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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1919
Page
6
Willys Overland in Toledo faces union wage demands that would add over 1 million dollars yearly. The workers seek 15 cent hourly raise for 12 000 staff, ending piece work and instituting a five day eight hour week with four Saturday hours and overtime at double time.
San Francisco April 16 two masked gunmen assaulted a Bank of California messenger in broad daylight and stole $34,000 in currency. The heist occurred as pedestrians watched, the assailants beating the messenger and fleeing the doorway with the cash.
A brief want column hints at bargain opportunities and listings for readers. It notes items sought or offered, guiding community members to contact sellers or venues for deals and exchanges.
A Washington hotel project shows promise with substantial subscriptions already raised. Some donors contribute up to 5000 dollars while many smaller amounts are sought. Preferred stock offering yields 5 percent tax exempt income and supports community growth. Subscriptions may be paid in ten percent initial payments and installments over a year as organizers publish the subscriber list tomorrow.
An authorized representative Nita Belle Mc Keon invites readers to call after 6:30 p m or write to the Journal to view a club price list. She offers to mail the list and suggests saving money by obtaining the club prices.
The city launches a large clean-up drive led by General staff including J E Bovee and H H McCleery. Wet weather slowed early progress but crews continue work around the square while plans to collect cans and garbage begin with April 21 contract let. Families should box bottles and cans for alley pickup and use tight garbage cans. Community support praises mayor and council for cleaner healthier city.
The Commercial club bowling leaders Hull and Brookhart split wins with one win each. Hull beat Shields Brookhart by 46 points last Thursday, while Brookhart edged ahead by 39 pins last night. The deciding outcome hinges on the three games and the overall series total.
Secretary Wilson of the labor department thanks five leading meat packers for agreeing to continue existing labor agreements for one year after peace is declared. The note conveys department gratitude and anticipates stable labor relations amid postwar settlement.
In Washington the spring clean up gains pace as weather improves. Painters and plasterers report full workloads while homes need paint, wallpaper, and fire prevention work. Citizens praise the effort, stressing individual responsibility to remove waste, ashes, and other hazards for a healthier town.
Council member G L Fetters endorses a Washington clean-up plan calling it one of the best projects attempted, supporting sweeping reform and community improvement.
W F Huxford stresses the moral effect of an annual cleaning up period and urges a thorough cleaning of every alley back yard and vacant lot in town.
Washington faces a severe housing shortage this spring with no fewer than fifty new homes required. Real estate offices report heavy demand for five and six room houses while supply is exhausted, leading to rooms for light housekeeping or single rooms. Builders could profit and aid community welfare if capital were mobilized.
Iowa lawmakers debate the minority report on Governor W L Harding over the Ernest Rathbun pardon with an impeachment vote anticipated. If impeached, Lt Gov Moore would assume power. if acquitted, Harding resumes office.
Mae Marsh stars in The Bondage of Barbara a Goldwyn photo drama at the Fox Theatre. The play showcases her range from delicate comedy to dramatic scenes with a brilliant supporting cast splendid settings and photography likely to win national praise.
A verse urging sweeping chores and home improvement. It calls for indoor and outdoor work, painting houses in various colors, tidying the yard, and disposing of rubbish and cans. The tone is practical and seasonal.
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