Wilkinson Dies of Acute Indigestion at Hotel
Harry A. Wilkinson a veteran newspaper man dies at the Congress hotel after a brief illness from acute indigestion affecting his heart. He had worked long hours on a Washington Democrat special edition and planned a Sioux City burial for his wife and four children.
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Harry A. Wilkinson
Congress Hotel
Democrat
Wilkinson
Magruder Wilkinson
Sioux City
Washington
L. A. Jones
Fleet Sails at Noon Today From Frisco
Mr and Mrs Walter Johnson report their son Ward, serving in the U S 8 Oklahoma, sailed at noon on a Western naval force cruise. The fleet heads to Honolulu and Australia, expected to last through September. Ward cannot confirm return plans. In San Francisco the sailors enjoyed liberal city hospitality, free streetcar rides, shows, Salvation Army tents, sandwiches, hot drinks and stationery.
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Walter Johnson
Ward
U. S
Oklahoma
Uncle Sam
Navy
Western Naval Force
Honolulu
Australia
San Francisco
Salvation Army
Commercial Club Board Plans Community Building Update
At the monthly meeting the Commercial club board discussed summer and fall plans to make the club and its building more useful to the community. Routine business was handled and the treasurer reported all bills paid with funds in the treasury.
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Commercial Club Board of Directors
Gasoline Tax in Effect for Iowa Drivers
The Iowa gasoline tax increases by two cents per gallon beginning at midnight, applying to Washington motorists and raising funds to improve Iowa roads. The measure starts now as drivers face the higher fuel price.
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Iowa
Washington
Bette
Noted Newsman Wilkinson Dies at 54 in Midwest
Associates recall Mr. Wilkinson once led the AP southern division with Atlanta headquarters. He served as night editor for the Chicago Herald-Examiner and held posts at the Washington Post, Cleveland Press, and Iowa papers. A wartime U.S. intelligence officer, he spent three years in Europe. Native of Virginia, he lived most of his life in the middle west. He was 54 years old.
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Wilkinson
Democrat
G. E. Frane
J. A. Druger
Frane
Iowa
Associated Press
Atlanta
Chicago Herald-Examiner
Washington Post
Cleveland Press
Omaha
Sioux City
United States Intelligence Service
Europe
Virginia
Middle West
Leaders Form Pioneer Club Work Council at Y M C A
A leaders council for Pioneer club work for boys aged 11 to 15 was organized at the Y M C A with Everett Griffith chairing and Charles BE Ford aiding. The group aims to form at least twelve clubs and plans include a summer camp and a softball league among clubs.
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Harold Johnson
Iowa
Ford
Leaders’ Council
Washington
Cedar Rapids
Burlington
Muscatine
Clinton
Davenport
H. G. Kreider
Dr Bowers Addresses Y s Men on Boys Work
Dr W W P Bowers pastor of the Methodist church told the Y s Men of Washington to engage with boys. He urged the newly organized group to adopt a program aiding youngsters for lasting rewards. The meeting drew keen interest and will reconvene next Tuesday evening.
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Y's Men's Club of
Washington
W. W. P Bowers
Methodist Church
Keokuk Presbytery Holds Spring Session In Ainsworth
Keokuk Presbytery of the United Presbyterian church met in Ainsworth with Rev. J Reade McCrory installed as moderator. The session discussed church music overture, reported slight membership growth, and heard updates on laymen prayer and new world movements.
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J. Reade McCrory
First Church
Keokuk
United Presbyterian Church
Ainsworth
F. Sharpe
Winefield
Vario Presbyterial
General Assembly
C. N. Johnston
Columbus City
Williard Wylie
Second Church
New World Movement
PT Association Hears Mrs Hillis at High School
Mrs. C. E. Hillis of Westchester spoke to the High School audience under the Parent-Teacher Association. Weather reduced attendance but the program, including the high school orchestra and junior glee club, drew strong appreciation and a hearty encore.
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C. E. Hillis
Westchester
Harold Reynolds
Max McCall
Ernest Marshall
Hel Williams
Lyon's Bread Coupon Offer Promises Dinner Set
A reader is urged to collect Lyon's Bread coupons found on each loaf to earn a chance at a complete dinner set. The promotion emphasizes saving coupons and spelling Lyon Baking Co. correctly to qualify.
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Lyon
bLyon Baking Co
Y W C A Meeting Planned For Thursday Evening
The first general Y W C A meeting since organization night is set for Thursday at 7 30 in the Community room. Mrs Eva Livingston will lead devotionals, with reports from finance and membership. Miss Gladys B Coon of the National Dairy Council will present a health program including a demonstration of American Beauty Products and a chalk talk.
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Eva Livingston
Max Marble
Edith Hoileau
Gladys B. Coon
National Dairy Council of Chicago
Y. W
Viere Funds Given to Storm Sufferers
Rev. J. Reade McCrory reports $56.50 in new Red Cross relief contributions for storm victims in southern Missouri and nearby states. This brings the local community total to about $50 with gifts from the H. H. club, Kolah club, and Rebekah club.
Complete Chautauqua Program Last Eve
A representative of the Coit-Aub er Bureau discussed the coming Chautauqua session at Mrs. W. A. Cook’s home. The program boasts strong features and a splendid talent lineup. Season tickets remain two dollars for the full course as merchants are urged to advertise.
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Coit-Auber Bureau
W. A. Cook
Education and heart in parenting urged by Mrs Hill
Mrs Hill addressed YWCA girls at the high school urging parents to guard both heart and head in child education. She emphasized practical talks, reverence for essential things, and a closer communion with chores to align home and school values.
Winfield Way Says He Marched On With Wife
Neighbors report that he took his wife along the Winfield route as events unfolded, according to residents who saw the procession or action reported in the clipping.
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Winfield Way
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