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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1927
Page
8
Word from Aaron Stafford in Big Stone South Dakota says his father is gradually improving after asthma troubles. Various town residents travel or visit relatives, attend fairs, and return from trips to Burlington Hastines Marengo and Denver.
Mrs FE J Richards arrived from Ainsworth to spend the day with her daughter Mrs Harry Swift. Mr and Mrs W B Sleighholm of Lethbridge Alberta Canada visit friends in West Chester area. Sleighholm, sister of Mrs Carl Walton, has been here several weeks and reports a bumper wheat crop. he will return in a few days where he works as an engineer on the Canadian Pacific railroad.
In 1807 on August 10 a business deal of 5 000 000 was completed between Steinway and Sons piano manufacturers Incorporated in New York and purchased by an English syndicate. We unpacked a case of ARCH PRE SERVER pumps for women and two pairs began service this morning with more expected this week. Call to see Florsheims Ladies Hosiery.
R. H. Pieper of Washington won the Eldon trap shoot yesterday breaking 95 of 100 birds. James Powell of Ottumwa finished second.
The reminiscence recalls visits to a Chautauqua with family travel in a carriage and hitching Allerton to a tree in Tourist Park. It mentions long walks home and first encounters with ice cream cones shaped flat then rolled into a cone, evoking nostalgic memories.
A brief note emphasizes the importance of lability and collision coverage for drivers. It argues that adequate insurance ensures repayment of costs whether or not an accident occurs, promoting mental security and financial safety for motorists. See us.
Mr and Mrs Wisie Lange drive to Davenport for a fair visit. J R McGinnis and party including Annetta, Lester, Mrs A H Stephens, Dessie Strance and Althea of North Washington Pa and Mae Morris of Butler Pa travel to Letts to visit Mrs Merle Dodder.
To Washington County Iowa To Washington Township Washington County Iowa City of Washington Iowa and to whom it may concern you are notified that the report of C H Young Engineer for Drainage District No Right Washington County Iowa certifying Craig Construction Company work under its contract has been completed to the engineer's satisfaction The report is set for hearing before the Board of Supervisors at the Courthouse Washington Iowa on August 25 1927 at 1 o'clock p m You may appear and show cause why the report should not be accepted By order of the Board of Supervisors
Mrs Dessie Shance and daughter Althea from north Washington arrive after visits in Ohio and Indiana. Mr and Mrs J R McGinnis host with Mrs Mae Morris from Butler Pa. Families travel to Brighton Keota Fairfield Davenport Los Angeles and Chicago. chautauqua and Coppock reunion planned. local notices include battery pricing and car service.
Mr and Mrs James Chapman returned from a two week vacation at Lake Okoboji with stops in Des Moines. Miss Cathryne Caldwell is recovering from tonsil and adenoids surgery. Mrs Chapman plans a short visit with her parents Mr and Mrs L B Donaldson. Warren's Seed Store notes appear at the end.
Washington County residents attending the State Fair are welcome to visit the State Democratic Headquarters. Located just south of the ampl theater, the center invites guests to feel at home during the fair. F. E. Smith, Co. Chairman. 15812
Gabriel Snubbers present cost effective auto suspension aids designed to smooth rough roads. The devices promise a comfortable ride and are marketed as budget friendly shopping options for vehicle owners.
If your closed car is dirty and dusty on the inside bring it in and have Joe's use the vacuum clean ey on it.
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