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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1941

Page

6

Milk Consumption in Washington Per Person

The excerpt states that Washington residents consume about three fourths of a pint of milk per person per day, which is one fourth pint below the national average. It also promotes the opportunity to buy wholesome milk.

Washington

City Officials Named for Top Roles in Government

The list includes the Mayor and City Clerk along with the City Treasurer City Solicitor Supt Water and Chief of Police City Fire Chief Assessor City Health Officer First Ward R F McFarlene Second Ward A W Yard Third Ward Clarence Jacobs Fourth Ward and Harry Montgomery in the local government roster.

City Health R. F. McFarlene A. W. Yard Clarence Jacobs Harry Montgomery

Restful Interlude Ends in Romantic Reveal at Rural House

Mrs Meredith Jenks, fatigued by travel in heat, seeks shelter at a private house and warms to Rose d Armand and Mr Hardy. Rose confesses she is the young woman in disguise and a plan to test the guest’s stay. the pair acknowledge mutual affection as Donald arrives in an old car.

Johnson Meredith Jenks Molly Rose Mr. Hardy Mrs. Jenks Donald Rose d’Armand Rose Hardy

Chinese Character Count: Rough Estimate Across Language

The article notes that about 50 000 Chinese characters exist and discusses the complexity of defining a finite set. It touches on historical development, usage in literature, and linguistic research without asserting a fixed inventory. It underscores variability in character counting methods.

The Coming Generation and a Kitchen Soap Message

Mary Thompson tells of her daughter Patty, who is pressured into chores to curb vanity. The family enforces duty to teach responsibility, ending with Patty finishing the dishes and leaving a soap inscription reading Mother is fat as she departs.

Mary Thompson Patty Thompsons Mrs. Thompson Patty Darling Daddy Cissie Dr. Thompson

Dromania Defined as Scientific Wanderlust Term

Dromania is described as the scientific term for the instinct to wander, outlining its meaning and usage in scholarly contexts.

YMCA Week Notes Highlight Local Activities in 1941

Dr. Kyle examined Vacation Bible School children for the Red Cross and the pool hosts daily sessions. Rotary and United Service County Committee discussed playgrounds, USO planning, and a Buddy Night with Brookfield Zoo pictures. Youths like Bob Kelley and Tom Murphy passed swimming tests to advance toward life saving duties.

Red Little LeRoy Pratt Brookfield Zoo Yellowstone National Park Bob Kelley Tom Murphy DeWayne Fears

Who's Who at the Y Program Leader Glenn Mace

The Y organization highlights Glenn Mace as a key figure on the educational committee and in multiple roles within the Y M C A youth program. His dedication over years strengthens community youth work and YMCA activities.

Hi Y leader active in sports and service programs

Frank Grid Captain Wed Mr. Mace has had his son with him in the Y. Jack was President of the Hi Y and interested in all sports. He uses the YY facilities. Mr. Mace now focuses on the county United Service program to secure educational religious and social privileges for soldiers and sailors.

Mace Jack

Homestake Mine Dominates U.S. Gold Output

The Homestake mine in South Dakota has been the largest gold producer in the United States. It leads national gold production, underscoring its historic role in mining and regional economy.

Homestake South Dakota

I Am the Want Ad

An outspokenly branded tribute from 1938 Milwaukee asserts the want ad as the nation’s prime market and service institution. It claims speed, reliability, and universal reach, noting rogues and families alike rely on this persistent medium.

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Washington Chamber of Commerce Milo Sorden Municipal Band O. E. Schmidt The Chamber of Commerce Washington, Iowa Iowa Velma Wheaton George A. Wilson Statehouse Edward Johnson Dumont Jean Shaw New Hampton Iowa Daily Press Official Washington Directory Business City & County Optometrists Sti Harriet Coulter Harold Putnam Marion George County Lester B John C. Owen Stan Kiesey R. R. Nooran W. P. Rawna Ken B. Jones Chiropractors Dr, Chas Brown Court House Theodore B. Bailey Attorney At Law Loan & Trust W. Livingston George F. Morrison J. GC. Penney Co Lloyd Lytle W. H. Fulton E. F. Milick Henry Bailey Light Plant P. L. Jordan George Baker Mark Pratt H. H. Reister A. L. Griffith D. C. Barrett Park Marian 8. Bailey Frank B. Miller J. B. Lemmon W. B. Dupuis FR Ballar City Library Grace H. Stephen Ruth Lytle Washington Independent School District F. A Ralston Eee Harland W. Mead W. A. Erbe Ethel McCreedy Calia Harry Bowles Richard A. Stewart Ralph W. Thompson Harry Ramseyer A. E. Atchison B. F. Bostwick, Jr Charlotte Baldrige Dr, A Peterson S. Second Ave East Main St Sherman's Funeral Home West Main St Traveler's Rest BN Lut Meredith Ze M. C. A Rotary Dr. Gingerich Y.M.C.A. Board Mer Joe Duea U's Joe Duen United Service County Committee Glenn Wace Coulter Father Corcoran Fred Downing USO Henry County Dr. Morrison, Jr Phalanx Fraternity Maxwells Frank University of Iowa Bill Diehl Cedar Rapids Mary B. Forrest Donald W. Barnett Chickasaw Little Brown Nashua Harry Gwaltney Milwaukee Wisconsin
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