Editorials Reflect on Liberty and World Power in 1949
In a contemplative editorial, the piece cites 1 John 6:3 on deeds over words and critiques reliance on government aid. It weighs Russia’s atomic bomb, warns against Soviet expansion, and contrasts the American eagle with the hen. It also references Don Reid on welfare, Brannan’s farm plans, and farmer-worker fairness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Connecticut
Brannan
Waterbury
Sriageport
New Britain
Congressman Whitten
Mississippi
Russia to Return Lend-Lease Ships by December
The United States and Soviet Union agreed to return three U S icebreakers and 27 frigates obtained under lend-lease during World War II. The ships will be handed over at Bremerhaven Germany and Yokosuka Japan by December 1 following signing at the State Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Washington
United States
Alexander Panyushkin
Willard Thorpe
State Department
U. S. Navy
Bremerhaven
Germany
Yokosuka
Japan
Brucellosis Impacts Dairy Herd Economics
Brucellosis reduces a herd owner’s net income by lowering milk production up to 20 to 23 percent in severely infected herds. It also cuts calf crops by as much as 40 percent, causes sterility in some animals, and raises mastitis incidence.
Used Car Prices Reach Peak in 1948 Market Surge
The average sales price of all used passenger cars sold in the country more than tripled over eight years ending in 1948, peaking at 1336 dollars as demand and prices climbed nationwide.
How to dispose of a box of powdered soap
The article explains saving the last particles of powdered soap by rinsing the box with hot water. The soapy residue can be added to dishwater or laundry water, and the box folded compactly for disposal.
Negotiators Work To Head Off Strike
Negotiators raced to avert a strike in steel and automobile industries as deadlines approached. Coal miners staged actions in Pennsylvania West Virginia and Ohio with pickets seized and sitdowns to press demands while unions clashed with authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Ohio
Clarion County
Cain Coal Co
al Bower
Gilmer County
New Philadelphia
Safety light patent aids warning on parked cars
A simple device uses a metal ring with Scotchlite cemented to it fitted around headlights and rear lights of autos. The National Patent council says oncoming drivers see a vivid reflection when their headlights strike it, potentially serving as the sole warning for stalled cars without power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National
Fetters Case Theme Continues in Final Arguments
The trial details focus on whether Fetters acted with insanity or intent when he killed Hugh Dougall. Prosecution argues desperation and willfulness, while defense questions credibility of incriminating letters and memory lapses. Jurors hear closing remarks and await the judge's instruction before retiring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kehoe
Fetters
Balewidge
Feters
Hugh Dougall
Baldrige
Sarah Dougall
Baldri
Richard Stewart
Shearer
Dougall
Wilbur R. Miller
Day and Brindley Set for City Golf Finals
Mrs Day reached the city women’s golf final by defeating Helen Breese 8% and 2. Mrs Brindley will face Day in the title match Sunday October 2 at Washington Country Club. Defending champion Mrs Shannon fell to Mrs Shenefelt.
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Robert Day
Helen Breese
Dan Brindley
Day
Washington Country Club
Bill Shannon
Tink’ Shenefelt
Miss Breese
Bill Hatcher
Bus Westermark
Iowa Editors Decry Censorship of News Use by State Tax Commission
Editors of 30 Iowa daily newspapers appeal to the state tax commission to revoke a ruling requiring employees to submit information in writing for approval before release. They say the rule amounts to news censorship of a major government branch, though they do not challenge the commissioner's motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DES Moines
Iowa
State Tax Commission Today
Commission
Warren Wells
Wells
Verdict urged as jurors weigh Fetters case evidence
The state argues for a guilty verdict citing testimony on Fetters' early life and medical history. Stewart examines defense witnesses piece by piece showing how prior evidence fails to establish rational understanding or impulse control.
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Kehoe
Sarah Dougall
Sarah
Grand Jury
Department of the Criminal Insane
Anamosa
Stewart
Lillian Minick Speaks on Art of Basketry
Lillian Minick spoke on The Art of Basketry at Handcraft III in Mrs. Paul Horak's home. She demonstrated baskets after the talk. The meeting drew 27 members with Miss Bill Lorenzen as a guest. Mrs Clarence Shaffer submitted her resignation while Mrs Ken Peters led the session. Refreshments were served by Mrs Howard Crozier, Elizabeth Irwin, and Hattie McConnell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Minick
Paul Horak
Ruth Foster Speaks to Applied Arts Group
Ruth Foster addressed the Applied Arts department meeting hosted by Mrs. Don Orr. Her talk titled Short Cuts in Sewing offered blouse making tips as she demonstrated a truncation of a blouse. Guests included Mrs. Lloyd Neal and Mrs. Adda Stone. Alice Mc Daniel presided. Refreshments were hosted by the hostess and Mrs. John Griffith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Foster
Applied Arts Department
Don Orr
Miss Foster
Lloyd Neal
Mt. Vernon
Adda Stone
Alice McDaniel
John Griffith
Thirty-One Initiated Into Homemaker Club
Thirty-one new members joined the Washington chapter of Future Homemakers of America after pledging to carry out the organization’s aims. The initiation at the high school Homemaking Living Room featured a white candle ceremony with the club emblem and a red rose bouquet. Officers named included Clydene Nicola president Betty Logan vice president Vivian Luers reporter Delores Krotz parliamentarian Janice Campbell historian Nadene Cahlupa song leader Mary Rita McLaughlin pianist. The group voted to sell Christmas cards to fund activities and projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Future Homemakers of America
FHA
Clydene Nicola
Betty Logan
Melva Schnicker
Vivian Luers
Delores Krotz
Janice Campbell
Nadene Cahlupa
Mary Rita McLaughlin
Blue wall color complements sunlit rooms best
The use of blue in walls enhances light filled spaces. It leverages sunlight to create a calm, airy atmosphere and pairs well with natural tones.
Too Late To Classify Found Girl Bicycle
A missing notice notes a found girl’s bicycle and urges a call to 206-M for identification and return. The fragment provides minimal context but indicates an urgent request from the finder.
Mrs Dale Novy Guest at S C Club Meeting
Riverside report Mrs Dale Novy attended the S and C club meeting held Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Ernest Bowman Guests included Mrs Ted Gerot Mrs Robert Nicola Mrs Lamont Dawn and Mrs Fred Kucera who won at hearts Refreshments were served and Mrs Edward Kucera is slated to host October 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Dale Novy
S and C Club
Ernest Bowman
Ted Gerot
Robert Nicola
Lamont Dawn
Fred Kucera
Hearts
Edward Kucera
Juniors Spend Night at Marilyn Cooks Residence
Marilyn Cook hosted a sleepover for several junior girls after a youth center evening. Guests included Barbara Hartley of Salem and Marsha Bailey Marilyn Falk Jane Whitehead Marthe Whittaker Janet Grecian Audrey Steele Joanna Krabill Pat Nicola and Marilyn Kelsey at the Dutch lunch and overnight gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marilyn Cook
Cook
Barbara Hartley
Salem
Marsha Bailey
Marilyn Falk
Jane Whitehead
Marthe Whittaker
Janet Grecian
Audrey Steele
Joanna Krabill
Pat Nicola
Marilyn Kelsey
Leon Shelman Heads Wellston Student Group
Leon Shelman elected president of Wellston school student council. George Hayes named vice president and Ann Shelman secretary treasurer. Teacher adviser is Mrs. Lawrence Miksch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellston
Leon Shelman
Wellston School
George Hayes
Ann Shelman
Lawrence Miksch
Mrs Hammer Hosts Luncheon for Visiting Daughter
Mrs E B Hammer entertained at a Monday luncheon for her daughter Mrs Haddon James of Silver City New Mexico who is visiting. Guests dined at one table with several quarter tables amid garden flowers. Bridge occupied six tables with Mrs George Morrison winning high and Mrs Frank Miller as low scorer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hammer
Haddon James
Silver City
New Mexico
George Morrison
Frank Miller
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Animal Kingdom
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