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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1948

Page

4

Review of the Week's News: Masson Child in Honolulu for Treatment

Tom Masson the Iowa City doctor's grandson arrives in Honolulu for treatment of a rare fatal blood disease. A Japanese physician from the University of Iowa Medical School leads his care and reports notable improvement from prior hospital care in Iowa City.

Honolulu Tommy Masson William Masson Iowa City W. J. Masson Washington Tommy University of Iowa Medical School Iowa City Hospital

Young Adult Leaders Rally Across Four Iowa Districts

More than 100 leaders from Methodist youth groups in the Burlington Ottumwa Cedar Rapids and Davenport districts attended a four district rally at Washington Methodist church on Sunday. Funeral services for W H Swailes of Bloomfield a former Washington and Louisa county resident are set for Wednesday at 11 in Bloomfield with graveside services in Columbus City at 3 for those unable to attend. Baby boy born Saturday in Sigourney to Mr and Mrs William Harper with grandparents listed and relatives visiting. Mrs Harper formerly Betty Schlatter. Additional relatives from St Louis and Minneapolis are visiting their mother Mrs Bert.

Pierce Knox Washington Horace Heidt Iowa Mr. Knox California Burlington Ottumwa Cedar Rapids Davenport W. H. Swailes Bloomfield Louisa Counties Wagner Columbus City William Harper Sigourney J. D. Schlatter Max Schlatter Monmouth Harper Betty Schlatter Fred Blick St. Louis, Mo David Solomon Minneapolis, Minn Bert

Washington County Farm Bureau elects new officers at annual meeting

Joe H. Jones of Crawford township named president and Howard Anderson vice president. George Horn of Jackson township re elected secretary, C T Johnson Jr of Lime Creek treasurer, A K Stoutner of Seventy six voting delegate with W R Richards as alternate. Gayle Cupp of Cedar township named county 4 H chairman. A turnip weighed two and a half pounds and measured 16 1 4 inches from George W Johnson of Ia East Washington street. Iowa State College reports 51 Washington county students enrolled this year across freshman to graduate levels. John R. Wagner of Morrow Bay California visiting Emma Barnett. Harvey Patchin and daughter Sharon of Dallas Texas visiting Ira Hough. Patchin to Joliet Illinois for tower job. Martin Whittaker to attend American Legion National convention in Miami Florida by plane from Moline Illinois. Harold L Watson mentioned.

Joe H. Jones Crawford Township Washington County Farm Bureau Howard Anderson George Horn Jackson Township C. T. Johnson,Jr Lime Creek Township A. K. Stoutner Seventysix Township W. ©. Richards Washington Township Gayle Cupp Cedar Township George W. Johnson Washington Street Journal Office Mr. Johnson

Soldier in Japan to Guam assignment follows hospital care

P. F. C. Harold L. Watson, 1938th RS, is hospitalized in Japan for several weeks and will be sent to Guam after discharge. His San Francisco postal address is listed. Marie Blattner is Grinnell College sophomore and elected chairman of her cottage intramural sports. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lindenmeyer of West Chester plan an evening trip to Ann Arbor and then to Washington for an extended visit. Mrs. John Cunningham spent a day in Cedar Rapids. daughter Betty returns from Waterloo to join Mr. and Mrs. Beryle Conley for the national TTT convention in Davenport.

Winifred Ragan Evanston, Il Charles Ragan Japan Guam Harold L. Watson A. F San Francisco California Marie Blattner Grinnell College Fred Lindenmeyer West Chester Ann Arbor Mich Lindenmeyer Washington John Cunningham Cedar Rapids Betty Waterloo DeWitt Beryle W. Conley

Community club elects new board at annual turkey dinner

Friday Lee Holland T R Phillips and Gus Westermark won seats on the country club board replacing three term leaders T A Flenner T B Brown and W J Shannon. The event drew about ninety members and wives with other civic notes including a youth center fundraiser and university chorus membership.

Lee Holland T. R. Phillips Gus Westermark Country Club T. A. Flenner T .B. Brown W. J. Shannon

Washington marching band wins district contest for state bid

The Washington high school band earned a superior rating at the Mt. Pleasant district contest, advancing toward another state championship. Local families welcome visiting relatives and note moves and social events around town.

Washington High School Mt. Pleasant

Deaths of the Week Karlene Kay Kitzman Keota

Five month old Karlene Kay Kitzman of Keota died at Washington county hospital Monday at 5:30 am. Funeral services set for Thursday at St Mary's church Keota with Rev C S Kempker presiding. Local obituaries note Mrs Jennie Myrtle Long found dead Oct 13 in Brighton garage, death ruled self inflicted after coroner's inquest. Jess Rodruck, 79, longtime Columbus City resident, died Oct 13 after illness, earlier staying with daughter near Wapello.

Karlene Kay Dallas Kitzman Keota Washington County Hospital Brighton Jennie Myrtle Long Nellie Brown W. S. Kyle Washington County Columbus City Jess Rodruck Rodruck William Hawkins Wapello Karlene Kay Kitzman St. Mary’s Church Kempker

Angi Seummidt of Iowa City dies in Columbus Junction

Mrs Angie Seummidt formerly of Ringworth community dies at Restopia Nursing Home Columbus Junction after years of ill health. She passed away at 2 10 p m Wednesday afternoon October 13.

Angie Seummidt Iowa City Ringworth Restopia Columbus Junction

Death of Charles Doyle in Winfield

Charles Doyle father of Ver non Doyle and employee of the State and Fox theaters died at his home in Winfield.

Charles Doyle Vernon Doyle State and Fox Theaters Winfield

Ten births at Washington County Hospital highlighted

The Washington County Hospital reports ten births in the last two weeks including Leonard, Alice Ellen, Norman Elvin, Wanda Maxire, Virginia Anne, Myron, Lyle Victor and Sidney Hugh among others. City council approves new sewer block on East Harrison Street spanning 29 feet east from South Iowa Avenue. High school annual staff announced with editor in chief Margaret Stewart and business manager Charles Long. Attendees at Shrine meet list and local obituaries note Harry Bell’s death at 67.

Washington County Hospital Robert. Kody Leonard Charles Gault J. Birdell Walker Alice Ellen Joe Simmering Norman Elvin Richard Brock Wanda Maxire 8Ay Simmering Virginia Anne Harvey McCreedy Ainsworth Myron W. E. van Sickle Lyle Victor Chester Holcomb Sidney Hugh Harrison Street Iowa Ave Margaret Alice Stewart Charles Long John Westphal John Young Gladys Edwards Catherine McConaughy Leona Kos Orval Korf Gale Fisher Miss Kyle McCleery

Palm gifted to courthouse by Brighton couple for winter visit

Dr and Mrs M C Terry of Brighton donated a large palm to the county courthouse before leaving for California for the winter. Retail grocers were told unused sugar bought for canning may be returned on November 1 2 and 3. The Fox theatre, closed by the flu, is undergoing a thorough renovation by manager C A Pratt during the lull.

Court House M. C. Terry Brighton California Iowa C. A. Pratt the Fox Foreleck

Funeral services set for Thursday at Winfield Methodist Church

The notice states funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at two o'clock in the Winfield Methodist Church.

Winfield Methodist Church

Mrs. Cook Receives French Letter For Comfort Bag

Mrs. R. S. Cook, who sent comfort bags to those suffering under German oppression, received a French thank you note. Washington County drive for United War Work aims was cut to 61323 dollars from 69000. The community will revert to standard time at 2 AM Sunday after daylight saving. Glenn Eldridge owns a button from a German second lieutenant’s uniform captured by Corporal Wayne Simmermann.

T. H. McCleery Washington Country Organization United War Work Organizations Glenn Eldridge Wayne Simmermann Washington

Hot Town Buzz Sweeps Through The City Gatherings

A busy Thursday night saw the W A C blowout the Modern Woodmen banquet and the Musical Union meet at Mrs Norton s with many residents attending. Co D soldiers received a royal Brighton welcome as Walter s band led crowds downtown. Miss Cora Williams and Julius Conger announced their upcoming marriage. A Peace Jubilee and carnival in Burlington drew crowds with notable figures including President McKinley and generals in attendance.

Modern Woodmen Musical Union

Washington county health unit proves its value and permanence

The Washington county health unit has earned broad public support and is a stable, useful institution. Since its 1924 founding as a pioneer rural health service, it has grown smoothly with Dr. C. A. Boice playing a key role, earning lasting local recognition.

Washington County Washington United States C. A. Boice

Hayes Boys Win Races Boost Local Pride This Fall

On October 13 a one dollar round trip fare from Washington to Burlington for the day was offered. A L Smouse renovates Harvey and Warfel's rooms adding a new front and moving the stairway for L D Robinson's benefit to enable a south side telephone exchange on the upper floor. The Hayes boys’ horses are winning everything this fall, making them hot stuff.

Washington Burlington A. L. Smouse Harvey and Warfel L. D. Robinson Hayes

Hospital Births and Admits Highlight Local Families

At the Hospital MONDAY Admitted Yesterday Mrs. Jennie Hering R38 medical. Dismissed Today Mrs. Richard Gullion and son. Births Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Robert Garland 415 W Main daughter 11 44 a m Mr and Mrs Roger Peters Columbus Junction daughter 10 56 p m Mr and Mrs Harry Baumert Keota son 8 15 p m Sunday Mr. and Mrs Orville Unzicker 928 E 2nd daughter 1 10 p m Mr and Mrs George Mills R daughter 1 14 p m Mr and Mrs Everett Curtis Crawfordsville daughter 5 350 p m Today Mr and Mrs Lawrence Moore Ainsworth a son 12 26 Aut

Robert Garland W. Main Roger Peters Columbus Junction Harry Baumert Keota Orville Unzicker E. 2Nd George Mills Everett Curtis Crawfordsville Lawrence Moore Ainsworth

Elizabeth Hicks in Wellman Family Obituary Items

Yesterday notes Elizabeth Hicks in medical context with Mrs Daryl Hoyle of R 4. Today lists Elizabeth Hicks with Mrs Austin Whetstine and daughter of Wellman and Mrs Harvey Wiles and son of Wellman.

Elizabeth Hicks Daryl Hoyle Austin Whetstine Wellman Harvey Wiles

Washington Transfer changes hands in Davenport sale

Rolla Crawford announces sale of Washington Transfer to W. D. Federlein and Robert L. Reisacker both of Davenport. The new owners acquire and will operate the transfer business locally.

Washington Transfer Company Rolla Crawford

Local Birth Notices From Kalona and Columbus Junction

Yesterday and today many families reported new arrivals. Charles Nelson underwent surgery, and new babies were welcomed in Kalona and Columbus Junction, including sons born to Dale Booth at 12 38 a m and Verton Miller at 2 p m.

Local births and hospital updates from Ainsworth area

Yesterday and today reports list births and medical events. LeHi Blanchard underwent surgery in Crawfordsville while Robert Koehler in Ainsworth received medical care. Several newborns announced at various homes including Leemer and McFarland in Ainsworth and other families.

Levi Blanchard Crawfordsville Surgical Robert Koehler Ainsworth Medical

Hospital Admissions List Adds Several Residents

Admitted yesterday and today are Joseph Ott and Kevin for medical care with Mrs. Leslie Blick at 608 S Ave B. Mrs. Paul Shaver at 459 FE Jefferson. 60 gicat. Today includes Mrs. Lawrence Moore and son of Ainsworth. Mrs. Merit Koehler and son R383. Mrs. Fred Speed and son. Charles Joseph Nelson. Robert Koehler of Ainsworth. Grant Humston.

Joseph Ott Kevin Leslie Blick S. Ave. B Paul Shaver FE Jefferson Gicat Lawrence Moore Ainsworth Merit Koehler Fred Speed Charles Joseph Nelson Robert Koehler Grant Humston

Health unit leaders stress disease controls and prevention

Dr. Mildred Doster and sanitary engineer A. L. Bennett describe the unit’s role in contagious disease controls, vaccination, and early diagnosis. The group works with schools, town councils, and clubs to promote sanitation, health inspections, and water quality in rural schools and communities.

Mildred Doster A. L. Bennett Thelma Luther Dr. Doster Farm Bureau Women’s Club Doster

Sanitary Engineer Proposes Plan With Washington City Council

The sanitary engineer has coordinated with the Washington city council on a pro proposed sanitation plan. The aim is to improve public health infrastructure and address sewer and drainage concerns in the city.

Washington City Council

Public Health Efforts Improve Water Safety and Sanitation

The Washington county health unit reports improvements in drinking water safety as farmers test and correct issues with wells and improper well platforms. Efforts include sewer upgrades, polio vigilance, maternity care progress, and continued milk sanitation with clinics testing 1,870 women for early cancers and preschool vaccines in high uptake areas.

Washington County Courts Bennett Washington Dr. Doster

Health unit prompts serious note on county welfare

The unit director discusses health efforts while noting serious risks behind potential comic moments. She cites a mother’s misused term congenital versus congenial and recalls a nurse aiding a home birth, later returning for a baby with burns. She warns about unsafe well siting near a former privy and urges fuller public appreciation of the unit’s work.

Fatal Farm Accidents Rise Across States

An alarming pattern shows farm related fatalities averaging over one death per day nationwide. The data highlights ongoing safety risks in agriculture, underscoring calls for enhanced protocols and training to protect workers on farms across all states.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Robert Mattson Des Moines Corney Keola Pleasant Hill Christian Church R. R. Noonan Highway $2 Robert Day Day Iowa Press Merle Eckels Max Marble the Journal Mrs. Marble Montevideo Minn Oliver Adams Ardmoor, Pa Joan Boileau Howard Hayes Mr. Hayes Miss Boileau Nettie Miller Mrs Ray Box Mr. Box Harold Booth Connie of Afton C. B. Reed Alma Diepenbrook Freeport Ill John Kurtz Mr. Kurtz Vesper Bonnett Henry Sutherland Kate Elston Willard Elston Baby Lynn Davis City Mamie Bonnett Excelsior Springs Hugh Andrews Sam Ottawa Canada Robert Lloyd Peirce Joe Shalla E Main Street University Hospital Joe Knotek Harry Campbell Burbank Calif Wayne Zeck Minnie Ward Rozetta Shreve Raymond Glasgow Roy Rotzinger Devils Lake N. Dak Henry Miller Black Hills S. Dak Robert Logan Clarance Logan Sigma Phi Epsilon Monmouth College Robert Illinois Arnot Wylie Miami Fla National American Legion South Nellie Loder Wayland Ida Cavender Miss Loder Ida Greenfield Fairfield Shenandoah Ada Coppock Stanley Brock Tacoma Wash Joanna Ethel Monroe Guernsey Frank Snider S. N. Sorrell Decatur Bob Sorrell Diane Sorrell Hher Iowa State College Ames John R. Wagner Morrow Bay, Calif Emma Barnett Harvey Patchin Sharon Dallas Texas Ira Hough Patchin Joliet, Ill Martin Whittaker National Convention of American Legion Moline Ili Youth Center Fred Reid R. V. Reid Merrie Zaring State University of Iowa Memoral Union Harry Montgomery, Jr Chicago, Ill Mr. Montgomery Mrs Montgomery, Sr Iowa Future Teachers Association Washington Junior College Raymond D. Stephens Keith Duncan Norma Horak Carole Grecian Charles Ruebsam Darlene Charlene Stephen Los Angeles Ralph Zeck Gene Tucker U.L Claude Tucker Walter Schroeder Florence Corbin East Jackson Street Phalanx Fraternity Y.M.C.A Ralph Pratt James Sehmoeller Thomas Duncan Helen Jones State Theater Richard Birney Margaret Flenner Naomi Kyle Ll.c Homer Birney John F. Durst Earl Beck Greeley Colo Beck County Doug Eastwood Coe College F. W. Eastwood Carl Jungbluth Tom Carris Jim Lemley Ralph Gibson T. L. Brookhart Will Harwood Elliott Grayson Charles Thomas Cloyce Gault Harold Hays Hal Reister Ernest Lemmon Sean Hinshaw Lawrence Wilson Lyman Babcock Harry Bell W. S. Eldridge City of Washington Boards of Registers Morton Sessler Geo. F. Ross City Hall C. N. Stinson Charles Hebner Tom Chilcote C. . Deuel G. G. Sigler Iowa Gas & Electric Co Matt Springman O. F. Haight Henry Hull Hallie Berdo Boyd Fosters Mack Martin Arkansas City Arkansas Dave Patterson McCreedy Port Lewis Pat Allison R P. Lewis Co. D Walter Lucy Swisher Cora Williams Julius Conger Miss Williams George Williams McKinley General Miles General Wheeler President McKinley Bruce Cowden Jennie Hering Richard Gullion Charles Nelson Charles Bush Dean Cox Emery Hochstedler Kalona George Miles Dale Booth S. 2Nd Verton Miller Norman Bean Robert Hochstedler Xalona O .E. Schmitt Everette Curtis Kent Norman Leemer Walter McFarland Don Bealer Duane Griggs Prospect Place
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