Local visits noted by Morie Lytle and others
Mrs Morie Lytle and her daughter visited the Burgess home in Eldora while Mrs Albert Horn and her daughters from Des Moines passed through town en route to Ainsworth to visit Mrs Bell Mc Creedy. Headlight lenses and bulbs are available at the White Way Garage. Mr and Mrs J D Haynes traveled to Fairfield to visit their son D R Haynes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morie Lytle
Eldora
Burgess Home
Albert Horn
Mies Harriett and
Marie
Des Moinés
Ainsworth
Bell McCreedy
J. D. Haynes
Fairfield
D. R. Haynes
A. C. White
G. W. Marr
Frank Halcomb
Mildred
Mrs. Freshwaters
Frank Gobble
Prohibition Law Planned to Curb Crime in Germany
Berlin reports a draft prohibition law to regulate liquor traffic at the September session. The measure aims to curb rising saloon numbers and curb crime linked to cheap cognacs and hard liquors. Berlin cafes and bars install American bars, champagne sales soar, and calls grow for stricter closing enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Berlin
Aue
Reichstag
Dean's
Fermentation Terms Update From 17th Century Linguistic Notes
A fragmentary account notes a glossary project on fermentation language by early dictionary makers and a Kentish dialect word Zyxt from the 14th century, traced through Oxford diary compilations and British Philological Society interests. The text suggests Zyxt may never become a standard word in the language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murray and Bogtish Philological Society
Ford
PLAN RELIEF FOR CUBA INQUIRY UNDER WAY
Washington reports officials are drafting Cuba relief measures but expect possible delays. General Robert Crowder sent a personal survey to assess needs and suggest remedies. Secretary Hughes and State Department head Sumner Welles will discuss the urgent recommendations to shape domestic economy changes on the island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cuba
Bobeh He Crowder
Cula
Sunmper Welles
State Department
Doctor Welles
Hughes
Island
Americans in Europe Hopeful on Prisoner Release
London reports say American relief officers in London trust word that American prisoners in Am sia have been freed and may depart. A secretary for the European director says vigilance is kept for any exit routes from Husalg and denies any escape through Mergerite Harri oon nes ne pet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Amsia
Riga
Watter J. Brown
Husalg
King of Signboards in English Heritage Display
The London Chronicle notes a remarkable signboard hoard at the White Mart in Seele Norfolk. Browne in 1663 called it the noblest signpost with carved stories including Charlton Cerberus Actacon and Diana. The signboard was raised in 165 and reportedly cost over 1000 and lasted until the late 18th century.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seele
Norfolk
Themes Browne
England
Charlton
Cerberus
Actacon
Diana
London Chronicle
Ten Years Ago: Taylor Buys 785 Head of Livestock
J F W Taylor bought 785 head of livestock in three days consisting of 750 head of sheep and no hogs. Nylots Quinine and Sage Hair Tonic advertised as coloring gray hair with fragrant odor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. W. Taylor
Local notices and ads fill page with visits sales and events
A jumble of notices lists farm land for trade, visits to Fairfield and Iowa City, a missing blue gray pup, auto parts and repairs, aero show trips, special sherbet and ice cream prices, and Tuesday through Sunday shopping spots. Names include Dempsey Land Company, Mrs Halcomb, Miss Nellie Wilson, Stephen Jeweler, Hartman's, White Way Garage, and many locals visiting kin or friends.
Wandering Governor Faces Indicted Charge and Flight
The Washington Herald notes the Lilinvis governor, indicted for pilfering 509000 in state funds while treasurer, avoiding arrest by driving on highways. Critics cite impact on Illinois reputation and call for surrender or speedy trial, citing allies like Chicago Mayor Thompson and references to Gilbert and Sullivan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lilinvis
Nea
Sangamon County
Small
Gilbert and Sullivan
Thompson
Chilcago
Washington Herald
Connecticut Smoke Law From 17 sternly decreed
In 17 stern decree Connecticut banned pleasure tobacco except once daily at meals and only in one’s own home, forbidding use in company. Penalty for violations was sixpence and one witness sufficed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustavus Myers
Swedish Safety Match Invented in Early 1800s
A Swedish manufacturer Linidstram introduced a safety match in 1804 avoiding phosphorus in the head. It uses a chlorate of potash mix and red phosphorus on the striking surface. The safety match is produced mainly in Sweden Norway and Japan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweden
Norway
Japan
City Heat Rises Without Shade and Greenery
The text notes that sun heat bounces off sidewalks and reflects into streets, making urban temperatures rise several degrees higher than rural areas when no trees or grass exist to absorb heat.
East Window Dining Suite Described for Local Column
A reader writes of a dining room suite placed in an east window, noting its appeal and asking for a description suitable for publication. The writer aims for a vivid, period tone that conveys style and charm to readers.
Local Social Notes From Washington Visit Or West Chester Shoppers
Miss Rhea Warren arrived from Muscatine to spend the weekend at her home. Mrs. Rey Bower of West Chester shopped in Washington. Mrs. G. W. Wells of West Chester visited Wellington yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhea Warren
Muscatine
Rey Bower
West Chester
Washington
G. W. Wells
Whellington
Adams creditors granted new bankruptcy hearing in Des Moines
Trustees and creditors of the defunct Adams Theaters company will get another chance to contest Elbert and Getchell retained ownership of the Prin cess and Empress theaters. A hearing is set for mid September after new briefs from associated creditors. The creditors say Elbert and Getchell deserve only damages, not the property equity, while the former owners claim the contract rights justify their stake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Adams Theaters Company
Elbert & Getchell
Princess and Empress Theaters
Frank Comfort
Theaters Firm Wins Reversion of Properties in Ruling
A court ruling upholds an order by Judge Comfort granting tens of theaters back to their former owners after buyers defaulted on payments. The latest decision leaves the previous judgment intact and rejected arguments to set it aside.
The Vamp's Mother Imaginative Vaupie Sales Mention
A Kansas City Star item describes a playful modern vampire parody figure as an imaginative improvement and a tall tale from a church scene, noting a home-made butterscotch price tag of $1.25 for a small treat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Dentist Responds To Cry From Baby
A dentist wakes from a warm bed to answer his infant's cry asking if a loud sound occurs when teeth erupt or are poling. The scene unfolds at Yonkers Rialto as the mystery remark echoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White
Yonkers Rialto
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FOX
Sensationu
Buck Jones
White Way
Washington Elevator Co
M. J. Redlinger
Alphonsa
Featrice
Junior
OG. F. Boller
West Washington St
City
Mutual
Lucille Pacha
Pleasant Plain
Clayton Neiswanger
Louisa McAltin
Oskaloosa
Howard McAltin
Davenport
George Timbermaan
Milwaukee
Ruth Lobrer
Keota
Rothschild’s
Dempsey Land Company
Mary Donnelly
J. P. Ryan
Irene
Viola Dana
Saturday Evening Post
Turnerville
McRamara Undertaking Co
Sanders & Skipton
John Shields & Sons
Dalley’s Taxi
Local and Country Service
Floyd Hoyle
Caruso
McNamaras
Washington State Department
Havana
Story Rede
King of
Waehmeter
County
McElhinney Drug Co
Wife
G. C
North Side
Harry Sheperd
Rock Island
Nellie Wilson
E. P. Hayes
Fred Alsins
Cedar Falls
BE. E. Lawrence
James C. Miller
Iowa City
Lone Tree
Stephen
Edith Nebergall
Downey and Town Cty
Pirestone and Miller
White Way Garage
S. G. Kiesing
Clifton and
Russell
Brooklyn
N. Y
N. D. Anderson
Stuart Hotel
FE. V. Simons
Lee
Hartman's
J. W. Harris
Belle Plaine
Phianna Shockley
W. C. Harding
Ada Maxine
Teledo
Lews
Dean
J. B. Wright
Donald
Hazel Brown
Clear Lake
Nambardt Bros
W. W. Wilson
Ftowa Avenue
Jaames Hollinrake
Keithsburg
Thomas Wheellan
Floyd Ellis
Juanita
Wilma
Centerville
W. C. van Nees
Sinclair
Duick
J. ©. Jones
Vina Hammis
Sigourney
Lloyd Moothart
William Salterburg
Herbert Essley
Skunk River
Morris Benda
Earl Salterburg
Parl Bidwell
Neiswanger
ADAMS
South Farm Garage
Nually
Washington County
Tug Oe
Marcelling
Mrs
Chas. Denison
Vamp
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