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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1950
Page
2
In Greenfield the Tom Cats defeated the Merchantettes 14 to 8 as Jane Dickinson and Vivian Hines held the mound for long stretches. The Drive Inns beat the Yellow Sox 12 to 6 behind a third inning rally and a grand slam by Kelsey.
A new device uses a small electronic tube to restore hearing for the deaf. Weighing only ounces, it eliminates bulky batteries and cords and enables hearing whispers. For more information contact Tonemasters Inc Department A 400 S Washington St Peoria Illinois.
Cedar Rapids police say 17 year old Wayne Walker was critically wounded after shooting himself in the head during a game of Russian Roulette. He was taken to University Hospitals in Iowa City for emergency surgery. Two witnesses William Fairbanks and Jean Warden, both Cedar Rapids youths, are being questioned.
Grace Hill residents and relatives gathered for Memorial services and family visits over Decoration Day weekend. Attendees included Mary Sherlock, Acel Robertson, Charlotte Ann Jackson, and many others from Sigourney, Ottumwa, Kalona, and Brighton.
Local readers are informed of numerous club gatherings and events this week. Groups include YWCA, Pythian Sisters, OES, Harmony Club, Merry Makers, Methodist and Christian church circles, K C Hall activities, Rebekah Club, and various lady aid and common club meetings with times ranging from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. on multiple days.
During the fire season the forest service augments 1,500 full time field workers with about 5,000 seasonal employees hired and trained each summer. The seasonal recruits act as look outs smoke-jumpers or smoke eaters alongside regular staff.
Mrs. Lee Mangold was guest of honor at a post nuptial shower in Chester hosted by Corinne Nicola and Betty Griggs at Harold Griggs home. Aqua and gold decor featured a golden sprinkler and alarm clock gifts. Contests yielded winners including Mrs. Mangold and others. prizes were recipe ingredients. Refreshments followed.
Senator Joseph R. McCarthy released a photostat of a secret report claiming in May 1947 the FBI found 124 Communist agents, sympathizers and suspects in the State Department. The figure dropped to 106 two months later. The document split the total into 20 agents 13 Communists 14 sympathizers and 77 suspects as of May 15 1947. The senator noted three listed agents remained and their names were available to the Senate.
Warnings explain that repeated washing of animal wounds is not necessary or advisable, since water and dampness may impede healing and professionals should follow proper veterinary guidance for wound care. The note stresses avoiding excessive moisture and consulting veterinarians for treatment.
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