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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1923
Page
3
Dr J T McCrory preached on Follow Me from Luke 9 59 urging believers to follow Christ beyond church membership. He warned against professions without action and urged abandoning diversions hindering a holy life. A large crowd attended despite Monday’s typically light turnout.
Mace of the Washington Motor Company announces the second annual Fordson Day on Friday in January. The event will feature expert talks on farm machinery, moving pictures of farming operations, a free lunch, and attendance seen at about 600 last year. The program takes place at the Washington Motor Company's building on North Iowa avenue.
Ralph Leo, a prominent baritone, headlines the final season lecture of the Washington Improvement League this Thursday. Proceeds aim to cover a deficit while seats remain at fifty cents. Leo is praised for vocal quality and enunciation.
George Morrison rolled an exceptionally high 221 in the second game and 654 total for the match at the Commercial club alleys. His score propelled Henry Shields No. 3 to defeat Thomp Brookhart No. 2 by 121 pins.
The National Bank’s annual meeting, chaired by Cook with Young as secretary, saw stockholders unanimously reject the current board of directors including W A Cook Col C J Wilson and others. Cashier Young reported a fairly prosperous year and the bank declared the usual nominal dividend. The board’s annual meeting is to be held that evening with no anticipated changes in officers and C G Cunningham listed as chairman.
Funeral services for Mrs. Oliver Hicks who died yesterday morning will be held Wednesday at 2 50 in the Jones and McElhinney chapel. Rev J Reade McCrory of the First United Presbyterian church will conduct. Burial is in Elm Grove cemetery with viewing this evening or tomorrow morning.
A vivid line captures a desire to seize the daring youth who flung a snowball that struck and felled the Skypiece, sparking a heated confrontation over the airborne prank and its reckless reach.
Judge Charles A. Dewey instructed the impaneled grand jury for the January term. Foreman R F McFarlane leads a panel that includes C F Mayer Jr W Grosecup J B Stevenson F A Spenner Kh E Tobin and C B R Sturgeon. Jurors begin work as cases are assigned for trial next Monday afternoon.
Edgar Porter and Ben Briley hunted wolves in the Haskins community after reports of large wolves. Briley crippled a rear leg with a shot, the wolf led them on a chase, and two guns brought it down. The female wolf, old in age, was displayed yesterday in Stewart Hardware window in Washington andy. Dewey Stephens of Ainsworth chased the mate but his result was not learned.
Ed Horsk, a young man living north of town, sustained severe burns to his hands in a closet fire at the Anthony Horak home yesterday morning. He lit a match to see, ignited the fringe of an ironing board, then opened the door to smoky danger. He carried the burning board outside while family members extinguished the blaze with minor closet damage.
Funeral services for Mrs S A White former Washington resident who died at her daughter’s Des Moines home last week were held yesterday at 3 PM at the First United Presbyterian church. Rev J Reade McCrory led the service with a duet sung by Miss Carolyn Hamilton and Mrs Hugh McCleery. Active pallbearers were J M Wilson W A Wilson L D Robinson Ralph Livingston David McLaughlin and L H Wallace. Honorary pallbearers included Dr E T Wickham Col C J Wilson Frank Rh Sage H S Young Alex Dawson and Carl M Keck. Burial followed at Elm Grove cemetery.
A meditation argues that a man must be competent to stand on his own or else he lives false through another’s support. The piece contrasts self reliance with dependency and questions merit in daily life.
Funeral services for Wilbur Lee Chambers one day old son of Mr and Mrs Lee Chambers will be held Wednesday afternoon at Jones and McElhinney chapel at an hour o'clock conducted by Rev C W Klein. Burial will be at Elm Grove. Casket will be opened for friends at the chapel this evening and tomorrow up to the time of the funeral.
Unclear text notes quills used for writing dating back to the fifth century and mentions a song about quills. The fragment presents a claim on ancient writing tools and a possibly musical reference without full context.
A historical note explains the human body releases enough daily heat to melt 44 pounds of ice and bring water to its boiling point, illustrating the body's thermal output.
A nautical fragment recounts a stormy voyage and a sunset glow over the western horizon. Franklin Noble notes the rosy light in the west and the desire to look beyond the visible horizon from the roiling ship.
The Atlanta Constitution reports a heated diner exchange in which the head chef rebukes a returning Black assistant with a racial slur and a demeaning list of tasks, prompting calls for accountability and leadership response.
Classified notice from Boston trans script advertising for sale and seating options for children with or without backs. Detailing available models, pricing, and contact information for purchase or inquiry.
The concept of quarantine dates to early efforts against infectious diseases, with initial formal use recorded in medieval times and refined over centuries to curb spread and protect populations.
Linseed oil, a staple Russian product, is widely used in paints and remains a key edible oil in Russia. The note highlights its dual role in industry and cuisine, reflecting traditional Russian oil production and trade.
A terse aphorism notes that a man who constructs and funds his own escape creates a home to flee from, reflecting a cynical view of self reliance and deceit in 19th century urban life. It captures a wary moral tone and social commentary of the era.
In a terse moment, Pia asks for a drink and Tommy responds that she needs more than water, citing his sister’s joke that she is the driest old stick. The exchange highlights a sharp, teasing dynamic between the characters.
City marshal Harry Edwards says the state law gives police power to kill dogs that run at large. Several nuisance dogs have snapped at people and drawn complaints. officers urge keeping dogs confined to reduce danger.
A fragment notes the armadillo is well equipped with teeth, claiming it has more teeth than any other animal. The brief highlights this notable dental trait without broader context.
A man named Jeney May survived a wreck near the Bermudes islands and built a small boat from the wreckage. He then reached England safely in the improvised craft.
Practical non skid attachment designed to prevent rug movement without pins. A rubber coated net-like liner is fastened to the rug underside and clings to polished floors, eliminating slips.
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