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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1970
Page
1
The Washington volunteer firemen fed more than 1,000 people at their annual pancake and sausage dinner held at city hall. They offered whole hog sausage with pancakes and eggs at noon and evening sessions, drawing long lines as proceeds benefit the firemen fund.
Ferguson Shaw and Sons Limited were fined 120 dollars at the sheriff's court in Glasgow for failing to keep their soap factory clean.
Chicago weather information line WE 4 1212 handled 21.5 million calls in 1969. The number serves as Chicago's business telephone weather service, connecting residents to current conditions and forecasts.
Iowa lawmakers Rep. Edward Mezvinsky and Rep. Scott McIntyre call for Agriculture Secretary L. B. Liddy to resign amid criticism of state meat inspection administration. They say the program is underfunded and ineffective, with Liddy accused of incompetence and political interference. Liddy denies the charges and demands proof.
President Nixon told budget writers to make substantial spending cuts, likely killing new federal programs and sharpening Democrats' criticism on education welfare and urban issues. With his State of the Union set for Jan. 22, the move signals tighter finances and a possible no-tax path.
Bruce Paul and Steve Johnson, Washington High seniors, volunteer three mornings weekly in the Nurses Home at Washington County Hospital to tutor and entertain four older trainables. They coach sportsmanship and manners, aided by Mrs. Bill Brice and adviser T. J. Berdo, hoping to inspire similar programs in future years.
Vice President Spiro T. Agnew arrived for a three day New Zealand visit greeted by Prime Minister Keith J. Holyoake. Police fought antiwar demonstrators outside the Intercontinental hotel arresting 10 as tensions flared during the last stop of his 11 nation Asia Pacific goodwill tour.
CAPE KENNEDY UPS The first satellite insured against rocket flight was moved into proper position for a final orbit above the Atlantic Friday. Comsat Corp spokesman said conditions were excellent after an $872,000 premium ignited the insurance. Engineers reoriented the craft overnight with ground radio commands firing small gas jets to set the motor for Friday’s orbit change.
Intercepted memo from Bruce and Steve thanks the receiver for proving that the strong can be kind. Signed by WEJ and addressed to Washington, the note expresses gratitude and goodwill.
JayCee Week in Washington marks the founding of the JayCee movement in 1915 with over 250 000 members in 6300 communities. The Bosses Night Banquet at K C Hall on January 20 features Dr. George Lamore as speaker and the Washington U S A winner announcement. Gary Shebeck chairs the Boss Award, with multiple awards including Outstanding Young Farmer and Key Man. Tickets are available at local drugstores and cafes. public invited.
Washington Community District school board discussed the completed high school remodeling required by the state fire marshal, and reviewed a $1,000 monthly deficit in the hot lunch program funded by transferring general funds. The panel heard bids for a Case Field building, debated using levy funds for athletic facilities, and considered continuing the Star Project with needed local funding.
Cloudy with drizzle or freezing drizzle tonight then light snow Friday. Lows tonight 15 to 20 north to upper 20s south. Friday highs near 20 north to about 30 south. Saturday outlook is partly cloudy and much colder.
Estate of Elva Howard Messer seeks probate of the will and appointment of an executor. Proceedings set before the board of supervisors on Friday, January 2. Public notice indicates the estate's legal actions and the hearing date.
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