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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1927
Page
7
Two youths, Oscar Poelvoorde, 17, and Paul Yeuter, 16, both of Rock Island, died after breaking through thin ice in Liscola. Frank Poelvoorde, brother of Oscar, confirmed the tragedy as authorities investigated the incident.
A car was recovered from the lagoon and a person rescued in a desperate escape. A youth, in fragile condition from exposure, was saved but two bodies were recovered indicating a deadly incident.
Cedar Rapids Iowa December 7. The will of the late A N Palmer reveals employees of the Palmer writing method empire will become major stockholders in his two companies. Those with ten years service will receive stock.
Washington reports a near 1919 level of party alignment as the 70th Congress begins. Senate seats split 48 Republicans 47 Democrats 1 Farmer Labor. House shows 237 Republicans 195 Democrats 2 Farmer Labor and 1 Socialist.
A slight decrease in the size of the United States Army over the last fiscal year is reported. The change reflects a smaller active force compared with 1926 levels as officials note adjustments in staffing and budgetary priorities.
Major General Lutz Wahl reports the aggregate strength at 133,268 compared with 133,443 in 1926 and 92,035 in 1913. The army horse corps and West Point cadets raise present strength to 134,861. Officers Reserve Corps increase of 6,185 brings current size to 119,014.
Various meetings and social events announced including Havre social club with Mrs How ard Witting and Walnut Woman's club with Mrs Craig both Thursday afternoon. Delta Alpha class social with Mrs Speider on Dec 8. Ladies Bible class at Presbyterian church 2 30 with needles and thread. Ainsworth W R C election of officers. W R C barrell of fruit and jelly drive to Marshall town home by Dec 8. Friendship club at Alvin Shaw home 6 30 Friday bring silver and dishes. Ladies Aid of Methodist church Friday invitation to all. U P Church Ladies Aid December 9 2 30 Christmas program invitation to all.
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