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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1924

Page

7

Would Cut Out Bridge Toll

A campaign to complete the Missouri river bridge at Yankton South Dakota by October 15 as a toll free bridge is launched by John Halle of St Helena Nebraska a Meridan highway association member. Halle has a pledge of cooperation from Governor McMaster of South Dakota.

Columbus Neb Missouri River Yankton Nebraska South Dakota John Halle St Helena Meridan Highway Association Halle McMaster

Indians Initiate Jackie Coogan in Navajo Ceremony

In Albuquerque on August 5 a group of Navajo medicine men led by Hoskay Yesshil 106 years old the tribe's oldest war chief initiated Jackie Coogan boy movie star into Benny Yul thie tribe of talking eyes ceremony confirming his status within the community and marking a rare cultural event

Albuquerque, N. M Hoskay Yesshil Jackie Coogan Benny Yulthie

Milking Machine Claims 18 Cows an Hour

A new gasoline driven milking device is reported to milk eighteen cows per hour. The machine is described as self cleansing and designed for efficiency in dairy operations.

Radio Program Listings From Across the Nation

A compilation of radio station schedules shows a wide range of programs including orchestras bands recitals talks dances and educational segments across cities from Atlanta and Chicago to New York Boston and Washington. Highlights include live concerts by ensembles such as the Jubilee and Evangelical Young People convention music discussions and various dance and recital times.

Wmaq Chicaco WLS Chicago WQJ Mmn KYW WLW Cincinnati WFAA Dallas News Hawai'an WOC Davenport WHO Des Moines WWJ Detroit News News Wtas Elein WOS Jefferson City WDAF Kansas City Star KHJ Los Angeles Whas Courier-Journal Louisville Times WGI Medford WIZ New York WHN WEAF WOR Newark Wdar Philadelphia WFI Philadelphia Orchestra

Chinese Driver Fined for City Parking Violation

In Waterloo four member Chinese colony, a driver admitted parking a car over an hour in the business district, and was fined in court this morning for violating the traffic ordinance.

Waterloo

Thumbprint Clue in Molasses Case Is Recalled

Without Trace Baby faces scrutiny as investigators consider fingerprints found in molasses linked to past hits. Authorities seek connections between the suspect and the crime spree, noting the unusual evidence may complicate the case.

Defense test framed as national peace education

Secretary Weeks defends Defense Day plan calling it a public demonstration of mobilization to inform citizens. He compares it to a school fire drill, emphasizes open plans for peaceful defense, and cites constitutional duties and 1920 act foundations. Governor Brandon supports Sept. 12 Defense Day in Alabama.

Washington, D. C Weeks War Department Congress Nen United States Montgomery Ala W. Brandon Alabama Brandon Coolidge David C. Shanks Fourth Corps

Flam ing Youth Captures Hollywood Beauty Market

Hollywood beauty scene dominates the city as Warner Fabian presents Flaming Youth a picturization of his sensational contemporary life story. The film screens at the local theater, drawing crowds seeking the glamour and scandal of early Hollywood.

Hollywood Flist National Warner Fabian

Fox Theatre Photoplay Showcases Beauty Prize Winners

The ballroom and bathing pool scenes feature a dozen touring beauties from a nationwide contest. Doris Stone won the London Daily Mirror prize as England’s petite beauty while Dorothy Dial of Dallas claimed the most shapely figure in the southwest. Judges included Howard Chandler Christy and Flo Ziegfeld. Over 1,000 contestants from Texas to New Mexico competed. Frank Nebel of Wayland visited town Saturday.

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