Fair Association weighs track plan for county fairgrounds
Washington County Fair Association discusses buying land and raising 24000 for a race track and grandstand at the fairgrounds. George Horn outlines required land ownership, funding options, and public support needed before proceeding. New officers named, Milo Orris steps down as secretary after 17 years.
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The
Fair Association
Washington County Fair
Maurice Crawford
Alvin Jones
Milo Orris
Association
Wayne Marston
Orris
Leo Beau
George Horn
Fair Board
Washington County
Horn
Two Cassels brothers dead in Iowa car truck crash
Two young brothers from Clear Lake were killed in a grinding collision seven miles north of Mason City on U S 65. Ronald Cassels 22 and Allen R Cassels 20 identified by Worth County sheriff Ivan W Davey.
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Mason City
Iowa
UPI
Clear Lake
U.S. 65
Worth County
Ivan W. Davey
Ronald Cassels
Allen R. Cassels
Plane crash kills 83 in Indiana jet collision
An invisible small plane struck Allegheny DC9 during approach near Indianapolis Weir Cook Airport. The crash killed 83 aboard the jet and injured none at a nearby trailer camp. FAA probes say radar clutter hid the private plane. Carey, 34, was solo flying to pursue a private license.
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Ind
UPI
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Indiana
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Carey
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Federal Aviation Administration
Bradford
Boston
Baltimore
Cincinnati
St. Louis
FAA
Brookside
McCordsville
Army May Ship Phosgene Gas In New Containers
Iowa Governor Ray said federal official Whitman told him all phosgene rail shipment permits were rescinded but Washington cited a path to ship if gas is moved in container systems meeting transport rules. Army could proceed with 1294 cylinders if containers comply with valve covers and hydrostatic testing. governor expects no more shipments despite conflicting statements.
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UPI
Iowa
Robert D. Ray
Reginald Whitman
Washington
William F. Black
Army
Black
Department of Transportation
Ray
Governor’s
Whitman
Rocky Mountain Arsenal
Denver
Colorado
Israel raids expose Egypt defense gaps amid war nerves
Western defense sources say the Tuesday Israeli raid shows Cairo is not ready for war, highlighting Egypt’s canal-focused defenses and limited air intervention. They note Israel maintains tactical superiority in logistics and strategy, while Egypt relies on Soviet-supplied tanks and aircraft.
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Red Star
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Soviet Union
Czechoslovakia
Nixon to Meet Top Advisers at Camp David Peace Session
President Nixon will take his top advisers to Camp David for an extraordinary review of Vietnam War and peace strategy. White House sources say the session will include top military, diplomatic, and intelligence leaders to discuss how quickly U.S. troops can be withdrawn. General Creighton Abrams and Admiral John S. McCain are among those listed as attending.
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UPI
Nixon
Camp David
White House
Maryland
Vietnam
United States
Creighton W. Abrams
U.S
John S. McCain
Washington City Council Minutes And Estate Probate
Minutes of the Washington City Council meeting and probate of the will appointing an executor for Nellie M. Smylie. Public notice lists actions, dates, and applicable authorities for the estate and municipal proceeding.
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Washington City
Nellie M. Smylie
Simple two-card eclipse projector forgives sun view
A basic projector uses two white cards with a pinhole to project the sun’s image for observing the eclipse on September 11. Viewers should avoid direct Sun watching through smoked glass or sunglasses to prevent eye damage and must not look at the sun through the device’s pinhole.
Ray delays Western Iowa college plan pending study
Governor Robert D. Ray said the proposed fourth state college in western Iowa should not advance beyond a land purchase until a feasibility study is completed. An AG opinion allows using part of capital funds for land, but not the $700,000 for Atlantic site outright. Ray urged analyzing population shifts and total educational needs before construction or further land deals.
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Robert D. Ray
Ray
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Western
Iowa
Intercepted Memo From Washington County Fair Board
A concise note from the FAIR BOARD in Washington County reads Congratulations Yours WEJ, praising the success of our fair and reiterating appreciation for all who contributed to its smooth execution.
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