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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1949
Page
4
A religious reflection urges readers to embrace Jehovah's program with strength and action. It emphasizes that God desires to do more for believers if they heed divine instruction and persevere with faith.
A writer describes receiving spoof letters about temperance lectures and a deceased assistant named Bosco. The column then critiques the Atomic Energy Commission probe led by Bourke Hickenlooper, noting perceived mismanagement and calls for Hoover Commission-style spending cuts as Senator Byrd and Bridges urge restraint.
The writer recalls Ella Gordon and Nellie Wilson once Mutual telephone operators in the old Masonic Temple and notes the shift to a centralized office after 1930. He mentions local figures John Wesley Morton and T. A. Michels, and reflects on the centennial fountain lighting, the park's value, and a baker Paul Fern who defends Washington’s vitality. He muses on sparrows and wrens near his home.
Mr and Mrs F J Pine and sons Gordon and David are on a vacation trip by car and trailer house in northern Minnesota. Rev Harley A Henderson preached at Zion Congregational church in the absence of Rev Chord. The Daily Vacation Bible school closed Friday noon with a picnic lunch. L C Hill returned from University Hospital Iowa City after surgery.
Proper airflow and a stable environment around 50 degrees Fahrenheit help cows stay healthy and maintain high milk production.
A historical study notes California Indians have increasingly intermarried with Whites since 1849. Women migrate to dense American populations, men mostly marry within their group. Blood averages show 68 percent among locals, 41 percent among rural migrants, and under 37 percent for city dwellers.
Guidance on spraying both sides of leaves to combat pests like bean beetle. Recommends 2-3 gallon compressed air sprayers with extension rod and angle nozzle for underside spraying, and a 1 quart hand sprayer for small gardens. Emphasizes careful measurement, thorough mixing, and using diluted sprays the same day.
Army nurses wear several distinct uniforms for different environments. The winter and summer service uniforms cover continental US duties, the white hospital uniform, and a field hospital uniform for maneuver areas. Overseas field hospitals use a brown and white striped seersucker set, with a blue and maroon street dress featuring a lighter skirt and maroon piping.
Gardeners are advised to plant vine crops only after danger of frost passes. Cucumbers squash pumpkins and melons are the main types. Even small gardens can grow them. Choose sunny light soil and provide water and nutrients as vines grow quickly. Pinch the ends of overly long vines to encourage fruit setting.
Store blankets in a cool place avoiding piles that crush the nap. Clean blankets before storing and brush often to remove dust and lint. Brush lengthwise, let sunshine and air lift the nap. Mend wear and binding before storage to ensure warmth.
The article warns against storing woolen garments in bags and urges airing and brushing outdoors. It notes annual damage to clothes and goods exceeding 100 million dollars and blames poor housekeeping for moth infestations. It advises thorough cleaning and generous use of moth balls and fumigants.
Ringworm is a common skin disease in young cattle, often most prevalent in winter due to crowding. The condition spreads in crowded herds and affects animal health and welfare during the colder months.
Editor announces a weekly Washington Bureau column answering readers questions about veteran and serviceman family issues. Questions are directed to the bureau at 1616 Eye Street NW Washington DC. replies appear in a future column.
The VA rules exclude World War II veterans from G I bill and vocational rehab benefits if they are in certain other federally funded training. Programs include U S public health training, U S maritime commission training, resident hospital training, and VA department of medicine and surgery physician and dentist training.
Local social notes report visits and calls across families in Highland Center and nearby towns. Sam Boyd spent Sunday with relatives in Muscatine at the Hugh Boyd home. Various guests and overnights are listed, including milk runs, dinners, and shared meals among area residents.
The poetry of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is esteemed worldwide for its beauty and depth, having inspired numerous notable musical compositions across eras and genres, reflecting its enduring influence on composers and performers.
Four New York governors later served as presidents: Martin Van Buren, Grover Cleveland, Theodore Roosevelt, and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Each led the state before ascending to the national executive, shaping 19th and 20th century politics.
Relatives report the birth of a six pound fifteen ounce daughter on Tuesday May 31 to Mr and Mrs Rex Richenberg er at Mantecia California. The item notes a Busy Vacation Bible School at Sugar Creek enrollment 164 and average 158, and mentions recent rains in the area along with attendance at Mrs Elmer Hunklet’s funeral in Norton Illinois. Several local residents attended the funeral of John Gugeel in Fremont Illinois and other community events are listed including social gatherings and Memorial Day activities.
Guidance stresses calling the fire department at once and locating the nearest fire alarm box to act fast in an emergency.
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