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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1928
Page
8
Mrs. A. J. Mikesell travels from Ainsworth to Aurora Illinois to visit son H. A. Mikesell and to spend the day with W. T. Trotter. An oyster supper is announced for Friday evening at the Christian Church.
David Thompson of Ainsworth is in town on a business visit. Fred Rohrer attended an annual meeting of the Benner Tea Company in Burlington Sunday.
Members gathered for a church social with a program directed by Rev Willard Wylie. Attendees played games, performed skits, and sang as groups from Crawfordsville and other areas showcased acts. The American Legion Auxiliary report notes a successful benefit card party supporting uniforms for the drum and bugle corps. Refreshments followed.
Doris Shidley traveled to Crawfordsville last night to visit her sister Mrs Roy Fread.
Des Moines two war veterans used certiorari to challenge local appointments under the soldier preference law. G. M. Neese lost his appeal over Fort Dodge police judge appointment while Allen Bunte won against Monroe county farm steward choice, prompting withdrawal of Ray Combs. Riley Provance visits Ottumwa and plans to return home.
Polk County courts likely to settle if roast rib stands amusements or barbecues are roadhouses as trustees demand licensing by February 15 or closure. Protesting proprietors resist township orders and prepare for legal action in Des Moines.
The T S BE club will meet with Mrs. Leslie Eicher Thursday evening. An Oyster Supper will be served at the Christian church Friday evening, with the public invited. The Ladies Aid of the U P church meets Friday February 10 at 2 o'clock at the church. Bring thimble and scissors. Mel Kimmey announces the funeral of her grandfather Amos Durst in Des Moines.
Forecasters warn of continued precipitation with rain and possible snow extending into the night and a cooler Wednesday ahead. The message notes uncertainty in the forecast while predicting unsettled conditions.
Rev. R L Wilson United Presbyterian minister at DeWitt Ia called on Rev Wylie and J F Simpson homes yesterday. He is a former Morning Sunman and preached Sunday at Crawfords Ville. Edith Sickels returned home to Mediapolis after visiting her grandmother Mrs Frank Sickels.
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