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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1949
Page
2
Dr and Mrs L R Tripp of Sioux City are expected in Washington Friday for a week long stay. They will visit here during their trip, meeting local residents and taking in sights while staying in the capital.
Mr and Mrs A E Sands of Ainsworth were in town as business visitors Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Henry Carris and two children of Irvington New York visited J C Carris and other relatives at the parental home north of town and plan to return next Tuesday.
The Yankees won 13 of 15 at home as they beat the Tigers 6 to 2. Lefty Tommy Byrne struck out 12 and drove in four with two doubles, helping New York extend a four game winning streak.
Tonight at Greenfield two softball games are on the docket. The National Guard Troop meets Freshwaters Feed in a league clash at 7:30, while IOOF faces Wellman in a non league game. A possible switch may move the Odd Fellows game ahead of the Troop and Freshwaters encounter.
Mrs. L. E. Blick, convalescing at home, received roses Tuesday from her brother Aud rey Gault of Whittaker California. Mrs. John Polton, whose birthday is today, was honored at a family gathering last Sunday in Washington with all four daughters and their husbands in attendance. Present were Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Lanz Lone Tree Mr. and Mrs. Albert Boyd Iowa City Mr. and Mrs. Joe McKay Rock Island Mr. and Mrs. Joe Enfield Wellman and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Rotzinger Washington. Two sons could not attend. It was the first time in years all daughters had gathered.
Des Moines reports that 65 of 17 450 processed bonus applications have been recommended for disqualification by the state veterans bonus board. Most disqualifications relate to residence or insufficient 1260 days served. About 150 000 applications received. 17 450 processed and ready for checks, but none issued until the supreme court rules legality and financing.
Democratic leaders announced they will study the administration farm proposals and may seek changes at their Midwest conference in June. The party plans farm sessions July 12 13 to explore the agricultural picture with Brannan plan scrutiny and possible criticisms. The gathering will feature Brannan and other cabinet members eight governors and lawmakers from Iowa Wisconsin Minnesota Michigan Kansas Missouri Nebraska North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Montana and Oklahoma.
Chairman Carl Vinson said the House Armed Services Committee will launch a thorough inquiry into Air Force procurement of B 36 bombers. He asked for a complete review of all phases of the B 36 program and noted Senate inquiries and related criticism.
Fairfield Illinois ex gangster Earl Shelton, 57, hospitalized in Evansville Indiana after three .45 caliber shots through a second story window. He says he thinks he knows the shooter. His nephew Carl Shelton vows to handle the matter in his own way. brothers Big Carl and Bernie Shelton were killed in similar fashion in past years.
Senator Robert A. Taft predicts Congress will pass a labor measure this session preserving Taft Hartley core provisions. He says both chambers will approve the minority bill backed by three Republican senators and opposed to the administration repeal effort.
Eicher School closed Wednesday for its annual picnic held at noon. Grace Fichelberger, a former teacher, plans her next move and no replacement teacher has been named. Irvin and Dallas Leightry made the honor list for perfect attendance. Mrs. Katie Kennel of Albany, Oregon, visited D. J. Alliman and attended her sister in law Mrs. John Alliman's funeral. Bible school and union services continue at nearby churches with local volunteers assisting.
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