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The Washington Evening Journal reviews a mix of topics from health ad claims to beauty’s impact on productivity. It notes a legal housing art allocation, a 10 year tunnel project diverting Frying Pan water, and broad federal efforts to boost urban development and agricultural production, with humorous asides on Alice in Wonderland.
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T Intersections on Creston News Advertiser Roads
The piece argues T intersections on county roads create frequent crashes due to obscured views and high speeds. It suggests moving warning signs farther from intersections, reducing speed limits, and increasing sign visibility to prevent fatal misjudgments at rural corners.
Salute to a Senior Washingtonian
Mrs Gertrude L Bowman of Washington Iowa is saluted by Republican National Chairman William Miller on her 89th birthday. A former Hoover associate, she is the oldest member of the staff of the Republican National Committee, which she joined in 1945.
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Republican National Committee
Gertrude Bowman Still Active at 89 in Washington
Special to the Journal profiles Gertrude L Bowman a long time Republican National Committee staffer. At 89 she plans to work until perhaps 1974, maintains excellent health and walks from 15 Massachusetts Avenue NW. She is active in Girl Scouts Daughters of the American Revolution PEO Overseas Service League and serves as Memorial Hall Town Room chair. Bowman’s life spans Iowa West Branch Hoover era London and White House service including confidant duties for First Lady Hoover. She joined the RNC in 1945 later moved to Library and retired in 1961 only to return on a special project.
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Daughters of the American Revolution
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National Committee
William E. Miller
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Extraordinary contract bridge match described by Becker
Becker recalls a 1993 semifinal in which his team faced a dominant opponent. The South player details a dramatic 24-board match ending with his side down 300 points while teammates achieved a 90 point gain on another hand. The swing illustrates the high stakes and pressure in championship play.
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Stu Sans
Samuel le Suasiain
Howard Schenken Sohn
Crawford
George Rapee
Pointe Hind
North
West
Hast
Conservationists urge biological controls over chemicals
Conservationists urge using biological control for insect pests rather than chemical pesticides. Experts note 500 million pounds of pesticides pollute soil and water, harming ecosystems. biological methods, including natural predators and disease organisms, offer safer, cost effective options and have grown in U.S. practice with hundreds of introduced or native agents, plus public resources detailing methods.
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Yanamid
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Ramblings at City Hall and Old Friends Encounters
The writer visits city hall to observe the civil defense office and chats with Chief Mike Lee and locals Gibby Tink and Gibby about old times. They tour the police room with its posters, maps, radio gear, a small jail, and a basement setup including firemen quarters and a kitchen, recalling past routines and daily life.
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