Picnic Gathering at Sunset Park by Local Families
A Sunset Park group picnic featured a noon pie supper and an afternoon band concert. Washington families included Emil Peiffer Brennaman McGraws. Ainsworth families Cal Pearson Tom McGraw Clarence McGraw. Haskins George Murphy family. Keota Dave Hlagist. Monmouth John Blair family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunset Park
Emil Peiffer
Elmus Brennaman
George McGraw
J. H. McGraw
Washington
Cal Pearson
Tom McGraw
Clarence McGraw
Mrs Schmelzer Feted at Shower in Forinash Home
WEST CHESTER August 5 Mrs Fred Forinash and Mrs Will Embree hosted at the Forinash home in honor of Mrs Joe Schmelzer a recent bride. Guests made scrapbooks with current song illustrations then showered the bride with kitchen gifts. Refreshments followed with miniature rose umbrellas as favors and pink and white flowers on small tables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Chester
Fred Forinash
Will Embree
Joe Schmelger
Standard Bearers of Crawfordsville Meet in Church
The Standard Bearers of the Methodist church met in the social rooms with ten present. Yula Rose led devotions Ina Mae Walker led the stewardship study Alberta Cochrane reviewed the last chapter Florence Rich and Irene Rich led entertainment. Weather Bags were checked and valued by day. A pot luck supper followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawfordsville
Methodist Church
Yula Rose
Ina Mae Walker
Alberta Cochrane
Florence
Irene Rich
Nito
S & C Club Meeting at Mrs Havel's Riverside Home
Riverside August 5 Mrs Fred Havel hosted the S and C club at her Riverside area home. Ten members and one guest Mrs Ralph Kohlicek attended for a social afternoon with a light luncheon. Next meeting to be hosted by Mrs Robert Wells on Friday afternoon August 14 at Koenig Home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Fred Havel
S. & C. Club
Ralph Kohlicek
Robert Wells
Koening
Herman Koenig
Erwin Koenig
Cora Davis
Dorothy, Helen
Johanna Colbert
Earl Cline
Pigmy Elephants At Davenport Big Show Arrives Aug 11
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum Bailey Circus brings the world’s largest traveling zoo to Davenport on Tuesday Aug 11 for matinee and evening performances. It features the first herd of African pygmy elephants and pygmy pongurs, plus 1009 menagerie animals and 700 horses. The 16 000-seat big top spans seven rings and a huge hippodrome, with Col Tim McCoy in the Indian Village and an international cast of acts and aerial spectacles. Also noted is a court notice regarding real estate title quieting in Washington District Court, with the September 7 1936 term start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ringling Bros. and
Barnum & Bailey
Davenport
Africa
America
Col
Tim McCoy
Col. McCoy
Congress of
Rough Riders of
Naites
Europe
Walkmirs
Alntaleks
Buemrangs
Romeos
Maschinos
Robertos
Willes
Torrence-Victorios
Rooneys
Flying Comets
Dorothy Herbert
Hugo
Mario
Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey
Social Calendar for Pilotburg and Nearby Groups
Thursday events include Pilotburg Ladies Aid Mrs Clyde Kennard ring covered dish and table service Kolah club 2 pm Mrs John Cherry COC class of West Chester M KH church all day meeting Mrs Rosamin Shellman near Olds bring sandwiches and dish to pass dessert and drink furnished Ladies Aid 1 30 pm St Pauls Evangelical church H J club afternoon Mrs John Shalla Jr Pansy Hill club afternoon Mrs Karl Kephart Quiltwork XV club afternoon Mrs Charles Schiebel Amateur contest Independence club afternoon Mrs J H Brenneman Snowball Social club picnic at noon Sunset park all for er members invited basket dinner Friday 1 pm Young Womens Missionary society picnic at 1 pm Mrs P B Whisler bring dish to pass table service and sandwiches Meet at church by 12 30 Regular Rebekah meeting and initiation 8 pm I O O F hall Degree staff please be present and bring robes W M S of M EB church 2 30 pm Social hall at church Mrs Bertha Phillips leader CU PP Women s Missionary society afternoon division 2 15 pm at church Saturday Bethel community picnic noon Sunset Park basket dinner ice cream to be furnished
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pilotburg
Karl Kephart
Charles Schiebel
Independence Club
J. H. Brenneman
Sunset Park
Young Women’s Missionary Society
BF. Whisler
Rebekah
I. O
O. I
W. Ih
Ehurely
Bertha Phillips
Women’s Missionary Society
Bethel
Mr and Mrs G Brock Open House for 51st Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Geo Washington Brock observed their 51st wedding anniversary Sunday at their Third Street home in Columbus Junction. Friends called during the day and evening. He is a retired Rock Island Lines bridge carpenter and they have a son William at home. Mrs Brock, 82, was noted for flower growing and baking at the local fair, with many premiums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus Junction
Ave
Geo. Washington Brock
Third St
Brock
Rock Island Lines
California
Northwest
William
Violet James and Trevannion Jones Wed Last Evening
Violet James daughter of Mr and Mrs J S James and Trevannion A Jones son of C C Jones were married last evening at 7 oclock in the Baptist parsonage Rev M C Carstensen officiating The bride wore a white silk dress and matching accessories They were accompanied by the bride s parents Clarence Lee and Miss Pauline Hamilton The couple will reside with the bridegroom s father at 509 West Second Street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet James
J. S. James
Trevannion A. Jones
C. C. Jones
Baptist Parsonage
M. C. Carstensen
Clarence Lee
Pauline Hamilton
Washington High School
West Second Street
Human Cargo at Fox Theatre Delivers High Tension Thrills
A new film titled Human Cargo stars Claire Trevor and Brian Donlevy with Alan Dinehart Ralph Morgan Helen Troy and Rita Hayworth. The drama centers on a vicious crime ring and a reporter seeking headlines as danger escalates across a tense plot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox Theatre
Claire Trevor
Brian Donlevy
Alan Dinehart
Ralph Morgan
Helen Troy
Rita Cansino
Aid to Civilization Promotes Civic Harmony
Jud Tonkins argues that civilization would progress more smoothly if people aimed to please each other rather than clash. the remark emphasizes social cooperation and less conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jud Tonkins
Expert says home tremors felt more than rides during quakes
An earthquake expert notes that residents in houses perceive stronger shaking while occupants in vehicles report minimal jolts. The comment highlights differing experiences based on location during seismic events.
Stewart Relatives Meet for Picnic at Sunset Park
A Stewart family reunion was held Saturday noon at Sunset Park with about forty five relatives in attendance. A basket dinner was served and the afternoon was spent socially. Attendees included Mrs Ches ter Allen Chicago Thomas Stewart San Diego Calif Mr and Mrs Walter Stewart Imogene Robert Rosaline Rock Island Il Mrs Maude Statler Ruth Clarence Mr and Mrs Milton Jones Fairfield Miss Jessie B Stewart Oakdale Mr and Mrs J J Fitzgerald Ainsworth and Lowell Edmondson Iowa City others present were W Allen Stewart Mr and Mrs Ralph Stewart Mr and Mrs Fred Db Stewart Ruth Alice and Frances Mrs Myrtle Pierce Mr and Mrs Russell Bell and Stewart Miss Nellie Tripp Mr and Mrs John Stewart Mr and Mrs Richard Stewart Mr and Mrs E L Stewart and daughters Margaret Kathryn Frances and Helen Mr and Mrs Cloyce Stewart and children Mildred Theodore Cannon Betty Louise Eather and Beulah Evelyn
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart
Sunset Park
Chester Allen
Chicago
Thomas Stewart
San Diego
Calif
Walter Stewart
Imogene
Robert
Rosaline
Rock Island, Il
Maude Statler
Ruth
Clarence
Milton Jones
Fairfield
Jessie B. Stewart
Oakdale
J. J. Fitzgerald
Ainsworth
Lowell Edmondson
Iowa City
W. Allen Stewart
Ralph Stewart
Fred Db. Stewart
Ruth Alice and
Freances
Myrtle Pierce
Russell Bell and
Nellie Tripp
John Stewart
Helen Greiner Honored At Linen Shower Monday
A linen shower for Miss Helen Greiner was hosted by Mrs. W. T. Carson and daughter at 1126 East Washington Street. Helen, soon to wed Robert Carson, received many gifts as pink and white decor brightened the two course lunch and guests enjoyed bride games and towel hemming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Greiner
W. T. Carson
Helen
East Washington Street
Greiner
Robert Carson
J. R. Gallagher
James Wagener
Dorothy Greiner
Charles Crone
Horace Allen
Herbert Korf
Ralph Pratt
Anna Springer
Howard McBride
Nels
Westermark
Virginia Lemley
Margaret Griffith
Daisy Franklin
Julia McElhinney
Iowa City
Birthday greetings posted for local residents
The column lists several celebrants including Mrs. Roy B Downs Mrs I C Steele of Riverside A E Reeves Mae Burris Mrs Minnie Dennison Junior Red linger Dorthy Mae Putman age ten and her father William Putman Robert Richard Lowe Crawfordsville age seven Darlene Peters ten Keith Baker whose father celebrates birthday this Saturday Mrs Lucinda Fordyce age eighty lives at 609 East Main Street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy B. Downs
I. C. Steele
Riverside
A. E. Reeves
Mae Burris
Minnie Dennison
Junior Redlinger
Dorthy Mae Putman
William Putman
Robert Richard Lowe
Crawfordsville
Darlene Peters
Keith Baker
Lucinda Fordyce
East Main Street
Waggoner Gowey Reunion Held At Brighton Park
The annual Waggoner Gowey reunion took place Sunday August 2 at Brighton park with 118 attendees. A committee led by Ruth Luers Edie Watinger and Mrs H M Kelley was chosen for next year. The program featured songs recitations and solos performed by members including Bruce Bennett Lucy May Gowey and Joyce Culver among others. A long list of attendees across many towns including Fairfield Peoria Chicago Des Moines and Marshalltown attended with many families noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brighton
Waggoner-Gowey
Brighton Park
Ruth Luers
Edie Watinger
H. M. Kelley
America
Bruce
Bob Bennett
Leroy Bennett
Ralph Gowey
Lucy May Gowey
Dorothy
Aletha Way
Fonder
Ralph Waggoner
Forrest Lynn
John Simmering
Roy Nelson
Lucy Jones
Harvey Waggoner
Chester Bat- Inger
Washington
Peoria
EF. B. Bennett
K. C. Culver
Oakfield
Wis
Eleanor Sekerkie
Chicago
O.S. Gowey
Edie Ratimier
Pleasant Plain
Martha Cook
Rubio
Emmett Gowey
Osceola
Mark Wagcotier
Ollie
Marian Troutman
Troy
B. D. Fox
Oskaloosa
Ruth
Janette Gowey
Des Moines
N. H. Bennett
Marshalltown
Birdie Robinson
Richland
Maurice Gowey
Harry Hamilton
Carl Daering
Otis Waggoner
O. T. Gowey
Mary Gowey
Roman Borkoski
Marshall Coil
Inez and
Rodney Gowey
Lloyd Luers
Afternoon division of U P Missionary Meeting Friday
The United Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Society afternoon division will gather at the church Friday at 2 15 p m. Mrs Lizzie Crawford leads the afternoon session with Mrs W A Cook and Mrs D J Patterson on the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Society
Lizzie Crawford
W. A. Cook
D. J. Patterson
Shalem Class Luncheon Honors Mrs Barker at Church
The Shalem Sunday school class of the M. E. church held a covered dish luncheon in the basement of the church. Officers were elected, a short program followed with class history read by Mrs. Charles Welsh and readings by Mrs. Pearl Whistler. Birthday wishes for teacher Mrs. Parker included a handkerchief shower and a cake. Eighteen members attended with two visitors from Keota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shalem Group
M. E. Church
T. F. Barker
Charles Welsh
Pearl Whistler
Parker
W. F. Sauterburg
Ed Lins
Irene Clendening
Keota
Spanish War Veterans to Meet at James Baird Home
Spanish War veterans and wives invited to James Baird home six miles northwest of Washington for ice cream cake and a short business meeting Thursday evening August 6 at o o clock. The annual Godlove reunion to be held Sunday August 9 at Riverside park 1463.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Baird
Washington
Godlove
Hiverside Park
Joe E Brown to star in Earthworm Traitors at State Theatre
Joe E Brown headlines the film Earthworm Traitors at the State Theatre starting Thursday. He plays Alexander Botts with June Travis and Carol Hughes as leading ladies, backed by Guy Kibbee Dick Foran and other cast members in the First National feature based on Hazlett Upson stories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Botts
William Hazlett Upson
Saturday Evening Post
Botts
Joe E. Brown
Joe
June Travis
Carol Hughes
Guy Kibbee
Dick Foran
Gene Lockhart
Olin Howland
Joseph Crehan
Sara Edwards
Charles Wilson
William Davidson
Irving Bacon
Stuart Holmes
War Veterans and Wives Invited to J Baird Home
War veterans and their wives are invited to the home of James Baird six miles northwest of town tomorrow evening at 8 o clock. Tea cream and cake will be served and a short business meeting will follow.
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James Baird
Home Missionary Meeting Planned at M E Church
The Women’s Home Missionary Society of the Methodist church will hold a Friday afternoon gathering in the church social hall. Mrs Bertha Phillips will lead the program, with the meeting starting at 2 30 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Missionary
M. E. Church
Women's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Bertha Phiilips
Delicate Style of Conferring Compliments Cited
A concise aphorism notes that dispensing with ceremony is the gentlest form of giving praise. The quote elevates simplicity as a refined social gesture, suggesting understated acts can honor merit better than pomp.
Mrs Earl Kephart Hosts Panay Hill Club Meeting
Mrs Earl Kephart will entertain the Panay Hill club tomorrow afternoon at her home three miles southeast of Washington. Quilt work will provide diversion for the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Kephart
Panay Hill Club
Washington
Modern Way Reduces Music Study Pressure for Uninterested Children
A new approach to music education suggests children who dislike studying music can still engage via radio programs and accessible lessons. Experts note flexible formats, parental support, and interest-driven activities may boost participation without formal curricula.
Seek Preservative for Historic Masonry Walls
A clear transparent waterproof solution is proposed to be sprayed on prehistoric masonry walls to preserve cliff dwellings and pueblo ruins, following potential adoption by the National Park Service. The plan emphasizes providing protection against moisture while maintaining wall integrity and historical authenticity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Park Service
District Court Notice of Petition in Washington County Iowa
Plaintiffs seek legal action in the September Term 1936 case against numerous named defendants and unknown claimants in Washington County Iowa. The petition is now on file in the Clerk of the District Court office along with details of real estate described as Tract One and Tract Two in Washington County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Zieglowsky
Selina Zieglowsky
Norman F. Bean
District Court
Court House
City of
Washington
Wash
District Court of
Iowa
Washington County
Margaret Clark
Jesse Williams
William Dean
Wim Dean
Mary Anne Dean
Levi Clark
William Alexander
Samuel M. Cox
Nehemiah Tunis
W. A1. Alexander
Solomon Wise
William H. Alexander
Lametta J. Alexander
William H. Lowrey
William H. Lowery
Asenath Lowery
James Boyd
Henry Boyd
George Pp. Temple
John Swickard
Aassignee
Thomas Claiborne
Margaret E. Swickard
Mary Jane Boyd
P. H. Boyd
Mary Boyd
P. H Boyd
Deborah Boyd
Low
District Court of Iown
Bailey Attorneys Propose Judgment in County Suit
The text notes a court action in Yington County with a default entered against the defendant and judgment to be rendered as prayed in the plaintiff's petition. Theodore Pf. Bailey appears as attorney for the plaintiffs. August 6, 12, 19, 2¢ references indicate filing or advertising dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ington County
Towa
Theodore Pf. Bailey
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Mrs. Schmelzer
Forinash
S & C Clb
Feuven and
John Lemmon
Optometrists East Side
Bares
Tye
G. Brock
Trevannion Jones
Waggoner
Gowey
U. P
Shalem
J. Baird
Mrs. Earl Kephart
Cc. V. Crull Insurance Temple
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Mt. Rainier
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