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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1972

Page

8

Ward Heaton Dies at Home in Washington Oregon?

Ward V. Heaton 66 longtime owner of the State Cafe in Washington died suddenly at his home September 27 1972 after a brief illness. Funeral scheduled Saturday at 1 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home with burial at Pleasant Grove Cemetery Sigourney. Heaton born September 11 1906 near Sigourney served in WWII. survived by wife Mildred two sons David Dennis both of Mt Pleasant a daughter Jan of Chicago two grandchildren and a sister Mrs William Egan of Mediapolis.

Ward V. Heaton State Cafe Washington Jones Funeral Arthur Peters Pleasant Grove Sigourney Ward Virgil Heaton Harley and Della Hartley Heaton Des Moines Mildred Jean Miles United Presbyterian Church American Legion Lowa Restaurant Association Heaton David Dennis Mt. Pleasant Jan Chicago Mary Elizabeth David Heaton William Egan Mediapoli

Washington High FBLA Forms Speech Training Group

Members of the Washington High School FBLA chapter met with the Washington Toastmasters Club to launch public speech training sessions. Officers elected for the first period are John Marek president, Janet Dawson vice president, Penny Harvey secretary, Angela Secrest sergeant at arms. The sessions focus on thinking on one's feet and speaking up, with new officers to be elected periodically to gain presiding experience.

Future Business Leaders of America Washington High School Washington Toastmasters Club John Marek Janet Dawson Penny Harvey Angela Secrest

Livestock and Grain Markets Report from Des Moines and Joliet

UPI markets show moderately active hog trading with mixed cattle and sow prices in Des Moines Iowa while Joliet Illinois reports cattle sales inadequate to establish a clear market, with receipts and price ranges for various weight classes and continual fluctuation in bid offerings.

Des Moines UPI Chicago Iowa U.S Joliet, Ill UPL Bae Hay Boa

Powers Named Consultant to New York City Administrator Office

Ten years ago Darold Powers formerly of Washington was appointed as a consultant to the Administrator's Office of New York City. He will work in employee development management analysis and, on September 7, received a certificate of merit and cash award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for leading the department's management intern program.

Darold Powers Washington City of New York Powers U.S. Department of Agriculture

Waterfowl hunters urged to carry both Federal and State stamps

Fish and Game Officer Steve Messinger reminds sportsmen that waterfowl in town this fall require both the Federal Duck Stamp and the new Iowa State Duck Stamp. The federal stamp is needed for anyone 16 or older and available at post offices. the state stamp must be carried by all hunters and can be bought where licenses are sold. Each stamp must be validated by the licensee's signature.

Steve Messinger State Conservation Commission Iowa

Keota Man Claude F. Holmes Dies at 72

Claude F. Holmes of Keota, a retired auto dealer born May 15, 1895, died Wednesday evening at Washington County Hospital after a year of declining health. Funeral set for Sept. 30 at 2 p.m. United Presbyterian Church with burial in Keota Cemetery. He was a World War I veteran and longtime Mason and OES member. He is survived by his wife Bessie L. Bauer and his parents and siblings.

Keota Claude F. Holmes Washington County Hospital United Presbyterian Church David Reeves Des Moines Powell Mr. Holmes Benjamin F Mina M. Hagist Holmes Bessie L. Bauer West Chester Masonic Lodge OES

Republican Women Gather for Fall Conference in Mt. Pleasant

The first district fall conference of the Federation of Republican Women convened at Iris Court in Mt. Pleasant hosted by Henry County women. Mrs. Joe Jones presided with attendees from Washington including Mrs. Phil Weldin and Mrs. Nate Young. Speakers Dr. John Crane and Theodore Khan discussed plans for a caravan for Congressman Fred Schwengel and other candidates. Committees reported Mrs. Jack Miller praised counties hitting quota. Washington County was highlighted.

Federation of Republican Women Iris Court Mt. Pleasant Henry County Joe Jones Washington Phil Weldin Nate Young John Crane Theodore Khan Iowa Wesleyan College Fred Schwengel Doreeckhoff Johnson County Jack Miller Washington County Tse

Club Activities Reported for Applied Arts I Meeting

Mrs Lloyd Turnipseed Jr entertained Applied Arts I members at a salad supper Tuesday. Two Mormon missionaries spoke on their work. Mrs DeWayne Adams gave the inspiration. A fundraising project was discussed. October program plans include making tray favors for Meals on Wheels for Thanksgiving.

Lloyd Turnipseed Jr Applied Arts I DeWayne Adams

Mullikins to sing at Faith Baptist Church

Mrs Don Mullikin and three children will perform gospel songs at Faith Baptist Church Sunday October 1 1972 at the 9 and 10 am services Randy and Robbin placed among the top six finalists in the State Fair talent show this year Public is invited to hear the group sing

Don Janice) Mullikin Randy Robbin Richard Faith Baptist Church

Gypsy moths expand westward amid rising future risk

UPI reports that defoliation by gypsy moths in nine northeastern states totaled about 1.36 million acres this summer, down from 1971, while officials warn the insect now threatens oak forests in Appalachia and Ozark regions and has reached Iowa Tennessee and West Virginia for the first time.

Washington UPI Agriculture Department Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Iowa Tennessee West Virginia Ohio Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Appalachian Ozark Mountain South

Elk Protected by Tigard Police Patrols in Suburban Wanderings

In Tigard Oregon a bull elk roaming a Portland suburb is guarded by extra police patrols on a local road during dawn and dusk to deter a would be hunter. The patrols were assigned after the elk drew concern from residents and authorities.

Tigard Ore Portland Tigard Police Department

Highland Huskies Face L-M in Homecoming Battle

Highland hosts Southeast Iowa Conference foe L-M in a pivotal homecoming clash. Bowton says the game could be a turning point. L-M, ranked sixth, arrives 2-1 with a potent offense led by Meeker and Ball. Carl Brush returns as safety as Highland aims for controlled drives and a key victory.

Highland Louisa - Muscatine Terry Bowton Bowton Huskies Southeast Iowa L-M Morning Sun Carl Brush Brush Mark Colbert Jeff Schott Rick Rath Phil Luckey Lynn Corpman Randy Colton Doug White Jim Sleichter Shorty Colbert Mike Krantz Dennis Carr Russell Keeler Doug Kloppfer Mike Lord Ron Jennings Nick Sleichter Rick Soukup

Tuesday Flag Football Y League Roundup

Tuesday proved busy in the 3rd and 4th grade Y league as the Vikings defeated the Chiefs 6 to 0 with Rory Shalla scoring. The Bears beat the Packers 18 to 12 with Lael Stout Joe Evanovich and Richard Weatherman scoring. In the third game the Dolphins routed the Cowboys 6 to 0 with Tom Borchardt as top scorer. The 5th and 6th grade league did not play. standings for the 3rd and 4th grade league updated.

Vikings Chiefs Rory Shalla Bears Packers Lael Stout Joe Evanovich Richard Weatherman Dolphins Cowboys Tom Borchardt

Demolition Derby Set for Sunday at Local Fairgrounds

Jaycee sponsored crash at 2 p.m. Sunday draws cars and drivers to the fairgrounds. Kiwanis foodstand will be open. Admission is 1 dollar for adults, with preschool children admitted free.

Fairgrounds

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