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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1947

Page

6

Crop Prospects Fade Across Iowa and Nation

Iowa reports June conditions show crops damaged by a late May freeze in the northwest and heavy rain in the southeast and south central regions. Oats output down from last year while winter wheat exceeds it. corn planting delayed and alfalfa ready for harvest next week. Washington experts warn of a fragile corn crop that could affect feed and meat supplies, with a Bureau forecast predicting record spring and winter wheat yields and varied grain outlooks.

Des Moines Iowa Iowa Crop and Livestock Reporting Service Efe Service Washington U.P Agriculture Department

Beef prices rise in three week survey

A United Press survey finds retail beef prices up about ten cents in three weeks while other meats rise similarly. Live stock experts blame government meat exports to starving nations, though Agriculture Department spokesmen deny the claim. At some markets prices have risen about

United Press Department of Agriculture

Market meat supplies vary amid floods and price pressures

Markets report plentiful supplies of good to excellent beef but shortages of good and utility grades in some areas. Flood-disrupted Midwest transport and high Mississippi River water trigger a flash shortage in Philadelphia. Government critics blame the purchasing program for higher wholesale prices while Agriculture Department experts search for explanations.

Midwest Philadelphia Mississippi Valley

Miss Palacios Speaks to Ann Judson Circle on Puerto Rico

Ester Palacios a retired missionary from the Woman's American Baptist Convention spoke at the Ann Judson Circle meeting in the Baptist church. She shared twenty years of work in Puerto Rico including Cagnas Yauco and Cayey where she organized Bible classes and missionary societies among women and children. Mrs Raburn Davis led a brief business session and new members were welcomed.

Ester Palacios Woman's American Baptist Tomession Society Northern Baptist Convention Ann Judson Circle The Baptist Church John Little Raburn Davis Clyde Garrett Ray Sojka Marion Snodgrass Marcus Bach Miss Palacios Puerto Rico Cagnas Yauco Cayey Paul K. Wells Nyla Reinier

Tea Courtesy for Virginia McLaughlin

A pre nuptial tea was held Thursday afternoon at the former H H McCleery home given by Mrs H H McCleery and Mrs R H McCleery for Virginia McLaughlin. About 20 guests attended and enjoyed an informal afternoon with piano solos by Margarette McCleery and Mary Rita McLaughlin.

Virginia McLaughlin H. H. MecCleery R. H. McCleery Margarette MecCleery Mary Rita McLaughlin

Tea guests host white flower décor at wedding tea

Mrs. George Kerr and Mrs. Cloyce Stewart presided at the tea table where decorations featured white flowers surrounding a bride doll, reflecting a bridal tea atmosphere.

George Kerr Cloyce Stewart

Staining Wood Shingles With Available Shingle Stain

Wood shingles can be finished with shingle stain available from paint dealers in various colors. Shingle stain can be used by dipping shingles before installation or brushing on after placement, as it flows into the gaps between shingles.

Baking in enamel pans needs lower heat for even browning

When using enamel pans bake at a cooler temperature than with aluminum to prevent an uneven brown on the cake bottom and edge.

Heilman Hosts Bridge Club Party At Y Mens Event

Mr and Mrs Logan Heilman hosted the regular Y s Mens Bridge club evening. Women enjoyed dessert while men met for dinner. Four tables played bridge and the high score prize went to Mr and Mrs Robert Day.

Logan Heilman

Local Visitors and Outing Notes From Wapello Area

Local greetings from Wapello where Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rukgaber and daughter Cecile hosted relatives W. L. Rukgaber and Mrs. Truby of Mi wri Florida. Barbara Godwin visits Iowa City and Janet Sweet. Miss Chadwick’s hospital staff visits Cedar Rapids. Fishing trip participants near Leech Lake report cooler rainy conditions affecting results. The H. and M. Lunch will close Wednesday evening at 8:00. Rodney Arnold visits in Ainsworth at Hazel eile’s home.

Ray Rukgaber Cecile Wapello Earl Truby Miwri, Fla W. L. Rukgaber Truby Ray Charlies Ragan Rodney Arnold Bill Arnold Leech Lake Walker Minn

Ruth Tucker and Allen Bereiter Wed in Atchison

Brighton, June 10. Ruth Tucker daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Tucker married Allen Bereiter son of Mrs. Leroy Sheets and Carl Bereiter. The double ring ceremony took place at the Methodist parsonage in Atchison, Kan, 4 p.m. Saturday. The couple will reside in Brighton.

Brighton Donald Tucker Ruth Allen Bereiter Leroy Sheets Richland Carl Bereiter Washington Atchison, Kan Troy Ss. Warner Methodist Sheets Brighton High School Thompson Beauty School Des Moines

Palmer Named to Iowa Commission for the Blind

Gov. Robert D. Blue appoints Mrs. King R. Palmer of Des Moines to the commission for the blind, succeeding Mrs. George Kraetsch, also of Des Moines.

Des Moines Robert D. Blue King R. Palmer Commission For the George Kraetsch

Starched Laundry Should Not Hang In Strong Wind

Advice warns that starch in laundry can be blown out by strong gusts, so garments should be kept away from open air drafty spots. Strong wind exposure risks stiffening and loss of starch treatment.

Community Friday sales at Whittaker sale barn

Weekly community sale at Whittaker sale barn every Friday lists livestock sales on Wednesdays at Midway Sales Company in Columbus Junction Iowa.

Whittaker Midway Sales Company Columbus Junction Iowa

Mrs Herbert Osineup Plans Picnic For Next Meeting

Plans were made for a picnic at the next meeting which will conclude the current set of meetings for the group led by Mrs Herbert Osineup.

Herbert Osineup

Carter's Pills Unblock Digestive Tract for indigestion relief

This ad urges relief from indigestion by unblocking the lower intestinal tract. It claims constipation as the true source of stomach trouble and promotes Carter's Pills as a gentle, effective solution to let nature digest food properly and restore well being.

Nature Carter Ature

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