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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1941
Page
5
John Leiss is pictured in a Philadelphia federal court as he becomes a United States citizen. He once lived in Munich and belonged to a group that pelted an obscure rabble rouser named Adolf Hitler with overripe vegetables. Times have changed.
Douglass Kerr a long time coach from Gary Indiana was named as line coach at Iowa State College. He will assist head tutor Ray Donels at the Cyclone grid camp. Kerr's appointment received approval from administration and the athletic council. Washington Lodge No 26 A W A M holds regular meetings first Friday monthly with Lee Holland W M and A W Yard secretary.
Regional timetable page lists westbound and eastbound trains including No 3 local No 1 Local and No 4 Golden State Limited with stops at Knoxville and Washington. Iowa and Chicago routes appear via Davenport Kansas City and Omaha Chicago buses run from Washington with multiple daily departures and a note to buy tickets at the local bus depot.
The piece recalls George Washington's pledge of integrity and firmness as essential to founding and guiding the nation. It contrasts his restraint in politics with his steadfast promise to uphold honesty, and notes how his Farewell Address emphasizes wary alliances and a strong defensive posture. Washington would likely offer the same steadfast pledge today.
Notice of renewal of articles for Carris Manufacturing Company of Washington Iowa Cert No 30139 and Renewal Cert No 6674. Describes name principal place business Washington County Iowa corporate purpose stock authorized at 200 shares par 100 dollars each and board of five directors with annual meeting in January. Duration twenty years from October 20 1940 to October 30 1960. Office addresses and notices detailed with stockholder voting and officer positions. Dated February 1941 Washington Iowa.
The Wayland page highlights a two year old ringtail monkey from Wyse Greater Shows attracting youngsters and adults alike. News also covers weddings, a cafe fire, illness, birthdays, showers, remodels, and community notices including a World Day of Prayer service and local visits. Birth of Elizabeth Ann Freyberger adds to local family events.
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