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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1930
Page
8
Albert Layman of Blackwell Oklahoma was acquitted by a Macon Missouri jury on a forty year old assault charge. The verdict was returned twelve minutes after jury deliberations began at 11:88 a m.
The display features many new toilet sets from Houbigants Yardley and April Showers for both men and women. Each set offers a refined grooming option suitable for any recipient.
A suggested practical and beautiful Christmas present is a Sheaffer desk set. Shown in the shop window, the item appeals to both style and utility for its recipient.
Rubio notes a church bazaar and chicken supper were postponed to December 12 with serving at six. Residents report travel disruptions from heavy rain deterring farm bureau plans in Washington. Local shipping, visits, and Thanksgiving gatherings are listed among families and neighbors across Rubio and nearby towns.
A local customer recalls Washington Buggy Works offering 20¢ and 40e for horse shoeing 22 years ago. A gentleman shopper recently bought silk hosiery for Christmas gifts, gifting Cadet all silk hosiery to nieces and sisters. New colors and stores arrive this month with prices well below last year.
Cordelia H Ruegsegger of Wellman was rushed to Mercy hospital Iowa City after a serious appendix removal operation early today. Dr A L Braden of Wellman assisted by Dr Scanton conducted the surgery. Sam Miller and family purchase Abe P Miller home and plan to move. Dave Marner family to occupy vacated property.
Cambridge court recessed as Assistant District Attorney Frank G. Volpe learned his Somerville foundry was on fire. He rushed to the blaze. the foundry was destroyed during the Middlesex Superior Court arson case proceedings.
Ten years ago I Rothschild spoke before the Centerville Commercial Club on advertising and merchandising. His son is in demand as a speaker statewide. Incense burners are suggested as nice gifts with a new line displayed.
Mrs Ruth Timbo departed for Ridgway Colorado after a brief visit. Clay township showed strong turnout at the Washington County farm bureau meeting in Washington. The Clay school plans a Christmas program at the schoolhouse. The Missionary society meets Thursday afternoon led by Mrs W D Morgan with Mrs Edith Mereham and Mrs Florence Woodford guiding. Mrs Ollie Robertson hosted the club ladies on Wednesday.
Miss Mabel Dill entertains the Linger Longer club at her Franklin Center home with seven members present. Lesson on Home Grounds Improvement given, plus helpful suggestions. officers elected for next year. Lunch served despite a rule against refreshments.
Local notes report a Thursday M E Bazaar with a chicken pie supper at 5 30 pm and a musical program at 7 00 pm Miss Juanita Weidner recovering well in Des Moines after recent surgery Whoopee Lookee Special offers sale on rock oak soles at 89 cents per pair at Family Shoe Store Also notices for meals at Lou Arthur open for three meals a day and auto repair at Joe's Dollarway garage Frank Meeker owner Eight members of the Y W Hospitality committee led by Mrs M E Dicken prepare mince meat in the Y women’s room for sale to benefit the Y W Schmoeller Bros tailoring announces discounts on coats
The group will meet at Mrs. Harry Campbell's home for the annual Christmas exchange and a lesson on Personal Efficiency and Planned Leisure. All former members are invited to gather on Friday, December 12.
Iowa produced 1930 crops valued at 427.3 million with corn at 299.2 million and oats 67.1 million. Frost avoided for 95 percent of corn. overall 30 percent decline from 1929 values but better than many states. Total figures compare to prior years 1929 571.1 million 1928 562.8 million 1927 253.2 million.
Miss Velma E Booth daughter of Mr and Mrs Merritt E Booth will receive her diploma for finishing the missionary course at The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago on December 18 There are seventy two members in this class. Furs wanted at Gib sons Saturdays. Auctioneer PD Macon Washington laws Phone 251 red 244tf.
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