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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1939
Page
6
Poem traces Washington Iowa's birth from 1839 to 1939 with pioneer effort and a centennial planned. References a fountain memorial and local clubs and committees preparing tributes, souvenirs, and preservation of old business houses.
A festive note invites friends from country and town to parades pageants and booths. Antiques drink food and bingo fill the scene as communities celebrate Washington and its homes lawns and flowers. The speaker pledges pride and gratitude for contributions and heritage.
Crawfordsville records show Mr and Mrs C J Hanson and daughter Margery of Phoenix Ariz visiting at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs William Edgar. Various relatives and friends pass through on visits and travels in the region including Mrs Daisy Huber and others from Burlington and Galva.
Announcement states increased business prompts leased office space at 211 East Second Street Ottumwa under Washington territory jurisdiction. Local agent Laloy Hratt notes new location becomes effective this month one door west of the Ottumwa Courier Building.
In Washington County Iowa Judge Beebly issues an order restraining public ridicule of Squire Livingston and his honest lawyer sign. The decree bans demeaning remarks about the Squire or his business sign while allowing thoughts not uttered aloud. community observers note the restraint targets public commentary.
State Department appointments include Henry F. Grady of California named assistant secretary of state succeeding Francis P. Sayre who becomes high commissioner of the Philippines. The nomination preserves the tariff commission role at vice chairman level.
Eager youngsters and spectators view a display of bombs from 100 to 2000 pounds during a Mitchell Field exhibition marking the U S army air corps thirtieth anniversary. Army bombers perform shows for thousands of visitors at air bases nationwide.
Cedric Olin was shot in the knee by a 410 shotgun while hunting with his cousin George Atkins near Wellman. The incident happened as they crawled through a fence, causing the gun to discharge. He was taken to Washington County Hospital for X rays and possible bullet removal. Appendectomy patient Yoder was also moved to Mercy Hospital in Iowa City.
The notice lists Masonic Westbound Lodge regular meetings and a dense timetable of Golden State Limited trains, Californians, mixed trains, and branch schedules. It also covers Burlington Trailways bus departures from Washington and onward connections to Chicago and other points, with agent names and purchase notes.
A noon basket dinner and afternoon program will mark the Benson school reunion near Havre on Wednesday August. Former pupils and teachers are urged to attend and participate in the event.
The article recalls Edgar Allan Poe's 1844 Victorian era moon hoax and Poe's 1855 account of a balloon crossing the Atlantic in three days aboard the Victoria. It notes public gullibility and Poe's suggestion that the voyage could have been possible, seen in light of later aviation advances.
A court decree and order determine Rouire Livingston's honesty and grant him the right to state his own truth or falsity. The publication of the ruling is ordered in the Washington Journal.
Mrs Albert Tenley died when her car rolled on a hill and she stepped out to stop it from sliding. Hugo Stolte’s vehicle was nearby. the emergency brake failed to hold, and a Cedar Kap driver struck Mrs Tenley while she attempted to pin the car at the roadside.
In Des Moines a state executive council adver tises a 1985 Cadillac sedan for sale amid questions over ownership of a 1925 model. The piece also notes Illinois coal purchases and Iowa trade moves, plus staff changes at the liquor control commission and a curious tale of Rep. Fishbaugh’s proposed name for the state comptroller.
Mr. and Mrs. Archie Farrier and children Merle and Orval along with Lloyd Farrier and Kathryn and Evelyn traveled July 22 to August 7. They visited Moline, Readstown, Storm Lake, Pembine, Iron Mountain, and Melton, touring mines, a saw mill, and a famed ski jump. They returned via Green Bay after a week of relatives and sightseeing.
Mrs FE W Speesard and Mrs Ida Hunt visited in Washington Friday. Mrs Herb Leatherbery of Davenport visits with her mother Mrs H Leatherbery and son Bill Leatherbery who is recovering from Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Roy Whiteman buys a new Ford V eight from Max White. Mrs Hattie White returns from Kellogg visit with Rev Theodore White and family. Mrs Geraldine Glasgow of Iowa City visits her mother Mrs Frank Wood after a Wisconsin trip. Grandma Alder reportedly well. Donald Stout birthday surprise with lawn games and cake. Little Jo Ellen Guy ill Friday but recovered by Saturday.
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