtor. Case details reference docket numbers 31016WS and F-13-16-2023-27 M-2. Creditors and interested parties urged to review filing for claims and deadlines.
A January 27 miscellan eous shower for Mrs. Leslie Murcock-Powers was held at Hiland Palace in East Highland. Mrs. Mabel Birka won high score in progressive euchre, with Mrs. Everette Rathlow taking second, gifts were given to the bride, and a lunch was served.
Frank Dvorak returns home after several days at the Henry Prymek house. Grandview residents William Pearson and daughters Janet Joyce and Nancy, Mrs. Elmer Pearson of Lone Tree, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Forpes with Wilbur, Mrs. Pearle Rummelhart, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Mincer paid Sunday calls at Mary Dvorak's home. Gary Gayle and Lois visited Sunday evening at the James Lungquist residence.
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