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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1965
Page
1
In Cannes France the U S Navy restored normal operations after a sailor on the carrier Shangri La released fuel oil into the Mediterranean. Three thousand tons of oil coated beaches and villas angered hoteliers and swimmers, threatening the tourist season.
A Navy operation sprayed chemicals to push oil to the seabed after a water mishap near Riviera. Sailors took short leaves for cleanup, hauled in sand from river mouths, and within 24 hours nature’s beauty returned as bikini crowds resumed beach life. One sailor reportedly emptied a water tank and opened an oil spigot by mistake.
Washington County Fair at the Washington County Fair Grounds runs August 2 to 5 with judging, livestock, 4-H displays, and entertainment. Events include cattle, pigs, sheep, poultry, rabbits, and a 16th annual horse show on August 5 with Bill Haney as judge and Red Blanchard as master of ceremonies. A season ticket covering the fair and horse show costs 2.50 and is available at local offices and from 4-H and FFA members.
Adlai E. Stevenson U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and former Democratic presidential candidate died in London at age 65. He had met with British officials, was traveling from the Geneva U.N. conference, and was regarded as in good health prior to his death. Born February 5, 1900 in Los Angeles, Stevenson held numerous government posts including adviser to Navy Secretary Knox and UN organizer.
University of Iowa scientists designed a 202 pound radiation detector aboard Mariner IV to measure charged particles and infer Mars magnetic belts. Dr James Van Allen and team, including S M Krimigis, spoke at NASA JPL in Pasadena as Mariner IV nears Mars on its 228 day, 325 million mile journey. The four detectors, developed over six years, aim to determine if Mars has belts similar to Earth's by comparing readings from four possible magnetic field scenarios.
Dwight Bode of Washington County reports renewed movement on school changes. A petition seeks merging Eagleville Independent with Mid-Prairie. Eagleville sits in Washington and Iowa Counties. Washington and Johnson counties plan to meet July 22 at 8 p.m. at the Washington County Courthouse to resolve a deadlock over Highland Community School district reorganization.
Varied concerts headline the Washington Municipal Band in Central Park this Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Director Dick Ballard leads selections including God Bless America Berlin The Admiral March Rush and several marches and waltzes by Fillmore Berlin and others. The program features In the Mood, A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody, Klaxon March, Beer Barrel Polka, and ends with the National Anthem.
Defense Secretary McNamara said the admin will consider mobilizing reserves and National Guardsmen and raising draft calls if U S forces in Vietnam continue to grow. He noted enlistment extensions may be needed and will join President Johnson on an eight day inspection to Saigon to assess force levels and supplies.
Roy L. Mayhew 73 died at his home in Baton Rouge Louisiana after an unexpected return from a vacation The funeral home Jones Funeral Home is handling arrangements Rev M O Smith to conduct services with Elm Grove Cemetery as burial Mayhew born July 3 1890 in Washington County son of William Calvin and Hattie Blackman Mayhew He earned a BS from Iowa Wesleyan MS from James Millikin PhD from the University of Illinois He married Myrtle B Weaver Aug 25 1915 who died Sept 14 1963 He taught at Lemars Iowa led biology departments at Central Wesleyan College and Des Moines University and was a biology professor at LSU He retired in 1961 after 32 years of research at the LSU agricultural station He was a Methodist and a Mason Survivors include two sons Harold and Roy both of West Branch and several grandchildren
Nancy Rhea of Waco High School softball aimed for a standard hit against Danville at Olds when a pop fly struck a bird in flight, tumbling to the ground with the ball. Players were stunned, but Waco won the game.
Notice of probate of will and appointment of executor for the estate of Dave Benson. Public record announces court action, with details on filing and confirmation processes to be completed locally.
From Pasadena to Johannesburg and beyond, Mariner 4 powers toward Mars at 9,970 mph. Commands began at 7:27 a.m. PDT with the 575 pound spacecraft turning its sensors on and opening its shutter for a 25 minute photo sweep. The team led by Dan Schneiderman and JPL faces the risk of no pictures but aims to send 21 photographs at eight hours 35 minutes per transmission.
Brighton notices announce funeral services for Mrs. Hattie A. Kessel set for 2 p.m. Friday at the Brighton Methodist Church. Gould Funeral Home of Brighton is handling arrangements following her Tuesday morning death.
United Press International reports Iowa will see mostly fair weather through Thursday with cooler today and highs in the 80s. Lows tonight range from 55 to 60 in the north and 60 to 65 in the south, with Thursday highs generally in the 80s. The Friday outlook is for fair skies and warmer temperatures.
A 2976 strong U S Army infantry task force from the Red One Division landed near Bien Hoa air base, 15 miles north of Saigon, to join others in combat against Viet Cong guerrillas. Air and ground actions continued across the region with significant casualties reported on both sides.
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