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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1940
Page
11
Optometrists in Greater Washington showcase up to date eyewear and care. East and west square stores like Lemmon, John Lemmon and Homer Stephen promote modern glasses, rimless designs, and face matching styles. Presbyopia explained with bifocal solutions and reading segments for near and far vision.
Ernest H. Lockwood 18 in Cleveland says he funds college at Western Reserve University by whittling. With only a knife and white pine he began carving two years ago and has earned 528 dollars to help cover expenses. He hopes to carve a niche for himself.
The Y M C A in Washington thrives with diverse programs for men and boys. Committees led by Lewis Warren, Henry Bailey, and Hugh McCleery run world service and industrial efforts, while Phalanx chapters Alpha and Beta engage rural youths. The Y's Men's club connects local and international figures, highlighting a broad, character-building movement.
Washington parks have long drawn visitors and residents alike. The illuminated Central park fountain, a Centennial memorial, drew praise for its beauty and cost just under 3,800 dollars after broad contributions. Sunset park, donated by Nevage to Abijah Savage, and sturdy park development have kept the town renowned for its green spaces.
Rotary, begun in 1921, and Y's Men, with 28 to 35 members, support Washington through talks, entertainment, and civic projects. They back Boy Scouts, foster international understanding, run Christmas Good Fellows baskets, fund a playground, plan a Gold Medal basketball tournament, and publish the Y's Men World edited by Dave Elder.
In Boston three brothers and two sisters of the Gaskin family have combined marriages totaling 260 years. Job K. Gaskin and wife reach 51 years, Annie Gaskin Taylor 49, Harvey W. Gaskin 66, John W. Gaskin 50, and Frances Gaskin marked 56 years before her death.
Residents and visitors recall Washington as a definite, pleasant town where people are remembered fondly. The description highlights its inviting atmosphere and lasting positive impression on those who visit.
Washington jewelry stores highlight yellow gold popularity across watches rings lockets and bracelets. new clocks and Westminster chimes attract buyers while silverware aluminum ware and durable table pieces appear in extensive displays. two east side shops anchor the market with longtime family involvement and recent junior partners joining the firms.
In southwestern Iowa last week two men died by their own actions. Wayne Drake 36 a cashier at the Imogene branch bank shot himself and was found by state bank examiners in the bank basement. Near Red Oak farmer John Johnson 71 drove his car tied a gunny sack to exhaust and ended his life.
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