City Accepts New Fire Fighting Car
The city of Washington adopts an American LaFrance triple combination pumper with chemical and hose capability. The unit pumps 660 gallons per minute at 150 psi, draws from hydrants, and includes a 40 gallon chemical tank and 1200 feet of hose. The old machine, in service five years, will be serviced after the new one is fully installed.
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Washington
le France
la France
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Fire Department Gains New Equipment Without Tax Increase
The speaker praises a new fire apparatus funded by a three year old Iowa mill tax for fire equipment, commending Mayor, city council, and staff. He notes he will retire April 1 1921 after thirty years of service, including five as chief, citing health and wear from duty.
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J. D. Glasgow
Slippery Streets Warn of Falls as Ice Sets In
Wet pavements after last night’s rain froze this morning creating dangerous ice on sidewalks and streets. Observers warn pedestrians to watch footing while officials note a potential rapid cold snap may follow though not yet arrived. Weather conveys a wintry festive tone for the day.
Notice on Ed Flander Farm No Hunting or Trespassing
Warning posted on the Ed Flander farm also known as the Matt Eesley and George Fos location prohibits hunting and trespassing on the property. The notice cites Ed Flander as the property owner with the restricted area.
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Ed Plander
Matt Eesley
George Fos
Mrs Jane Gilbert Dies At 85 In Local Town
Mrs Jane H Gilbert aged 85 died this morning at her son George Gilberts home four miles west of town. She was longtime resident and widow of Edwin A Gilbert. Funeral services set for 2 20 Friday at Jones McKihinney chapel with burial at Finn Grove cemetery. Obituary to follow in tomorrow's Journal.
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Jane H. Gilbert
George Gilbert
Gilbert
Edwin A. Gilbert
Jones & McKihinney
Finn Grove
County may give corn for starving world drive
President Floyd Jetts of the Washington county farm bureau discusses a proposal from Dr. E F Kirbye to lead a statewide effort to donate a car of corn for famine relief in Europe. The plan envisions 99 cars from Iowa, free ocean transport, Red Cross sacks, and junior Red Cross help, with work starting early next year if approved.
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Washington County Farm Bureau
E. F. Kirbye
Des Moines
Drive For Relief
Near East
Europe
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Towa
Kirbye
Seaboard
Red Cross
Washington County
Volunteer Rescue Army Seeks Clothing Donations
The Volunteer Rescue Army formerly the Slum Army requests clothing shoes hats and other items for charity work. People in need should call 417 Green or visit 4298 Third Ave. Major and Mrs Sneath are officers in charge.
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Funeral for Mrs Crooks Set Tomorrow at Residence
Funeral services for the late Mrs. John B. Crooks will be held at 214 North Second Avenue with Rev. Arthur R. Oates in charge. Interment is in Elm Grove cemetery as the PFB C society attends in a body. Helen Sturges daughter of C M and Mary Evans Sturges was born November 9 1859 in Washington Iowa and spent most of her life here. She married John B. Crooks January 12 1893. he died February 8 1917. Surviving relatives include two brothers, three stepchildren, and several other relatives.
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John B. Crooks
North Second Avenue
Arthur R. Oates
Elm Grove Cemetery
P. FB. C. Society
Helen Sturges
Charles M
Mary Evans Sturges
Washington
Iowa
Crawfordsville
C. M. Sturges
Christmas Seals Report Seeks Health Nurse Funds
Community Christmas seals and health bonds total $1,100 to date per Red Cross report. Thirty percent of proceeds go to state and national headquarters, $1,000 needed for a public health nurse. Prizes were awarded for stamps sold, with lists of top sellers by school and grade.
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Red Cross
Cer Tennini
John Lewry
Prisclla Morrison
Frances Jugenheimer
Robert Minick
Harlan Bratton
Homer Mor
University of Iowa Glee Club Concert Planned in Washington
An Iowa City itinerary dated December 22 announces a University of Iowa glee club concert in Washington. No advertising has been done there and it is uncertain if the group will appear, as the business manager may have moved plans to another town.
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Society For
University of Iowa Glee Club
Washington
Iowa City
Barber shops altered hours for Christmas and New Year
Barber shops will stay open until 10 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve and close at noon on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Bevins Tires and Tubes Sale Ad
Bevins promises savings on tires and tubes for shoppers seeking discounts. Limited stock and store hours may apply.
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