Robin Hood Draws Record Crowd at Washington
The Gra dam presented Robin Hood by Reiph Dunbar's company drawing the season's largest audience with near full seating. William Degan as Will Scarlet and Albert Parr in Brown October Ale songs drew strong applause along with Clara Gray and two sopranos. Tom Burton and William White provided strong comic roles as Sheriff of Nottingham and Friar Tuck. Manager Olson praised public patronage and hinted at more high quality shows.
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Washington
Robin Tiood
Reiph Dunbar
Gradam
Willian Degan
Will Scarlet
Albert Parr
Clara Gray
Des Moines
Allen-a-dale
Tom Burton
Nottingham
William White
Friar Tuck
Olson
Graham
Story Hour at Chilcote Library Delights 45 Children
A school session at the Chilcote Library entertained 45 children with nature tales "The Lame Squirrel" "The Silver Spider" and "The Three Little Rabbits Hunting for a Home" told by Mrs M H Fedder son along with a Bible story by Mrs W W Bowers featuring Daniel Shadrach Meshach and Abednego and the fiery furnace. A separate notice records probate hearing for the will of Lia A Rathmell in Washington County Iowa with court terms set for March 1921 and a hearing date fixed after filing.
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Chilcote
M. H. Fedderson
Gaving
Mre. W. W. Bowers
Daniel
Shadrach
Meshach
Abednego
Fin
City Bus and Taxi Line Adopts New Service Motto
Sanders and Skipton Proprietors promote their motto Service is our motto with special attention to luggage handling and a dedicated contact number for baggage. City calls are advised for departures.
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Call
Sanders
Skipton, Prop
Birds Perish In Washington County Storm, Says Warden
Game Warden F. L. Breitenbach reports a recent storm and cold snap killed many birds in Washington County. He found scores of dead birds along fields and roads, especially ground feeders like thrushes, while tree birds largely survived. He notes the birds benefit agriculture and urges awareness amid evolving state protections.
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F. L. Breitenbach
Washington County
Boys Cut Harness Hated Before Justice
Two Riverside boys faced Squire Kyle on a malicious mischief charge for cutting a team harness owned by Vic F. Schnoebelen. They pleaded guilty and received a severe reprimand from County Attorney T. A. Michels before being released, after admitting the prank went too far as the hired man drove the team.
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Riverside
Squire Kyle
Vic F. Schnoebelen
T. A. Michels
Mr. Schnoebelen
Realistic Rain Scenes Highlight Constance Binney Film
Seens on screen show Constance Binney in Something Different at the Graham Theater. A storm room in Astoria Fashioned rain with sprinklers wind machines and electric lightning to heighten realism while pistols punctuate the thunder causing Binney to tremble as Alicia Lee.
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Constance Hinney
Graham Theater
Miss Binney
Alicia Lee
New York
Latin America
Famous- Players
Astoria
Famous-players
Washington County Chautauqua Board Meets Monday
The Washington County Chautauqua Association calls a board meeting Monday evening April 25 at 8 in the Commercial Club room. Full attendance is requested as this may be the last meeting before this season’s bhautanuqua sessions to finalize programs and arrangements. 6812 J. M. Wishart, Pres.
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Chautauqua
Washington County Chautauqua Association
Commercial Club
J. M. Wishart
Ode to a Girl Ends With Censorship Plea From Reader
A poem styled critique titled Ode to a Girl questions male censorship and urges focus on modesty over clothing. It mocks stiff dress codes and urges readers to judge by mind rather than appearance, praising genuine modesty and condemning prudish rules.
Burial services for Capt John Alex Young held at home
Funeral services for Capt John Alex Young were conducted Friday afternoon at his Past Main Street residence. Clergy and neighbors spoke of his qualities. veterans, bank directors and civic leaders served as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. A wreath was dropped on Elm Grove Cemetery gravesite by an army aviator amid numerous floral tributes and a large turnout of friends.
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John Alex Young
Young
Main Street
W. W. Bowers
A. RK. Oates
A. N. Alberson
Misa Alma Huppert
Jerome Williams
J. L. Fifer
W. C. Hedges
Washington Natonal Bank
Frank L. Wilson
C. C. Cunningham
Marsh W. Bailey
Lloyd Lytie
B. T. Wickham
Col. C. J. Wilson
William Blair
C. H H. Wilson
W. A. Cook
W. P. Wells
Alex Miller
W. P. McCaulley
Col
D. J. Palmer
Captain Young
Funeral Services for Ida C Rathmel Held at Methodist
Funeral services for Mrs. Ida C Rathmel were held yesterday afternoon at two at the Methodist church. Pallbearers included A N Alberson R H Maple James Marsh A G Marbourg W A Gibson and Willis Todd. Interment followed at Elm Grove cemetery.
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Ida C. Rathmel
Methodist Church
A. N. Alberson
R. H. Maple
James Marsh
A. G. Marbourg
W. A. Gibson
Willis Todd
Elm Grove Cemetery
Bread price cut at two for 25 cents plan
A Monday morning store note announces bread will be sold two loaves for 25 cents at all outlets. The move aims to lower living costs, offsetting no major drop in production costs, by saving on raw materials and aiding a general return to normal commodity pricing.
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Te Vale
Y. W. A. rummage sale continues at Brindley's rooms
The high school Y. W. girls report strong sales at the rummage sale on the west side of the square in Brindley's former grocery rooms. They will keep selling tonight until all items are gone and offer furniture, clothing, shoes, dishes and plants. Phillip Mercer visits to arrange his mother’s Des Moines move. he remains with Coolidge Advertising Agency.
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Y. W
Brindley's Grocery
Phillip Mercer
Des Moines
Philip
Coolidge Advertising Agency
How Long is Ten Minutes? Hoover and Woodrow Washer Ad
A playful ad copy explains ten minutes as long enough to beat one toe with THE HOOVER and wash a tubful of clothes with a WOODROW WASHER. It uses brisk, persuasive tones typical of home appliance promotions.
Hoover Clean Er and Woodrow Washer Owners List Inquiry
Reader asks if their name appears on a long list of Hoover Clean Er and Woodrow Washer owners. The note claims improved mechanical and electrical efficiency speeds industry and makes homes more comfortable and life more pleasant.
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Hoover Cleaner
Woodrow
Washington High Opened Baseball Losing to Junction 4 2
Washington high school's inexperienced squad opened the season at Junction yesterday, losing 4 to 2 as most players logged their first competitive game. Washington led 2 0 after the first inning, Junction tied in the second and added two in the fifth. Washington scored again in the seventh but fell short. Kiesey Freshwaters and Swift homered. Hoddy Rice pitched well for Washington. Junction likely to schedule a return game. Track preliminaries also held with Putnam Conner Swift Carson and Gard ner advancing in sprints and hurdles.
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Washington High School
Junction
Junction High School
Washington
Kiesey
Freshwaters
Swift
Hoddy" Rice
Lemley
Waymack
Batley
Davis
Duke
Dickinson
Professor Montgomery
Ball Park
Putnam
Conner
Carson
Rose
Boice
Gardner
Sunshine Mission Services Tonight and Tomorrow
Community announces church services at Sunshine Mission tonight at 7 30 and tomorrow afternoon at 2 30. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the fellowship.
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Sunshine Mission
Virginia farm boy uncovers treasure pot worth thirteen thousand
Henry Cameron of Salem Virginia finds a small metal pot with buckskin wrapping while plowing near Brush's mountain containing gold and silver coins valued at fourteen thousand nine hundred three dollars. Most coins date no later than 1823 and about thirteen thousand six hundred in gold is noted.
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Salem
Henry Cameron
Virginia
Brush’s Mountain
Cameron
Discovery Hidden Until Today Secrecy in Fortune Claim
The report notes a plan to conceal a significant discovery and keep the fortune secret, with the possibility that the owner’s wealth could be seized or redirected. It highlights ongoing developments that culminate in today’s reveal.
Only Ex-Service Men to Be Employed at Distillery
Rockford Ill April 23 President Paul J Healy of Chicago Grain Products announces that only ex service men will be employed during the construction of a new alcohol distillery here and veterans will be given preference for positions after completion Healy an ex soldier served with Company L 132nd Infantry in France aims to build an organization of ex soldiers The firm now has seventy men building the plant
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Rockford
Ill
Paul J. Healy
Chicago Grain Products Company
Healey
132Nd Infantry
France
Thirty High Schools in Iowa Speaking Contest
Speakers from thirty Iowa high schools compete April 28 and 29 in five district extemporaneous speaking contests organized by the University of Iowa league. Winners advance to the state championship at the University of Iowa on May 6. District venues include Iowa City East Waterloo Boone and Council Bluffs.
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Iowa City
Iowa
University of Iowa
East Waterloo
Boone
Council Bluffs
State extemporaneous speaking and debate championships set
Sioux City will host the state extemporaneous speaking contest and the state high school debate championship at the university on April 29 as part of the same program.
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Sioux City
Iowa banks in Iowa given longer time to liquidate
Iowa banks will receive extra time to liquidate loans from the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank after a conference between L. L. Andrews of Ottumwa and reserve officers in Chicago. Officials agreed no large liquidation within sixty days and vowed to aid conservatively managed banks to keep Iowa institutions open while spring crop expenses may require small loans.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Chicago Federal Reserve Bank
L. L. Andrew
Ottumwa
State Banker's Association
Andrews
Reserve Bank
Chicago
Federal Reserve Bank
Very Human Jud Tunkin’s car quits and demands more money
Washington Stag reports Jud Tunkins states his automobile unexpectedly fails to function and, like a person with intelligence, asks for higher payment in a humorous take on tech progress.
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Jud Tunkins
Washington Stag
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