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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1949

Page

6

Parity debate shapes farmer prospects in 1949

Babson Park Florida February 25. The speaker argues farm prices depend on supply and demand and that parity subsidies will persist, while noting government support, tariffs, and pensions as enduring subsidies. He cites income taxes rising and predicts continued farmer protection and a push for sustenance farms near communities.

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Farm investment as insurance against world conflict

A commentator argues farming serves as insurance and a viable living and supply base during a World War III scenario. They note rising demand for farms as awareness grows and suggest profits if purchased at the right price.

Columbus High Grad Receives Nurses Cap at Mercy Hospital

Joanne Kennedy, Columbus High School graduate from the class of 1948, received her nurses cap during training exercises at Mercy Hospital in Burlington. Her family, former Columbus Junction residents, includes parents Mr and Mrs. L. J. Kennedy who moved to Moline last summer. Other local notes cover relocations, anniversaries, and community events across Columbus Junction and surrounding areas.

Martha Butler Columbus Junction Joanne Kennedy Columbus High School Mercy Hospital Burlington L. J. Kennedy Moline Cpl Edward Wilson 14Th Army Air Corps Albany Frank Wilson

Wonder Salve offers relief for skin irritations from psoriasis to eczema

Wartime discovery developed for the army and now for home use. Wonder Salve is described as pain relieving antiseptic with no acids or alcohol. Sold in Washington at Phillips Pioneer Osincup Drug Stores and locally by pharmacists.

Washington Phillips Pioneer Osincup Walgreen Bruggist

Bible Department Meeting at Library Discusses Revelations

Eighteen members answered roll call at the Bible Department gathering in the library Monday afternoon. Mrs. EK F Hehner presided. Mrs. J T Rehmer opened with prayer. blind Iowa women supplied towels. The group reviewed Revelations chapters 9 19 and 11, planning chapters 12 and 12 for the next meeting.

Bible Department EK. F. Hehner J. T. Rehmer Iowa

Bridge Winners at White Shrine Party

High scores at the White Shrine bridge party Monday afternoon at 2 o clock at the Masonic Temple were Mrs. Edith Richards of Ainsworth and Mrs. T. A. Flener. The hostesses, Mrs. Gray Cole and Mrs. G. W. Manassier, served refreshments at the close of the afternoon's play.

White Shrine Bridge Masonic Temple Edith Richards Ainsworth T. A. Flen

Step stool in kitchen saves hospital costs

Homemakers who say they cannot afford a kitchen step stool overlook the expense of hospitalizations from broken limbs. A sturdy step stool kept in the kitchen ensures frequent use and prevents attic or basement storage risks.

Care for the Ill Child Highlighted in Local Report

A brief item notes ongoing attention to the needs of a sick, ill child in the community. It mentions family concerns and calls for support from local groups and services to assist during illness.

Book Review in Fortnightly Applied Arts Meeting

Mrs Willard Palmer reviews Papa Was a Preacher at Fortnightly Applied Arts meeting held in Mrs Dean Cox home. Nine members attended with Alice McDaniel leading. Plans were made to contribute to the Red Cross at the next gathering and committee appointments were announced.

Papa Willard Palmer Applied Arts Department Dean Cox William LeMasters FE. H. Scales Alice McDaniel Red Cross Don Orr

DeMolay Mothers Host Guest Night at Masonic Temple

DeMolay Mothers Circle held a guest night at the Masonic Temple with four visitors Mrs. Lee Baird Mrs. Pearl Mosier Mrs. Glenn Fuhr and Mrs. Joe Cochran. President Mrs. Don Maxwell led the meeting which voted $5 to the Red Cross and named refreshments committees for March 14 and March 28. Sixteen members reported their boys ages and Ed Squire led entertainment.

DeMolay Mother's Circle Masonic Temple Lee Baird Pearl Mosier Glenn Fuhr Joe Cochran Don Maxwell Red Cross Fund Leo Mangold Roy Carter Clive Gray

Davenport Ladies to Instruct at School

At the City PTA council meeting Mrs. Henry Sventy and Mrs. George Albrecht of Davenport were announced to lead the PTA School of Instruction on March 22. The event includes morning and afternoon sessions and a closing tea. the exact location is to be announced.

Margaret O’brien PTA Henry Sventy George Albrecht Davenport Sventy Albrecht PTA Association State Office At & O

Soil Decline Seen From Loss of Organic Matter

Chief cause of soil decline is the loss of organic matter. Approximately 65 percent of all new wealth created in the United States stems from agricultural production.

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