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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1948
Page
4
Editorial asserts faith as the force to elevate progress, citing scripture Isaiah 33:10 and a resolve to lift up and exalt. The piece frames faith as practical motive power guiding collective progress and resilience.
A survey of Iowa countryside shows soil conservation practices spreading as farmers contour fields and grass gullies. Commentary contrasts politics and the Soviet system, noting inflation of social security costs and aging benefits. A poetical toast bids farewell to the successor as the writer faces the future.
A Pocahontas Record Democrat piece argues no price fits a child’s life and urges families to enforce bicycle safety. It notes the value of light and reflectors for night riding and stresses teaching traffic rules and safe riding practices.
A memory of sending in a photo from a Sheriff Putnam cuff incident that led to mats distributed to Iowa papers. The author recalls being cuffed, the escape attempt, the photograph by Dave Elder, and a later disposal of the unusable image. The tale reflects newsroom banter and the awkwardness of seeing oneself in print.
A Chicago Tribune columnist quotes a manager who posts a "quiet, please" sign in a large white collar office. The note is a light nudge to reduce office buzz as workers adapt to a calmer, more productive atmosphere. Quiet people are a blessing.
The column riffs on June weather, marriage advice from a New York wife, and a 75th wedding anniversary while scoffing at ins and outs of voting. It muses on shelf life of newspapers as shelf paper and hints at fall colors, fashion trends, and a Petra Queen honor for Abby Flynn at Parsons College.
Riverside report covers Rev Louis Kirby’s first high Mass at Sacred Heart Boulder, his Benedictine path from Canon City to Holy Cross Abbey, and attendance by Rummelhart family. Also notes Fortnightly Club event, local visitors, and St Mary’s high school commencement with diplomas and awards.
A reflective piece extols quiet speakers and movers as efficient, pleasant, and considerate. It lauds those who work without fanfare, mindful of others’ nerves, duties, and needs in both small and large tasks.
The senior class of 1948 at Valley School received diplomas and awards before Rev. Howard Neuzil spoke.graduates listed include Theresa Cooney Kathleen OConner and others. The annual pupil picnic occurred southeast of Riverside. mumps affected attendance and extended the term. Local families hosted visitors and Memorial Day services were held in Riverside cemetery.
The note claims ketchup is produced from ripe tomatoes, unripe walnuts and mushrooms. It presents an unusual ingredient mix and lacks standard ketchup ingredients.
Mrs Lena Mason and Mrs Cora McCoy attended funeral services for Mrs Jed Kupka Thursday. Walter Mullen helped with farm work at the Mason home. The Cloyce Benson family from Reynolds and Edith spent Sunday night with the Fred Kephart family and attended Decoration day in Washington. The Mason, Margaret and Clyle had Sunday dinner with the Forrest Mullen family. Lisle Hering and family visited in Burlington. Fred Kephart and family visited Mrs George Hopping in Brighton and Raymond Kephart at his home with ice cream later. Due to busy farming, I have been unable to continue the column.
Local editor asks readers to reach out to a number of people for upcoming news items. The call emphasizes timely responses for inclusion in the next edition and requests contact details and brief statements.
In early development phases the Baltimore and Ohio railroad and the South Carolina railroad trialed treadmills powered by horses as car propulsion. The experiment was condemned after a trespassing cow derailed the contraption.
Heart disease leads all causes of death by a wide margin according to recent mortality data. Experts note the condition remains the leading health threat, surpassing cancers and respiratory illnesses.
Washington Iowa based newspaper details publishers editors and staff names with affiliations United Press Leased Wire and press associations listed. Subscriptions rates line appears but is cut off leaving reader with incomplete pricing information.
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