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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1946

Page

1

Byrnes Seeks Allied Pact On German Frontiers

Secretary of State James F. Byrnes said he will urge the six foreign ministers to agree on Germanys general frontiers during preliminary New York talks on the peace treaty. He proposed appointing special deputies for a draft and noted possible further travel to Europe if talks run long. Lt Gen Lucius Clay, the American occupation chief in Germany, will return to the U S aboard Navy 10 to discuss peace problems.

Washington James F. Byrnes Germany New York Byrnes Europe Lucius Clay

Brighton Youths In Juvenile Court Hearing

Two Brighton high school boys faced juvenile court before Judge P. Siegers for a series of break-ins and thefts from local business houses. One youth received a suspended sentence to Eldora state school and parole to Sheriff H. M. Putnam for good behavior. the other had his case continued with no action.

Brighton P. Siegers Eldora Sherif H. M. Putnam Ofhcers

Zoo produces first bred and hatched Althean python at Delaware Park

Buffalo headlines report the Delaware Park zoo has a healthy baby Althean python born from Mother Python. The egg, one of 42 laid, hatched in an incubator marking the first successful breeding and hatching at the zoo.

Buffalo. N. Y U.P Delaware Park Zoo

Thieves Steal Sugar From U S Embassy Commissary

Thieves broke into the United States embassy commissary in Rome and escaped with 1,980 pounds of American sugar valued at about 1,000,000 lire on the Rome black market.

Rome U.S United States

Three Divorces and an Annulment Granted by Judge Siegers

Judge P. J. Siegers granted three decrees of divorce and one annulment yesterday. Noe M. Kron and Hubert S. Kron are separated with a $25 monthly payment for a minor daughter Vivian until she is 18. Edward Wolfe and June Wolfe receive a property settlement and June may resume using her pre marriage name June Ward. Marilyn A. Adams and Charles S. Adams are divorced and Francis P. Hayes and Alice J. Hayes are annulled, restoring Alice to maiden name Alice J. Moore. The judge plans to return to Washington to finish the September term. November term opens Monday, November 15.

P. J. Siegers Noe M. Kron Hubert S. Kron Vivian Edward Wolfe June Wolfe June Ward Francis P. Hayes Alice J. Hayes Alice J. Moore Siergers Washington Navy

Farm Auction Near Richmond Sells 259 Acres

The Frank Lintz farm of 259 acres near Richmond sold at auction yesterday for 106.50 dollars per acre. Brown and Bruty acted as auctioneers, with the farm located two miles south of Richmond.

Frank Lintz Richmond Brown & Bruty

Grand Master of Masons Iowa to Visit Washington Lodge

On Wednesday evening November 6 Washington Lodge No. 25 hosts the Grand Master Fred H. Nolte of Stuart for his official Iowa visit. A 6:30 dinner at the Masonic temple precedes remarks by H. J. Thornton of Iowa City, a member of the state Masonic education committee. Local Masons welcome resident members from other lodges.

Washington Lodge A. Mi Masonic Temple Committee On H. J. Thornton Iowa City Dr. Thornton Iowa

Tucker Presides Over Washington Country Club Board

Claude W. Tucker was elected president of the Washington country club for the coming year at a board meeting last night. Robert K. Arthur became vice president and Vernon Witting was named secretary and treasurer. The director slate includes Darrell Ross, Theodore B. Brown, A. A. Brenner, W. J. Shannon, Max Marble, Sam Turkington and Nay Whitehead as a group. Members will contact patrons for subscriptions to the improvement fund, aiming to reach full support by next Tuesday evening. the fund stands at about $1,700 with a goal of $3,600.

Claude W. Tucker Washington Country Club Robert K. Arthur Vernon Witting Improvement Fund Mr. Tucker Arthur Darrell Ross Theodore B. Brown A. A. Brenner W. J. Shannon Max Marble Sam Turkington Nay Whitehead

Walton League Meets Monday in Armory

Chicquaqua chapter of the Izaak Walton league schedules a Monday evening gathering at the west town armory. The program includes target rifle shooting boxing matches dunk the dummy skeet shooting and casting plus musical entertainment by Boyd White. Hot dogs and coffee will be served and all conservation enthusiasts are welcome.

Chiccaqua Izaak Walton League Dasedai Boyd White

Brotherhood to Hear Pella Minister at November Meeting

The United Presbyterian Brotherhood will host Rev. R. J. Vanden Berg, business manager of Central College in Pella, at its November gathering next Monday evening November 4. A seven o'clock dinner will precede his address on church union prospects between the Presbyterian and Reformed Church of America.

R. J. Vanden Berg Central College Pella Low United Presbyterian Brotherhood Vanden Berg Presbyterian Church The Reformed Church of America

Spangler Attacks Democrats Over PAC and Policy

Harrison Spangler Republican national committee man from Cedar Rapids denounces the Democratic party as a strange mixture of southern prejudice job-holders corrupt machines and the political action committee He blasts the PAC as unamerican and communistic controlled claiming it operates in every district to back compliant congressmen He criticizes housing policy inflation and reconversion issues as blunders of the administration.

Des Moines Harrison Spangler Cedar Rapids Republican National Democratic Party Political Action Committee PAC The Denice Fati Party Spangler Housing Authority

Parole Granted for Fort Madison Inmate Fave Avers

Fave Avers, 42, serving 30 years for assault with intent to commit murder at Fort Madison state prison, was granted parole today. He was sentenced in Iowa County.

Des Moines Fave Avers Fort Madison State Prison Iowa County

Funeral for W. R. Dawson Friday in Washington

William Roy Dawson 84 died yesterday at his daughter's home after a six month illness. Funeral services set for Friday at 2 pm at Sherman’s funeral home with Rev. T. E. White of the Presbyterian church officiating. Burial in Hicrest cemetery. Survived by wife Helen Doig Dawson, two daughters, one son, four brothers, two sisters, four grandchildren and one great grandchild.

William Roy Dawson Richard Powers North Second Avenue Sherman T. E. White The Presbyterian Church Hicrest Cemetery Brigh See. Dawson Wayland William J Indiana ( Bennett) Dawson Washington Helen Doig Brighton Fay Cherwinker Haskins Raymond Arthur James Verne Rennie Mel Crandall Hazel Painter Mission Texas

New City Officers Salary Increases Take Effect

An ordinance published in the Journal raises monthly pay for city officers. The city clerk chief of police and street commissioner now earn 172.56 dollars monthly. First regular policeman first and second fire truck drivers 157.50 each. Third truck driver 107.50 plus 3.50 for part time police service. Water plant superintendent 255 monthly. Water works assistants 157.50 and 152.50. City hall matron half time 72.50. Street workers and hourly staff up to 7 4 cents per hour.

Two Rug Knots Prove Equal For Beauty and Strength

The article notes that Oriental rugs use two knot types, both so fine a magnifying glass is needed to distinguish them. Each knot type is praised for delivering beauty and durability.

Adaban on the Persian Gulf Extreme Heat Records

The report notes Adaban near the Persian Gulf experiences temperatures that often rise above 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It highlights the extreme heat conditions affecting daily life and regional climate patterns.

Adaban Persian Gulf

Washington Oil to Observe 25th Anniversary in New Building

Washington Oil company marks its 25th anniversary in Washington with a dedication of its East Washington street building. Bostwick and Tanner, founders since 1921, recount postwar delays, modern lighting declared forthcoming, and a pump stroke guessing contest with prizes at 4:30 PM.

Washington Oil Company Washington B. F. Bostwick R. J. Tanner Washington County East Washington Street Bostwick Tanner Goodrich

Funeral set for Mrs. Elizabeth Schulty Friday

Mrs. Elizabeth Amelia Schulty dies after illness at home. Funeral services planned Friday at 2 pm at L A Jones Funeral Home with Dr. Fred E. Miller and Rev. Walter Smith presiding. Burial in Elm Grove Cemetery. Survived by two sons William and Ralph Schulty, daughter Mrs. Donald Smith, seven grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Her husband died in 1918.

Elizabeth Amelia Schulty L. A. Jones Funeral Home Fred E. Miller Walter Smith Elm Grove Cem William Ralph Schulty Washington Donald Smith Wellman

Maine Aims to Cut Hunting Accidents This Season

In Augusta Maine on October 30 a UPI report notes state officials push safety steps to reduce hunting accidents this year as part of a broader development program.

Augusta The Maine Development Econois

Arbitration Is Urged to End Milwaukee Strike

Milwaukee officials and UAW CIO leader Joseph Dombeck urged Governor Goodland to order Allis-Chalmers to close its plant and submit strike issues to arbitration. They accused the company of refusing to bargain and warned of renewed violence as non striking workers prepared to break through pickets.

Allis Chalmers West Allis Wis Milwaukee Walter S. Goodland Allis-Chaners Co CTS Joseph Dombeck Uaw-Cio Sire Goodland Goodlaw

Fairfield Girl, 13 Killed by Truck in Iowa

Lois Hickenbottom, 13, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hickenbottom, was killed crossing the highway near Fairfield as her mother’s car waited. Harold Clark of Ottumwa drove the truck involved. Coroner Jack Raymond said an inquest would be held today. this marks the county’s second highway fatality in two days and third this year.

Fairfield Iowa Lois Hicckenbottom Joe Hickenbottom Near Here Fairsfield Harold Clark Ottumwa Jack Raymond Jefferson County

Deer Notice Corrects Misleading Belief

A short advisory states deer do not wear red and walk on four legs, clarifying they do not resemble a man in any way. The note emphasizes animal behavior and cautions against anthropomorphism.

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Hannegan Renounces Communist Support in Campaign Fever

Democratic and Republican rivals clash as the campaign enters its final five days. Hannegan denounces communist backing urging votes for Republicans. Taft attacks CIO links while Wallace warns of war risks in Russia. Truman to vote in Missouri. Wiley calls for a Republican Congress.

Mutual Robert E. Hannegan Hannegan Republican Party Philadelphia Robert A Taft CIO

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