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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1922
Page
7
Norwood Jones a University of Iowa student is back in Iowa City for the holiday break from campus duties and exams.
Local items report Miss Clara Levien visiting in Washington with notes on gift shops and seasonal deals at Klein Klothing Chocolate Shop and Bruns Seed Store. Mrs. R. G. Singleton and David Harvey visit from Harper and Iowa City while others plan Christmas trees and savings at Washington National Bank. Auction sale announced for December 23 1922.
An assortment of electric goods and gift ideas from Broadgate Electric Shop highlights items like an electric grill and a piano outfit. The notice also urges fire safety and practical electrical gifts for Christmas, mentioning several local residents and shopping suggestions. It includes a city bond sale notice for Washington Iowa and a fundraising plea for the Iowa Children’s Home Society.
Oskaloosa December 19 Nellie Ryan has made the Athena society debate team at the University of Pennsylvania. From twelve girls on three society teams the college team will be selected.
The Iowa Children's Home at 2340 West Ninth Street Des Moines seeks shelter and care for fatherless and motherless children. They provide meals clothing and a temporary home while permanent homes are arranged.
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