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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1949
Page
5
A columnist muses on paying debts promptly to keep money circulating and reflects on mail solicitations in newspapers. He critiques cigarette advertising claims, marvels at radio’s reach, and contrasts modern comforts with historic rulers. He praises show business for color blind equality and notes hotel policies toward dogs on trips.
Betty Klett, daughter of Mr and Mrs Omer Klett, phoned Sunday from the University of Denver to announce she had won a $500 scholarship. The piece lists community visits and family gatherings across Valley including the Bonds, Feltzs, Mangolds, and various Keota and Crawfordsville stops.
Haskins pupils enjoyed a forced vacation last week due to their teacher's illness but resumed classes Monday except for Black children who moved to near OX Mrs. Godlove ford. The Ladies Aid met May 5 with 19 members and one guest, featuring games, a silent plant auction, and refreshments. Harold Godlove and family visited from Sioux City for a silver anniversary in Iowa City and a Mothers Day dinner at McCreedy-Farrington home. A long distance call from son Dewey delighted Mrs. Godlove.
A hobo breakfast was held at the Methodist church Tuesday morning in Salem Oregon. Community news notes include visits and social events from Columbus Junction and nearby towns with mentions of clubs and church activities.
Paul V. Galvin, president of Motorola, predicts all farm homes in the Mississippi valley will receive television within five to seven years. He spoke at a luncheon before touring Motorola's new plants in Quincy.
Advice notes that dairy cows gain health and comfort from outdoor exercise in a dry clean barnyard when weather allows. It emphasizes avoiding cold or stormy conditions for best results.
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