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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1944
Page
4
Before the Japanese attack China was the top antimony producer, but by 1939 Latin America supplied more than half the world’s output. Bolivia and Mexico led the region with Peru and Argentina following.
A wider pilgrimage to Mecca seeks up to 250 million Muslims during the season. Delegations travel by sea from India and Africa while Asia Minor, Egypt, and the Maghreb use rail, road, or caravans. Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco may sail with official ships once more after 1939.
Texas A and M extension expert Robert R. Lancaster explains clover inoculated with bacteria fixes nitrogen from the air, rejuvenating worn soil. Experiments show grass and clover yield higher forage and protein, while reducing weeds. clover requires favorable soil and moisture conditions.
On September 1, 1927 the first regularly scheduled air express service started in the United States. From 26 cities, the system grew from 17,000 shipments in 1928 to over 1,405,000 last year, with coast to coast trips taking 36 hours and 16 refueling stops. The latest rate cuts, in effect July 15, reflect growing air express volume benefiting shippers.
Agronomists say applying 20 to 35 pounds of borax per acre with regular fertilizer is key to thriving alfalfa. The borax cures alfalfa yellows, keeps plants vigorous, and raises yields while preserving stand. Uniform distribution is crucial to avoid field streaks, and a single application can last for years. Do not exceed 35 pounds per acre to prevent toxic crop damage.
Store vegetables away from heat sources like furnaces but avoid freezing temperatures. Keep the storage between 32 and 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Ensure at least one ventilated window, darken it to keep light out, and use natural earth floors to retain moisture better than concrete or brick.
One pound of aluminum occupies about the volume of three pounds of steel and one pound of magnesium about four percent more volume.
In a woodland encounter Chatterer boasts of escaping Farmer Brown's Boy while Tommy Tit the Chickadee challenges his story. The tale centers on honesty and trust, as Chatterer hesitates before recounting the escape and Tommy hints at a partnership with Farmer Brown's Boy.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a clerk tells a customer to keep the swearing parrot around to improve its use of colorful language. The witty banter highlights a lighthearted purchase dispute.
In a light exchange a son asks to sign his report card with eyes closed and a father humorously consents. The moment reflects playful family dynamics and a casual, affectionate tone.
The U S Department of Agriculture cautions that so called canning powders offer no real preservation and may introduce dangerous substances like formaldehyde, salicylic acid, boric acid, and bisulfites into foods. Heat processing remains essential and safe canning methods should be followed.
Volunteers from Columbus Junction traveled ten miles to Gladwin on Wednesday morning to aid in protecting the levy along the Iowa river as floods rise. The Fire Sirens provided lunch for the workers. Local residents report rising Iowa and Cedar rivers while the visit included family and church figures and plans for a Memorial Day service in Columbus City cemetery.
Merle Krahl from the naval base at Long Island visits his mother Mrs Bertha Snyder. Mrs Clarence Buckman visits her husband at Camp Chaffee Arkansas. Pvt Rex Abbott on furlough from Las Vegas visits Isaac Abbott. Rodney Reeves of Columbus City leaves for Des Moines to enter army service as Youth Fellowship hosts a party in his honor. Rev and Mrs Galloway attend Monmouth College commencement. Mr and Mrs Lester Johnson welcome daughter Joyvee Anne born May 16. Johnson heads to army service. Pvt Fred Finley on furlough from Camp Bowie hosts a family dinner. Pvt M W Frye from Camp Roberts spends furlough with family. to be stationed at a camp in Alabama. Mrs Robert F Reaney returns from Fort Custer visit with her husband.
Political notice from Arthur Wiley seeking the office of County Supervisor for the term starting January 1, 1945. The primary election is set for June 5, 1944, per the voter will and party guidelines.
Government allocates nylon for escape parachutes cargo chutes airplane tire cord glider tow ropes sewing thread wire insulation mountain troop tents ropes and surgical sutures ensuring essential military and civilian supply lines.
Since coupon rationing began, coupons worth over 126 million gallons of gasoline have been stolen from ration boards. Counterfeiting also drives significant losses as the scheme expands.
It is estimated that small amounts of food wasted in American homes for one year weigh about 14 million tons.
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