Proposed site for home for the aged in Washington
A proposed site between South Iowa Avenue and South Avenue B in Washington is eyed for a one story fireproof home for the aged with central dining reading and private rooms. The plan requires 9500 dollars in options on three tracts, with gifts and pledges already in prospect as the project seeks funds to move from conversation to construction.
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Washington County Hospital
Iowa Avenue
Fred Wagner
Pioneer county history recalled in Washington Journal column
A reader shares an item from Alex Miller on early Washington county life, drawn from an 1880 county history used by the Washington Journal for past centennial pages. The writer notes the piece appeared in Miller’s 19th century work and reflects on its continued relevance.
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Ralph Dougherty
Miller
Washington County
Journal
Anonymous author cited for Des Moines book proof
The volume published by the Union Historical company of Des Moines bears no author name. A preface signed The Publishers thanks Washington county men, notably H. A. Burrell Norman Everson A. R. Dewey and Joseph Keck. A Mr Miller piece was written in 1924 and forwarded by Mr Kephart.
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Union Historical Company of
Des Moines
Washington County
H. A.burrell
Norman Everson
A. R. Dewey
Joseph Keck
Miller
Crawfordsville Old-Timer Recalls Historic Baseball Game
Charles M. Strain of San Pedro recounts a 6 to 1 Washington victory over Crawfordsville at the old fairground near the Brighton road. He cites pitcher Wisecarver and Cal Black's long hit, with Harry Bell's crack that injured a boy, in a Crawfordsville versus Washington lineup.
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Mitchell
Mr. Strain
Washington
W. H. Mitchell
Strain
Bob Armstrong
Charles M. Strain
San Pedro
Calif
Crawfordsville
Lloyd Samson
Pittsburgh
Crawfornsville
Town
Armory Building
Brighton Road
Wisecarver
Fairfield
Cal Black
Harry Bell
This and That from the YW desk
The YW column reflects on recent meetings and experiences at the YW room, praising Patty Sorrell and Dr. Miller while noting the unexpected crowd and the value of gatherings for spiritual and personal growth. It comments on teaching self reliance and the readers missing an engaging session.
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Patty Sorrell
Patty
Y. W
Dr. Miller
Unsung Heroes Highlight Pepperette Hoop Action
The weekly feature praises Mr. Lemmon and several helpers as unsung heroes who drop work early to support the Pepperettes. Alice Gault, captain of the 49ers, aims to take on Pepperettes and earns praise despite a loss last Thursday. The eight mothers of Pepperette players are lauded as unsung, and the Welfare committee led by Mrs. Miller organized used clothing donations at 110 FE Monroe with volunteers Irene Nickerson and Mary Welch aiding.
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Pepperettes
Alice Gault
49Ers
Alice
Navy flies XF7U-1 jet fighter over 600 mph
The Chance Vought XF7U-1, Speedy Flying Wing, powers two Westinghouse turbo jets. The navy rates it in the over 600 mile per hour class and says it could exceed speeds of current carrier and land based jets.
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Navy
Westinghouse
Liquid ammonia as crop nitrogen fertilizer rises
Use of liquid ammonia as a nitrogen source for fertilizing crops is increasing, signaling shifts in agricultural practice and input supply dynamics. Experts note its growing adoption amid price and availability considerations.
Birthday greetings crop up for many local residents
A list of birthday wishes appears from West Chester and nearby areas celebrating Mrs. R. C. Ferguson Mrs. J. B. McConahey Marie Jackson and others including twin sister Mrs. Bill Frye Martha Darlene Richardson Raymond Kauffman Ray Box Max Richenberger and more.
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R. C. Ferguson
West Chester
J. B. McConahey
Marie Jackson
Elliott McKinstry
Bill Frye
Martha Darlene Richardson
Raymond Kauffman
Ray Box
Local residents celebrate birthdays and list of names
Goodin Louise Kauffman Otto rey Ardelle Hasty and John Hough of West Chester celebrate today alongside Helen LaVonne Dawson Hester Mincer John Richard May Ellen Elaine Gray Carol Jean Weeks and Mrs Andy Sheetz. Others include Mrs Earl Redlinger Mrs Richard Scott Mrs Howard Fisher Mrs L A Holland and LaVell Arlene Bradford. Larry Wollrab is 8 Donnie Joe Redlinger 6 and Barbara Ann Lins is 6 today.
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Goodin
Louise Kauffman
Otto Rey
Ardelle Hasty
John Hough
West Chester
Helen LaVonne Dawson
Hester Mincer
John Richard May
Ellen Elaine Gray
Carol
Jean Weeks
Andy Sheetz
Hester Minecer
Klen Elaine Gray
Carol Jean Weeks
Earl Redlinger
Richard Scott
Howard Fisher
L. A. Holland
LaVell Arlene Bradford
Larry Wollrab
Donnie Joe Redlinger
Barbara Ann Lins
Calves Kept in Sunny Corner to Fight Diseases
Keeping calves in the sunny corner of the barn helps to protect them against infectious diseases and promotes healthier growth.
Sudden Death of Calves on Dairy Farms Reported
Reports describe recurring calf losses at dairy farms with 6 to 12 week old calves dying without warning. Autopsies reveal severe intestinal inflammation and degeneration of heart muscle as probable causes.
Henry VIII and the Popular Comforts of His Shoes
A note on Henry VIII declaring a preference for comfortable broad leather shoes with colorful linings. Modern busy men with important jobs also favor this easy-going shoe style.
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Henry VIII
Towel wear from razor blades and kitchen use
Small breaks in bath towels come from wiping razor blades. Kitchen towels used as pot holders wear out quickly due to heavy use and heat exposure.
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Humphrey
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Dixie Dugan
Dixie
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