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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1946

Page

7

Cotter School News Juniors Seniors Plans Benefit Game

Cotter High School outlines a January 31 benefit basketball game pitting seniors against alumni and juniors against a visiting junior high team. Principal events include noon ping pong setups, tardiness penalties, and student council activities.

Cotter Sen‘ds

Notice of Meeting for Issuance of Airport Certificates

The City Council of Washington Iowa will meet February 18 1946 at 7 30 p m in City Hall to institute proceedings for issuing 55000 Airport Certificates to pay costs of acquiring and equipping an airport. Taxpayers may file objections with the City Clerk before the meeting. John K Sowash City Clerk.

City Council Washington Iowa Council Chamber John K. Sowash

Crop Insurance Buoys Yields With Extra Moisture in Soil

An extra inch of moisture retained in the soil could substantially lift crop yields, with insurance programs and farming practices aimed at preserving soil moisture. The finding highlights the value of moisture as a key factor in agricultural productivity and risk management.

Supplemental tax levy hearing for Washington airport funds

Notice sets a hearing in Washington Iowa’s Council Chamber on the supplemental annual tax levy for airport purposes. The city plans to issue airport certificates to fund acquisition and equipment, with a fixed annual levy of 4245 dollars from 1947 to 1964 and corresponding expenditures each year. City officials R L Lytle mayor and John K. Sowash city clerk oversee the process.

R. L. Lytle John K. Sowash

Rocking Chair Brigade and Artful Wallpapers Featured

The January Chicago Tribune article highlights hand printed wallpaper by Emile Bassett and George Vollum, noting John Applegate as plant manager. It covers process origins, pricing, displays in Washington and local venues, and mentions related home work themes and local building changes.

Chicago Tribune John Applegate Emile Bassett George Vollum

Cover Food Chopper With Paper Sack

A simple home tip suggests covering the mouth of a food chopper with a paper sack to catch crumbs and prevent spillover onto the floor. This quick method aims to keep work areas cleaner while chopping ingredients.

A Good Baking Pear The Pineapple or Sand Pear

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

Louisiana

Fort Wayne Founder Chooses Site in 1794

General Anthony Wayne, famed as Mad Anthony, selected the Fort Wayne site in October 1794 after orders from President Washington. He then defeated Miami power, shaping the city’s origin.

Anthony Wayne Fort Wayne Ind George Washington

High Yield Grain Sorghum Hegari for South Carolina

Grain sorghum Hegari is noted as among the best grain sorghums for South Carolina for high yields on upland and bottomland. The crop tolerates drought better than corn, offering small farmers potential profit from high grain and forage yields with less moisture needs.

S. Carolina Drouth

Good Posture and Health Foundations

Proper posture improves health by aligning the body for optimal breathing and digestion. Standing tall with head up and back straight creates a stable foundation, while slouching causes a poor appearance and abdominal and respiratory strain.

Tibetans Drink Tea in Large Daily Volumes

Tibetan natives reportedly consume substantial amounts of tea with an average of 30 to 50 cups per person each day.

Tibet

Summer Salad with Citrus and Prune Garnish

A fresh salad features shredded lettuce topped with orange slices grapefruit sections and prunes stuffed with cottage cheese as garnish. Choice of dressings offered.

Farm Accidents Yet Injured Often in Agricultural Work

About one third of farm people killed in accidents are injured while doing farm work. Most farm accidents involve machinery and animals, highlighting dangers in agricultural tasks and the need for safety measures.

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