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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1949

Page

3

Editorial urges public to change conduct to seek forgiveness

Editorial urges readers to reform behavior rather than beg God to ease anger. It calls for aligning actions with higher laws and notes divine willingness to forgive if people square their lives with moral standards. A biblical quote from Psalms is cited to stress discipline.

Prominent Journalist Ralph Shannon Ill After Heart Attack

Centerville paper notes Ralph Shannon of Washington Iowa is critically ill following a heart attack. The respected, genial journalist has long guided younger publishers and peers, inspiring higher journalistic standards through leadership and mentorship.

Washington Iowa Ralph Ralph Shannon

Progressive Ottumwa voters urged to back park upgrades

Ottumwa community leaders urge a Yes vote on park board legalization and a special assessment to improve Ballingatt park near the Burlington depot. The $125,000 program aims to create a park plaza, spur a new $1 million Burlington station, boost jobs, property values, and city looks, with broad labor and civic support. Enthusiastic backing is requested from individuals and groups.

Ballingatt Park Burlington Depot Ottumwa Park Department Washington Street Burlington Railroad

Riverside Students Tour Iowa City Engineering Building

Riverside public school physics class visited the Iowa City engineering building on Friday March 18. Attendees included Supt H E Colvin and students Faithe Gerot Alma Heck Jean Wingler Mary Ann Havel Bette Lou Jackson Leland Fisher and Don Mitchell.

Riverside Mar Riverside Public School Iowa City Supt H. E. Colvin Faithe Gerot Alma Heck Jean Wingler Mary Ann Havel Bette Lou Jack Leland Fisher Don Mitchell Leo Birka Floyd Prymek Des Moines Floyd St. Mary's School Jesse Meeks Ainsworth Fannie Meeks

Daughter Born at Mercy Hospital Iowa City

A daughter was born on March 20 at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City. The birth adds another member to the family.

Mercy Hospital Iowa City

Columbus Junction News and Events Update

Ellis Swisher visited Oshkosh to see his ill mother. Chapter CX PEO met at Mrs. Reaney’s home with Mrs. Robertson discussing the Constitution and by laws. Irene Myers outlined committees. A junior high reading recital was held at Columbus High School under Mrs. Floy Schermerhorn. Tungsten tools keep sharp at high speeds due to tungsten content.

Columbus Junction Ellis Swisher Oshkosh Wis Robert Reaney Anna Robertson Irene Myers Columbus High School Floy Schermerhorn

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