Contingent of 19 to report Monday for aero squadron training
Thirteen Washington county youths and six from neighboring counties are ordered to report Monday afternoon to the exemption board at the county auditorium for training in the mechanical department of the army aero squadron. They will travel to Chicago and New York for a rigorous course at New York University with aim to become skilled aviation mechanics and possibly be sent to France or aviation fields in the U.S. after graduation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Aero Squadron
Army
Auditor's Office
Rock Island
Chicago
New York
Nickle Plate
Cleveland
Buffalo
Binghampton
Scranton
Technical School of
New York University
Bronx
Louisa
Johnson
Muscatine
Scott Counties
France
Appeal to First Ward Residents for Liberty Loan Fund
W. H. Butterfield appeals First Ward residents of Washington to donate to the Liberty Loan drive. He urges immediate action, asking neighbors to raise 25 000 dollars by noon Monday, and to devote their fortunes to support the nation and its soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Ward
City OF
Washington
America
Funeral for Oscar Rittenhouse at Methodist Church
The funeral for Oscar Rittenhouse will be held Monday at ten o'clock in the morning at the Methodist church, with Rev. J A Glendinning officiating. Interment will follow at Kim Grove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Rittenhouse
Methodist
J. A. Glendinning
Kim Grove
Ancient Egyptian reed pipes may reveal forgotten scales
Specimens over 8,000 years old have reached museums. A writer suggests primitive thinkers placed holes at equal distances on reed pipes, creating a natural system of scales by mechanical symmetry.
Spirit of Success and Enthusiasm in Physical Culture
A writer in Physical Culture extols enthusiasm as the most precious possession for a man. It may clash with direction or overflow, but this spirit drives the world and keeps its bearer bright, alert, and alive.
Copper Mines and Typhoid Immunity
Report notes workers in copper mines are said to be generally immune from typhoid. The claim suggests miners’ exposure may relate to biological factors or environmental conditions, though details and sources are not provided.
Zemo Promises Clear Skin With Simple At-Home Use
An advertisement from The E. W. Rose Co. Cleveland promotes Zemo as a remedy for eczema pimples blackheads blotches and ringworm. The antiseptic liquid is sold at drug stores in 3 cents or a large bottle for 1.00 and is described as clean penetrating and non greasy with easy application.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Rose Co
Cleveland, O
Second Ward Will Go Over the Top
Citizens of the Second Ward urged a strong showing for the Third Liberty Loan drive at Mauck's Hardware Store from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday April 8. F R Sage chairman called for patriotism through deeds and dollars and asked residents to register their votes against the Kaiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaiser
Mauck
F. R. Sage
Toys That Teach and Inspire Young Imagination
Children should receive toys that develop imagination rather than intricate mechanical dolls. Blocks offer versatile play from trains to pigeon houses and a simple hammer, nails, and wood can yield surprising creations from five year olds. Self made toys bring lasting pleasure beyond ready made ones.
Optimistic Thought: Hur ry and despatch differ greatly
The fragment reflects a dated phrasing on speed and efficiency, contrasting two ideas or actions labeled hur ry and despatch. Readable text is limited, offering a glimpse of hurried effort versus quick execution in a historical context.
March Red Cross workroom report details vast hospital supply output
The Red Cross monthly report for March shows extensive production of gauze dressings and muslin bandages by local workrooms and rural clubs. Totals include 10,857 gauze dressings and muslin bandages locally, with county branches and clubs contributing thousands of items and a grand total of 15,779 surgical dressings sent by the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Cedar Township
Kolah Club
Lexington Workers
Good Times Club
Haskins Auxiliary
Social Club
Third Ward Authority Seeks Liberty Bond Volunteers
A. J. Dawson, chairman of the third ward Liberty Bond committee, announces a volunteer subscription event next Monday. Assistants will be at Harper & Gardner from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to receive all subscriptions for the third Liberty Loan Bond issue.
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A. J. Dawson
Third Ward Liberty Bond Committee
Third Ward
Harper & Gardner
Where Diamonds Come From In South Africa Pipes Yield Diamonds
The article explains diamond formation in South Africa where diamonds lie in rock pipes that extend deep underground. Near the surface the iron-rich rock weathers to a yellowish hue, and the precious stones are extracted from the friable material.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Boys Should Keep Away From Tracks
A train yard tragedy claimed Albert Wynta's life near the Rock Island station. The report urges parents and older staff to keep boys away from tracks, suggesting safer paper distribution points and stricter warnings to prevent future accidents.
Prompt Payment of Claim in Rock Island Train Death
Albert Wynta sustained an injury from a Rock Island train on Thursday evening and died at 1:10 a.m. April 5 at Washington County Hospital. The Prudential Insurance Company was notified Friday noon by a local representative and a settlement check was delivered to the deceased’s mother that same evening by their Ottumwa Iowa superintendent.
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Albert Wynta
Rock Island
Washington County Hospital
Prudential Insurance Company
Ottumwa
Iowa
Ottumwa Talk On Agriculture Official Speech
County Agent Fedderson will reserve seats for Washington county men to hear Carl Vrooman assistant secretary of agriculture speak at 2 PM next Thursday in Ottumwa He hopes a large delegation from the community attends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Fedderson
Washington County
Carl Vrooman
Washington Readies for Major Bond Drive
The campaign to sell Liberty Bonds opens next week in Washington and county. Washington County seeks 710,000. Louisa 270,000. Jefferson 270,000. Henry 625,000. Local ward chairmen urge residents to volunteer loans Monday with canvassing planned Tuesday and Wednesday to reach the quota.
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Washington
Washington County
Louisa County
Jeferson
Henry
Dutch Efforts to Grow Coffee Fail in Europe
Attempts to cultivate coffee in Europe failed due to unsuitable climate. Amsterdam botanical gardens raised plants in hothouses and sent specimens to King Louis XIV, who had them nurtured in Paris. At Jardins des Plants the plants produced several crops.
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Europe
Amsterdam
Louis XIV
France
Jardine Des Plants
Paris
Cornell Glee Club Delights Washington Audience
The Cornell College glee club from Mt. Vernon Iowa performed at the Methodist church in Washington. Under director John L. Conrad the group delivered enthusiastic harmonies with notable tenor solos and a Pinafore segment with sailors and camouflaged figures. The program closed with patriotic songs and a wartime honor roll of thirty former members now in military service.
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Washington
Methodist Church
Cornell College
Mt. Vernon
Iowa
Cornell Glee Club
Cornell
John L. Conrad
Conrad
Little Buttercup
Pinafore
Ralf Grigsby
Alvin Hulse
Keola
Dixie
Mothers Jewels Plan Annual Box Opening at Church
The Mothers Jewels of the Methodist church announce their annual nitie box opening on Saturday afternoon April 6 at 2 30 in the church basement. Mothers and little ones are invited. The Child Study department of the Fortnightly club meets with Mrs Howard McCleery on Monday afternoon for officer elections and Red Cross work. Keating will give his dance Monday night at Phoenix ball with music by the Shuberts. The Household Economics Section 1 of the Fortnightly club meets Tuesday afternoon at 2 20 with Mrs Geo Stewart.
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Dist Church
Howard McCleery
Red Cross
Keating
Phoenix Ball
Shuberts
Called meeting of Cyrus chapter Royal Arch Masons
Royal Arch Masons announce a called meeting of Cyrus chapter on Monday at three oclock in the afternoon for Royal Arch degree work. The unusual hour is set because a candidate departs for the army next day. members are urged to attend to honor the enter ing comrades and support the war effort.
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Royal Arch Masons
Cyrus Chapter
Royal Arch
L. D. Langworthy
H. P
Local M E Church Ladies Host Wednesday Tea
Mrs John Hough Mrs Walton and Miss Anna Ross invite L A of the M E church West Chester to an afternoon gathering Wednesday April 10 at the church parlors with plans for a community event.
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John Hough
Walton
Anna Ross
M. E. Church of
West Chester
Prairie Center Farmers Union Plans Evening Gathering
Special meeting of Prairie Center Local Farmers Union to be held Monday at 8 30 PM. President BE Wilson of Morning Sun will attend. Everyone invited and asked to bring families for a get together.
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Prairie Center Farmers
Prairie Center
Farmers’ Union
BE. Wilson
Morning Sun
Census of Interned Soldiers in Switzerland
Swiss Federal Council report shows 24 195 interned soldiers in Switzerland on Oct 1 1917. Of them 12 376 were French, 1 822 Belgians, 64 English, 194 Germans, 228 Austrians and 142 Hungarians. The tally excludes 4 746 internees returned to their home countries under wartime agreements.
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Paris
Switzerland
Federal Council
Swiss Red Cross Repatriates Wounded Soldiers
A report outlines negotiations in World War I leading to the internees of wounded soldiers in Switzerland. After talks with M Millerand and Gustav Ader, the Swiss plan allowed internment and relearning for veterans. The 1915 accord among Germany France and later Belgium enabled early 1916 repatriations with work placements and retraining for those able to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwar Favre
Bhut
Paris
M. Millerand
Gustav Ader
International Red Cross Committee
M. Hoffman
Foreign Office
Switzerland
Swiss Federal Council
Erland
France
Germany
Land
Belgium
Caloris
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Third Liberty Loan
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Walce
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Wellman
Ainsworth
Riverside
Jad Ward
Hatrman Dawson
Ward
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Bl House
Fine Program
Keith Lemnon
H. J. Mandeville
Stephen Williams
William Helms
Upton
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Anamosa
Hubert van Ness
Fayette
Keota
Troy
Oho
Philip Scott
Emmettsburg
Craig Overholser
Sipsey
Wendell Dennis
Albion
Merlin Sones
West Bend
Keith Lemon
Clement Sones
Clark Galloway
Clarinda
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Claude Cottingham
Richard Raines
Independence
George Dean
Hamburg
Lloyd Vanderham
Des Moines
Ant AD
Inquire Journal
S. A. Harrison
Haskins
American Pearl Button Co
Mitchel Auto
Tooman
Geo. M. Tooman
C. W. Leghorns
R. M. Vitquain
W. Main
Bert. Cook
Rubio
BUICK
Paul Harvey
Lemley’s Grocery
KE. Drebert
D. J. Wittman
Ted Eggers
Ira Miksch
Smith Premier Typewriter
Henry Berdo
Ohio
Elwell
East
Madison
Barry Buyer
J. H. Baird
Frank Flaherty
Marion Avenue
D. H. Miller
Mrs
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Shelangouskie
Jno. Kinsinger
Elmer Burham
Frank Dokies
John May
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