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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1973

Page

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WHS chorus to present Truth of Truths rock opera

Washington High School Choral Union under Robert Youngquist presents a new rock opera based on the New Testament at the annual Vocal Pop Concert on Thursday October 18 at 8 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. The production features 100 singers, soloists, narration, and arrangements by Ernie Freeman and Dick Hieronymous. Tickets at the door start 7 p.m. adults 1.25 students Te.

Jesus Washington High School Choral Union Robert Youngquist Naomi Fetter Harold Fickett Jr First Baptist Church van Nuys California Osmond Brothers Mike Curb

Iowa Judge orders jail term and work release for Warner

District Court Judge Ira F. Morrison sentenced Michael Bruce Carson Warner of Towa City to three months in Johnson County jail with work release. Warner pleaded guilty to larceny of a motor vehicle. Morrison cited lack of work release facilities in Washington County. He also fined Elmer J. Crafton $300 and suspended his license for 120 days after a guilty plea to operating a motor vehicle under the influence. A case against Ronald G. Morrow of Fairfield for carrying a concealed weapon was dismissed.

Ira F. Morrison Michael Bruce Carson Warner Towa City Johnson County Warner Morrison Washington County Elmer J. Crafton Bettendorf Crafton Ronald G. Morrow Fairfield

Volunteers to Meet in Fulton Hall Parlor

The Washington County Red Cross chapter invites volunteers to a meeting in Fulton Hall parlor at the United Presbyterian Home 1203 East Washington Tuesday October 23 at 1 30 p m Mrs Suzanne Murphrey Des Moines division director of volunteers will speak The group notes 41 volunteers are active at the county hospital Wellman Shenk Nursing Home and Iowa City VA Hospital expansion may follow for additional places

Washington County The American National Red Cross Fulton Hall United Presbyterian Home East Washington Suzanne Murphrey Des Moines Washington County Hospital Shenk Nursing Home Wellman Veterans Administration Hospital Iowa City

Immunization survey prompts district outreach to parents

In collaboration with the Washington County Public Health Nurse and state health officials the Washington Community School District released immunization coverage figures from a 119 student kindergarten sample. DPT 4 per cent OPV 76.7 per cent measles 76.7 per cent rubella 46.5 per cent mumps 33.6 per cent. Letters are going home at Lincoln and Stewart Elementary detailing vaccines available and nurses urge questions and up to date immunizations at the Public Health Clinic October 23 1 to 2 p.m. at Wesley House or via private physicians.

Washington County Public Health Nurse Washington County Medical Society State Health Department of Immunology Washington Community School District Lincoln and Stewart Elementary Highland Brighton Washington Wesley House

Israeli and Egyptian leaders clash as fighting widens

Prime Minister Golda Meir says Israeli troops operate west of the Suez canal behind Arab forces, while President Anwar Sadat threatens missile retaliation. Both leaders outline cease-fire terms amid continued ground and air battles on Sinai and across the canal. The Nobel Peace Prize link and Kissinger Nixon talks occur as forces mass on both fronts. In Ainsworth, November municipal race becomes write-in only with no nominations.

United Press International Golda Meir Suez Canal Anwar Sadat Isreal Middle East 3Adat Cairo Jerusalem Israel Syria Egypt Russia U.S Henry A. Kissinger le Duc Tho North Vietnam Kissinger Nixon White House Sinai Mrs. Meir

Frost Warning Tonight Amid Cool Sunshine This Afternoon

Weather forecast notes frosted ground tonight with lows 33 to 37 and highs in the mid 50s to lower 60s. Partly cloudy and cool Wednesday with highs 55 to 60 and northerly winds 10 to 20 mph this afternoon becoming light tonight.

Washington City Council Withholds Final Payment To Contractor

The Washington City Council refused final payment to John Glover of Boone for curb and gutter work and disputed resurfacing on Tyler Jackson Harrison and Adams Streets. The panel directed City Attorney John Owen to explain the holdback of 500 dollars, while noting potential legal action if claims persist.

Washington John Owen John Glover Boone Ralph Martin Glover Tyler Jackson Harrison Adams Martin Robert Nicola Richards Construction Co Owen Manatt - Carter Construction Co Avenue H

Agnew defends innocence in TV farewell address

Spiro T Agnew delivered a calm televised speech denying guilt in the federal case, blaming frightened witnesses and media leaks while acknowledging some 1967 cash payments not spent on politics. He admitted receiving payments but rejected allegations of personal enrichment and urged a reexamination of immunity practices. Open house planned at Highland junior high on October 22 for parents and residents.

Washington UPI Spiro T Agnew Maryland U.S. District Court Baltimore Agnew White House Highland Junior - Senior High

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WHS Chorus Lana Weeks Mike Weber Bob Kron Sandy Lewis Ron Mullikin Mike Schooley Jerry Gilmore Mike Woods Larry Burkum Ernie Freeman Dick Hieronymous Mary Magdalene John the Baptist Jesus Christ Christ John Sue Foster Ainsworth Evening Journal Council Rogram National Independent Insurance Agents Association Pat Burke Coordinated Estates Services Burke Planning and Zoning Commission Harold Durst Building and Zoning Inspector Board of ‘Adjustment Durst Helen Wilson Library Board Gary Sheetz Orchard Circle Johnnies Woods S. 9Th Ave Police Department Nolo Contendere Thad Congress
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