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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1946
Page
6
Climax to a dull campaign as Des Moines observers note listless mood across camps. Few visitors, scant enthusiasm, and quiet scenes at events. Republican and Democrat aides report little drama or brisk activity amid a waning election cycle.
A compact public notice lists city officials including Assessor, City Health Officer, and park commissioners, plus councilmen and library staff. It also details miscellaneous train and bus schedules with stop notes for Golden State Limited lines, local and long distance routes, agent locations, and ticketing outlets at Winga's Cafe and the local depot.
The document lists county officers including County Attorney John Owen County Auditor Fred Bourgeois County Clerk R R Noonan County Engineer W P Rawn County Welfare Director Mrs Payne County Recorder County Treasurer W E F Howell County Sheriff Harold Putnam Supt of Schools Sean Lester B Traill County Coroner Dr W S Kyle County Supervisors Ned Morrow Clarence Fulton Arthur Wiley Washington Independent School District Superintendent W A Erbe Principal of Junior High Miss Ethel McCreedy School Board members President Marion George secretary Don Boyer Richard A Stewart Henry B Bailey B Bostwick Jr Garry Ramseyer Washington Lodge No 26 A M Regular meeting held the first Friday each month Merle R Green W M A W Yard secretary
In a Democratic downturn, the outlook centers on a Republican victory with estimates around 60 to 40. Optimists include Frank Miles, governor candidate, and Jake More, state Democratic chairman, who express honest confidence despite evidence of waning support. Miles’ wide Legion-backed base could sway crossover votes.
The piece notes downhearted temper among candidates who miss a presidential bid, reports steady state ticket confidence, and cites veteran relocations boosting registration. A New York newspaperman asks leaders to outline issues, with national OPA concerns drawing attention over state topics.
Richland reports visits from Delzett Green of Fairfield and Lisle Lui thy from Parson College students. Local businessman Stex Horning travels to Kansas City for work. Bee bus line debut aids one day trips. Chester Rice returns from St Louis with popcorn containers. Miami Florida visitors Zeph Wade and relatives. Orlando Hobson of Whittier visits. Nordyke and Harkens join Stephenson family gathering. Mrs J B Morrow celebrates 90th birthday. Janice Derby hosts a young party. Herbert Wayman visits from Princeton before departure on Oct 10.
In Iowa City judge Harold D. Evans postponed ruling on releasing more than 6 million dollars from the one cent gas tax fund. Hearings wrapped and attorneys have until Oct. 23 to file briefs in Johnson county district court.
Chickens of all breeds and both sexes are susceptible to range paralysis or the avian leukosis complex. The disease typically strikes young chicks between two and five months, causing partial or complete paralysis in one or both legs and often drooping of the wings. There is no cure.
Scientists report the average sleeper turns 20 to 45 times per night. Disturbances before sleep sharply increase motion. an example tells of a young man whose sleep motion rose to 200 turns after his best girl dated a rival, far above his usual 72.
Use a sturdy hanger to mold fur shoulders and keep coats away from crowded closets. Do not toss furs over chair backs or crowd them in warm spaces or they will dry out crust and mat.
After cooking, soak pans in clear water immediately to prevent dried food. Establish a routine of filling pots with water right away to make washing easier and faster.
The state petitioned to release funds impounded in two banks on Sept 30 after the Iowa supreme court upheld the gas tax law. L. V. Carlton and Stanley W. Plank objected to release with Carlton arguing taxation and apportionment are unequal. State treasurer John Grimes appeared at the final hearing.
Community sales every Friday at Whittaker sale barn and livestock sales each Wednesday at Midway Sales Company Columbus Junction Iowa. October 21 closing out farm sale starts 11:00 led by W L Richardson. October 21 semi annual Wellmanernsey cattle sale Wellman Sale Pavilion Wellman Iowa starts 12:00 Swartzendruber and Son managers. October 22 closing out farm sale 60 miles south of Washington starts 11:00 Edward J Lukavsky. October 24 W G Floerehinger and Son annual purebred Hampshire boar and open gilt sale Circle Inn near Lone Tree starts 7:30 p.m. October 29 sale of household goods 903 North Tlown starts 1:00 EB M Pierce.
Report notes that Wednesday’s opening sessions were believed to be affected by a misunderstanding regarding the subpoena. The incident prompted clarification from involved parties and a resumption of proceedings.
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