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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1952
Page
6
The piece urges citizens to accept responsibility in government beyond party lines and to exercise citizenship at the polls. It links American freedoms to Christian principles and spiritual values, noting the unknown soldier’s plea for divine guidance.
A speaker urges honoring Memorial Day by counting privileges and blessings, recalling forebears' costs. He recalls Gettysburg visits, graves of war dead, and the duty to preserve constitutional rights for future generations with resolve to keep faith.
A speaker urges citizens to reject prejudice and fake promises and to honor American sacrifices. He warns against political fakirs and vanity offers that curtail independence and endanger liberty, calling for steadfast faith in the nation’s heritage for future generations.
Washington Evening Journal lists editors Shannon Elder and Cowden with management roles. It notes publication schedule afternoons except Sunday Christmas and July 4th and entry as second class matter under the 1879 act. Includes associations with press groups and circulation audit data.
Prof Ross explained the council manager form as an alternative city government. Five councilmen would elect a trained city manager to handle administration, with duties set by state law and no current political parties among officials. Voters or council ordinance could adopt the change. audience questions followed.
George Stewart reports on leasing 20 acres at the airport and city council approval to let the Airport club maintain airport buildings. He says a two year horizon will yield a clear value assessment of the municipal airport. Cloid Wittis notes county council efforts on regional benefits and Highway One work from Washington to Bright On grading between Washington and Sandyhook set to finish next week paving hoped for July start. Charles Hotle outlines chamber goals and member contribution to strengthen the organization. Kenton Mangold announces a $2100 state fair support target if county ships in $900 through memberships plus a visit to the new 4 H FFA livestock building at the junior fair site.
Quote attributed to Calvin Coolidge about prioritizing personal rights over property rights, emphasizing fidelity to individual freedoms.
Water near riverbanks moves slower due to irregularities, forming currents that flow from the banks toward the faster water at the center. These bank-driven currents influence overall stream movement and circulation.
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