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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1929
Page
4
A jumble of notes from 1929 discusses biblical quotes and public figures, mentioning a Zeppelin sighting near Washington and contrasting political actions. It includes personal vignettes from Columbus Junction about community letters and a father's birthday memory, tying local life to national events.
A humorous column muses on zeppelins touring Washington and the view from a roof, noting signs calling Washington the Cleanest City In Town. It weaves in whimsical thoughts on a Bailey Building elevator, local scenery, and playful poems about poets and quilts.
Mrs Aida Gibrick of Davenport arrived last evening and will stay a few days with Mr and Mrs W. Bringing, continuing social visits in the local community.
Mr and Mrs Richards traveled to Hayesville Iowa for a one day trip to attend the community picnic at the former Richardson home Thy.
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