Iowa couple wins state bid for national farm contest
Mrs. Robert Waterhouse of Route neotably miteswest of Dublin says she and her husband are excited as Iowa’s first place winner eligible for a $50,000 prize in Washington state. The Waterhouses, WWII veterans, built a farm from shoestring funds despite illness and hardship, and their story earns them a place among 48 state winners selected by a national committee led by Allan Kline.
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Slim Chance For Approval Of Any Type UMT Bill This Year
Washington reporters note slim chances for universal military training UMT approval in Congress this year as the Senate dismisses the House bill. House votes indicate priorities favoring standby UMT with six months training and reserve terms but with July 1 1958 termination, and then shifts to a ROTC proposal later rejected. The bill is returned to committee amid a polarized vote and dwindling optimism.
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No School Bond Issue At Crawfordsville
Attendees were misled by a headline in the Evening Journal about Crawfordsville voters. No bond issue will be on March 1 ballots. instead the question concerns a schoolhouse tax and the funds it would raise.
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West Chester voters weigh 11 000 bond for school building
West Chester Consolidated district voters go to the polls on March 30 to decide a bond issue not to exceed 11 000 for a new school building and bus facilities. Preliminary estimates suggest repayment in about three years with a 2.7 mill levy. Four candidates seek two school board seats. Ralph Peiffer runs for treasurer replacing F M Lindenmeyer. terms of Sam Bowser and Robert Stephens expire.
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United States Leads in Pipe Smoking Worldwide
Pipe Lore reports the United States now leads as the top pipe smoking country, surpassing England. About 6,550,000 American men are estimated to smoke pipes.
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Local School Levy Question Would Limit Mills for 10 Years
A measure proposing a cap of 24 mills per dollar in any single year for ten years if voters approve. Funds would finance construction and equipping of school buildings.
Eisenhower Ends Visit In Turkey
General Dwight D. Eisenhower concluded his 16 hour inspection of Turkey's military role in Western defense and left for Greece. He praised Turkish courage and curiosity as plans to modernize Turkey's forces and equipment were discussed with Ankara leaders.
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Fire At Emmetsburg Destroys One Building
A fire in Emmetsburg's business district destroyed a cafe where it started and damaged two more buildings. Four volunteer fire departments from Ruthven West Bend and Mallard assisted Emmetsburg crews in bringing the blaze under control five hours after it began in near zero weather. Fire officials cited a gas stove explosion in the cafe as the cause, with the fire starting about 11 PM last night.
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New Hampshire Vote Draws Keen Interest
Concord New Hampshire supporters of Republican and Democratic presidential hopefuls push hard for a heavy turnout in the first primary. With a twofold test of delegate majority and popularity the race could yield a stand off between Eisenhower and Taft, while Kefauver and Stassen campaign. Taft set to launch a three day tour tomorrow.
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Street Crews Clear Snow From District Streets
Street crews in Washington cleared snow from the business district and curbs one block off the square. The prompt work of the street department drew praise and praise from local business leaders via the Chamber of Commerce.
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Arnall accuses cattlemen in controls battle
Chicago dispatch reports Price Stabilizer Ellis Arnall charging a cattlemen influenced drive aims to destroy price controls. He cited a secret Chicago meeting and warned Congress of inflation danger while stressing need to keep stabilizing measures in place.
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Dispatch Aid For Jap Quake Victims
A U S Air Force plane dropped 1000 blankets to quake and tidal wave victims in Sapporo Hokkaido as aid efforts continue. Emergency transport slowed by washed out roads and railways. Death toll reported 34 by U S Army and police, 22 dead six missing 168 injured per Japanese press.
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Marion Township Workmen Busy on Country Lines
A Marion Township report notes workmen were busy Monday on country lines 28 21 and 40 in the area. The patchwork repairs focus on maintaining rural electrical service and improving reliability for local residents.
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Richard Yennie to Speak on Japan at Community Forum
Richard D. Yennie, recently back from the Orient, will discuss Japan at the third Community Forum, covering war crimes trials language customs and religion. He will address communist activities in the Orient and the U S. Yennie is a Ju Jitsu club president and a Japanese instructor. tickets available at the door.
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Des Moines Voters Face Major School Bond Plan
Des Moines school board proposes a 5.508 million bond for additions to 17 elementary and five high schools, a 1.7 million issue for Solar Aircraft Co. building, and a 600 thousand bond for two stadiums. Voters would also approve an 11 year 24y mill levy replacing the current tax. Teachers to receive a 9.97 percent pay raise next year.
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DeMolay Event Postponed by Snowstorm Weather
Weather causes postponement of the DeMolay party planned for Friday. Mrs. Roger Sherman announced the reschedule due to unsatisfactory conditions. Snow forced class cancellations at Wayland School on Tuesday and disrupted activities and travel plans.
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Wayland School
Senate panel opposes Truman tax bureau plan
The Senate executive expenditures committee voted 7 to 5 to disapprove President Truman's plan to reorganize the scandal tainted Internal Revenue Service. The Senate must pass the disapproval by March 14 for the plan to fail. the House has approved a shakeup, with 64 regional collectors to be replaced by up to 25 deputy district commissioners under civil service.
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Mrs. Julia Lohrer Dies After Brief Illness
Mrs. Julia Lohrer of 415 West Fifth Street died today at the hospital after a brief illness. She was 7 years old. The body is at Sherman’s funeral home with funeral arrangements pending.
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Rural customers gain improved service efforts
An initiative aims to improve service to rural customers through enhanced coverage and outreach. The plan seeks to expand access, reduce response times, and tailor offerings to remote areas while coordinating with local providers and government programs.
Wesleyan Choir To Sing At Washington Sunday
The Iowa Wesleyan choir on a six day spring tour will perform at First Methodist Church in Washington during Sunday morning services on March 9. The 33 voice ensemble draws from several states and includes Washington residents Audrey Steele Jim Stone Don Topping Barbara Dare. Professor Oscar L. Butler will conduct accompanying the group on its fourth tour.
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Six Die? No, Six Hurt as Gary Trains Crash
Six persons were hospitalized with injuries after two crowd rush hour commuter trains collided in Gary Indiana. About 65 people were injured overall, with six remaining in fair condition by morning. A moving suburban train from Chicago slipped through an open switch and crashed into the rear of a unloading train at Gary station. Passenger Francis Rosenkranz of Michigan City described passengers thrown to floors and seats. Motorman Jack Teets of the rear train was knocked unconscious.
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Softball Meeting Planned Here Tonight
Hal Williams announced the first Washington Softball Association meeting of the season for tonight at 7 o clock in the VFW hall. All interested people are urged to attend to discuss plans for the coming summer.
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Washington Softball Association
VFW
Washington
First Witnesses Heard In Murder Trial For Boy 15
Webster City Iowa first day of trial reveals 15 year old Robert Fischer admitted shooting his father Al Fischer former Jewell school superintendent eight times after being denied time for a radio program. Sheriff E R Lear testified the teen explained the motive and sequence from the night of April 17 to the evening of April 19.
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Y's Men's Club to Sponsor Bridge Class Series
Plans for eight weekly bridge lessons were outlined at the Y's Men's Club meeting. The next course starts next Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the Dave Elder home, with a $5 per pupil fee and $1.50 supplies. Preliminary results from the club's bridge play show a net profit near $500 to fund club projects.
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Dave Elder
Will of 15 Words Leaves None in Doubt
Memphis widow inherits entire estate in a 15 word will read on a checkbook cover. M F Manduward valued estate at more than $10,000 leaving everything to wife Annie with freedom to dispose as she pleases.
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Des Moines Weather Forecast Acknowledges Warmer Thursday
Partly cloudy and not as cold in the west and central areas this afternoon. Light snow possible in the extreme west. Daytime highs reach 20 to 30 with lows 5 to 20. Thursday brings 28 to 35 with mixed conditions. Friday forecasts cloudy skies and possible rain or snow late in the day.
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