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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1941

Page

5

Richland Tigers win second straight, defeat University High

Richland under coach Dec Andersen post a hard fought 18th straight unbeaten stretch. In a scoreless first half, Richland stops two drives, then in the second half K Steinbeck leads a powerful ground game to three touchdowns and the victory over Iowa City's University High.

Richland Dec” Andersen Richland Tigers Iowa City University High Husky Tigers Wis Alderman University Hig Blue Hawks K. Steinbeck

Bride Catherine Sherman slain by former suitor in Chicago

Mrs. Catherine Sherman, 26, wed nine hours earlier in Dubuque, was shot by Ronald Toft, 35, a former suitor, who then killed himself. Toft had attended the wedding party and wished them luck before firing through a window as she approached a buffet.

Lee Sherman Dubuque, In Catherine Sherman Chicago Ronald Toft Toft

Lancaster teen builds Eiffel Tower and ferris wheel from toothpicks

Richard Liephart, 19, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, spent 10 months in spare time using 35,000 toothpicks and glue to craft skillful models of the Eiffel Tower and a Ferris wheel.

Richard Liephart Lancaster Liephart

Richland Tigers Triumph Over Iowa City Blue Hawks

Richland on offense with a 60 yard kickoff return and multiple scoring drives led by K Steinbeck Mourer and Henry the Tigers. The Blue Hawks faced strong Richland line play, highlighted by Carrol Steinbeck’s blocking. Richland faces West Branch next at home, seeking a sixth straight home win.

McNuyrlen Richland Iowa City K. Steinbeck Mourer Henry Tigers C. Steinbeck Blue Hawks Andersen Alderman Capt. Stimmell Lehman Carrol Steinbeck Carrol Lake Robertson Lambert West Branch

Ancient Wisconsin Spruce Wood Unearthed in Clay Pit

A 25,000 year old spruce log was found in a New London clay pit. Scientists at the US Forest Products Laboratory in Madison identified the specimen and dated it to the last glacial period, noting the clay preserved it by excluding air.

New London Wis United States Forest Products Laboratory Madison

Finland shifts from Sweden to Russian rule and independence

Finland changed from a Swedish territory within the Kingdom of Sweden 1154 to 1809 when it became a Russian empire autonomous grand duchy. It declared independence in December 1917, formed a provisional government, and became a republic in 1919.

Finland Kingdom of Sweden Russian Empire

Navy OK at 72 for South Haven man

At 72, Niels Anderson of South Haven Michigan has passed the required physical exam and has been placed on the availability list by the U S Navy. Anderson was recently called to the Great Lakes training station for the tests.

Niels Anderson South Haven Mich U. S. Navy Anderson Great Lakes

They Dont Pull Any Punches Family Visit and Help

Sunday evening at the John Krotz home. Neighbors helped Mrs. Salladay amid her husband’s poor health. Mrs. Green and Mrs. Ernest Salladay canned peaches while Ralph Walsh and William Boyd aided with chores and transport.

John Krotz Harry Merrifield Shirley Wellman John Martindale Burlington Frank Salladay Lenora Merrifield Milton Birka Lew Overman Mount Union Lewis Rath Hris Glen Green Washington

Missouri Minister Assists at Salem Church

Highland Center Missouri Sept 11 28 Rev J K Deckler of Ledwood assists Rev J R Heltibridle with special meetings at the Salem Church of God northeast of Haskins. Krotz Home guests Milford Cook and family. Davenport trip by Soukup family. Mrs Murphy recovering from mastoid operation. Merrifields visitors Charles Hill family Cedar Rapids. Joe Krotz and others noted.

Kula Mae Coon Highland Center J. KR. Deckler Ledwood J. R. Heltibridle Salem Church of God Haskins Bhyérywene Krotz Milford Cook Joel Krotz Melvin Soukup Davenport Merrifields Charles Hill Cedar Rapids Harry Merrifield Joe Krotz

The Wall and Garden Privacy

A garden needs a boundary to feel complete. A living hedge or evergreen screen can substitute for a wall, providing privacy and a backdrop for flowers. For small gardens a low wall suffices to prevent shading while preserving seclusion.

Rhine River Scenic Stretch Draws Millions

The Rhine remains 850 miles long but its famed scenery centers on a 40 mile segment from Koblenz to Bingen, drawing millions of travelers each year along this celebrated breeze.

Koblentz Bingen

Stringtown Social News and Weekend Visits

Mrs Edna Widmer and Delmer returned Henry Yoder to his home after hospital treatment. Various guests visited Stringtown residents including Ar thur Davison Anna Conrad Juby Slagel Mrs Sarah Leichty and Noah Widmer. Readers are reminded to read the Want Ad.

J. J. Rich Stringtown Edna Widmer Delmer Des Moines Henry Yoder Veteran's Hospital Kenneth Davison Arthur Davisons Anna Conrad Juby Slagel Michigan Sarah Leichty Noah Widmer Arthur Davison Imer Mrevenburger U. S

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