Winners Named in School Declam Contest at Washington High
Irene DeLong won first in dramatic, Mabel Rice first in humorous, and Helen Livingston first in oratorical at the high school contest. Ruth Anderson and Isabel Knick tied for second in dramatic, Fern Duncan second in humorous, Verle Harrison second in oratorical. Judges were W W Wallin Miss Blanche Swartz and W D Patterson. Winners will represent Washington High at the sub district contest with four schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irene DeLong
Patsy
Mabel Rice
Robert
Helen Livingston
Fern Duncan
Billy Brad
Gertrude Bates
Verle Harrison
Town
W. W. Wallin
Blanche Swartz
Fairfield
W. D. Patterson
Eldon
Hazel Smith
Washington High School
Has New Ambulance L. A. Jones Secures Sedan Type
L A Jones returns home from Rock Falls with a newly acquired ambulance of sedan design. The vehicle features seating for eight passengers besides the driver when used as a conventional car, highlighting its attractive design.
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L. A. Jones
Rock Falls, Jr
Wards advertises new Satan glass in Ebony Canary and Blue
The Fair promotes new Satan glass pieces in ebony canary and blue with console bowls candle sticks and flower baskets. It promises a stylish option to solve Christmas shopping and mentions Wards as the source.
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Satan
Washington vs Crawfordsville Friday Night Face Off
Washington high school faces Crawfordsville in a Friday night game with uncertain lineups. Crawfordsville has trained since fall and recently beat Iowa Wesleyan College freshman, while Washington girls under Miss Willa Gibson prepare for their first game. Coach McKinstry may pick from fourteen candidates, with a larger squad awaiting chances as the season unfolds.
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Crawfordsville
Iowa Wesleyan College
McKinstry
Altho
Washington
Willa Gibson
Cotter
Riverside
Crawfordville
Marshall
DuBoils
McGugin
Williams
Elwell McConnell
Beal
Thompson
Hill McConaneher
D. Duke
Korf
Weaver
Eastwood
All Dogs Must Have Licenses by Jan. 15
The county auditor announces dog license season for the current year with twenty five dogs licensed so far in Washington county. All dogs must be licensed by January 15 or be subject to penalties. Assessors will list town dog owners in January and publish noncompliers in May as required by state law. Hunters licenses total 1,247 since July 1, five fewer than last year.
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Washington County
Hoy Melhinney Resigns as Burlington Pastor to North Bend Neb
The Keokuk presbytery accepted the resignation of Rev. Hoy McElhinney from the First Church Burlington after five years of growth and self support. He will join United Presbyterian in North Bend Nebraska, one of Omaha presbytery’s largest congregations.
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Keokuk
W. C. Davidson
Burlington
McElhinney
Home Mission Board
Presbytery
R. W. Jamieson
Columbus City
Lions Club
Ministerial Association
Jamieson
State Teachers’ Association
Columbus High School
Cavalry Troop Builds Strong Record in Community Life
Cavalry Troop D of the 113th cavalry reports near peak condition with 62 troopers and a waiting list. Attendance averages over sixty percent with many on the drill floor weekly, and the renovated hall hosts dances and events boosting troop interest. The unit, comprising core community youth, gains leadership and value.
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113Th Cavalry
National Guard
Builders urged for junior high facility as training rule passes
The school board considers a 36 by 60 foot hollow tile one story building on the junior high lot to house physical training for grades six to eight. Funds on hand could cover costs without new taxes. Rotary members heard Superintendent Harding present the need with use of nearby gym space and complaints about damage from current play area. James Joy Jeffreys spoke on The Science of Victory stressing leadership and preparation as keys to success.
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Rotary Club
W.C. Harding
Harding
James Joy Jeffreys
Rotary
Mr. Jeffreys
John Pershing
West
West Point
la Salle St. Y. M. C. A
Chicago
Principles of Success for Athletes and Business
The essay outlines five keys: time management for evening study, physical strength and diet, a strong voice, and character. It emphasizes avoiding weak habits, following training rules, and nutrition as the base of strength and thought, citing Roger W. Babson’s Six I's of Success as a framework.
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Washington, D.C
Roger W. Babson
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City of
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Knox Jersey Products Farm
Ington
Washington High
Hoy Melhinney
Nebraska
Club
Agin
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Servier
Jeffries
East Main Street
Hugh McCleery
E. Second Street
Eppel
Journal
Tarry Richards
Sherman Bros., Drug Co
Call Journal
Floyd Ellis
East 7Th St
White Yard
F. A. Shelangouski
J. F
G. M. Stewart
H. O. Banks
West Chester Mutual
W. H. Blum, Wellman, Ia. R. R
Jersey
Call Boyd Berdo
East
Oakdale
Poland
China
O. L. Dayton
Nice R. C. W. Wyandotte Cockerels
Chas Palmer
Ainsworth Telephone
W. R. Gammon
Jewertt
Ford Car Exchange
Minnie Jennings
Win Smouse
J. W. Warner
Brighton
North Ave. C
Tim Brennen
A. F. Smith
W. Boone St
Marshalltown
Iowa
Barclay Cash Grocery
W. A. Wilson
L. D. Robinson
Stanley Miller
Mutual Life Ins. Co
N. Y. Tel
Black
Geste
Warner Finance Corporation
F. & M. Bank Bldg. Agit
FEPD
Mutual
Washington Cereal Mill
Arnold
S&tf
N. J. Berglund
Davenport
A. M
W. T. Carson
W. M
Rebekah
Rosemary Club
Earl Simmerman
Monroe St
Chautauqua Park
Reward
W. D. Townsley
Boyd Berdo
Phillips Drug Store
Nela Keating
Blueridge
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Whitman
Lemmon
REED
McNamara
S. GA
McElhinney’s
Wolf Floral Co
Asi
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
Irehu
Geo. W. Stewart
Crails
Cout
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H. J. Ward and Co
W. BK. C
Ladies' Aid Society
The
First United Presbyterian Church
McElhinney’s Drug Store
Even Stacy
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RTE Gere
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