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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1950

Page

5

We should at least sincerely try to raise common sense

Editorials discuss moral duty, safety drives, hitchhiker danger, and a critical view of postwar welfare state policies. It urges careful budgeting, responsible behavior, and civic projects like Elm Grove Cemetery landscaping while warning against hitchhiking and careless driving. It cites Dean Hunter incident and Iowa two week safety plan.

Garden Department Washington Elm Grove Cemetery Memorial Road Iowa Edna Lawrence Ottumwa

On Location Heat As Daniel Boone Shoots in Hollywood

In Hollywood a record 102 degrees marked the day's high as Monogram's Youngs Daniel Boone filmed at the Fox theatre site. David Bruce, star, joked about wearing a fur cap in midsummer heat while producer James S. Burkett kept to the film’s odd seasonal schedule.

Hollywood James S. Burkett Monogram Youngs Daniel Boone Fox Theatre David Bruce

Leather clothing cited as uncomfortable in interview

A quote notes discomfort with heavy leather trousers, leather jacket, and leather moccasins. The speaker comments the attire feels stiff and not practical for activity.

Hive which completed Win Rete Directed by Reginald LeBorg

The film Youn Daniel Boone was photographed in Cinecolor. Supporting players include Kristine Miller Damian O’Malynn Don Beddoe Mary Treen Richard Foote Nipo T Strongheart and Stephen Harrison.

Hive Reginald LeBorg Youn Daniel Boone Kristine Miller Damian O'Miynn Don Beddoe Mary Treen Richard Foote Nipo T. Strongheart Stephen <. Harrison

Monte Hale Debuts Unique Leather Tie at Fox Theatre

Western star Monte Hale appears in The Vanishing Westerner at the Fox Theatre wearing a rare hand carved leather tie with a golden leaf background. Only three such ties exist, with one in Hale’s possession and one worn by another celebrity of the era.

Monte Hale Fox Theatre Monte

Canary Aims High in Bremerton ULP Efforts

In Bremerton Washington the Canary party led by Mrs James G Hawkins fights for cheaper canaries by the dozen as a core slogan. The piece notes the playful campaign tone and local voter interest in price concerns.

Bremerton Wash Ulp James G. Hawkins Canary

Canary-Fancier Reports Eight Eggs Laid

A canary fancier notes that the bird laid eight eggs and seems ready to lay more, though the report contains some garbled words. The item focuses on the bird’s reproductive activity with a casual, domestic tone.

Union Leaders Helped Write The Railway Labor Act

Union leaders aided drafting of a major labor framework as government and industry debate a scheme seen as accelerating railroad policy. The discussion centers on authority, process, and potential impact on workers.

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