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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1946
Page
4
A quirky note on thawing frozen fruit suggests minimal thawing to separate pieces and hints at serving frozen fruit while still slightly otherworldly in texture. The guidance implies readiness of fruit when it remains nearly frigid and delicate.
The record lists councilmen at large W B Dupuis and T W Harwood, council members for each ward from first to fourth, and Mrs Grace H Stephen as city library head.
County officers include County Attorney John Owen County Auditor Stan Kiesey and others. Washington Independent School District Superintendent M M Sebel Principal Ethel McCreeny and school board members are named. Also listed are Washington Lodge No 26 Masons officials and regular meeting notice.
Used fat helps make nylons textiles bathroom fixtures linoleum paints wallpaper and many other personal and household items.
A home hint suggests painting the edges of cellar stair treads with white to improve sight lines. It recommends applying solid white to the bottom step for enhanced contrast and safety.
Schedule list shows multiple rail lines and bus routes serving Washington with east and westbound departures. Highlights include Golden State Limited No 3 and No 4, Southwest Express Nos 11 13 43 44, California daily, Davenport-Kansas City local No 3, No 8, No 25 26, and mixed trains No 28 No 32. Local agents include Lewis Goodlander and R B Haight. Tickets available at the Bus Depot. Winga's North Side Cafe offers trip-wide purchase.
Universal unveils Tangier with Maria Montez Robert Paige and Sabu at Fox Theatre. Sabu performs boogie woogie two numbers and then "Comin Round the Mountain" and "Polly Wolly Doodle" along with "Love Me Tonight." George Waggner directed and wrote the lyrics.
Paramount presents The Virginian in Technicolor with Joel McCrea, Brian Donlevy, and Sonny Tufts. McCrea stars as the lawman on a western quest to quell cattle rustlers, delivering edge of seat moments and a dramatic showdown with Donlevy.
Railroads carried nearly 43 million members of the armed forces in organized groups from December 1941 through August 1945, outlining the vast mobilization effort during World War II.
A kettle cannot exceed the boiling point of water. once reached, the temperature stops rising despite additional heat. This effect explains why boiling water stays at a constant temperature until vapor forms and escapes.
The list shows multiple departure and arrival times between Iowa City Cedar Rapids Washington Ft Madison Mt Pleasant and other destinations including Winfield Morning Sun Burlington Sigourney Oskaloosa Knoxville Indianola and Kansas City with depot location at 107 W. Sad. Ticket sold at local depot.
Observations from South Iowa Avenue recount weddings births and family sorrows. Readers note Janie Eicher's recent marriage and Rosemary Berd’s mother’s unexpected death. Eventful reports cover National DAR in Atlantic City, Clare Booth Luce controversy, and moves of local residents. Mention of Mrs. Jennie Hall’s delayed return and a late night flight over Pittsburgh.
Goldie Carbaugh of Chicago visited the E L Stewart home over the weekend with Helen Stewart and others to see Mrs. Scott. Catherine Stewart C Sp I re returned to Washington DC after a 15 day parental leave. Several out of town guests attended picnics and weekend visits with local families including Irvin Rickey and others from Moline Cedar Rapids and Ottumwa and a K of P meeting was held at 8 PM Monday at K C Hall.
Mrs. Dodd prepared chicken salad and white cake while Mrs. Bertha Miller made cinnamon rolls in a large room full of guests. The gathering had no formal program, but radio news provided conversation as comments recalled Mrs. Anderson’s absence.
A brief notice announces the commencem of Rose Joan Morris, the niece and namesake of Mrs Hon, marking a ceremonial or commemorative event connected to the family. Details are limited in the readable text.
The sebaceous glands form tiny baglike structures with ducts to hair follicles, numbering over two million on average. They are absent on palms and soles but plentiful on the scalp nose and trunk midlines, delivering sebum to keep skin flexible and watertight.
The report notes that many people with slight astigmatism experience an increase as they reach middle age due to irregular corneal shape.
The advice urges cleaning the tops of closets doors window frames moldings pictures and mirrors as part of a regular monthly routine with soap and water to prevent embarrassment from neglected areas and avoid heavy semi annual scrubbing.
Estimates show freighting interests backing the Pony express suffered a loss of one hundred thousand dollars on the venture.
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