Paul Shearer Wins County Attorney Race in Washington County
Final unofficial counts show Paul V. Shearer defeats incumbent John C. Owen 3946 to 3929, possibly first Democrat elected as county attorney in Washington County. Sheriff race narrows as Charles Snyder leads T. Earl Jackson late. other offices favored Republicans. Soldier bonus passes 5486 to 1941.
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Truman Victory Signals New Era for Administration
The editorial lauds President Truman's reelection as proof of broad voter approval and a mandate to form his own administration free from Roosevelt inheritance. It notes improved conditions with a friendlier Congress and public, and expresses hope he can guide the country toward peace and prosperity in the coming months.
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Democrats Gain Control of Both U S Congress Houses
United Press reports Democrats secure control of both chambers with early returns showing 49 Senate seats needed for majority and large gains in the House. Senate tally suggests 54 Democrats to 42 Republicans, plus one American Labor party member. House at 262 Democrats, 172 Republicans.
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Beardsley State Officials Win Despite Truman Victory in Iowa
Iowa voters backed President Truman and Senator Gillette, but chose GOP incumbents for Congress and most state offices. Truman led by about 23,000 votes as Gillette posted a 140,900 margin over Wilson. Beardsley won governor. a Veterans bonus proposal passed 4 to 1. Republicans swept most state offices with Melvin Synhorst securing secretary of state.
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Record Corn Yield Near Wayland Sets 224 Bushels Per Acre
Emry Figsii of Wayland owns a five acre field where Funk Brothers Seed claims a world record yield of 224 bushels per acre from the new type G hybrid. The previous Washington agriculture department record was 194 bushels per acre. The crop used double rows 20 inches apart and benefited from ample moisture in a deliberate effort to set a new record.
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Horn Elevator Is Work Saver At Washington Farm
Farm electrification demonstration at George Horn’s Washington farm shows a new electrically driven corn elevator saving labor and time by replacing the tractor powered setup. Horn previously ran the inside elevator from a tractor, tying up the tractor for each load. This fall he installed a 3 horsepower electric motor in the crib and connected it to the elevator shaft via pulleys and belts.
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Dewey Concedes Truman Wins Closest Race in 32 Years
Governor Dewey conceded the presidential race as Truman surged ahead after returns, giving Truman a sweeping victory and Democrats control of Congress. Truman paused in Excelsior Springs as Dewey telegraphed congratulations, while party leaders proclaimed victory and noted Ohio’s decisive 24 electoral votes.
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Hora farm elevator safety demonstration in Washington county
A switch lets Hora control the elevator from bottom or top as a safety measure. The Hora farm near Washington Iowa hosts a cooperative demonstration by Washington County Extension Service Iowa State College Extension Service Iowa Utilities Association and Southern Utilities Company. The program aims to show broader benefits beyond the county per Leo Sturgeon.
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District FFA Meeting Highlights and Topics
Future Farmers James Redlinger Donald Meyer and Andrew Hayter plus F FLA advisor attended the Southeast Iowa Vocational Agriculture and FFA meeting in Sigourney. Topics covered include programs of work chapter supplies degree advancements district news bulletins and publication of the next district newsletter by Washington chapter.
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FFA Corn Show Held at School
Washington chapter members staged an annual FFA corn show at the high school over two days. Three student classes submitted corn across 13 hybrids, featuring 50 ten ear samples, 21 Best Single Ear entries, 12 longest ear entries and nine heaviest ear entrants. Instructors judged and awarded top placings to Rob Bowman and Bob Bowman with Pioneer brands among the winners and Richard Koenig also placing in multiple categories.
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Hora Place Demonstration Farm Serves Southeast Iowa
The Hora place operates as a demonstration farm in southeast Iowa, inviting local residents to learn modern agricultural practices and resource management. The site serves as a hands on example for farmers seeking practical methods.
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Former Senator Gillette Denies Unusual Victory Momentum
Cherokees celebrate Guy Gillette after a landslide Iowa Senate win by about 140000 votes. The veteran Democrat, famed for resisting Roosevelt purge in 1928 and returning to the Senate in 1958, secures a historic second full term amid GOP sweep.
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Racing results list names and car details from a local event
The report lists winners and participants such as Norman Havel Geesman and John Beliel with placements from first to fifth. It mentions cars from Funks Pioneer and Mc Callister among others, noting entries like the longest car by Norman Havel and heaviest by Bob Bowman weighing over 1% pounds.
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Washington Men Fined 16 Dollars on Monday Morning Charges
Merlin Lemmons and Charles Griffin of Washington were fined a total of 16 dollars Monday morning after being charged.
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Weather outlook with cloudiness and warmth shift
Partial cloudiness tonight with low around 45 to 48. Thursday will be mostly cloudy with dense mist forming by afternoon and night. East areas warm up on Thursday with highs near 62 to 68 degrees.
Election workers find appreciation amid busy polling day
In Washington four polling places workers discovered their day was not all work. They were surprised when J. B. Lemmon sent two boxes of candy to each polling place as a thank you.
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Altercation in Brighton Tavern Leads to Trials
An altercation in a Brighton tavern late Saturday evening ended with two men facing trial. The cases were heard by May or Elmore, both residents of Brighton.
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