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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1951
Page
1
Final plans for the Memorial Day observances were shaped at a city hall meeting with Jay Brown named marshal. The program includes a 9 50 a m concert in central park, a 1 pm parade, cemetery services, firing squads, taps, and special transportation for veterans and Gold Star Mothers.
A verse invites readers to identify a prominent Washington man described in a rhyme. It asks to use the official entry blank in the Journal for a prize on Friday May 25 Ridiculous Day in Washington. It hints at a pleasant, year round worker with a first name and an unrelated kin.
Walter Doak Don Sheetz Nathaniel Young Louis Janecek and Don Simmering gathered a bushel and a half of mushrooms last night and this morning. They hunted in river bottoms, refused to reveal the location, and endured a wet sack incident as Nate Young carried his load.
The government announced a one third cut in steel for civilian use from July to September. The reduction applies to autos and consumer durables like refrigerators, washing machines, and stoves, yielding 10 to 15 percent less steel than current production. Edwin T. Gibson and Charles Wampler outlined the plan at a news conference.
The Washinon YMCA schedules a hike for boys Saturday at 11 15 if weather allows. All interested should meet at the Y at that time.
Judge Frank Bechly signed a decree granting a divorce to the plaintiff in the Edward Mick versus Genevieve Mick dispute. The decree bears Judge Bechly's signature dated May 15.
Lyle Bowers, rural school teacher in Marion township, was elected president of the Washington County Educational Council at a Monday night meeting. George Vuitich of Washington was named vice president and Edward Hutchcroft of Kalona became secretary-treasurer, with Ben Bruns retiring president in charge of the session.
Ainsworth resident Mrs. W. R. Crawford 83 died at home at 10:15 this morning after a period of illness. Funeral services set for May 19 at the United Presbyterian church with Rev. Wortman and Rev. Megehelsen. burial in Ainsworth cemetery. Survivors include daughter Mrs. Harold Nichols of Ainsworth and son N. C. Crawford of Davenport. three grandchildren and one sister.
Cpl. Paul Goodwin of C Battery 3rd AAA finds buried Chinese ammo near Seoul including 105mm and 81mm rounds, mortars, 75mm anti tank and small arms. The discovery led to two more dumps left by retreating Chinese, thwarting a planned spring re supply.
In Flushing, Soviet delegate Jacob A. Malik denounced the UN plan to ban arms shipments to China arguing sanctions must come from the Security Council. He condemned U.S. policy and warned the senate and house actions push a "shameful resolution" on the world during a debate opening in the General Assembly committee. Poland and other Soviet bloc delegations backed Malik's stance.
Waterloo jury selection for Edward Beckwith's second murder trial disrupted when Mrs. Jeanette Watson, wife of a Waterloo industrial designer, refuses to take the juror's oath citing two young children at home and lack of babysitters. The judge ordered a recess and reopening of the oath after two hours.
The Washington county board of supervisors announced progress on a new dairy barn at the county farm. Foundations are complete, wood framing will begin this week and the barn will measure 34 by 56 feet with an estimated cost of about 8500 dollars. Henry Mineart of Brighton holds the contract. The old barn burned last year. Mr and Mrs Merle Statler learned news from their son.
A morning collision on Highway 92 at West Chester corner damaged two vehicles. Levert Jack Davis Jr. of Des Moines skidded broadside into Mary E. Lytle of Omaha, Neb., causing Davis’s car to overturn into a ditch and be demolished. Both drivers escaped serious injury.
Mrs Iva Wittmer 60 of Havre died at her home after a stroke suffered May 6 Funeral services held at Eicher church Noble with Jones funeral home in charge Survivors include her husband four sons two brothers and several grandchildren Born December 19 1890 in Miller Ill she moved to Crawfordsville as a girl and later to Havre thirty years ago.
Iowa Crop and Livestock Reporting Service said 1,065,000 sows farrowed on large farms in April, the second largest April farrowing on record. It marks the third time in 22 years over one million head. Farrowings rose 12 percent from April 1950.
Defense department data show American casualties reaching 65,523, up 1,468 in a week. The tally includes 11,112 dead and 43,506 wounded with 621 currently missing and 1,169 previously missing but returned to duty. next of kin notification lags by one to three weeks.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at 3:30 PM at the Jones funeral home with Dr. C R Reed officiating. Pallbearers included Perry Jordan George Breitenbach Ted Michels Howard McCleery John Custer and Harold Kline. Burial followed in Elm Grove cemetery.
A marriage license was issued at the courthouse to Clement J. Griffith of West Chester and Vivian Lena Luers of Washington.
Pvt. Dale Statler has been sent to Ft. Sam Houston Texas to complete his training. His new address has not yet been received.
President Truman denounces Senator Tafts proposal to reduce the armed forces by half a million as an invitation to war with Russia. He warns penny-pinching threats will endanger soldiers and the nation while urging a broad consumer lobby to pressure Congress for price, wage, and rent controls.
Tokyo reports 96,000 Chinese and North Korean troops attack United Nations lines along a 120 mile front in Korea. Allies retreat in places while U S and South Korean forces rush to seal gaps as bombers strike enemy targets and UN defenses brace for a major Red onslaught.
In a global oil power struggle, Iran's expropriation of the Anglo Iranian Oil Co. sparks fears beyond Korea. The piece notes oil as a strategic prize, Britain’s delicate position, and the volatile Iranian populace amid Cold War tensions.
Jessie M. Parker state superintendent of public instruction will speak at the rural commencement exercises in Washington Methodist church Friday evening May 25 at 7 o clock. Lester B. Krabill county superintendent announced plans nearing completion. Junior and regular choirs are asked to meet at the church by 7 40 that evening.
Mr and Mrs Warren Dare won the east west section in the first session of the Thursday YMCA duplicate bridge tournament. Mrs R B DeLa and Mrs Dan Brindley led the north south scorers. Second session begins at 8 tonight with tickets at the door.
Des Moines Iowa area Weather forecast notes considerable cloudiness with mild humidity and possible local showers today tonight and Friday. Highs around 75 to 85 with a 70s to 80s Friday in showers. Lows near 60 to 65. Winds light shifting to southerly 15 to 20 mph Friday. Weekend outlook shows more showers in the east, fairer conditions in the west, cooler Sunday.
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