Knitting Miles of Yarn for Soldiers
A Red Cross appeal note reveals Amelia B. Scofield widow of General Hiram Scofield reports war work and lists knitted items including 49 sweaters 2 caps 17 helmets and 15 three yard bandages. She praises Iowa and confesses pride in being an Iowan during historic wartime effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelia B. Scofield
Hiram Scofield
Washington
Chicago
Red Cross
Washington County
Evening Journal
Iowa
Woman credits Foley Kidney Pills for relief of pains
This testimonial from Mrs. Thos. F. Davis of Montgomery Indiana claims disordered kidneys and bladder caused backache sore muscles and rheumatic pains. After months without relief she used Foley Kidney Pills and states eight bottles cured her. Lemmon's Pharmacy advertises the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos
Davis
Montgomery
RK. F. BD
Ind
J. KE. Lemmon
Adyt
Violin Tuning Tale From Lake Placid Encounter
George Haselin meets an old man in a cabin doorway while riding at Lake Placid. The man sits fiddling without regard to time, saying he never tunes the violin because it never sounds right when he does.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Haselin
Lake Placid
Hamlin
Plant Trees For a Durable Orchard And Shade
The author argues trees are the true aristocrats of vegetables requiring years of care. Plant a sufficient number now so they will grow while you rest. This emphasizes patient cultivation and long term reward from tree planting.
County Honor Flag Received as Liberty Bond Campaign Advances
Chairman Marsh W. Bailey announces the county honor flag for over subscribing its quota. Washington and other towns plan to raise flags at the courthouse and city hall as school children participate. Subscriptions total about $1,020,200 with expected final totals rising toward a million plus, as railway workers contribute $1,950 to Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsh W. Bailey
The
Liberty Loan Committee
Washingston
Washington
Halley
Rock Island
Round House
The Wolf Motoring Quip Sparks Door to Garage Line
A quoted remark shifts the scene as a motorist tells Jim to drive the wolf from the door into the garage ending the day's work. The line captures a tense moment with a hint of dark humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Washington soldiers in France describe living conditions in villages
Mrs. Frank Kurtz receives a letter from Boice Kurtz of Company K in France dated March 1918. He recounts moving lines, slow mail, cold days, and daily life with wash houses and cafes in French villages. He discusses Hotel de Haymon, boxes from home, and soldiers returning in good shape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kurtz
Boice
Company K
France
Washington
March
Fulton
Hotel de Haymon
Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertised for Digestive Relief
An advertisement promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets as a quick relief for morning fatigue indigestion and constipation. The copy claims wholesomeness and health benefits and notes sale at J. E. Leammon's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Leammon
Pension System Abuse Illustrated by Transplanted Boston Officer
A Boston pensioner moves to a distant New England town and takes a police beat under a new uniform. When questioned, he explains he is pensioned by Boston and thus works in another city. The anecdote highlights misuse of pension benefits across jurisdictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Boston
Querulous Queries on Change and Tipping Habits
A commentary asks why men demand every penny from newsboys but easily tip barbers for standard service. It ponders fairness and social norms in everyday transactions.
Washington County War Fund Drive For Camp Dodge Equipment
Washington County questions its share in funding athletic gear for Iowa soldiers at Camp Dodge and other camps. A Wednesday 4 to 6 pm canvass by local Boy Scouts will collect small subscriptions from 25 cents to 1 dollar per donor. Each unit costs 136 dollars and requires community support. mail checks to Col. C. J. Wilson if unable to participate in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington County
Iowa
Camp Dodge
Washington
Col. C. J. Wilson
County Defense Council
Mrs Samuel Black Dies at Oskaloosa
The obituary notes the death of Mrs. Samuel Black at her son George Black’s home in Oskaloosa after a brief illness. She was born Anna Leedom in Ohio on December 25 1841 and married Samuel Black in 1857. Surviving are eight children and several relatives with services at the Maxwell home in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Black
George Black
Oskaloosa
T. T. Maxwell
J. M. Wishart
Maxwell
Black
Washington
Andrew Black
Kansas City
J. C. Green
Winfield
Will Ankeny
Miller, Nebr
Mra
B. F. Congdon
Waukon
Minn
J. ©. Thorne
Sterling
Imbibing Frenzy At Damaged California Wine Car
A California wine freight car bound for New York was damaged southwest of town causing spillage in Rock Island yards. Local residents gathered with jars and bottles to collect the dripping wine, some to aid a sick sister, others sampling the fluid and becoming exhilarated. The spill continued into the afternoon as men hauled away quantities, despite the dirty car floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Nauvoo
California
New York
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Ad
A Nashville reader reports relief from a dry hacking cough and chest pain after using Foley's Honey and Tar Compound. The advertisement claims the product soothes heals and cures and notes availability at J. E. Lemmon's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos, Gillard
Fillmore St
Nashville
Tenn
Foley
J. E. Lemmon
Advt
Local Society Announcements and Club Meetings
U FE Keating plans a Monday night dance at Phoenix hall with music by the Shuberts. Lexington Ladies Aid invites four members to entertain at Miss Huber's home on Thursday April 18. Fortnightly club literary, civics, and musical sections meet around 7:30 pm and 2:30 pm with Mrs F L Wilson and Mrs Leslie Mountford presiding. Young Women’s Home Missionary society hosts mite box opening at the M E church Monday evening at 6 o’clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. FE
Keating
Phoenix Hall
Shuberts
June Gardner
Irene Oldfield
Clara Huber
Lexington Ladies’ Aid Society
Miss Huber
F. L. Wilson
Young Women’s Home Missionary Society
M. E. Church
Leslie Mountford
Church meeting and club notices from West Chester area
The A S of the West Chester M E church holds a business meeting in the league room on Wednesday April 17 at 1 30 pm prompt plans for the coming year. Bring thimbles for quilting. The Social club meets Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Rob Maxwell 612 Port nigh club meets Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Frank Wilsons Lesson Vol 3 Part II The Navajo Club meets Wednesday afternoon with Mrs W A Gibson Please bring thimbles needles and shears The Kolahelob meets Wednesday afternoon with Mia Chris Ditmer Ha There will be work in the third rank tonight The Royal Neighbors hold their regular meeting tomorrow night in Woodman hall
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S
West Chester
M. E
League Room
Civics Department
Port
Frank Wilsons
Navajo Club
W. A. Gibson
Woodman Hal
Twentieth Century Reading Circle Meeting Planned
The Twentieth Century Reading Circle will meet with Miss Mike C Lewis Tuesday at 2 30 p m. Mr and Mrs R L Gibson of Delta are here for a visit at the home of his parents Mr and Mrs W A Gibson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twentieth Century Reading Circle
Mike C. Lewis
R. L. Gibson
Delta
VW. A. Gibson
Farmers Union session expands county group in Woodman hall
At Woodman hall the Farmers Union of the county reorganized with William Sutherland of Washington as president and I B Rabenold of Ainsworth as secretary. About 125 members attended. total county membership ranges from 500 to 1000. Committees were named to study selling own livestock and grain and buying coal in bulk for members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Union of
Woodman Hall
William Sutherland
Washington
I. B. Rabenold
Ainsworth
Drawn to Veil: Woman Claims 13 Minute Bath and Dress
A Kitsbourn Events note cites a woman who declares she can bathe and dress for a party in 13 minutes. The claim implies she must be quick in either washing or dressing or both.
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Frank L. Wilson & Co
Iowa Avenue
Merly
Ted Cross
Kellef
Banner
Liberty Loan
Court House
Fach Village
Gether
New York Stare News
Chance
Civics
F.L. Wilson
Rob. Maxwell
Mia
Chris
Ditmer Ha
FIELP
American Pearl Button Co
C. L. Underwood
Mutual 22
Tom Harritseed
F. & M. Bank
Bradford & Anderson
J. D. Martin
Patton & McElhinney
N. W. Noecker
S. C. R. Island
Oscar George
Plymouth Rock
Glenna Hayes
Glenn Hayes
ONIY
Jersey
Boyd Berflo
Shortshiorn Call
Cali Fox & Dewey
Rubber Stamps
Frank Flaherty
Marion Avenue
Third Ave
Baker
G. W. Wiegman
Eod
Farmers’ Union
Woodmen's
Hall
Journalitz
Kyle
Panis Lumber Co
322 Black
William Stone
Missouri
Foreign Relations Committee
Stone
Germany
Kentucky
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