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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
5
An ad touts Kruschen Salts as the daily mineral mix to purify blood and aid kidneys and bowels in clearing waste. A half teaspoon in hot water each morning supposedly melts fat, improves skin, and delivers a healthier figure, with a four week supply available at Lemmon's Pharmacy or progressive druggists. Amelia Money guarantees money back if not convinced.
Local girls anticipate wedding wear ideas from a Crawford film at Fosth tre theater. The program stages a lavish fashion show with Miss Crawford revealing latest trouser suits and costume trends for every hour of the day. The sequence includes boudoir, beach, sport, afternoon and evening outfits with matching hats and accessories.
Physicians note Phillips Milk of Magnesia eases nausea and vomiting during pregnancy with a small dose. The antacid also relieves heartburn, sour stomach, and gas, while its laxative action aids regularity. It doubles as a mouthwash to reduce acid erosion.
A Battle Creek physician states constipation causes major misery and introduces Rexall Orderlie tablets as a water-based laxative. The product claims to soften dry waste for a gentle natural movement without tolerance buildup. Chew one orderlie at night for a brighter tomorrow. Get 24 for 25 cents at Rexall Drug Stores.
The Graham theatre presents Wallace Smith film Montero the Killer set in the Mojave desert. Mitchel Lewis Walter Long Gen Duryea Charles Middleton and Jim Denton appear in rugged supporting roles with a sheriffs posse and twelve world champion cowboys providing color. Rod La Roque stars with Doris Kenyon who sings Just a Little Kiss written for her by Harry Tierney. Lambert Hillyer directed the desert shoot and production spanned weeks in a desert encampment.
Osceola hosts a festival of fire August 16 to 21 at the Southern Town fair. Headlining fireworks mix old favorites such as rockets and fountains with new European futuristic displays. Highlights include a giant American flag, hanging chains, old wheels, and a multi colored canopy of fire, plus the Pyro Whoopee presentation.
Report notes an unprecedented display titled Auroral 1 Borealis blending light and sound at the Southern Laws fair and exposition. August 17 promises sacred fireworks and a concert by the Famous Aryl's band drawing large crowds. Also reports Miss Mayine F. Dodds died in Spokane Washington with funeral services planned.
Betty Stepenen, one of Washington's most traveled young ladies, plans a three week journey this summer. She returns from Chicago and will depart Saturday for Yellowstone Park with friend Mary, Jean Thre, and Mr. and Mrs. Densmore Guthrie of Motine. The auto party will travel via Salt Lake City.
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