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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1954

Page

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Riots erupt as Egypt arrests Brotherhood after assassination bid

Cairo mobs defied a state of emergency to sack and burn Moslem Brotherhood headquarters blamed for the Nasser assassination attempt. Police rescued trapped members as two buildings burned. 47 Brotherhood members were arrested, including Hassan El Hodiby.

Cairo Egypt Moslem Brotherhood Gamal Abdel Nasser Progovernment Liberation Rally Brotherhood Nasser Alexandria Hassan el Hodeiby Hodeiby Britain Suez Canal Zone Mahmoud Abdel Latif Latif

Big Five Shelves India Truce Plan Forarmament Talks

At the United Nations the five nuclear powers the United States Britain France Russia and Canada agreed to refer India’s armament truce proposal to a UN subcommittee along with earlier discussions. Indian delegate V K Krishna Menon urged study of a truce while disarmament talks continue. The five powers had earlier co sponsored a subscommittee path on arms reduction.

United Nations N.Y India Paul Martin General Assembly United States Russia Britain France Canada V.K. Krishna U.N. Disarmament Commission

Hope Fades for Survivors in Alps Plane Crash

In NICE France a massive search for a missing U S Army plane and 21 aboard shifted to near hopelessness as wreckage sightings proved to be WWII B17 remains. Seventy four hours after disappearance 24 planes and two helicopters joined the effort across snow covered peaks.

Nice France Italy England Germany Africa

Two Washington Men Burned In Auto Parts Fire

Jack Fuhr and Ralph Moothart of Washington suffered second degree burns Tuesday afternoon when gasoline fumes ignited in the Sitler Auto Parts shop on North Iowa avenue. Quick action by workers with extinguishers and Washington fire units kept injuries down. Fuhr was released, Moothart faces several more days in hospital.

Jack Fuhr Ralph Moothart Washington Sitter Auto Parts North Iowa Avenue Washington County Fuhr Moothart Sitler Sidlers Sitlers

Firestone plant walkout in Des Moines ends talks stalemate

About 1,500 workers at Firestone Tire & Rubber Co in Des Moines walked off at 6 a.m. after union Local 310 CIO United Rubber Workers endorsed strike action. Plant closed in an orderly fashion as negotiations since Oct 1 reached no agreement with contract expired Oct 19.

Des Moines Firestone Tire & Rubber Co CIO United Rubber Workers J.C. Blue Blue

Rites at Junction For J Don Darrow 76

JUNCTION Columbus J Don Darrow 76 lifelong resident died Tuesday night at University hospital Iowa City after weeks as patient Funeral services set for 2 p m Friday Stacy funeral home burial Indian Creek cemetery Rev George Pennington in charge Born Jan 1 1817 son of Dr William H Darrow and Emily Weaver Darrow Married Effie Klotz Dec 25 1900 Mrs Darrow died years ago A daughter and a son preceded him in death Several cousins survive

Columbus Junction J. Don Darrow University Hospital Iowa City Stacy Funeral Home Indian Creek George Pennington Darrow William H. Darrow Emily Weaver Darrow Effie Klotz

Barbara E. Miller 74 Kalona Death Notice

Barbara E Miller 74 died at 1130 p m Tuesday in the Gordon Miller residence Kalona after a long illness She was a lifelong Kalona resident born January 16 1880 daughter of David F Miller Survivors include two brothers Mose Elida Ohio Alva Kalona and a sister Mrs Dan J Fisher Kalona Funeral services 10 a m Friday East Union Mennonite Church body to remain at Gordon Miller home until services Peterseim Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

Kalona Barbara E. Miller Gordon Miller Miss Miller David F. Miller Mose Elida Ohio Alva Dan J. Fisher East Union Mennonite Peterseim Funeral Home

Iowa seeks federal aid for hospital building projects

The Iowa Public Health Department announced nearly $1 million in federal hospital building aid is unspoken for. The University of Iowa has requested $300,000 for a clinical laboratory building, with a hospital advisory council set to act on Thursday. Local communities must match federal funds two dollars for each one. Bond issues on Nov. 2 in Tipton, Missouri Valley, Mount Pleasant and Albia could determine whether these towns pursue the aid.

Des Moines Iowa Public Health Department Iowa University of Iowa Hospital Advisory Council Tipton Missouri Valley Mount Pleasant Albia

Turn About Waterbury CIO Leaders Clash With Clerical Workers

In Waterbury Connecticut state CIO leaders faced a counter demand as clerical workers organized by the CIO pressed for a pay raise during wage negotiations. A standoff emerged as both sides negotiated terms and consideration of raises.

Waterbury Conn CIO

Home Hazards Drive Nearly Half of Fatalities

Connecticut Safety Commission reports 9897 violent deaths nationwide last year with almost half occurring in homes. The data highlights domestic dangers and calls for improved home safety measures across the state and country.

Hartford Conn Connecticut Safety Commission

Hunsaker Observes 29th Anniversary in Washington Business

Al Hunsaker marks a 29 year Washington business anniversary since October 26 1925 when he bought Frank Clarke shoe repair equipment and moved from Marengo. His son Bud joined early. they adapted to new machinery and fewer repairs due to composition sales in the family shop all these years.

al Hunsaker Washington

McCabe Speaks At Washington Ys Men Club Meeting

James McCabe of Mr Pleasant spoke to the Washington Ys Men about patriotic duty amid communism and other threats. Members filled time with Rate Your Town quizzes and voted to support the annual Halloween party. Volunteers were invited to aid YMCA activities. Plans called for foreign students to stay with local Y’s Men families on November 13 weekend.

James McCabe Pleasant Washington Y's Men's Club McCabe YMCA Y's

Four Washington Men Leave for Military Induction

Four Washington men left the state for induction into the armed forces. Leo Charles Mangold Jr. and Richard LeDrew McKune, both volunteers from Marion and Washington, Iowa, along with Robert Dean Alt of Kalona, departed with John Clifford Lough from Lander, Wyoming, transferred for induction. They were to report to Camp Chaffee, Arkansas for basic training.

Washington Des Moines Camp Chaffee Arkansas Washington County Leo Charles Mangold Jr Eighth Street Marion Iowa Richard LeDrew McKune East Seventh Street Robert Dean Alt Kalona John Clifford Lough West Madison Street Lander Wyo

Missouri Transit Bus Service Suspended

S W Easter manager of the Washington depot and Western Union reports suspension of service between Iowa City and Mt Pleasant by Missouri Transit Co. The notice, signed by P W Fletcher president, invites objections to be filed with the Iowa State Commerce Commission in Des Moines before November 10.

S. W. Easter Western Union Washington Iowa City Mt. Pleasant Missouri Transit Co P. W. Fletcher Missouri Bus Firm Iowa State Commerce Commission Des Moines

Eisenhower Sees Hope for Peace Amid Soviet H-Bomb Tests

U S officials say Moscow conducted another series of nuclear detonations in recent months. The AEC noted a mid September start and ongoing intervals, suggesting progress in Russian efforts to match U S weapon capabilities. Reporters warned the latest tests may involve multi megaton H-bombs and thermonuclear fusion.

Washington Russia U.S. Atomic Energy Commission AEC U.S Ussr

Auto Injuries Fatal To Armstrong Driver

Edward Kennedy 29 of Armstrong died at Holy Family Hospital Estherville Iowa from injuries after a two car head on collision 12 miles east of the city Tuesday night. James Francis Rock about 30 was also involved in the crash and cited in reports.

Estherville Iowa Edward Kennedy Armstrong Holy Family Hospital James Francis Rock

Community Chest Nearing Goal As Ward Totals Update

Washington's Community Chest drive nears its goal of 24300 with 18552.80 collected by noon and 5474.20 still needed. First ward leads with 98 percent of its quota, followed by second ward at 82 percent, third with 70 percent, and fourth at 55 percent as canvassers push to finish.

Washington

Clear Lake Driver Critical After Collision

The driver of the other car, named Clear Lake, was listed in critical condition with chest injuries after the crash and was treated at the hospital.

Clear Lake

Politicians Clash Over Free TV Time in Campaign Push

Washington report on the clash between Republican National Chairman Leonard Hall and Democrat leaders over free radio and television time for campaign use. NBC offered an hour to Democrats. Hall demanded equivalent Republican time. Eisenhower planned flying visits to boost turnout as campaigns accelerate.

Leonard W. Hall Stephen A. Mitchell National Broadcasting Co NBC American Broadcasting Co Columbia Broadcasting System Mitchell Hall Network Republican National Committee Stevenson Eisenhower

Adenauer Arrives For Visit in the U S

President Eisenhower praises West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer as a top statesman. Adenauer arrives this afternoon for a two day visit to discuss preventing Soviet moves to disrupt Allied rearmament plans for West Germany.

Eisenhower Plans Flying Tour to Spur Vote in Four Cities

President Eisenhower announced a possible one day four city flying tour for Friday using a chartered plane to combat voter apathy ahead of the November elections. He will appear only at airports and decide soon on the itinerary.

Washington Eisenhower United States

Craft for Christmas Sessions Planned at Washington YWCA

Women in the Washington community are invited to two six week series of Craft for Christmas classes at the YWCA. The morning class meets Thursdays 9 to 11, starting this week, with enameling copper and jewelry making. The evening workshop runs Fridays 7 to 9, with a 10 cent tool and materials fee and help for ongoing projects. For details call 139.

Washington YWCA Neill Trotman

Eisenhower Says Not Time For Talks With Soviet Premier

President Eisenhower told a news conference that peace chances are better than two years ago due to Free World strength. He ruled out top level talks now with Georgi Malenkov, cited continued Russian intractability, and warned no shift in US Soviet atomic energy stance. He favored bipartisan foreign policy and noted improved peace prospects as free nations unite.

Washington Eisenhower Georgi Malenkov United States Vatican

Large Crowd Attends Chicaqua Izaak Walton Meeting

A large crowd packed the VFW hall for the Chicaqua Izaak Walton fish fry and meeting Tuesday evening. About 80 pounds of fish were served, fired by Warren Stewart. Carl Greiner Harold Jarvis and Paul Horak showed hunting and fishing home movies and Lake Odessa slides. Ben Bruns presided. a Lake Darling concession report showed assets of 5723.90. Dwight Bramon announced deer licenses available until December 1. One new member and 17 renewals joined. plans were disclosed for a November 23 dinner and ladies night.

Chicaqua Izaak Walton VFW Warren Stewart Carl Greiner Harold Jarvis Paul Horak Horak Lake Odessa Ben Bruns Lake Darling Harold Brock League Dwight Bramon Iowa Mr. Bruns

Frost Tonight Then Warmer Thursday Outlook

Frost lands tonight under clear skies with lows around 28 to 35 degrees. Thursday brings fair, somewhat warmer weather with highs near 54 to 60. Friday turns cloudy and cooler in the north, while the south remains mostly fair with little temperature change.

United Press Iowa

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Oppenheimer John von Neuman Iight Atomic Energy Commission Robert Oppenheimer Institute For Advanced Study Princeton N. J Neuman Institute Eugene M. Zuckert Zuckerts International Firestone Company Hunsaker Washington Y Missouri Transit Soviet Poland Hermann Field Cleveland Warsaw Field Josef Swiatlo West Hall, Mitchell At Adiai Adlai E. Stevenson GOP National Committee Richard M. Nixon Adenauer U. S Konrad Adenauer West Germany Washington Ywca
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