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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1944

Page

4

Community Notes Mix Reminiscence With Local News

Local column recounts residents and visitors in Washington Iowa. Highlights include Mrs. Julia Wilson and John Black antiques talk, DAR Washington's Birthday plans, Rotary lecture at the high school, Barclay grocery sale to Julius and Marsha Kunik, and memories of Bess Scofield Maas.

Barclay South Marion Ave West Washington Street Julius Marsha Kunik Julius Kunik Marsha Barclay Grocery Fruit Market

Hospital Births and Admissions Chronicle

A daily hospital log records multiple births including Harold Ahrens son and Robert Marshall son born early morning with weights seven pounds thirteen and a half ounces and seven pounds fourteen and a quarter. Also listed are appendectomies admissions discharges and a major operation for Theodore Kiesey.

Harold Ahrens Cora Baird Ainsworth J. A. Hunsaker South Iowa Avenue Robert Marshall South Second Avenue Harry Miller South Fourth Avenue Maurice Bleess Brighton John Davison

Passing Years in Washington News Highlights

A New city clerk appointment: Howard Fulton named by Mayor Lytle to fill the Eldridge vacancy. Local moves and society notes include the Witzigmans at the Eldridge home, the Steck house, and a busy calendar of community events and recognitions. Jimmie Baird’s relics, scholarships won, and a Washington High event with Walker Whiteside are noted alongside civic notices and a Children’s Home musical program fund-raiser.

Howard Fulton Lytle W. S. Eldridge Walker Whiteside Graham Opera House Washington The Children's Home Society of Davenport H.J. Samson D. J. Norton, Jr Mattie Samson Harry Mount Frank Sage Norton Frank Smith Carrie Scofield John Beamer Guitar and Mandolin Club Gladys New York Rem UY

Valentine Day Observed in Schools and Community

Students and Camp Fire girls made Valentine boxes as schools observed Valentine Day. The week included snow and a series of local happenings from new business purchases to community meetings, with engagements, weddings, and honors noted across the county.

Dog Tag Vital for Marines in Action

The dog tag is a small metal disc worn at all times. It records the wearer’s name, serial number, date of last inoculation and religious faith to aid identification after injury or death and to ensure family notification and prompt insurance payment.

Clock freezes as sleet coats town in icy blast

Twenty years ago a drizzle that turned to sleet and freezing rain left the town an icebound scene. The town clock stopped, rural carriers switched to horses, and travel slowed as ice covered streets and sidewalks.

Carpenter James Fishburn Dies After Foot Infection

James Fishburn, a well liked carpenter and friend of many, died at the county hospital from an infection in his foot that began as a sore corn. He was seventy, born at Marshall and later Wayland, Iowa.

Sculptress displays Soldiers Memorial model at exhibit

Mrs. P. D. Horde of New York, noted sculptress, presents a Soldiers Memorial model to visiting relatives. J. J. Minick plans a new water plant building with a bid of 17,284 dollars.

P. D. Horde New York Soldiers Memorial J. J. Minick

Farmers Cooperative Reports $750000 Yearly Business

The Farmers Cooperative announced last year’s business totaled $750000. The Improvement League offers $25 prizes for the best Washington bird houses this year. Mrs. Priscilla Junkin and Miss Alice Wilson resigned from clerk positions at the New York Store.

Farmers Cooperative Improvement League Washington Priscilla Junkin Alice Wilson New York

Travel by air long range dream says Orville Wright

Orville Wright predicts a future where mail and passengers ride aeroplanes. While he is seen as an air navigation authority some prefer a cautious stance and say let George handle air travel when it arrives.

Orville Wright George

Nellie Bowman and Dorothy Latchem Recital in West Chester

Nellie Bowman and Dorothy Latchem traveled to West Chester to give a recital for local audiences. The two performers showcased a program of classical selections and received favorable notices from attendees.

Nellie Bowman Dorothy Latchem West Chester

Team RunS Runs Ahead as Cray Team Stopped by Custer

The Cray team owned by Ed Bovee and driven by Earl Little led the race but was overtaken and halted by Charles Custer. Captain Chas A. Dewey of Company D wears a new watch fob bearing a silver medal pendant presented by grateful Co. D members for his years of service as captain.

Cray Ed Bovee Earl Little Charles Custer Dewey Chas. A. Dewey Co. D

Cox Purchases McCaulley Grocery on East Washington

Will Cox has bought the E. P. McCaulley grocery store located on East Washington Street, Bridget district, as announced in local real estate transfers. Sheriff's office note confirms filing by Bridget authorities.

Will Cox E. P. McCaulley East Washington Street

Deaths of the Week Mrs Bess Scofield Mans

Former Palo Alto resident born 1871 Mrs Bess Scofield Mans died suddenly at her home on February 1. She was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs William Scofield.

Bess Scofield Maas Palo Alto Wm. Scofield West Main Street Sherman Funeral Home Washington Bess Donald Hayes Madison Street Orville Campbell South Marion Avenue Joy Ellen Picken East Jefferson Street Harold Ahrens Danny Phil Route Three Katherine Swift Emma Rimmerman Lowry Boston Mass Cyril Sullivan J. C. Swift B. C. Briley Don Bell Iowa Avenue Billy Briley Young Mary Day Oregon Richard C. Young Burlington William Scofield Rita Kueneman Ed Kueneman Riverside Wilbur Rath William Jennie Rath

Mrs Rosa Steele Dies After Major Operation at 54

Mrs Rosa Prymek Steele wife of Milo Steele of Riverside died Wednesday from complications after a major operation. She was 54. She is survived by her husband, her parents, two daughters, three brothers, a sister and one grandchild.

Rosa (Prymek) Steele Milo Steele Riverside

Notable County Resident Dies After Short Illness

Well known county citizen born in Germany seventy five years ago dies after a brief illness. Survived by two daughters Mrs Carl Voorhees of Washington and Mrs Claud Holmes of Keota. two sons Roy of West Chester and Ralph of Clinton Mo. two brothers and one sister Mrs Mary Ross residing in West Chester.

Germany Carl Voorhees Washington Claud Holmes Keota Roy West Chester Ralph Clinton Mary Ross

Well Known Cotter Resident Dies After Paralysis Attack

An 80 year old Cotter resident died after an attack of paralysis a week ago. He is survived by his wife who died in 1940 a son Hugh a daughter Mrs LeRoy Owens of Cotter five grandchildren a sister and a brother.

Wilson Hugh Smith W. A Hanty John Lemley Ray Lemley Hay Cotter Hugh LeRoy Owens

How to Reunify Crystallized Honey with Warm Water

When honey crystallizes place the container in a pan of moderately hot water. Do not let the water boil or simmer. Heat water to the right temperature then remove the utensil from heat before adding honey. If needed change water as it cools to keep a constant temperature until crystals dissolve.

Corundum Deposits Found in Brazil for War Needs

Geologists locate excellent corundum deposits in Brazil to support war production. Corundum ranks second to diamonds in hardness and will provide cutting edges and abrasives for machine tools critical to war efforts.

Brazil

Cotter School News Highlights Valentine Party and Grading Arts

Cotter students report a Valentine party with mom invitations and classroom games. Fourth and fifth graders filed 100 in spelling. new student Dale Hawkins joined. High School notes include Student Council bond sales, county tournament games, and a 43-26 win over Columbus Junction.

Donna Letts Mary Lou Stizers Glenn Dunsmore Cotter High School Columbus Junction Cotter Wyman Columbus

Iced Beverages Through Ancient and Medieval Times

The article notes Alexander the Great showed interest in iced beverages in 353 B C and Marco Polo in the 13th century brought Orient recipes for water ice and milk ice.

Alexander the Great Marco Polo Orient

Egypt Glassmaking: Oxides Color and Tin White Glass

Ancient Egypt used copper and manganese oxides to tint glass blue and added tin oxide to create opaque white glass. The use of tin as a whitening agent marks an early development in glass technology.

Egypt

No Wheat Substitutes Soybean Fortify Bread

Soybean products are not substitutes for wheat flour but act as protein fortifiers in bread cakes pancakes meat loaves and similar foods. Follow directions to use the right amount in the right place.

Marines Stage First Foreign Landing in 1776

The U S Marine Corps made its first landing on foreign soil on March 3 1776 marking a notable early amphibious action in the American military record.

U. S. Marine Corps

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