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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1924
Page
3
Washington county home prepares for annual Christmas celebration tonight with a large tree and hundreds of gifts. Fifty five residents will receive parcels from business friends and distant supporters while Mr and Mrs Beatty oversee the event, making up special parcels for those with no relatives.
Mr and Mrs Frank Beatty at the County Home prepare the usual Christmas decorations as many visitors come from Washington to view the tree. Fred West of Colenso Hotel calls the home unusually clean and inviting, saying decorations are worth traveling miles to see. All are welcome during the holidays.
Last night brought the second coldest reading of the winter at eight and one half below zero. The month’s coldest mark remains ten below as more snow falls. Clear skies today but temperatures stay frigid and a white Christmas is likely tomorrow.
Mrs Mary Elizabeth Morrow aged 84 died at 10 10 p m at her East Main Street home after a paralytic stroke two years ago She leaves two sons H A Morrow of Chicago and W J Morrow of Washington two daughters Mrs W R Crawford of Ainsworth and Mrs W J McCulley of Tingley Iowa plus three grandchildren and a great grandchild Funeral services will be Thursday at 2 30 p m at her home conducted by Rev Willard Wylie with interment in Elm Grove cemetery She was born January 8 1840 in Peoria New York and moved from farming life to Washington five years ago belonging to the Second United Presbyterian Church.
Henry Cutkomp age 70 farmer near Columbus City died Tuesday December 23 after a lingering illness. Survived by widow Anna Huff seven children Fred H Lee Lou J J Benjamin Mrs Sarah Bureh and Mary. three sisters and one brother. Funeral 1 p.m. Friday at the home with burial in Columbus City cemetery.
Local gasoline stations will close tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to observe Christmas Day. Municipal leaders urge residents to plan ahead for fuel needs and note limited service during the holiday.
The post office will close tomorrow December 25 after 11 a m with no mail delivery that day. Call before 11 o'clock for service details.
A reader reminds merchants to acknowledge newspaper ads by saying I saw your ad in the journal. The note emphasizes direct customer outreach and testimonial style for local business.
Christmas seals totaling 102.56 were sold by Washington schoolchildren under Mrs. Belle Rice for the Women’s Auxiliary to the Leon Beatty post American Legion. Lincoln, Wallace, Heights, Centennial, Junior high and St James led with varying sums. country schools contributed about 25 dollars. The Auxiliary postponed its meeting to January 6 due to holiday duties.
Postmaster Harry McCall announced Washington’s post office handled over 14 900 letters in a day with incoming mail and outgoing parcels. Monday set a new record for mail and money intake, with no rural deliveries tomorrow and the office open until eleven for patron accommodations.
The Wildcats defeated the Cyclones 2170 to 2143 at the Commercial Club alleys. No standout scores were recorded with Crooks posting the top game 181 and the top series 485.
Needy residents receive Christmas dinners numbering about 140, funded by local donors and organized by the Good Fellows club. Baskets were assembled at the Methodist church and delivered by volunteer trucks. Interchurch women, Lions Club, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and individuals contributed food clothing and toys to ensure a joyful Christmas for every needy home in town.
Several Washington Sunday schools presented their annual Christmas programs yesterday evening drawing large crowds and strong entertainment. The Journal of Monday notes the programs and performances among the city’s religious groups.
In loving memory of Ellen J Wallace who died December 24 1906 with lines praising her noble soul patient kindness and memory. The loving children Mrs Della George Mr and Mrs R J Tanner announce visits by relatives and friends from Ames and Warsaw. Bernice Shielda of Ames visits sister Mrs John Munn.
Toledo Ohio December 24 Clover seed cash new 19.30 old 19.05 December 19.50 March 19.50 Timothy seed cash 3.30 December 3.30 March 3.456
A naval ambulance seaplane swamped after a rough takeoff off North Carolina coast. Four aboard died: Sandrew Williams of Buxton and three Navy personnel, with Lt W Gwyn piloting escaping. Causes include a hole in the tail and water ingress. an official inquiry was ordered.
Mrs. David Green aged 63 died at her Columbus City home after thirty years residence. She was born in Tennessee and leaves husband, three daughters and two sons. Daughters include Mrs. William Cozad of Albia and Maude and Flora. Sons Noah and Howard live nearby. She was a member of United Presbyterian Church. Funeral Thursday at 2:30 p.m. conducted by Rev. John T. Aiken with burial in Columbus City cemetery.
New York trading floors expect a celebratory holiday mood as banks and brokerages share profits. Analysts estimate bonds and gifts distributed in the last two weeks may total at least 350 million dollars, potentially reaching 160.6 million in high estimates.
Arthur Green, a section laborer for the Burlington railway, was struck and killed by the fast mail train No. 7 westbound just east of the Iowa avenue crossing near Ottumwa this morning at about 9 30. The accident was reported by Associated Press.
Sixty Fort Madison inmates, mostly first offenders, were released on Christmas parole today by the state board. The group reportedly had good records and were deemed worthy of another chance. names were not released.
The Cape Gris-Nez villa, dubbed the Villa of Cross-Channel Swimmers, will host cross channel hopefuls. Miss Harrison and her daughter Lillian plan to move in next July to train for a 1925 campaign, with Burgess backing her bid after a recent accident and years of accompanying successful attempts.
A festive greeting card item wishing happiness and luck. The note expresses warm wishes for Christmas and a very happy new year with cheer and goodwill.
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