Truman Urges Flood Control While Admitting Refugees
Secretary George C. Marshall told a House immigration subcommittee that admitting 400 000 displaced Europeans over four years would prove U S moral leadership. He outlined three grim alternatives if the United States does not act and urged prompt action on the refugee legislation despite Republican opposition.
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Washington
George C. Marshall
Congress
U. S
Truman
Marshall
United States
State Department
Moore Expands Laundry Service in South Ninth Avenue
Jay Moore announces expansion of Moore's Laundry on South Ninth Avenue. The one day service will include pickup and delivery with early returns except Sunday. The business is run by his son Harold Moore, a World War II veteran.
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Jay Moore
Moore
South Ninth Avenue
Harold Moore
Airmail Service Begins Between Washington and New York
The first U S airmail service started experimentally between Washington and New York City on May 13 1918.
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The
United States
Washington
New York City
Newcomer Dr. R. O. Sander Joins Washington Veterinary Practice
Dr. R. O. Sander from Waukon joins Dr. A. C. Peterson veterinary practice in Washington. ISU College of Agriculture graduate class of 1947, Alpha Gamma Rho member, former president of the junior AVA chapter, Cardinal Guild participant, World War II Navy veteran, sports fan active in football hunting and fishing.
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Dr. Sander
Iowa State College
Anes
Alpha Gamma Rho
American Veterinarian Association
Cardinal Guild
United States Navy
Washington
Washington Chamber Dinner Draws 200 Attendees
Washington Chamber of Commerce held a large chicken dinner at the country club with over 200 attendees. Mayor Glenn Mace reviewed city progress, including gas, power, and sewer plans, and promoted a Cleanest City slogan and future developments.
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Country Club
Washington
Chamberlin Brothers
Emma Barnett
Mace
Glenn Mace
Ide
Iowa Southern Utilities
Councl
Iowa
United Presbyterian Home For the
Winybody
Lee Holland
Fred Downing
Mason City
Holland
Commission
Tel’s
Downing
John B. Rogers
Rogers Company
Chamber
Manton Hebner
Tein Lee
Lint Announces Plan to Open New Café Near Ainsworth
Lewis FE Lint states he will open a cafe soon one fourth mile east of Ainsworth on highway 2. The ecafe will specialize in steaks chicken special dinners and various sandwiches. Lint brings restaurant experience including time as a chef at Hotel Ridpath in Spokane Washington.
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Lewis FE. Lint
Ainsworth
Mr. Lint
Fine
Spokane
Washington
Rural Youth Meet Thursday Evening
Washington county rural youth invite all members aged 18 and over to a second organization meeting Thursday night at the Farm Bureau office at 7 45 p m. Attendees will proceed to a designated site for outdoor recreation and four brief business sessions.
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Washington County
Farm Bureau
Americans May Aid the Greek Army
Washington reports US military advisers may give instructional aid to the Greek army to strengthen its fight against guerrillas. Greek sources say a 23rd brigade moved from Metsovon to intercept 1500 to 2000 guerrillas near the Albanian border aided by Greek air force planes.
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Washington
George C. Marshall
Greece
United States
Athens
Sigetaff
Metsovon
Estia
Gsiopes
Mount Gamyla
Albania
ROTC Medical Camp Opens At Fort Sam Houston
The six weeks summer training for medical students began at Brooke Army Medical Center Fort Sam Houston Texas with around 500 men from schools nationwide enrolled Richard T Day son of Mr and Mrs Wilbur B Day of Brighton a State University of Iowa student is among the attendees The camp operates under the Medical Field Service school providing military and professional courses in sanitation preventive medicine and related Army surgeon duties.
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Brooke Army Medical Center
Fort Sam Houston
Texas
United States
Richard T. Day
Wilbur B. Day
Brighton
State University of Iowa
Medical Field Service School
Red Cross Undertakes Vast Iowa Flood Rehabilitation Effort
Des Moines reports the Red Cross is handling the largest rehab job in Iowa history for June flood victims. About 10 640 people need medical care homes repair and replacement. Some cases show personal needs like a wooden leg and a cherished radio. National disaster workers and 175000 dollars committed to date.
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Des Moines
American Red Cross
Iowa
E. C. Bryant
National Red Cross
Bryant
Chaviers
Red Cress
Iryant
Red Cross
Rence
Red Cross National Disaster
Washington County Hospital Turns 35 With Notable Growth
The Washington County Hospital marks its 35th anniversary today after a July 15 1912 dedication. Supt Esther M Squire leads a skilled nursing staff as admissions rise from 20 daily to about 54, with births and surgical cases up sharply since 1921 and 1937 benchmarks.
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Washington County Hospital
Esther M. Squire
Mrs. Ada Gray Hollingsworth Dies in Denver
Attorney A. W. Gray of Pueblo sends word that his sister Mrs. Ada Gray Hollingsworth, formerly of Washington, died Saturday July 12 at his home. Her body was taken to the crematory at Fairmount cemetery in Denver after more than a year of illness. Her sister Mrs. Florasburg cared for her at her brother's home.
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A. W. Gray
Pueblo
Colo
Ada Gray Hollingsworth
Washington
Fairmont Cemetery
Denver
Florasburg
Hospital Praised by Washington Businessmen
Editor notes praise from Washington men who have observed the county hospital grow and expand its services. They cite 85 years of service and high standing among small towns, praising the care provided to those in need.
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Washington
Washington County
County Hospital Seen As Essential But Undervalued
George Midaniel recalls pushing for a county hospital 35 years ago and stresses its continued vital role. He notes the hospital serves in emergencies and overall community health, yet believes appreciation remains lacking.
Washington County Hospital earns trust as community medical heart
The Washington County Hospital stands as a respected community institution. Citizens reflect on the steady improvements it has brought in medical and surgical care and note its accredited status as proof of high operation standards.
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Washington County Hospital
Washington County hospital addition seen as proof of value
The overcrowded condition since the 1941 addition underscores the hospital’s value to Washington County. A former trustee recalls the building challenges and urges united public support for the current board and staff.
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Washington County
Pride in County Hospital Grows Among Citizens
L. A. Holland praises the county hospital as a splendid, well suited building with fully modern facilities. He notes its complete organization and adequate services, emphasizing that residents are proud of its capabilities for caring for the sick and injured.
Washington County Hospital First of Its Kind in the World
The Washington county hospital formally accepted a bronze plaque honoring Dr Elbert Irvin Munger as the first rural county hospital in the nation. The ceremony highlighted Munger and Dr Boice, noting the 1912 opening, 41 000 cost, 19 private rooms, two wards, and 1 000 patients served by July 1915 with 460 major surgeries.
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Washington County Hospital
Elbert Irvin Munger
Elbert Ervin Munger
Washington County
Iowa
Spencer
FE. WW. Munger
Washington, County
United States
C. A. Boice
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Truman seeks 10 year flood control plan for Mississippi basin
President Truman urged Congress to adopt a decade long flood control program for the Mississippi and Missouri basins. The plan would start with over 250 million dollars in the next year, integrate irrigation and hydroelectric power, and include many already authorized projects totaling about six billion. He cited urgent floods this spring as a national economic threat and said no specific projects were named yet, with planning continuing for eligible efforts.
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Truman
Congress
Mississippi River
Missouri
House
Senate
America
Mississippi
Mississippi Basin
Neccessa
Stassen and Clark Lead Sunday School International Meet
Former Minnesota governor Har em E. Stassen and Atty. Gen. Thomas C. Clark headline speakers for the List International Sunday School convention in Des Moines. Opening session led by Stassen, Clark to give main address on Thursday night with topic Can the Church Lead.
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Des Moines
Minnesota
Harem E. Stassen
Thomas C. Clark
Canada
Stassen
International Council of Religious Education
Clark
Veterans urged to file disability claims by August 1
World War II veterans seeking waivers of premiums on national service life insurance must file by August 1 for claims older than a year. William J. Doherty of the Veterans Administration in Iowa City noted approved claims may yield cash refunds. waivers apply when a veteran becomes fully disabled for months or longer noted.
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William J. Doherty
Veterans Administration
Towa State Bank & Trust
Iowa City
Iowa
UQ. Day
Doherty
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Tom Carson
S. W. Easter
At Medical Center
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Bulletin of Iowa Hospital Association
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