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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1919
Page
3
The Jane A. Chilcote Library reports its busiest year by circulation despite 19 quarantine days in a 282 day year. 1 081 active patrons with 58 non residents paying 1.00 a year. 371 books purchased plus 34 bound magazines and 15 gifts.
Testimonies from J. C. Gibson of Jonesboro Arkansas and others claim dramatic health improvements from a so called antiseptic oil. Advertised as a universal remedy with 30c 60c and 1.00 bottles and a money back guarantee, the ad cites neuralgia rheumatism sore throat and other cures to attract buyers. Multiple named locations including Hartford Alabama and Gadsden Alabama are used to bolster credibility.
J. T. Matthews advances the Washington county World War history with help from the State Historical Society of Iowa. The society provides an outline on home war activities and the treatment of organizations in history. Matthews reports rapid progress as soldier data and photographs pour in, and engravings must be ordered soon.
A fan letter from A A McNeese of High Point Georgia credits Foley's Honey and Tar with relieving a spring cold and preventing influenza. The ad notes the syrup contains no opiates and is suitable for children and mentions Lemmon's Pharmacy.
The Rooking Klub reports a new relief shipment to Mrs. Birkhead in Paris for French refugees. Contributors include many local women and items such as 17 new pieces, 11 old garments from Eicher Sunday school, 2 dozen handkerchiefs from Busy club, 3 large comforts, 40 yards outing flannel, 6 boxes paints, drawing paper, beads, carpet rags, yarn, and more from Richmond groups and individuals.
The Honeymoon Limited, produced by Charles F. Yale, a famed event in musical comedy, brings 85 entertainers to the Graham for an April 19 showcase. The act includes singers dancers comedians and a Broadway pony chorus, with scenes spanning Palm Beach to New York City.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M will hold a called meeting on Wednesday evening April 1st at 7 30 for work in the first degree on five candidates Brethren urged to attend Secretary Glenn E Mace
The Victory Boy campaign funds are tallied with $635.92 received at Commercial Savings and $482.23 paid to the treasurer. Highland township led cash returns, Franklin and Marion townships followed, with Lime Creek reporting the largest single township pledge. Washington and St James School contributions are noted, with Brighton schools contributing $1695.75 by another channel.
Kalona high school plans a speedy track squad to compete in the county meet next Saturday. Kalona is praised for excellent material and enthusiasm, with strong town support. Washington and Kalona teams push practice despite rain as Crawfordville and Wellman show strength in events.
A conference of railway officials and local business leaders reached a concrete plan for a union passenger station in Washington. The three roads will center passenger business at the Milwaukee station with new tracks and canopies, costing about ten to twelve thousand dollars, with authority to proceed expected within sixty days.
An ad promotes Yooley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds croup and whooping cough and Lemmon's Pharmacy as the outlet. It notes a neglected child suffers growth stress from lingering illness.
Explains the origin of the phrase to play hookey from hiding near a corner. Notes Hoekje as an old Dutch word meaning a tile corner and links to Gas Logic discussion.
Esther McMillan 87 widow of G A McMillan died at 2 45 am at her daughter’s home six miles southeast of Washington. Private funeral Thursday at Matthews home conducted by Rev J M Wishart. She taught school in Ohio before moving to Crawfordsville and Washington, a longtime member of United Presbyterian church. Her death ends a life of pioneering service in the community.
Miss Lemsey and Miss Forgey led the discussion with strong arguments on both sides. Mrs. Carl Roberts spoke on supporting the Victory Liberty Loan. Next year’s topics were debated. officers will be elected April 28. Planned topics include The Peace Council Economic Conditions in Germany Educational Movement among the Soldiers of the A E F and a round table on Americanization under Mrs. F L Wilson.
The Fortnightly club civics department met at Mrs. F. L. Wilsons home to study Federal Government. Mrs. Shaver and Mrs. Siberts led the session on organization administrations and functions. a business session elected officers: Mrs. J. A. McCall leader Mrs. H. M. Shaver assistant leader and Mrs. L. E. Siberts secretary and treasurer.
A box supper and program held at Hinzel Dell school house on April 4 by Miss Eva Godwin and pupils drew 52.95. Reading by Miss Opal Kindelsperger pleased attendees. A hand painted china piece was awarded to Miss Blanche Busby, the most popular young lady present, raising 30.40. Proceeds partly support a French war orphan and partly the school.
The installation of the Rev. Arthur R. Oates as pastor of the Presbyterian church and the ordination of Ralph T. Case to the Presbyterian ministry will occur this evening at the church. Program begins at 8:00 with President R. Ames Montgomery of Parsons College delivering the sermon and other addresses by Rev. J. B. Rendall, Rev. W. E. Ruston, and Rev. M. E. B. Krotger who will serve as moderator.
The Embroidery club to meet Wednesday April 16 with Mrs. D J Gates. A postponed program and candy social now set for April 16 at Franklin school Marion township. Ladies bring boxes. Glendale Red Cross meets Friday at 2 pm with Mrs William Galloway for essential business.
The Women's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will convene Friday at 7:30 p m at Mrs Ralph Smith's West Washington Street home. A full attendance is requested as a Victory Loan speaker will be present. A called meeting for the O E S is set for Thursday April 17 at 2 15 p m for officer and member instruction with a banquet to follow at 6 30 p m in the hall.
The Pleasant Hill school pie and candy social, postponed from April 11 and 15, will be held Friday evening April 18. A short program by the pupils and a social starting at 8 15. Ladies are asked to bring pie or candy and everyone is invited. Laura Eisele, teacher.
The Redecess will hold their regular meeting Friday night in the L O O F hall. Don’t forget your lunch.
A church choir rehearses Thursday night at 7 30. A general meeting of the night club is set for Friday evening April 18 at 7 45 at 218 East Main Street, home of Mrs G W Hay. An entertainment program and officer elections will occur. all club members are urged to attend.
Preparatory meeting and communion services set at Second United Presbyterian church. Friday night service at 7 o clock and Saturday afternoon at 2 20 oclock led by the Rev J A Mehaffey of Winfield.
Italian peat, deemed too low in heating value for fuel, is repurposed in ullrogen fertilizer production. The shift reflects industrial recycling of low grade peat for chemical use rather than energy.
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