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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1946

Page

5

Cotter School News highlights junior senior events

Cotter students report a seniors versus alumni benefit basketball game on January 31 to fund the annual. A junior high game against another school is planned. Ping pong tables are provided for noon amusements, and tardiness rules require makeup time. Honors roll and attendance are listed. various students noted for spelling, studying engines, and class activities.

Cotter

Washington Iowa Council to meet on airport certificates

The City Council of Washington Iowa will convene February 18 1946 at 7 30 p m in City Hall to consider proceedings for issuing 55000 Airport Certificates to finance acquiring and equipping an airport. Taxpayers may file petition forms with the City Clerk before the meeting date. 946. K Sowash City Clerk

City Council Washington Iowa K. Sowash

Moisture Savings Could Boost Crop Yields

An inch of saved moisture may substantially lift later crop yields by improving soil moisture availability during critical growth periods and reducing irrigation needs for farmers.

Supplemental levy hearing set for airport project in Washington IA

Washington Iowa council schedules a public hearing in the council chamber on an evening session to discuss a supplemental levy of 4 245 dollars yearly from 1947 through 1964 to fund airport acquisition and equipment. The funds will pay principal and interest on airport certificates and complete the city airport program authorized after the 1944 election. The notice is issued by Mayor R L Lytle and City Clerk John K Lowash.

Washington Iowa

Wallpaper makers and local ties stir old newsroom memories

The Chicago Tribune feature on hand printed wallpaper notes John Applegate, plant manager, linking art and industry. Emile Bassett and George Vollum produce wallpapers priced from 1.95 to 8.95 a roll, with designs transferred by stenciling and careful finishing.

Chicago Tribune John Applegate Emile Bassett George Vollum

Tibetans Drink More Tea Than Any People

Tibetan natives reportedly consume tea at a high rate with each person averaging 30 to 50 cups daily, indicating tea as a staple in daily life.

Tibet

Farm Accident Facts Highlight Rural Risks

About one third of farm people killed in accidents are injured while performing agricultural work. Most farm work accidents involve machinery and animals, underscoring dangers in rural operations.

A Good Baking Pear

The pineapple or sand pear is abundant in Louisiana and suited for baked pears. Prepare by washing, halving, coring, and placing in a dish with diluted syrup. Bake until tender, then add butter and a pinch of salt. Cinnamon or spices may flavor the syrup.

Louisiana

Fort Wayne Founding by General Wayne in 1794

General Anthony Wayne chose the Fort Wayne site in October 1794 under Washington’s orders to subdue the Miami. The selection followed Wayne’s campaign to weaken Miami power in the Indiana frontier.

Anthony Wayne Fort Wayne Ind George Washington

Summy Salad Plate with Fresh Fruit Garnish

A salad featuring shredded lettuce with orange slices grapefruit segments and prunes stuffed with cottage cheese as garnish. Includes a choice of dressings.

High Yield Grain Sorghum Hegari Promises Profits in South Carolina

Hegari grain sorghum stands out as a top performer for South Carolina farmers, yielding strongly on upland and bottomland while tolerating drought better than corn. This drought resistance makes it a viable option for small farmers seeking high grain and forage yields with less moisture.

S. Carolina Drouth

Good Posture Health Advice on Standing and Sitting

Proper posture strengthens breathing and digestion by aligning the spine head and stomach. Slouching makes you look worse and strains vital organs, causing fatigue from an imbalanced body.

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