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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1947
Page
6
New policy for Germany outlines a long term occupation stance while promising a stable Europe. It allows expansion of civilian industry in occupation zones but restricts armament related production, guiding Germany toward a peaceful self sustaining economy integrated with Europe.
A study notes about 6,000 people die each year from kitchen accidents and many more are seriously injured. The report highlights hazards in home kitchens for men, women, and children.
Mrs Edward Wilson of Milan cares for her critically ill father John Davidson who suffered a stroke Thursday. Several local residents were shoppers here yesterday including Mrs W W Twinam and daughter Veda Crawfordsville and Mrs Richard Lonsdale and Correne Edmondson. A Joan Vendant baling outfit caught fire at Earl Nicola farm south of Washington. Van Sant suffered burns and was treated. Virginia Messerger entered Children’s Hospital Iowa City for surgery later this week. Mr Harvey of Des Moines hospital, Mrs Harvey visiting, has lived in Washington since April. Mrs Myrtle Carl Meier visited Kansas City after a week with her sister. Summer shoe sale features values to 4 with prices 1 1.49 1.98. Jane Mahin and Jean French plan a northwest tour through Des Moines, Seattle, Yellowstone and Black Hills. Clarence Farrier and wife welcomed a seven pound three quarter ounce daughter. Janice Kay Randall, four months old, has 12 grandparents, making five generations among Randall and Nicola families.
The 82nd birthday of Austin Sutherland was marked at the Henry Sutherland home with a cooperative dinner. Four children and their families attended along with two great grandchildren, reflecting close family ties in the community. Washington Cleaners will be closed July 21 to 26. O H Williamson funeral attended in Des Moines by Mrs. Eunice Burris Williamson and M D Williamson. Earl F Dankert considering opening a Washington credit bureau office with Muscatine County Credit Bureau backing, aiming for August 1 start if local support.
New club president Dir. M. J. Cruise announced the coming year’s committees on International service Community service Youth and other areas. Reports noted the Paul Harris Foundation fund aiming to raise 2 million dollars to foster global understanding, and a past-president certificate was given to Dr. George Kerr.
President T. D. Anderson of Chicago and Rotarian Eugene B. Allbaugh of Indianola were guests of the club, sharing remarks and community updates.
John H. Durr delivered the first wheat of the 1947 harvest at Whiting Iowa from a 200 acre field. The grain averaged 38 bushels per acre and fetched a price of 2.13 dollars.
Yesterday admissions include Clyde Clark of 709 W Second St for medical care and Lloyd Duensing from route three for appendectomy. Today Mrs Logan Sellars of Richland is admitted for medical care. Tonsillectomies performed for Wayne Lindley Lazelle Lindley from route three Clarice Brumfield of Ainsworth William Howseal 702 FE Second St Sandra Jean Lay of Ainsworth Allan Erbe 608 S Marion Ave. Dismissals: yesterday Mrs Merle Booth and daughter Bonita Ann route four. Today Mrs Marion Miller and daughter Diana Lea route three Mrs Marion McAvoy and daughter Daylene Kay 732 E Main St Mrs Ezra Brenneman and daughter Dortha Darlene Kajona Mrs Arthur Long and son Larry Dean of Richland Mrs Carl J Lehman and son Donald Dean West Chester Mrs William Schwab and daughter Mary Lou Columbus Junction.
Minneapolis dispatch reports a record U S birth rate with 3 750 000 children expected this year by Northwestern National Life Insurance. The survey notes average life expectancy of 67 years for this generation and lower early mortality compared with a century ago.
A company analysis finds yellow fever cholera and small pox nearly vanished a century later tuberculosis drops to seventh in mortality rates while heart disease and cancer rise as leading killers. The report notes an aging population more mechanized society and motor accidents rank ninth with accidents generally sixth.
Andrew Jackson faced early era debates on steam railroads as the nation weighed rapid transport progress. The discourse highlighted the presidency shaping infrastructure policy and the push for modernizing U.S. transportation amid sectional and political tensions.
Iowa announces E B Gaunitz of Lansing as chairman for the coming year. He succeeds Frank W Mattes of Sac City, a Democrat. Mrs Addison Parker of Des Moines, a Republican, was reappointed vice chairman.
Listing of half pint to quart fruit jars with top seal and regular rings. Mason zinc lids Kerr lids Atlas lids Bernardin No 63 lids and Vacu Seal 2 piece lids. Special white lacquer lids sold in dozens at 22 cents.
Citizens urged to purchase sugar immediately as supplies tighten and prices are expected to climb later in the summer. Authorities warn that availability may become scarce and costs increase as the season progresses.
An advertisement proclaims Lady Borden Ice Cream as 33 percent richer than ordinary ice cream, inviting readers to taste the difference and take some home tonight.
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