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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1930

Page

6

Washington area wedding and social season events

The Garrets hosted a reception for son Edward and his wife with gifts for their new home. Mrs. Stewart hosted a spring luncheon with bridge and prizes. A large group attended an all day Baptist meeting led by Miss Holley. Bridal dinner for Daniel Keeler and Elizabeth Lohberger followed with family presencia and lavish floral decor.

George H. Garrett Washington Edward Reba Leota June Garrett Fred Garrett Finley and Clyde Indian Creek Dell Richardson Jaouise Richardson Wil} Sehalty Joé Horn Charlotte Ballard Jake Shrader Crawfordsville C. W. Stewart Ted Brown Robert Templeman L. A. Jones Stewart Margaret Holley Hartford PD. E. Keeler Davenport Main Street Daniel R. Keeler Elizabeth Lohberger Rock Teland St. Joseph’s Church Rock Island J. L. Lohberger Katherine and Mathilda Iowa Vlacs

Community group announcements for club meetings

A list of local society events includes a country club pot luck for families on Thursday, a Rebecca regular meeting Friday with initiation, Presbyterian Ladies Social Friday at 9 30 hosted by Mrs Han sen, St James cake sale at Washington Cleaners Saturday May 3, U P church Women’s Missionary Society Friday at 2 30 led by Mrs Corrett, W R regular meeting next Saturday at 2 5, and Royal Neighbors drill team meeting Friday at 7 50 in city hall.

The Presbyterian Church E. T. Hansen South Iowa L. S. Patterson St. James Washington Cleaners Womans Missionary Society of the U. P Priday P. m Corrett Atchison Godfrey Patterson Meek Maxwell Porter Royal Neighbors

New Wing Ice Prevention Method by Dr William Geer

Dr William Geer, a Corner research chemist, has developed a new method to keep airplane wings clear of ice. The system aims to enhance flight safety and efficiency by preventing ice buildup during operation.

William ©. Geer Corner

Ancient Cave Tomb Found In New Mexico Hills

A 4,000 year old cave tomb of the Basket Maker race was discovered in the Pinyon hills of New Mexico by James White. Skeletons of antelope like animals and headless human remains with mortuary offerings were found, suggesting one of the most ancient cultures in the southwest buried in dry caves along canyon walls.

Pinyon Hills New Mexico James White Coverer Carlsbad Caryon Wats

Sister Seeks Brother In Cambridge Theft Case

In Cambridge Massachusetts James McArthur stole a sleeping boy named William Mercer outside a doctor's office hoping to find a sister figure. The incident centers on a young suspect and a missing child report tied to a local medical facility.

Cambridge Mass James McArthur Small Villiam Mercer

Classified Ads Trial Encourages Readers to Try

A brief classified note invites readers to test the newspaper’s ads with a trial. It emphasizes that a trial will persuade and showcase potential buyers or participants.

London Gentleman Found Hiding in Cupboard at Midnight

A man identified as George Trust Coombe was found hiding in a cupboard at midnight. He told police he was waiting for a lady and refused to name her, claiming gentlemanly conduct.

London George Coombe

Dinner in London Honors Henry Warner Heirloom Will Event

Friends of Henry Warner, who died two years ago, gathered in London for an annual dinner party provided for in Warner's will. The gathering honored the benefactor’s bequest plan and marked the continuing family and social ties in the city.

London Henry Warner Warner

Pioneer Ira L. Welch to Attend Opening in Atlantic

Ira L. Welch, pioneer shoe dealer, entered the business 43 years ago in Oskaloosa and now runs a store in Atlantic. He is president of the Northwestern Independent Shoe Retailers Association with five states. He will attend the formal opening Friday. Meet him then.

Ira L. Welch Welch Oskaloosa Atlantic Northwestern Independent Shoe Retailer’s Association Fred L. Moore Mr. Moore Washington Griswold, Jows

Art Prall to Stay On as Shoes and Fitting Expert

Arthur Prall arrived in Washington two years ago to work as a salesman for Warle W. Corbin s Company. The firm announces that Art will remain with them, noting his broad Washington acquaintance and his expertise in shoes and shoe fitting.

Arthur Prall Prall Washington Warle W. Corbin

Washington Move Sparks Personal Reflections

A resident in Washington shares feelings about relocation, admitting uncertainty and misgivings while noting it is a major life event and a departure from prior stability. The narrator emphasizes the significance of the move in a personal context.

Washington

Enna Jettick Health Shoe Store Announces New Lines

Local shop promotes continuing Enna Jettick line with $5.00 and $6.00 prices, S-YOU-LIKE-IT hosiery, Nunn Bush and other boot brands, Ball-Band rubber goods, and Lassmate children shoes. Brannock fitting system emphasized for better comfort. Friday souvenirs promised with flowers for ladies, bill folds for men, and rulers and whistles for children.

Nunn- Bush Friendly Five Carter Kangaroo Lion Brand Ball-Band Corbin

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Priscilla Club Steve Stewart W. R. Mount John Pratt Ruth Ringman Edith White M. Nellie Masson Hart, Michigan Frank Stewart Iowa Ave C. S. Williams C. S. Lemmon Ernest Mashall Lester Jones Josephine Stewart Lois Wilkins Anna Bowman Myss Frank Sage Cy Bush Dewey Wellman Ola Jacobs C. KE. Hamilton Prairie Flower Benjamin Moore S. E. Cor Rothmnoor Wayne Knitting Millis Chariton Country Club Rebecca W. R Washington County E. V. McCollum Johns Hopkins University McCollum Vivian Mercer Vivian J. Welch Howard Welch-Moore Shoe Company Wilson HE Eagle Lassmate Welch- Moore Shoe Co East Side Square Earle W. Corbin & Co Washington, Iowa
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