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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1943
Page
6
A sequence of World War II ration dates outlines stamp validity and expirations from April 24 through September 30. It notes meat processed foods and fuel stamps in effect, with changes to values, registrations, inspections, and expirations affecting distributors, retailers, and consumers.
Condensation on roof interiors causes decay and nail rust in dairy barns and poultry houses. Proper ventilation keeps spaces dry, preventing roof or ceiling condensation. Systems can be built from farm lumber and need not be expensive.
A broad overlook on Lookout Mountain offers visibility over eight states including Tennessee Alabama Kentucky North Carolina South Carolina Georgia Virginia and Tennessee with distant horizons framed by clear air and rolling ridges.
Ann Rivers leaves Bar Harbor to sell Broadfields in Connecticut. On a sleet struck road she helps the Freunds in a medical emergency and earns a Great Dane pup. Christopher Wain seeks a puppy, while Ann debates keeping a dog farm idea to save her inherited land. The crossroads of ambition and kindness set up a cross state pursuit.
Orthopedic doctors see many foot pains caused by infection from teeth or tonsils and by bearing weight. Dr Morton notes the commonest sole pain comes from a shorter inner toe bone and loose ligaments. treatment includes rest, supported feet, padding, proper shoes, and hot-cold soaks. An X-ray of both feet from top to sole is advised.
The U S Department of Agriculture announced a plan to train non farm high school students for wartime farm work with two aims: acquaint youth with rural life and teach specific farm skills. Classes in bon work start this spring nationwide to free farmers time for on the job training.
Physicians note the 1918 19 influenza epidemic showed high deaths from pneumonia and bronchopneumonia. Sulfa drugs reduced pneumonia deaths from about 10% to 3%, and recent figures from Louis I Dublin of Metropolitan Life show influenza and pneumonia mortality dropping 65% from 1900 to 1940. The last two years show an even sharper decline, with the rate falling over 14% annually among Metropolitan wage earners.
Agricultural notes describe surplus watermelons and muskmelons as waste or underused. Watermelon rind may become pickles, seeds may yield oil, and seed waste prompts drying trials. Estimates show 61 million watermelons marketed yearly with 2 million unharvested. Colorado leads in cantaloupe seed waste.
A reader asks about nasal polyps and their seriousness for a husband who refuses removal. The doctor says polyps are an obstruction that irritates passages and can trigger coughing, and that removal of this soft growth is very simple.
Pests attacking most vegetables can be destroyed by toxic substances without undue danger to humans if properly applied and produce is washed after harvest. On root crops the tops should not be sprayed within 15 to 30 days before harvest, and dried plants retain poison longer.
The principal function of the U S Marine Corps is to seize and hold objectives until permanent occupation is completed according to official military guidance.
The building of a large steam locomotive is projected to provide jobs equal to the work of 50 men for a full year, signaling a significant employment impact for the period of the project.
Corporal Kenneth McConnell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wright McConnell, has been transferred to Ft Bliss Texas and serves in the coast artillery. The report notes his new address and a change of assignment within Texas.
W V Durst of west of Washington called at C A Thompson home Friday morning. The community extends deep sympathy to Mr and Mrs Shannon and family in their sorrow. Mr and Mrs Al MecCreedy of Ainsworth and Mr and Mrs T M OConnor were dinner guests Motyer's day of Orie OConnors. Mrs Will Dea south of Ainsworth called briefly at George Canott home Sunday afternoon.
Children show higher rates of somnambulism than adults, with sleepwalking patterns noted across ages. Medical observations highlight prevalence in childhood and potential persistence into adolescence.
The text lists top district education leaders including Superintendent W. A. Erbe Assistant Superintendent Kenneth Freemes Principal of Junior High Ethel McCreedy and School Board members Richard A. Stewart C. P. Weldin Harry Ramseyer Freg B. Downing B. F. Bostwick Jr Mire Charietie Baldriga.
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