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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1933

Page

7

Forest Fire Halts Tom Mix Set for Hidden Gold

A California blaze near Universal camp forces state fire marshal Tom Mix to switch to trainer boots and help fight the fire. Afterward he returns to filming with singed eyebrows as Hidden Gold continues production at Fox tonight and Saturday.

Tom Mix California Universal Mix Fox Tonight

Tremendous Picture Heads Cast Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis

Warner Bros presents a stirring film inspired by a Lewis BB Lawes work with a stellar cast led by Spencer Tracy and Bette Davis. The studio touts another smash hit in its lineup and promises a memorable screen experience.

Spencer Tracy Bette Davis Lewis BB. Lawes

20 000 Years in Sing Sing at State Theatre

Review praises the Warner Bros first National film adaptation of Lewis Lawes book. The drama details life inside Sing Sing with a thousand inmates and their loyal women, blending comedy with poignant pathos and gripping storytelling. Arthur Byron stars as the Warden.

Sing Sing State Theatre Warner Bros First National Studios Lewis KB. Lawes Sing Sing Frison Arthur Byron

Farm Bureau practice set for Sunday at city hall

Southern Town farm bureau members will practice Sunday afternoon at v o'clock at the Washington city hall. Mayo

Southern Town Farm Bureau City Hall Washington Mayo

Band to Perform at World’s Fair Next June

Williams of Ottumwa will direct the group. Those who have signed or want to sign up for this band are asked to be present. The band will be at the world’s fair from June 12 to 14, leaving June 11 and returning June 15.

South Prairie School District Fetes Peters Family Farewell

On Feb 17 about 60 people gathered at the Alvin Shaw home in South Prairie to surprise the Dick Peters family at a social. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. Brooks and daughter. The evening featured progressive rook at eleven tables and refreshments served by Grace Shaw and others as the Peters prepare to move near Brighton.

South Prairie School Fred Shaw Dick Peters Alvin Shaw Grace Shaw Fred Donaldson Wes Meyer

Advice Like Snow Falls Quietly on the Mind

A reflective saying compares advice to snow that gently settles in the mind, lingering and sinking deeper the softer it falls. It suggests lingering impact beyond initial reception.

Wolfe plots at reform as Navestock faces local power

Wolfe treads a moonlit road seeking a plan to attack corrupt conditions in Navestock. He considers meeting Robert Flemming and leveraging the Wannington Clarion editor to expose local guardians led by Montague Threadgold and others, while fearing loss of Jess Mascall and seeking Moor Farm’s Mary Mapreall for counsel.

Wolfe Wannington Crabbe Navestock Threadgold Navestock Union Robert Flemming Jasper Turrell Old Hubbard Butler Ventry Poor Law Board Turyell Wilks Jess Mascall Jess Moor Farm Mary Mapreall Crooked Billet Mr. Ragg Adam Grinch Old Crabbe Grinch John Wolfe Josiah Crabbe Flemming

Order Fixing Date for Opposition to Discharge in Bankruptcy

District Court in Davenport Iowa fixes March 27 1933 as the deadline for creditors and interested parties to oppose Carl Lewis Dunbars discharge in bankruptcy. Oppositions must be filed in Washington Iowa with specific grounds within ten days after filing. Referee T S Brookhart signs the order.

Southern District of Iowa Davenport Carl Lewis Dunbar Washington

District Court Set Hearing For Bankruptcy Discharge

The District Court for the Southern District of Town Davenport fixes February 23 1983 as the discharge hearing date for Anna Dunbar in bankruptcy No 6273. Creditors and other interested parties must file written opposition in Washington Iowa within ten days, detailing grounds for challenge.

Southern District of Town Davenport Anna Dunbar

Pottery Exhibit by Iowa Federation at the Y

Fortnightly club members and families attend a 2 30 Saturday pottery exhibit at the Y. The exhibit features American pottery and porcelain from the Iowa Federation of Women's clubs. The general meeting is sponsored by the Art and Child Study departments. tea will be served.

Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs

Fortnightly Drama Dept and Women Groups Plan Meetings

The Fortnightly club Drama department meets at 7 30 Monday evening with Mrs Dave McLaughlin and a one act play directed by Miss Elsie Glassburner. The Wesleyan Home Missionary society of M E church convenes with Miss Dora Minick at 7 30 Monday evening. Mrs Chas Palmer is program leader with hostesses Mrs R E Shannon Mrs Ed Griffith and Mrs Carl Hancher. The Afternoon Literature Department meets Monday Feb 27 at 2 30 with Mrs J B Lemmon. Mrs H C Howell will give a

Dave McLaughlin Elsie Glassburner Wesleyan Home Missionary Society of M. E. Church Dora Minick Chas. Palmer R. E. Shannon Ed. Griffith Carl Hancher J. B. Lemmon H. C. Howell

Damascus Shrine No 10 Meeting and Local Club Gatherings

A Tuesday schedule lists Damascus Shrine No 10 meeting with social hour and surprise entertainment. Rosemary club meets with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Waggoner. The Rooster club gathers at Mrs. George Jarrard for an all day meeting. Farm bureau lesson and patriotic program led by Mrs. Lloyd Walker and Mrs. Ralph Stewart. A vegetable gardening talk by Mrs. George Jarrard. Priscilla club hosts Mrs. J. O. Sexton Tuesday afternoon.

Damascus Shrine No. 10 Rooster Club George Jarrard Farm Bureau Lloyd Walker Ralph Stewart

First Masonic Lodge in Canada at Port Royal 1788

The first Masonic lodge in Canada was established at Port Royal in 1788 by Erasmus Phillips of the Fortieth Regiment. A later article notes meetings held at the site now known as Annapolis Royal hotel then Sinclair's inn.

Canada Port Royal Erasmus Phillips Fortieth Regiment Annapolis Royal Hotel

The Day and Date Within This Notice

The text references a specific day and date as written above. It presents a formal notice element noting timing without additional details. The fragment indicates scheduling or deadline context linked to authorities and public action.

Snowball Social Club Dinner at Arthur Wiley Home

The Snowball Social Club hosts a six o'clock dinner at the Arthur Wiley home on Friday evening February 24. Members are asked to attend.

Arthur Wiley

Kept by Mrs Howard and children in Freshwaters

Fragmentary notice reports Mrs Howard and her children being kept yesterday in Freshwaters with unclear surrounding details. No further verifiable facts present.

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