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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1950

Page

3

Washingtonians back one contribution for Community Chest

The Journal Inquiring Reporter surveys ten Washingtonians about the 1850 Community Chest idea. Respondents praise a single donation relieving multiple drives and supporting youth, court, YWCA, and other agencies, emphasizing convenience and broad benefit to the community.

Paul Shearer George L. McDaniel Freda Kelsey Keith Fitzwater Permelia Lay Edna McCarty YWCA Charles Hennon Harold Johnson

Clean Pastures Prevent Sharp Objects In Feed

Sharp hardware swallowed by cows causes acute traumatic gastritis cutting milk production up to 90 percent within a day and may kill the animal. Surgery to remove the object can save the animal if timely. Prevention is best, keep metal pieces out of feed and pastures.

Birthday anniversaries listed for several residents

Mrs. Iva Bales Carl Kallous of Ainsworth Mrs Ed Shalla Mrs Clarence Rathmel Mrs Clyde Dawson Carl Chalupa and Jack Cherry of West Chester are on the birthday anniversaries list today. Carl Edward Blattner and Lora Johnson are nine years old on this date. Little Dean Pohren is having three candles on his birthday cake today.

Iva Bales Carl Kallous Ainsworth Ed Shalla Clarence Rathmel Clyde Dawson Carl Chalupa Jack Cherry West Chester Carl Edward Blattner Lora Johnson Dean Pohren

Wallpaper as Wall Decor Through Ages

Early wallpaper served as the poor man's tapestry and later gained favor among the wealthy to replace silk and velvet hangings. The Chinese, as the first paper users, pioneered this material as wall decoration in ancient times.

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Regulation W Hurts Retail Auto Sales

Regulation W has slowed auto sales nationwide with one third down and 21 month terms. Dealers report 33 percent drops for new cars and up to 75 percent for used cars. Detroit and New York quotes show buyers shifting to cheaper models like Chevrolet Ford and Plymouth due to higher monthly payments.

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Doan’s Pills Promote Kidney Comfort for Adults

As people age stress and strain can slow kidney function leading to backache low energy headaches and dizziness. Night-time urination and frequent urges may follow cold damp conditions or dietary issues. Doan’s Pills, a mild diuretic used by millions for over 50 years, help flush waste from the kidneys and provide relief.

Dean Doan

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