William A Stewart Remembered as Civic Pillar and Farmer
William Allen Stewart of Washington grew up near Xenia Ohio and Iowa before settling in Washington. He lived a long active life, served as an elder in Living Lake church, attended General Assembly meetings, and supported local farms and religious groups. He married Margaret McLaughlin in 1875 and had five children and sixteen grandchildren.
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World’s Fair Corp Reports 1939 Financial Totals
The New York World’s Fair corporation reports total expenditures of 54,712,238.24 for construction, administration and other costs from inception to December 27, with revenues at 31,149,487.85. Of revenues, 1,036,711.11 came in 1939 from concession activities.
New York secretaries school promises payback if placement fails
A New York school for secretaries guarantees a student placement within a year or pays $21 weekly until earning $500 or $100 more than tuition. The policy ties age, outcome, and cost to a fixed compensation, aiming to assure students of returning value.
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Room Fountain Humidifier Sits On Living Room Tables
Homeowners can add a compact aluminum fountain to living rooms. It doubles as decor and humidity aide, spraying a fine mist a few inches high when plugged in. The fountain runs a full day on a pint of water, with a gentle tinkle as drops fall back into the bowl.
Rural Poles Trust Wolves Hide in Barns and Cellars
In rural areas residents believe wolves conceal themselves inside barns and cellars during winter, a superstition shaping folk perceptions of wildlife behavior and safety concerns for livestock and homes.
Havre Diesel Engine Train Marks Modern Progress
Havre daily train adds a new diesel engine signaling modernization as residents enjoy spring visits. The column notes Time Marches On and the speed change, while listing numerous local social visits and family gatherings across Havre and nearby homes through the week.
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Washington high school wins theater trophy at Drake
Raymond Witting of Washington wins the trophy for top honors in the high school theater tournament held at Drake. Other items note visiting relatives, graduations from Ainsworth and Mercy Hospital, a fatal pneumonia death, engagements, illnesses, and local civic duties. The column lists multiple short notices: births, relocations, plaques, and community events with several named locals and institutions.
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Chief Daniels Remains A Roosevelt Favorite Since Navy Days
President Roosevelt has long called Ambassador to Mexico Josephus Daniels chief dating back to his days as assistant secretary of the navy. The nickname reflects their past supervisor relationship and continued rapport.
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Big Chautauqua to Feature William Jennings Bryan
Twenty years ago the Chautauqua program promises a major attraction with the silver tongued orator William Jennings Bryan slated to speak at the event bringing prominence to the year's lineup and drawing crowds to the venue.
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Retirement Ends Long Clarinda Pastorate at Washington
Dr. W. C. Williamson, longtime pastor of the United Presbyterian Church in Washington, retires from his Clarinda pastorate after many years. A recent session of the legislature enables a town to ...
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Dam Family and Local News Digest in Washington
The Dam family from Amsterdam Holland visits Washington before planning to settle in Pella. A car convoy led by Bert Smith and Ralph Gibson returns from Oskaloosa with four Maxwell cars, traveling via Sigourney after rain. Local hospital planning advances with a 25 room county facility proposed on land donated by W. P. Wells. Baseball, troop duties, hospital discharges and admissions fill the week with multiple residents including births, appendectomies, and medical updates.
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Stolen items across towns trigger watch notice
City Marshall Ragan reports a team with a bay horse and a sorrel mare hitched to a top buggy stolen at Boone. A lady's gold watch and several jewelry pieces were taken from Muscatine, twenty two Smith and Wesson revolvers stolen from Omaha.
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Wedding on West Main as Dr Anderson and Myrtle Kerr wed
Dr. William E. Anderson and Myrtle Kerr were married at the bride’s parents’ West Main Street home with about forty immediate friends witnessing. The ceremony was performed by Rev. John Stafford and Rev. J R Logue.
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Commencement Plans From Local High School Class
High school planners map a two part commencement with literary exercises followed by a dramatization of Tennyson. The 33 graduates include Merle Lytle as president and names such as Blanche Patterson Maude Reeves Roy Crawford Mable Morton Kate Buckley Ralph Junkin Dwinnie Rankin and several others. Crail barn fire shortly after a bucket brigade prevented further spread at the Craid residence.
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Mickie Says This May Be a New Idea
Local columnist Mickie suggests a potential new concept or approach in community affairs. The note weighs possibilities and signals openness to unconventional plans for future events or programs.
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Steam powered engine runs without fire at Ford River Rouge
An article notes a steam locomotives that operates without visible fire by using stored steam. The Ther mos Bottle engine at Ford Motor's River Rouge plant stays steamed for hours, charged hourly with hot water and steam from open hearth furnaces.
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Fire damages Knox residence as roof ignites in several spots
Firefighters battled flames that broke out at the Knox residence and spread to the roof in four or five places. The crew quickly set up water lines and extinguished the blaze, preventing further damage to the home and surrounding structures.
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Emigrants to Kansas Pass Through on CRI&P Line
A group of emigrants en route to Kansas traveled aboard a car passed by the C R I P railway header. Their coach was attached to No 15, as reported in today’s local notes.
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Husband seeks lie detector test in NC marriage claim
Special Agent James Powell from the state bureau of investigation in North Carolina refused a husband’s request to use a lie detector on his wife. Powell stated no and declined to send out the device.
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