Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Washington Evening Journal in Washington, Iowa

We have 14,353,121 pages in Iowa

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1920

Page

3

D K Koehler 34 Dies of Pneumonia Near Washington

D K Koehler aged 34 died of pneumonia at his home southeast of Washington after a weeklong illness. Funeral services are set for Saturday with a prayer at 8:30 at the home, then private services at Woodford Chapel at 10:30. He was born December 4 1885 in Hartzburg Illinois and married Augusta Tiglowwski August 24 1911. He is survived by his wife Augusta a seven year old daughter and several relatives. He was a member of St Pauls Evangelical Church in Washington and active in church work.

Washington Woodford Chapel BY. Co Klein St. Paul's Ainsworth George Sworth John Peter Ebmie Martha Zieglowstf Dena Marti Chicago Katie Elizabeth Nbher St. Paul's Dorotheng Karl Koehler Evangelical Ch Washington and One of Thi Tustecs of That Congregation.ook foSt

Vote rights for women clarified by memorial committee

J. p.rail of the soldiers memorial committee said today a circulated report claiming women voters would not have their votes counted is false. He stated that every woman eligible may vote and that all votes will be counted at the election next Wednesday.

J. P.rail Soldiers’ Memorialmittee Soldiers’ Memorial M-rail

Plenty of Room to Grow in the Dritish Isles

A fragment notes a comparison of ralla to the British Isles with a claim that ralla is twice as large and has a population not exceeding that of Ht, suggesting a scale study or speculative geography.

Ralla Dritish Isles

Sage and Sulphur Hair Darkener Reveals Natural Shade

The article promotes Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a centuries old remedy to restore dark hair. It claims the modern form comes ready in stores with added improvements. Users dampen a brush and apply strand by strand to cover gray hair, achieving a dark glossy look.

Oime Wyeth

Dusenbery Elmer Pearl Dies After Illness at 44

Elmer Pearl Dusenbery aged 44 dies of pneumonia after a two week illness. He built a stock remedies business in Washington and was a Knights of Pythias member. Survived by widow Katy Tidball and four children Milford Elmer Clarence Grace. brother John. half and step sisters. Funeral Saturday at Woodford chapel with private services. Burial in Elm Grove Cemetery.

Elmer Pearl Dusenbery Woodford Chapel M. R. Regan Elm Grove Cemetery Mr. Dusenbery West Chester George Jate Noming) Dusenbery Katy Tidball Washington Milford Elmer Clarence Grace Dusenbery John Dot Dusenbery Blanche Waddell Clarion Florence Waddell

Alberson May Accept Place on Commission

A. N. Alberson travels to Des Moines to confer with H. G. Larimer about the fair price commission. Alberson has been named a member but has not decided whether to accept. The tentative slate includes EF. Kjngman, C. B. Potter, Mrs. Guthrie, John Blant, J. W. Coverdale, Clark W. Hattley, Mrs. Spaulding, Amos Albertson, and others.

A. N. Alberson Des Moines H. G. Larimer Fair Fair Price Commission Larimer Alberson EF. Kjingman The University of Iown Iowa City C. B. Potter Ft Dodge J. R. Guthrie Dubuque John Blant Burlington J. W. Coverdale Ames Clark W Hattley Chariton Henry Spaulding Grinnell Amos Abberton Washington Marshal Milla Milton G. Goldman N. Frankel 2. W. Sturgeon C. S. Walker

Butter Maker Describes Deluge of Orders Halting Ads

Harold Hays states he is snowed under with butter orders and cannot advertise for at least three days. He notes Washington Butter is broadcast repeatedly and that weather chatter should be avoided to avoid disappointments.

Harold Hays

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praised for Children

Advert says careful selection of cough medicine for children matters. Chamberlains Cough Remedy is recommended as pleasant tasting, free of harmful drugs, and highly effective. Lemmon's Drug Store and druggists widely carry it and endorse its use.

Funeral of Mrs. Moriarty

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Moriarty were held Tuesday morning at nine o'clock at St James Catholic church, conducted by Rev. M J Hartigan, with interment in Elm Grove cemetery. Pallbearers listed: Tim Brennan, John O Connner, David Leeney, John Flynn, John Seamon and Leo Shel angouski.

Mary Moriarty St. James Catholic Church M. J. Hartigan Elm Grove Cemetery Tim Brennan John O'Conner David Leeney John Flynn John Seamon Leo Shelangouski

Great Revival at M. E. Church Continues This Week

The Methodist church hosts a revival with "Big Brother" night and a sermon by Evangelist La Mance on how a great man loses his soul. He argues for Christian foundation and cites historical figures from John to Irenaeus. Tonight features "Father and Son" night with a dinner and a talk titled "Weighed in the Balances."

Methodist Church Evangelist la Mance la Mance Christ Jesus Mr. la Manece John Polycarp Senatius Justin Martyr Jerome Irenaeus Evangelist

Conference on Consolidated Schools Planned for Cedar Falls

Washington county educators and school board members will attend a national conference on consolidated schools February 17 to 19 in Cedar Falls. County superintendent Kathryn Montgomery will attend, joined by Crawfordsville Ainsworth and others from Haskins and nearby communities. Governor W L Harding of Iowa and state executives will be among the headliners at the Cedar Falls meeting.

Washington County Consolidated Schools Cedar Falls Kathryn Montgomery Crawfordsville Ainsworth Haskins W. L. Harding Iowa

Dr McMichael to Preach at First United Presbyterian Church

Dr T H McMichael president of Monmouth college will occupy the pulpit at the First United Presbyterian Church next Sabbath for both services. He is a popular Washington speaker and will fill in due to the illness of Pastor Dr J M Wishart who, along with Mrs Wishart, is confined to bed with the grip. He will address the men’s Bible class at 10 15 in the chapel.

T. H. McMichael Monmouth College First United Presbyterian Church Washington Monmouth J. M. Wishart

Mt Pleasant Faces Washington In Key Friday Clash

Mt Pleasant high school hosts Washington high Friday night in a much anticipated basketball clash. Mt Pleasant recently beat Washington by three on their home floor and beat Burlington while Washington edged Burlington, signaling a close, competitive contest. Duke’s status uncertain due to illness but hoped to play, and Coach Whitford’s team aims for a strong, aggressive effort.

Mt. Pleasant High School Washington Mt. Pleasant Burlington Duke Whitford

Lingery Compared to Patti Concert in Mock Farewell

The Philadelphia Bulletin quips that Mrs. Lingery clings to life, repeating farewell phrases many times, likening her to a Patti concert for overbearing lingering theatrics.

Patti Philadelphia Bulletin

Community Announcements and Schedule

A box supper is planned at Eureka school house next Friday February 13 with program led by teacher Miss Kathleen Bruty. The Presbyterian choir meets tonight at the church at 7 15. The Valentine social of the Second United Presbyterian Christian Endeavor group is postponed to Monday evening February 16 due to a basketball game at the high school. St W BR C calls a meeting Saturday to consider important business. members urged to attend, by order of president Mrs Brown.

Eureka Kathleen Bruty Christian Endeavor Society Second United Presbyterian Church Brown

Big Show Staged at Graham on The Boomerang Film

A large Graham crowd packed the theater for The Boomerang a seven reel educational film about the high cost of living. It features capitalists Bolsheviks I W W labor unions and the innocent bystander in a slender storied narrative.

Graham

Costs of a Cold and a Winter Remedy Ad

A short ad notes the cost of a cold in dollars and cents and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It suggests Ten days to fully recover with usual care, claims faster relief with the product, and cites Lemmon's Drug Store and druggists as sources.

Chamberlain Lemmon Advt

Income Tas Repo Notice at Farmers and Merchants Bank

Notary Public Co. O. Dayton advertises income blank services with daily bookings and a waiting room in the basement of Farmers and Merchants Bank. It promises clear guidance on puzzling matters and right rates.

Washington Auto Radiator Works Opens Shop

Ferguson and Rogers, formerly of Des Moines, have opened a first class Auto Radiator Shop in Washington Iowa. They offer repairing rebuilding and new core work with Honeycomb Breeze-Proof Core for all makes. They promise quick service and complete radiator care at 8 E Corner Square 212 Iowa 205e0dt6.

Ferguson Rogers Des Moines Washington Iowa Washington Auto Radiator Works

Hairpin in Butter Sparks Lively Exchange at Court

A Nebraska man exploded over a stray hair pin found in a pound of butter prompting a courtroom quip about Easter hats and houses. The exchange included a magistrate asking if a witness was a friend of the prisoner and a bemused mother-in-law responding in the lighthearted World syndication style.

Nebraska New York World

C E Plumly's Piano House Best Selling Phonograph Records

Up to date list highlights popular titles and artists such as Billy Murray Vernon Calhoun Henry Burr Sterling Trio and Cal Stewart. Includes selections like Oh What a Pal Was, Meet Me In Bubble Land and Rock of Ages with prices noted at $1.00.

Billy Murray Oj. Naufman Vernon Calhart Mary Henry Burr Burr Campbell Henry Parr Sterling Trio No Man’s Land Gordon and Griree Josh Soldier Cal Stewart Sam Ash Walter Scanlon Alwayrs Marion Cox Charles Hart Nethne Hall Pesutifel Ohio Inez Barbour Ruth Lennox Grace Kerns Mable Richardson Margaret Abbot Isle of Somewhere Reeden Massey Ada Jones Oleg Jalia Wee Wee Lallaby Land Chas. Hart Peerless Carolina Sunshine Medley Palace Trio All Star Aulophone CL. Beck Coleman’ Castle Hilo Milton Cox Samuel Gardner Mareh Rogers

Separate sides of street for girls and boys in town

In a college town a local debate notes that girls must walk on one sidewalk side while boys take the opposite. The speaker quips about looking to the sunny side, reflecting social norms of gender separation.

Younkers Statesman

Peniten tiary exchange dominates Maggie Detfi es court scene

Lawyer Walter McHenry cross examines Maggie Detfi es witness in the Constablec Daily case. The exchange centers on prior penitentiary terms and past legal representation with sharp, personal barbs. The witnesses acknowledge past imprisonment and payment for legal services while denying multiple prior incarcerations.

Walter McHenry Maggie Detfie Constablec Daily

New February Player Rolls And Fox Trot Medley

The list features dances and tunes such as Beautiful Ohio Blues One Step Dardanella Fox Trot Sugar Fox Trot and Were There Ever a Pal Like You Ballad plus Honging Around Theyre All Sweeties and I m So Tired of Dreaming Waltz Hawaiian Smiles Fox Trot Freckles Smile Dear Fox Trot Who Wants a Baby Fox Trot.

Swanee Hiver Walt Freckles

Also Mentioned on This Page

D. K. Koehler Bea Chandler Cage Sulphur E.P. Dusenbery WCAL Hlareid Bor Lemmon’s Adrt Mrs. Moriarty M. E. Church Service Dr. McMichael 1St Church Parene Presbyterian W. BR. C Tuthsoc Little Willie C.E. Plumly East Washington Street Tra Lilwellyn Waltz Rudy Wiedoelt Evening Journal Black R. E. Thornton Journal Journal Office Washington Steam Laundry Bowman & Wilson R. C. Rhode Island J. Sebe Jones Mutual Phone M. H. Fedderson Ernest Carlson Blaick West Madison Street Baewer Mutua Ec Ee Keating Bros. Os C. A. Ruebsam Singer Plumly’s Boyd Berd C. E. Lemley Realty Co F. & M. Bank A. JS. Fuller KOR Sale D.C. Grigessonte Chilcote Amerigan Mannhhardt Bros Davenport Call South Ninth Avenue Iowa Ave New Cook’s Bakery East Second St N. Ia. Ave R. I. Red Cockerels Harry Krakaw Lee Hanna Rhode Island Red Rose Comb Roosters Boyd Berdo Motor Inn Bolowa Ave Theodore Roosevelt Cotton Gorte A. R. Smith Ats G. W. Palmer Ashby & Work Real Metate Insurance
Search Courier

Search the Washington Evening Journal Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Washington Evening Journal?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication