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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1920
Page
6
The Solth Prairie girls and friends enjoyed a lunch and literary program at Johan Foster's home on Saturday January third. Mr and Mrs Foster hosted with Mrs Homer Jarrard assisting and twenty five attendees.
Tonight at the Commercial club gym the business men class meets with the younger men playing basketball at 7 and older young men volleyball an hour later. The women's gym class gathers at the high school at 7 under Miss Ada Wilson. Younger boys may use the club gym 4 to 6 daily starting tomorrow. Boy Scouts re-register Tuesday after school at the Commercial club gym for 25 cents, then attend the Baptist evangelistic meetings.
Edwin Stevens a famed comic opera figure will appear in Bryant Washburns new Paramount film Love Insurance at the Graham theatre tomorrow. He is recalled for Gilbert and Sullivan work and led the state production of The Devil with notable success in the title role.
In a column from the Pallas News readers discuss an ideal of independence. They value a man who can pin up a baby’s outfit and change a car tire, illustrating practical self sufficiency.
The 14th decennial census is under way directed by J. W. Gray of Mt. Pleasant. Enumerators will visit every dwelling and farm to collect data on sex race age marital status birthplace literacy home ownership and language plus detailed agricultural figures. The census determines the official population for the next decade and requires ready cooperation.
Officers elect and appointive of Washington Lodge No 26 Cyrus Chapter No 13 Bethlehem Commandery No 45 Zeradatha Council No 21 and Eastern Star No 8 will have a joint installation at Masonic Hall Tuesday evening January 6 1920 at 8 o clock All officers elect and appointive must present themselves for installation L D Langworthy W M H P J 8 McElhinney J M J D Glasgow EB M Mrs Sarah Walker W M T414
A raw southern wind makes today very disagreeable and one of the coldest winter days. The official thermometer shows 23 degrees above zero at noon, six above last night, and four below zero on Sunday morning as the coldest reading of the year so far.
In an autumn afternoon in 1915 Philadelphia and Boston chased a world trophy as a slow Missouri train halted near a sparse Ozark station. About two hundred curious people gathered at an abandoned box car serving as a station house.
In Germany large amounts of cherry stones are used for dolls eyes due to their natural appearance and suitable shape. The stones are carefully carved to create lifelike eyes for doll making.
Northwest Budan natives rely on tebeldi trees for water during the dry season. Each tebeldi tree stores about 40 gallons on average, supplying essential moisture when rivers run low.
The First Baptist church hosts Dr. Swift whose sermon "An Old Love Story" captivates crowds. He draws clear lines on salvation and renewed commitment while praising gospel simplicity over splash. Prayer meetings Tuesday at 9:30 are listed by ward across city homes.
A small roof fire at Centennial School started from a chimney spark and burned shingles over a few square feet. Firefighters arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze. The oldest building in town has had past fires but none severe, with damage described as comparatively light.
A correspondent in the New Orleans Picayune argues that youth idealizes love with unshaken faith and freedom from doubt. Older lovers may be more expressive and subtle, but years of experience can dilute sincerity and the raw intensity of youth.
A contrast to warlike conquest, the schoolmaster quietly gathers followers and labors to bless mankind. He meditates, opens ignorance to light, and advances steadily along a path of enduring, brainy triumph.
A reflective note urging inner harmony by controlling thoughts. It cites a proverb about thinking and feeling, encouraging self awareness and personal growth through disciplined mindset.
Explains tact as a pact to speak in ways that fit listeners desires and reflect what they wish to say, noting youth fiction's guidance on listening and responding with consideration.
J A Robinson a pioneer and one of Washington county’s oldest residents died yesterday evening at his son Harv ey Robinson’s home in Clay township six miles west of Brighton He would have turned 95 next May and his wife had died earlier at 92 The funeral is planned for Wednesday with time not yet fixed.
The Advertising club moves its regular meeting to Wednesday evening for a special program. Miss Clara Lanham, overseas YWCA worker, will address the group. Wives of members are invited as honorary members to participate in the event.
Recent tests show that passing X rays through furs kills moth eggs and prevents fur from moth damage, offering a potential method to protect fur garments from moth infestation. The findings suggest a practical application for furriers and buyers seeking long lasting preservation.
The creed affirms belief in prophets Adam Noah Abraham Moses and Jesus along with Muhammad who is described as the most exalted creature of God by Moslems in the text.
For sale 3 percent crops farm and fruit plot with pasture and meadow. Includes dairy and chicken suitability. Prices start at 10000 with good terms. Also 7 room modern house with garage near hospital street at 6750. Includes electric lights, well, cisterns and barn. Additional town lots and farms listed.
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