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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1920
Page
3
W D Hesseltine of the south of town was struck by a board that flew from a threshing machine while he stooped to remove a piece of wood. He suffered a facial gash requiring two stitches and a swollen ear. The injury occurred Saturday during threshing at the T M Beenblossom farm south of town and he was treated at a doctor’s office.
The third Washington Improvement League general meeting of the year heard committee reports and plans for further city improvements. Membership rose to a high level, with a one day drive drawing new members and a $686.32 treasury after a profitable ice cream festival. Committees reported on a lecture series, Sunset Park playground slide, plant and bulb exchanges, and ongoing playground equipment planning. A cleanup effort committee was formed to address dirty streets and alleys.
Galton Urbach and John Nash join a house party entertained by David Warfel over the weekend in Iowa. George W. Stewart notes See our John Deere and Meadows grain dumps. A marriage license was issued Saturday to Duane McCracken and Artalissa Coffin. Miss Letha Chisler from Delta visited Owen Allgood on Saturday evening.
Booklets detailing the 1920 chautauqua program have been printed and are ready for distribution. The event opens August 17 with a Chicago Opera company concert and introductory talks. Season tickets cost $2 for adults, half fare for children under 15, and free under 10. single admissions are 50 cents.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Rankin and daughter Dorothy Gertrude have been visiting Mrs Rankins parents Mr and Mrs Geo Brinton. They left today by automobile for Garner Iowa. Walter Barnett arrived from Waterloo for a vacation visit. Mr and Mrs S W Shannon and daughter Alice Mrs Morris and Glenn Ogie of Bowling Green Missouri arrived to spend a few days with Mrs W A Shannon and relatives, traveling by auto.
Washington and Wayland base ball teams did not meet as planned yesterday afternoon. The Washington squad was ready and a crowd gathered, but Wayland failed to show up, claiming fear of rain. A spectator pickup team played three innings starting about four o'clock, giving Washington some practice. Next Sunday Washington will play at Rubio and a Muscatine team will visit the town the following week. Twilight League slate lists Mechanics versus Bankers, Moose versus Barbers, and Button Cutters versus Firemen on successive nights.
Miss Lucy Johnson of Columbus Ohio visiting the Mayhew family here was guest of honor at a Saturday sunset park picnic. The six o clock meal featured assorted picnic foods and a joyful gathering of the Mayhew relatives and friends including W C Mayhew Frank Mayhew and families, Mrs Libe, Clement Griffith, Gladys Ireland, and others.
Shalom Group meets Tuesday evening with Miss Hazel Siberts at 403 E Madison St to discuss important business and collect dues. Eureka Sunday school serves ice cream and cake in the church basement Tuesday Aug 10. K of P holds regular meeting Monday with report from Grand Lodge. World Wide Guild Girls host monthly social Tuesday 7:45 pm at the church. Mothers' club meets Wednesday at 2 30 pm with Mrs C H Bickford.
Enthusiasm at the Riverside county fair push meeting drew a large crowd during a Saturday band concert. Alex Miller of Washington urged a county fair to boost farming and livestock, noting Riverside and Iowa township should unite with Washington county affairs. Iowa township boosters reported nearly 2000 dollars subscribed and pledged strong effort from the five local members.
The Primary Department will hold a picnic in Sunset Park on Wednesday at 3 PM. Children should bring sandwiches and cookies.
Donald Eugene Clute two months old died today near Crawfordsville after an illness that began Friday. He was the son of Mr and Mrs J H Clute who formerly lived in this community. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 3 PM at the Stones MecKlhinney chapel with Rev W L Dalton of the Christian church officiating. Interment will be in Elm Grove cemetery.
A cheerful note reports welcome rain ending dust and benefiting farmers. The writer mentions a fishing trip in Minnesota, a quick pairing with Dan Aughey, and strong poultry demand. W. S. Reister & Sons are cited as the source.
Funeral services were held Saturday at four o'clock at the East Main home for J. D. McLaughlin who died Thursday. Pastor Rev. J. M. Wishart officiated with Rev. A. R. Oates and Rev. Leslie Mountford assisting. Miss Bertha Hay and Mrs. Leslie Mountford sang a duet. Active pallbearers included Dr. J. C. Boice T. J. McElhinney J. M. Godfrey Ernest Nelson L. D. Robinson and A. B. Dil. Honorary pallbearers were Dr. W. E. Anderson R. L. Coulter Everette Stewart Ross Van Nostrand J. T. Matthews and D. N. An Wyl from the First United Presbyterian Church. Burial was in Elm Grove Cemetery.
Washington and much of the county were visited yesterday evening by a substantial shower. The rain, averaging about .80 of an inch in town and generous in most sections, relieved corn moisture needs though some areas saw strong winds that lay crops flat. No further particulars available today.
A Courier Journal item quotes a humorous exchange where a patron requests the orchestra play something slower so he can chew his food properly, noting his difficulty with waltz tempo. The light anecdote reflects social dining manners in a formal setting.
A local quip on marriage likens a supposedly wicked man to a figure with a “better half.” The remark reflects social humor in the period as speakers debate virtue and partnership.
Funeral services for Mrs. Dennis Bush will be held Tuesday morning at ten o'clock at the Jones and McElhinney chapel. The body, who died in Oklahoma City, is expected to reach Washington this evening. No particulars as to her death have been received. The Bush family formerly lived in this community.
Dr J A Thompson president of Tarkio College Tarkio Mo preached yesterday at both services in the First United Presbyterian church His sermons drew large audiences and he announced a Bible and missionary conference to be held this month at the college Rev R F Galloway of Fort Smith Ark previously of Washington will preach at the First church next Sabbath
In a brisk exchange Miss Verner laments delaying the opening number while Mr Sloman retorts that they have waited hours. She then affectionately rests her cheek on his shirt front in a tender moment.
Tom Hartman aged 24, an incompetent, son of Mr and Mrs Ike Hartman of What Cheer, died at the county farm in Sigourney after falling into a boiling water vat while carrying water to the wash house. He stood on a box to reach the vat, it tipped, and he slid head first into the boiling liquid, sustaining fatal burns despite quick rescue.
Aug 9. Thursday night the oil engine that powered the light plant broke loose at the crank, bent the piston and conection, scattered bearings, and wrecked the machine. Melcher returns to kerosene lamps. no service planned. Des Moines high line nearby could supply parts if obtainable.
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