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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1949
Page
2
The elephant stands out as a unique animal with a long trunk used as a hand and a skull about 15 inches thick. Its front teeth are notably heavy, sometimes causing it to tire from carrying them.
Yesterday admitted Edith Miller Washington medical and Floyd Fisher Crawfordsville medical. Today Albert Pacha Brighton surgical. Dismissals include Ben Briley Washington Mrs Flay Hagist Keota Joan Schroeder Aindworth and Mrs R Dean Moore and daughter Washington.
USDA livestock summary shows hogs active with price gains across weights, top loads up to 20.50 for 230 to 260 pounds, sows higher, various weights quoted. Sheep with slaughter lambs up 50 cents, top 24.50 for Washingtons. Cattle market steady to higher with multiple loads of high to mid grade fed steers and yearlings. cows and bulls mixed with modest gains. Montana feeding steers noted at 21.00.
Mrs Mary Witting improves after illness as Frances Conrad visits Mrs Genevieve Blott in Burlington. Several relatives visit including Mr and Mrs Grant Humston of Washington and Mr and Mrs Bob Sodergren of Riverside. A baby boy Malcolm David born Sept 21 to Mr and Mrs Kenneth Miller. a daughter Cynthia born Sept 22 to Mr and Mrs Roger Richard. Des Moines and California visits noted among relatives wife Ira Jessup arrives from California to care for ill mother Mrs Wil Allen.
In 1947 insects damaged enough cotton to affect production across the United States, yielding an enormous impact on fibers and domestic use. The article notes extensive losses and wide consequences for supply.
Safety note urges keeping shields over revolving power take off shafts to prevent accidents. It warns many injuries occur when these machine areas are unprotected.
Omaha police report a 35 year old Iowa farm worker, Victor Sasek, shot his estranged wife Lorraine 28, wounding her critically after she refused reconciliation. He fled to Shenandoah Iowa aboard a train but was captured and returned to Omaha with a .388 caliber pistol. An Nebraska safety patrolman exchanged shots with him at the scene before the arrest.
Hubert Lohrer was elected district deputy grand chancellor at a Knights of Pythias lodge meeting. Representatives to attend the district meeting in Keota next month were named: C. B. Dusenberry, Leo Mangold, Frank Shepherd, Daryl Burham, C. E. Garrett, and Mr. Lehrer. Chancellor Commander Charles Murdock said a prelate will be elected next Monday.
Nic McCleery reports high interest among local children for the pet and novelty parade set for Thursday at 7 PM starting in front of the YMCA. Registrations will be taken at 6 PM tomorrow afternoon. prizes will go to winners and each participant receives a theater ticket.
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Stewart hosted a Tuesday evening opening night for a rare night blooming cereus plant that is eight years old. Two of six buds bloomed briefly as guests watched the silky white flowers with yellow centers and tassel-like stamens before the plant closes at dawn.
Notices announce a 0¢ by 10 a m deadline for a noon WACE cooperative dinner at Legion hall. Attendees should bring table service a dish to pass and sandwiches. Regular meeting at 2 pm features Nettie Billhymer of Ottumwa past president inspecting the corps.
Mr. Ralph Chorpening entertained Indian Creek club members last Wednesday. Guests included Mrs. Katie Shelangoski and Mrs. Don Radda. They voted $5 to the polio fund and planned a weiner roast for Oct. 5 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Archie Farrier. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Wayne Arnola and Mrs. Harry Anderson.
Members of the first year homemaking class hosted a tea Tuesday at 4 pm in the homemaking living room. Twenty attendees, each bringing a guest, enjoyed white cake tea sandwiches and fruit punch served by Carla Benell and Pat Dela. Committee chairs included Carla Benell table and service, Betty Kunik sandwiches, Helen Baker cakes, and Mary Lou Marston.
Use meat leftovers with macaroni in a smooth cream sauce or mushroom soup. Top with margarine bread crumbs and bake in a moderate oven about 30 minutes.
Y's Men met at the YMCA to discuss plans for attending the North Central regional conference in Davenport this weekend. President R. E. Arthur chaired, with Wendell Rider introducing a musical quiz after the business portion. John Yousling assisted with the program.
A simple method to peel tomatoes involves stroking the skin with the back of a knife to loosen it. The technique allows the skin to slip off easily without heavy effort.
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