Washington High Track Coach Sees Growing Potential
Washington high school track teams show improving form under Coach Albert McKinstry as practice season progresses. He notes readiness for University of Iowa City and Parsons College meets in May and anticipates a home meet soon with class divisions.
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Washington
Albert McKinstry
Lows City
Parsons College
Parsons
Chance
Edwards
Badham
Stransky
Morrison
Schulty
Eastwood
Hill
Bevins
Reiner
Palmer
McConnell
McCall
Tucker
Crone
MecConaughy
Johnson
Howard
Muscatine Team to Play Locals Tonight
The Y M C A gym hosts the De Molay five from Muscatine in a much anticipated basketball game. Tipoff is 8 30 with usual admission. Muscatine’s schedule shows strong margins and the locals expect a hard battle before finishing the season next Monday against Brighton.
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Muscatine
Washington
de Molay
Brighton
High School Club Tours City Water Works and Hartman Factory
The Commercial club of the high school visited the city water works hosted by manager Er G Fox. They then toured Hartman ice cream factory with Mr Hartman explaining production. Florence Bodman and Mr Van Houten led the pupils.
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Er. G. Fox
Hartman Ice Cream
Hartman
Florence Bodman
van Houten
Coe College Glee Club to Broadcast on WHO Des Moines
Reports confirm the Coe College girls glee club will broadcast on station WHO in Des Moines next Saturday evening. The group will give concerts in Des Moines next Sunday. Members include Helen Beal and Marian MecLaughlin of Washington.
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Coe College Girls Glee Club
WHO
Des Moines
Helen Beal
Marian MecLaughlin
Washington
Consume Much Cacao
The country leads global cacao consumption as the largest per year, reflecting its vast chocolate market and high demand. Authorities note steady imports and domestic production trends supporting its rank in global cacao use.
Abies Trish Rose Impresses Washington Audience
The Graham theater hosted Abies Trish Rose, a long running New York Chicago comedy, to capacity despite rain. The production drew praise for strong performances by Dorothy Clark Florence Rohrer and Ferne Duncan and for its message of religious tolerance wrapped in wholesome humor.
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Abie Levy
Solomon Levy
Patrick Joseph
Graham Theater
Abies Trish Rose
New York
Chicago
Washington
Studebaker
the Graham
Dorothy Clark
Florence Rohrer
Ferne Duncan
Superstition Links Larks to Voice Strength and Sweetness
Historical belief ties lark flesh and eggs to stronger, sweeter voice in Bohemia and among old apothecaries.
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Bohemia
Governor's Son Fined for Delinquency Case in Zanesville
Hal Donahey son of Governor Vic Donahey was fined 100 dollars and costs by Probate Judge Clarence Graham for contributing to the delinquency of Miss William Vogel 15 of Zanesville. He was placed under juvenile court supervision until age 21. Mrs Donahey paid the fine after the sentence and the judge noted no improper conduct.
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Zanesville
Hal Donahey
Vic Donahey
Clarence Graham
William Vogel
Columbus
Muskingum County
Miss Vogel
Donahey
Height of Redwoods and Record Sequoia Heights
A report notes the average height of the big redwood sequoia is about 255 feet, with some specimens exceeding 320 feet and trunks 30 to 35 feet in diameter near ground level. The text discusses measurement and height records of these giant trees.
Washington Church of Christ to Install New Pastor
By May 17 the Washington Church of Christ will have a settled pastor after Rev. Frank W. Sutton accepted the call. Sutton, presently pastor at Elliott Iowa, will bring his wife and son to Washington and has a record of successful ministry in North English Jefferson and Elliott. The church has seen a steady rise in attendance and will have Rev J K Reeser of Brighton fill pulpit duties until June when he becomes pastor in Fort Madison.
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Washington Church of Christ
Frank W. Sutton
Elliott
Iowa
G. L. Fetters
Sutton
North Englich
Jefferson
Washington
J. K. Reeser
Brighton
Fort Madison
April Shower Soaks Community Farms and Gardens
Steady rain from yesterday evening through today aids farm and garden conditions in the community. The shower was light, likely under half an inch, but timely and beneficial, helping crops during a dry spell.
Iowa State College Egg Show Set for May 14 15 16
The first specialized state egg show in Iowa will be at Iowa State College May 14 15 and 16. Five silver cups reward best dozen eggs in various classes including the Iowa Record Flock Keepers' Association entrant and a junior division for under 18. Judging by H A Bittenbender and W H Lapp with white and brown egg sub divisions. Entries due in Ames by May 13 with free entry and admission financed by egg sales.
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Iowa State College
Ames
Iowa
Ames Poultry Club
Iowa Record Flock Keepers’ Association
H. A. Bittenbender
W.H. Lapp
Armour & Co
Chicago
Fleischman Yeast Co
Consolidated Products Co
Quaker Coats Co
H. A
Lyon Bread Coupons Saved for Dinner Set
The note asks to save Lyon bread coupons for a 50 piece dinner set. It mentions Lyon's Bread quality and implies value tied to ingredients and baking expertise.
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Lyon
Golfer's Advantage Over Angling Anuninus Not Needed
A playful note from the Boston Transcript compares a golfer’s advantage to the angling Anuninus, stating the golfer need not show anything to prove it. The line plays on performance and proof in a light, humorous tone.
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Anuninus
Boston ‘Transcript
Effective Mouse Trap Using Mustin Bait Method
A vintage tip explains tying bait in muslin to lure mice. Curiosity drives the rodent to gnaw through the fabric, triggering the trap’s spring and capturing the animal.
Sigourney Marker Unveiling For Revolutionary Soldier
Washington Chapter DAR invited to Sigourney for unveiling of a grave marker honoring Achilles Rogers in Pennington Cemetery two miles south of Stormey. The ceremony starts at two o clock Sunday afternoon with a return if weather permits and roads are passable.
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Washington
Daughters of the American Revolution
Sigourney
Achilles Rogers
Pennington
Stormey
Smiling Leland and His Dog at Reister Creamery
A playful local note praising Leland of Reister Creamery and his high bred dog. The writer riffs on domestic life and compares caring for the dog to courting a wife as a humorous reflection on daily life and neighborly affection.
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Leland
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