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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1946
Page
4
A brief from the National Editorial notes a member of the association and a religious reflection quoting Genesis 32 26 urging perseverance in prayer. The text emphasizes seeking blessings through steadfast effort in prayer.
A crowded column blends personal stories and social trends from a postwar era. It notes a couple seeking housing, a father missing his son, shifts in labor and consumer patterns, nylon hoarding, and debates over compulsory military training. It also surveys wages, absenteeism, and public sentiment on security policies.
A collection of brief one liners and quips about a lawyer farmer doctor and judge. Jokes center on truthfulness in neighbors clever farm morals legal bills awkward patient notes and a chastened view of capital punishment with playful wordplay and punchy setups.
A wool fiber can be extended up to 30 percent beyond its original length without damage, illustrating notable elasticity and durability in textile research.
Mineral State Texas famed for cattle and oil produced more than 96 million dollars in minerals in 1943, reflecting strong mining activity. The value surpasses prior years, signaling robust industry contributions to the state’s economy.
Havre notes record multiple funeral attendees from Iowa and Illinois for Peter Witt ing and Frank Hirt, with out of town relatives listed. Community events include Fortnightly club activities and visits by serviceman Robert Deatsch on 45-day leave, plus family visits among local households in Riverside Davenport and Moline.
Riverside February 19 Rev J J Fath acting pastor at St Marys Riverside announced the sponsoring families for the February 26 card party in St Marys hall fifth in a fall and winter series. Ouachre and pinochle games prize awards social hour and refreshments to follow. Sgt Kenneth Muller T5 recently discharged from Fort Leavenworth Kansas returned to his parents Mr and Mrs Edward Muller. While overseas he served with the army.
A brief local notice acknowledges Burger and Miss Vera Escher, both of Richmond, as the referenced individuals in the public notice.
In Washington County Iowa District Court No 8169 an instrument claiming to be the last will and testament of Robert Johnston Ferguson dated March 25 1938 has been filed opened and read The hearing to prove the will is set for Friday March 1 1946 at 9 00 AM at the Washington County Court House before the District Court or the Clerk All interested parties must appear and show cause why the instrument should not be probated and allowed as the last will and testament
By order of R. R. Noonan Clerk of the District Court the will is recorded dated February 23 1946 in Washington Iowa with deputy Marietta Workman seal and clerk designation.
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