New Power Line Linked Keota to Sigourney and Area
Fifteen miles of poles and a new 60 day tested electric line connect Keota with Sigourney linking Iowa Gas and Electric plant in Washington to Southern Iowa Utilities plant in Sigourney. The Washington plant will supply Sigourney with current and emergencies only, not full Washington needs. A continuous line Now runs from Letts to Iowa River about ninety miles, merging local and Southern Iowa Utilities networks after their merger. Possible future extension from Wapello to Columbus Junction discussed but not planned.
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Keota
Sigourney
Iowa Gas and Electric Company
Washington
Southern Iowa Utilities Company
Sivourngy
Bio Local Electric Establishment
Iewa
Centerville
Sigourney Plant
Harper
Keota-Harper
Letts
Iowep River
Southern
Iowa Utilities
Wapello
Columbus Junction
Agourney
Lions Learn Hat Making At Washington Lions Club Meeting
At the Washington Lions Club meeting the education program continued with a demonstration by A B Dickerson Penney store manager showing how rabbit fur is turned into felt hats. D J Ross announced plans for future trips but a rendering-plant visit was canceled due to disinfectant shortages. The group also discussed Christmas gifts for the needy.
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Washington Lions Club
A. B. Dickerson
Penney
Ile
D. J. Ross
Y. M
Robbers Haul Vault and Contents From Bank
Robbers entered the State Bank of Hazeldell Illinois thirty miles southwest of Terre Haute last night and hauled away the portable vault and its contents consisting of several thousand dollars in cash and liberty bonds. The robbery was not discovered until today.
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Terre Haute
Ind
State Bank
Hazeldell
Wood Allows $56,000 Appropriation for Legis Expenses
In Manila Governor General Leonard Wood today allowed the $56,000 appropriation enacted by the previous legislature to cover expenses of legislators presenting petitions to the United States Congress.
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Manila
Dee
Leonard Wood
United States Congress
Sigourney line marks key completed extension this season
River, Rose Hill and several small towns in Mahaska and Wapello counties now receive service from the Washington plant. Over thirty towns are supplied, with more extensions expected next year as the large merged company expands its property portfolio.
PARENT TEACHER MEETING AT H S
A large representation of the parent teacher association gathered last evening at the high school for its first general meeting of the year. Superintendent W C Harding urged citizens to invest in schools as the future, noting Washington spends 100000 yearly and that the district will graduate about 100 pupils. Dr C A Bolce praised public health work and the county service, while the glee clubs and orchestra presented numbers under Miss Bertha Hay.
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Chas. Thomas
W. C. Harding
Washington
Harding
C. A. Bolce
Bolce
Washington County
Cirls
Mies Bertha Hay
Five Deaths Reported From Arkansas Storm
Reports from isolated sections raise Arkansas wind and rain toll to five. Weather conditions from Sunday storms caused fatalities across several counties as authorities tally the casualties and assess damage.
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Little Rock
Ark
Arkansas Sunday
Card of Thanks for Help During Illness and Death
We thank those who offered aid during the sickness and passing of our husband and father and those who gave flowers. Mrs. W. H. Goble, Children and Grandchildren,
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W. H. Goble
Community Hit by Near Storm Brings Light Snow and Wind
A nearby blast of winter clipped Washington with light snow and strong gusts. Officials report a low temperature around fendegree with wind making it feel colder. Forecasters expect a easing trend tonight and tomorrow with partial sun breaking through clouds.
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Washington
Gem
Monmouth's Air Service fuels football star pair
The Peoria Despatch highlights Monmouth College stars Keith Molesworth from Washington Iowa and Taylor from Warrensburg New York as a pass receiving duo. The pair teamed for 19 consecutive completions in key games and helped a strong Little Nineteen season with Molesworth also serving as a capable punter.
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Peoria
Keith Molesworth
Washington
Taylor
Warrensboro
Monmouth
Air Service
Monmouth Collece
Molesworth
Winvig
Arthur Dickinson
Washington High School
Moleeworth
Pamen
Muoreka
Nine's College
Northwestern
Macomb
Lake Forest
Knox
Warrensburg
N. Y
Iowa
Burke Charged With Maladministration Of Creek Oil Lands
Representative Howard of Oklahoma filed a sworn statement in the congressional record accusing Charles H. Burke commissioner of Indian affairs of maladministration of oil bearing estates of Creek Indians based on a federal inquiry.
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Washington
Charles H. Burke
Commissioner of
Indian Affairs
Congressional Record
Howard
Oklahoma
Advertising pays off when done intelligently
The Journal offers advertising services to readers, promising effective results for smart campaigns and reliable support for business promotion. The notice emphasizes ongoing availability and client benefit.
Haskins Resident Frank Bean Dies Sudden at 68
Frank E. Bean aged sixty eight a longtime Haskins resident died suddenly yesterday from heart trouble He had planned to help with corn husking near Ralph Stafford s farm after leaving his home at 12 30 pm His body was found about six hours later in a field near the Stafford home He was born April 21 1856 in West Chester community and lived in Washington County all his life He married Dora E Crayne forty six years ago and left a widow six children and three daughters survive along with a sister and two brothers Funeral services will be held at his home Wednesday at two o clock conducted by Rev W S Moore and interment will follow at Ainsworth Cemetery.
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Frank FE. Bean
Haskins
Mr. Bean
Ralph Stafford
Stafford
Stafford’s
West Chester
Washington County
Dora E. Crayne
James K. Turner
Walter G. Bean
Fairfield
T. M. McGraw
Monmouth
C. A. Spessard
James C. Bean
Norman Bean
Ainsworth
George Liblin
Fred
Ed Bean
Canon City
Colo
Prosser
Wash
Bean
W. S. Moore
Aineworth Methodist Church
Ainsworth Cemetery
Church and club notices announced for this week
The Presbyterian Women Missionary Society meets Friday at 2 30 at Mrs R L MacGugin East Main. The K C regular meeting is this evening at 7 30 led by J E Wolfe. The Ladies Aid of the Christian church gathers Wednesday at 2 00 and asks members to bring items for the bazaar. District leaders from Washington Jackson and part of Cedar Township convene next Friday Dec 12 from 10 00 to 4 00 at Mrs P F Whistler s home bringing a dish to pass and sandwiches for themselves.
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Woman's Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
R. L. MacGugin
East Main Street
Ladies Aid Society of the Christian Church
Washington, Jackson
Cedar Township
P. F. Whistler
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H. F. Williamson
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R. S. White
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Frank Scranton
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