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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1952
Page
4
A mosaic of opinions critiques on deception in politics and media, toll roads in Iowa, and the inefficiencies of taxation. It cites Senator Edward Martin on bankruptcy, discusses animal by products and industrial efficiency, notes shifting tax dates from 1920 to 1959, and warns against rising mass hysteria and totalitarian temptations in the U.S. context.
A Missionary society organized at Central Presbyterian church in Columbus Junction with Mrs. John Coon as president and Mrs. Donald Howell as vice president. Dr. Robert H. Bickford showed missionary pictures during the program. Also noted was Leave Paul Weber visiting from California and planned vacation to northern Minnesota. Local residents attend summer school at Iowa Wesleyan College and the University of Iowa.
Maj. Gen. William K. Harrison said the United Nations may accept a re screening of Communist POWs to see who wishes to return home. If agreed by the Communists, it could unlock a stale mate blocking a Korean armistice. The U.N. plan envisions re screening after an armistice. the rivals have rejected pre armistice screening as Geneva convention violation.
Nylon fabric with a yellowed appearance can be treated with a color remover to restore whiteness. Follow product directions and test on a small area first to avoid damage.
Marjorie Coon who has stayed two weeks at the Ira Coon home plans to fly back to Los Angeles. She is employed there.
All army aviators are eligible for helicopter training. To qualify they undergo five weeks of technical training at San Marcos air force base in San Marcos Texas and five weeks of tactical training at Fort Sill Oklahoma. A sewing basket kept in the kitchen saves time on last minute calls for buttons or snaps before school starts.
Yale traffic expert Theodore M. Matson warns downtown business districts face decline as traffic congestion pushes shoppers toward suburban centers. He notes 70 percent of district travel is by private auto and urges changing district functions to serve a growing population with specialized goods and services.
St George's Episcopal rector Rev Roger Schmuck in St. Louis Park Minnesota asks parishioners to name five sermon topics. Top choices include immortality faith under adversity world peace guiding children in faith and remaining humble before God.
Chicago column cites Rhoda W. Bacmeister on the pursuit of perfection in friendships and marriages. She argues that adults and children alike seek an ideal companion, but all or nothing thinking leads to disillusionment and broken relationships.
Canada will issue a commemorative five cent piece this year to honor Cronstedt the Swedish scientist who first identified nickel in 1751. The coin marks the 200th anniversary of nickel isolation and naming.
The board canvassed votes and listed county and township officials with replacements and terms. Contracts for coal, a sale of Lot 2 and Lot 3 parcels, and a warrant refund were approved, adjournment noted by chairman Ned Merrow and County Auditor Fred Bourgeni.
Mr and Mrs Bill Frey and family visited the George Koehler home in Havre. Mrs Jesse Stouts sister Mrs Roy Rogers and her children spent Tuesday at the Stout home helping shell peas. Don Swartzendruber recently called on his grandparents Mr and Mrs C Swartzendruber. Lisle and Lewis Hering were also present.
Sunday gathering at the spacious country home of C Wittmer honored their father. Sons and daughters in law from Renwick Quincy Washington joined as grandchildren enjoyed home made ice cream. Other local visits included the Eisele and Koehler families and care for Mrs Mason.
Joece Stout and family visited the Eugene Elmore residence for a Sunday ice cream gathering. The Everett Weston family enjoyed Sunday evening supper at the parental Dave Richard home.
Ida Bazel visits her aunt Mrs. Rosetta Shreves in Washington for several weeks. Mrs. Dean Masters from Sacramento arrives to see her mother Flora Ross. Ray Caviness and family from Ottumwa host a surprise Sunset Park supper for Mrs. Caviness’ birthday. Omer Verwere and seven couples from Iowa joined a Tulsa trip by five days as guests of Mid-Continent Petroleum Corp. DX sales agents were honored as northern division contest winners.
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