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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1948
Page
4
The May 15 1948 Iowa editorial reflects on faith with works, journalism legend Grant L Caswell’s legacy, Ames atomic research, and state politics. It notes Blue Beardsley GOP race, wary publicity tactics, and cautions about gadget farming aids while urging a strong planting season.
The note from Oskaloosa Herald mentions China adopting daylight saving time and hopes Chiang Kai shek can leverage it against the communists. The line reflects wartime timing and strategic considerations without graphic detail.
The Wash The ton state highway maintenance team led by Russell A. Frink stores over 48 000 feet of wood snow fence and installs it each fall to keep snow off primary roads. The fence lasts years and is placed on the north and west sides, with 190 to 125 feet setback, moved each spring and fall.
A guest column notes poems from the collection of Mrs. W. D. Booth. The piece highlights literary contributions and preserves local cultural heritage through poetry.
Readings ponder fate and purpose as princes, kings, clowns, and common folk are said to be builders for eternity. Each receives tools and a rule book and must shape life as a stepping stone or stumbling block.
Poem praises boys as the future builders who bring laughter energy and guidance. It reflects on fatherhood and the steady role of boys in shaping a enduring world through generations.
The article notes winter and spring damage to county gravel roads and scarce funds for maintenance. It mentions a state survey on highway improvements costing much, with plans to widen pavements and rights of way where surfacing dates back. A recent highway six wreck near Wilton left a truck driver burned to death. damages fall on the truck owner or insurer, and those liable for bridge or guard rail damage on primary roads are responsible.
The narrator notes hard work to grow and build, comparing toil to shaping a city wall. Patricia Payne is quoted about life as a crafted creation and inner control. The verse mentions wounds from loved ones and a musing on life as a journey toward the west.
Poem reflects on changes over fifty years in clothing, transportation, work, and technology. It contrasts wool dresses and cowhide shoes with modern fabrics, sleds and wagons to buggies, and long horse rides to mills with faster patterns. Mentions Wilson patent store bought by father and questions causes of rapid change.
A devotional verse extols fidelity in daily tasks to please God. The speaker prays for humble service, gratitude, and growth, hoping hidden acts prepare the soul for greater, sublime duties in life’s plan.
Dismissals today include Mrs. Donald Rich of Washington and Mrs. Robert Birney along with her daughter from 40414 West Third.
Mr and Mrs Dallas Kitzman of Keota welcome a daughter born at 4 45 a m Dismissed yesterday Mrs Charles Mover Route 4 confirms a local birth notice with parental names and residence.
At 9 20 a m today three residents are named in a morning notice including Mrs Mary Sherlock of 911 East Second Mrs Kelly Tom son and son of Kalona and Mrs John Richards of 102 North 7th.
Frank Ash 55 farmer six miles northwest of Brighton died in Fairfield hospital from jeep accident injuries. Judy Kay Rich infant daughter of Donald D and Velma Rich of Washington died hours after birth. graveside service held. Stella Nichols Bartle 74 Des Plaines Illinois former Washington resident died after lingering illness. John J. Titterington 92 Washington died after two week illness. Michael Lewis Carrigan 79 native of Louisa County and former Columbus Junction eighth grade teacher died in Los Angeles. body to be returned to Wapello for funeral.
Mrs Florence Nieewanpner aged 59 died at 10:30 p m Sunday at her rural route No 1 home after a three year illness. Born May 13 1888 in Rochester Minnesota she married Dana Nicewanner on November 14 1914 in Davenport.
Yesterday Mrs Alvin Rom mel of 948 South 4th reported a medical condition. Births today include Mr and Mrs Cleo Mitchell of 415 West Madison with a daughter born at 3 10 a m and Mr and Mrs Gerald Wade of Kalona with a son born at unknown time.
Ruth Erlenbush daughter of Mr and Mrs John Erlenbush wed Thomas Goodwin son of Mrs Mary Goodwin at the Christian church Sunday afternoon at 3 p m Rev Thomas Polk officiated the double ring ceremony with spring flowers and candelabra. Norma Payne and Lloyd Turnipseed engagements announced with wedding planned June 27 at the Methodist church by Washington couple Kermit and Mrs Payne.
Haskins May 14 eighth grade pupils prepare to leave for high school with Kenneth Powers Richard Bean Marilyn Murphy and Lida Mae Prosser among those finishing their work. Mr and Mrs M D McCreedy visited Mrs Godlove en route to Washington. Mothers day guests included Kadline Iowa City Mrs Graham and son Calif at the David McCartney home. Ethel Booth joined them.
Davenport resident Davenport visits sister Vivian through Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs Joseph Shean of Davenport stay several days at D E Edwards home before returning Sunday. Bertha Watts of Newton visits sister Christine. Aunt Nellie Van Horn her daughter Mrs Homer Lowery and Jerry join Mothers Day dinner at Mrs Godlove's home near Washington. Bertha returns to Newton Sunday afternoon.
Dr Kirsten Toverud of Oslo toured the Health Unit and discussed Norway’s healthcare strategy using nationally funded doctors and clinics. The health unit received a camera from the County Tuberculosis Society for educational programs as twenty five five year olds and forty kindergartners participated in pre school clinics at Kalona and Lincoln School with volunteers and dentists assisting.
Gracehill May 12 Mrs Lloyd Hayes injured a leg artery when a glass top broke while dusting a coffee table. She was hospitalized for treatment then stayed with her son Donald Hayes. The town notes visitors and family gatherings through the weekend including Klopfenstein Hough Waterhouse and Engel households and local exams assistance by Mrs Eugene Engel.
The article notes that allowing fudge to rest in a tight lid container for about 24 hours softens it and enhances velvety flavor. This aging helps the candy reach better texture and taste.
Classified rental notices appear in The Evening Journal of Washington Iowa. The paper lists subscription details, carrier and mail rates, and various newspaper staff roles including editors and managers.
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