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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1948

Page

3

Fish dinners offer quick variety and protein

A vintage guide extols fish as a versatile protein source for inland cooks, noting its tenderness and quick prep. It lists methods including broiling, pan frying, baking, and casseroles, with recipes for stuffed halibut steak, Maine style groundfish, baked scallops, crab cakes, and tuna noodle dishes.

Sidewalk collapse near West Main triggers closure

City crews barricaded a gaping hole after two large concrete slabs fell in front of the C. B. Yard residence on West Main street. No pedestrians were hurt as the area was secured and assessed for repairs.

C. B. Yard West Main Street

Local notes on moves, elections, and community events

Mr and Mrs Marvin Rinner relocate near Crawfordsville to the Dora Jones farm two miles east of Ainsworth. Raymond Rittenhouse, returning from Korea with Red Cross service, heads to Saint Louis before possible Washington Easter visit. Reister Bros Poultry Plant leased to Rock Island Produce Co effective March 15. Stockholder dues rise six dollars for 1948 to fund remodels at the Washington golf club. Judge Bechly orders repleading in Marquette Bank vs Stutsman case. County farmers honored at VFW banquet for 1947 corn yield contest. Don Radda cited as state winner. Rotary YMCA and Y’s Men plan joint meeting in Washington. Continue discussions on lumber dealer conventions and Midwest farm topics. Easter sunrise service planned at Ainsworth church. Health talks and Holy Week services announced for local churches. Soil conservation commissioners set May 1 for election. candidates named for terms. Army enlistment notes include Harold Watson stationed at Lackland AFB. Engagement announced for Wenona Anderson and Wade Hicks. Beverly Brown earns Owl Club status at Iowa Wesleyan.

Washington County Soil Conservation Commissioners Loit Conservation Office Howard Anderson Crawfordsville Warren Morgan Brighton Leslie Gates Homer Vincent Wellman Herbert Campbell Ainsworth Carl T. Anderson Anderson

Passing Years in Washington Recap of Local Happenings

The article notes the American Legion netted 125 from an last week industrial show. Rain totals exceed two inches this week. Mr. and Mrs. C H Guther visited Des Moines for a professional photographers demonstration. The Longs bought the Dawson property at 114 Main and plan to move soon. A cooperative dinner at the White Shrine was held with Mrs. Ek Stutsman supervising. Four candidates were initiated: Wysie Long Mrs Emma Long M J and Mrs C F Anderson. The Children's Home tag sale netted 117 79 with David McCall winning first. Howard McCreery recovering from rheumatism. Ella Cunningham to take Sam Kellogg's post office delivery job. E C Heck opens a new greenhouse east of town and dug a large cistern. Pearl Elder elected third term teacher at Bunker Hill school. Frank and wife hosted guests for Dr Nick Winter and sisters Ethel Mamie before they depart for Chicago. Dancing lasted late.

White Shrine Ek. E. Stutsman Wysie Long Emma Long M.J C. F. Anderson Frank Stewart Gospel Ridge Nick Winter Ethel Mamie Chicago

Make Fish Dishes Interesting with Bread Stuffings

Use bread stuffings and variations to create a feast from fish. Salt the interior before stuffing, then garnish with lemon wedges parsley pickle fans carrot curls tomato wedges and onion rings for an appealing platter.

Inventor Fulton Develops Amphibian Vehicle

Robert Edison Fulton Jr. officials unveil an amphibian craft blending station wagon and airplane traits. The machine operates successfully in air and on land with detachable wings for automotive use.

Robert Edison Fulton Jr

Planked Fish Dinner Enhance Tableside Presentation

Leftover fish can be flaked into salad with celery, pickle, peas and hard boiled eggs bound by mayonnaise. For theater at the table, try planked fish, a whole dressed fish broiled on an oiled hardwood plank. Serve with flute mashed potatoes and garnish with carrots cauliflower tomatoes or onions.

Artificial Bristle From Waste Milk Marks Brush Breakthrough

After four years of wartime research scientists develop an artificial bristle made from waste skim milk. The new bristle resists oils and organic solvents, making it especially suited for paint brushes.

Plans for Seventh Annual Vocational Guidance Conference

Plans for the seventh annual vocational guidance conference sponsored in Washington by the organizing committee were announced. The event will feature speakers from education and industry discussing career planning, guidance techniques, and expanding youth employment opportunities in the capital.

Washington

Savings bond redemptions rise in Iowa in 1947

Treasury figures show Iowa Series E savings bonds redemptions reached 1938 percent of total, up about 380 percent from 1946. The release cites Roger F. Warin, state savings bonds director. Other items note Legion posts gathering in Riverside and details on local events and budget changes.

United States Savings Iowa Treasury Department Roger F. Warin Savings Bonds

Deaths of the Week Highlight Local Losses

Mrs. Anna Spencer 93, former Washington resident, died at 9 30 today at her son O D Spencer home north of Salem Iowa after years of partial invalidism. Funeral services for Glenn O Houseal were held Thursday at Wheelan Funeral home Rock Island Illinois born September 24 1900 son of John and Clara Buffington Houseal married 1929 to Laura Brown and survived by one son Robert 14. Funeral services for Mre

John Wheelan Arenzville, Ill Robert Clark Clark Roberta Wheelan Washington Y.M.C Anna Spencer O. D. Spencer Salem Iowa Glenn O. Houseal Wheelan Rock Island Ill Mr Houseal John Clara Buffington Houseal Laura Brown Robert

Local Moves and Alumni Return for Weekend News

Josephine Bailey and Don Morrison visit Grinnell College for the weekend. The Atlantic and Pacific store plans to relocate to the west side room of the square previously used by J C Penney. W M Keeley of Washington joins Chicago law firm Keelen Woods Weisel and Keeley, expanding service to major Chicago interests. Keeley family to move soon with daughters Patricia and Joan in junior high.

Atlantic and Pacific J. C. Penney Company A. and P Washington W. M. Keeley Keelen, Woods, Weisel

Crone Named New Basketball Captain for Next Year

Ted Crone was elected team captain for the coming year and played his first game this season before developing quickly.

Ted Crone Crone

Barrett and Link repurchase Hart Grain Weigher Company shop

Barrett and Link who sold their north east side meat market repurchased the Hart Grain Weigher Company of Peoria. Walter Wilders, manager, suffered a fire loss estimated at 125000 dollars with 92000 dollars of insurance. A fire in Hell's Half Acre destroyed a small barn where Ernie Garret lives. The Baptist church reports steady gains with three successful weeks and new assistants arriving. John Steck was elected fire chief and Orie Turner assistant chief at the annual fire meeting.

Barrett Link Hart Grain Weigher Company Peoria Walter Wilders Hell's Half Acre Ernie Garret John Steck Orie Turner

Kalona votes 4.00 bond for new school house

Kalona residents approved a four dollar bond issue to fund the construction of a new school building marking a half century milestone in local education. The measure passed amid community support for expanding educational facilities and modernizing school infrastructure.

Kalona

Obituary for Phoebe Snyder in Letts church service

Phoebe Snyder age 92 formerly of this place lived with her son Chester Snyder in Muscatine the last years. Funeral held Saturday afternoon at Letts United Brethren church led by Rev Merle R Hull pastor of Muscatine Baptist church. Burial in Letts cemetery.

Phoebe Snyder Chester Snyder Muscatine Letts

Hospital Admissions and Discharges Noted

At the hospital ad mitted yesterday are Mrs. Troy Seliman Keota surgical Mrs. H O Banks 1202 E Washington medical Betty Lou Harras Harper surgical Mrs Ivan Hahn route 4 surgical. Dismissed yesterday are Mrs David Riley E Pleasant Plain and son Mrs Grant Humston route 4 Gary Joseph and Larry Joseph Mrs Ralph Beauchamp Crawfordsville. Today: Mrs L B Trask 414 W 2nd Velma Hertizg Wayland Anna Mae Kiefer Keota Mrs Bi ja Crawford Ainsworth.

Troy Seliman Keota Surgical H. O. Banks E. Washington Medical Betty Lou Harras Harper Ivan Hahn Route 4 David Riley E. Pleasant Plain Grant Humston Gary Joseph Larry Joseph Ralph Beauchamp Crawfordsville L. B. Trask W. 2Nd Velma Hertizg Wayland Anna Mae Kiefer Bija Crawford Ainsworth

Local Births and Admissions Reported in Daily Notices

Yesterday and today various local residents are listed for medical events and births. Mrs. Gerald Dun can and Mrs. Livya Lytle appear in surgical entries with addresses. Also noted are Merle Simpson and Cloid Willits Jr undergoing surgical procedures.

Gerald Duncan Livya Lytle E. Main Merle Simpson Cloid Willits, Jr S. Ave. C

Obituary Notices for Merle Proudfit and Mrs. Evan A. Peterson

Yesterday Merle Proudfit of 1102 East Second area, noted for medical concerns. Today Mrs Evan A Peterson of 420 South Ninth, listed with medical background.

Merle Proudfit Evan A. Peterson

Birth in Colum City Medical District

Birth notice reports Mr. and Mrs. Carl P. Jungbluth welcomed a son yesterday at 2 05 p m in Colum bus City medical facility. Jess Rodruck noted in Friday edition.

Jess Rodruck Columbus City Medical Carl P. Jungbluth

Readable Notice Record With Names and Addresses

Yesterday Mrs Lloyd Lytle 403 EE Main and today Mrs Silas Caldwell route 1. Addnrica Mary Ann Kauffman route 1 tonsillectomy.

Mary Ann Kauffman Lloyd Lytle EE. Main Silas Caldwell

Marriages of the Week Featured in Local Notices

Several local couples announced marriages this week. Martha Hininger and Grant Buser wed at the Wapello Methodist Church. Hazel Sojka and Charles Chalupa held a ceremony in Chicago. Ethel Bruegge and John Jefferies announced their union. Dorothy Bear and Harry Whittaker planned their wedding. Mary Murphy and William Schwerdtferger married in Chicago in a Sherry Hotel Sky Room ceremony.

Martha Hininger J. O. Hininger Columbus Junction Grant Buser John Buser Conesville Wapelle Clayton Bear Dorothy Bear Harry Whittaker Sky Sherry Hotel Chicago Mary E. Murphy Ed Murphy Haskins William Schwerdtferger Emma Schwerdtferger Cincinnati

Oxygen Deprivation Causes Thousands of U.S. Deaths Each Year

The text notes that about 50,000 Americans die annually from lack of oxygen. It cites 30,000 newborns and the remainder from choking, submersion, gas exposure, electric shock, diseases, and accidents that halt the breathing of life.

United States

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