Bequest Promises Washington Y M C A Building Site Fund
The late J H Young leaves a bequest to a Washington Y M C A building with a site secured by August 25 1922 and funds for construction of the building. About 75000 to 80000 dollars may be used, raised by community contributions, to support a broadly practical facility serving the city and growing youth. A site-raising campaign will begin, with selection after funds are subscribed.
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J. H. Young
Washington
Mr. Young
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason on Neighbor Jim’s Bus
Jim Jackson reveals a shiny new bus and pride in its glare. Neighbors, stingy with praise, mock the vehicle, calling its design outdated and impractical while yearning to dampen his mood.
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Walt Mason
Iowa Scientists Head to Fiji Islands for University Expedition
A party from the University of Iowa, led by Prof. C. C. Nutting, sails from Vancouver May 19 for Fiji and New Zealand on a collecting expedition. The group will study marine life and tropical organisms, aided by an available launch and reef divers, with customs duties waived. They plan to return to Vancouver by Sept. 9 and Iowa City for the university opening.
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University of Iowa
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T. EB. Fell
Fiji
C. C. Nutting
Vancouver
Fijis
New Zealand
R. B. Wylie
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Makaluvya
Truth in Life Proverb Reflects on Merit and Reward
A concise aphorism suggests that success mirrors what a person deserves in life. It emphasizes merit as the driver of achievement and frames success as a consequence of one’s actions and character.
Buddhisens Sacred Place In Diamond Mountain Korea
Buddhist site in Diamond Mountain Keres is described as sacred by Christian Science Monitor. Explorers note antiques and trees discovered during a Korea trip for an Arctic journal, with sawmill activity impacting the area and new plant varieties noted for potential enrichment.
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Diamond Mountain
Keres
China
Christian Science Monitor
BH. Wilson
Korea
Arveld Aburelum
Boston
Fo Weelstum
United States
Epigram Sparks in a Glimpse of Iowa Towns
A playful remark contrasts spring flowers with mittens and hiccups cures. A minister from Illinois talks of moving toward perfection while a traveler muses on a universally pleasing newspaper. A Washington Iowa resident hears praise for his city as another traveler plans a visit to size up Washington.
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Illinois
Washington County
Iowa
Betty Compson Endorses Beauty Spending Belief
Miss Betty Compson proclaims that money spent by girls to enhance their appearance is well spent and plans to campaign nationwide. In Washington she has many converts and the note of congratulations goes to C. H. Wilson who turns 89 tomorrow. He reports feeling fine during his post office run.
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Betty Compson
C. H. Wilson
Evening proverbs about resilience and wealth
A terse meditation on persistence and abundance. The speaker contrasts easy gains with lasting value and hints at corporate ownership of resources. The prose suggests social contrasts without specific names or events.
Doctor's Visit Demands Upfront Payment
A patient reports following a referral and confirming the doctor was told about the referral. The doctor responded by requesting payment in advance before any treatment or consultation.
Canaries, Burns, and a Photo Puzzle in a Local Column
A humorous column notes a lack of replies to Hiram Johnson's riddle about what is taken before you get it, hints at a photo conundrum, and jokes about a rummage sale theft by P. E. O. girls. It also mentions a Dixon-era gag about a 15 cent item and a Washington young lady.
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Hiram Johnson
Discs I Count On My Phonograph in Quiet Hours
A nostalgic voice lists fourteen discs on a phonograph and graphophone. One disc carries a vocal melody, another a sigh, another a laugh, while another sobs the Rosary. The speaker praises Maxwelton braes and Miserere as favorite tunes.
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Maxwelton
Edison
Barber and old men clash over hot towels and talcum
Rev. S. K. Coates questions why barbers give more time to young men than to older patrons. He notes the rush and suggests an old men protest or resolution to demand equal treatment and services.
Curious Child Asks About Attire On Train
A man travels by train in all seasons with a coat. A boy behind him asks loudly if he is going to play ball. He then asks what a silly ass is, prompting a whispered explanation from a guardian. The exchange appears in London Tit bits.
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London
Candidate announces nomination bid for county auditor
Jno 8 Wilson declares his candidacy for the office of county auditor pending Republican voters June primary. He urges support from voters as he seeks their vote in the primary election.
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Wilson
Dangerous Curve Ahead at Fox Theater
A Goldwyn feature written by Rupert Hughes plays two days at the Fox Theater starting Wednesday. Helene Chadwick stars with Richard Dix and others in a tale of a small town wife tempted by society life while her husband is away, then returning to domesticity after her child falls ill.
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Yale Athletic
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Edythe Chapman
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Cedar Rapids Road Plan Drives Linn County Projects
The extensive road program in Linn county aims to grade 39 miles of primary roads and 40 miles of county roads, spread tarvia on seven miles of the Lincoln highway, and repair all primary road signs as weather allows.
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Linn County
Cedar Rapids
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Lincoln Highway
Musterole advertises quick relief for sore throat
The jingle touts Musterole ointment for raw sore throats and congestion. It claims fast spot relief with a gentle tingle, no blister like mustard plasters, and suitability for children. Available in 35 and 65 cent jars and tubes plus a hospital size $3.
Rural highway paving and gravel projects proposed in county
The county board has not adopted gravel work yet though farm groups urge it. A hard surface on part of the highway was completed last year. Grading will be directed by the county engineer using county equipment at an estimated cost of about 185 dollars per mile.
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Board of Supervisors
Weathering the Day: A Call to Work and Observe
A line from the Atlanta Constitution urges readers to note good weather but not waste the day admiring creation. It reminds that productive use of daylight matters even as nature’s conditions are favorable.
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Atlanta Constitution
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