Local Social Events and Notices Highlight Community Life
A roundup of gatherings in the Center community includes a bridal honor for Mlle Albert Gibeon, a Martiage ceremony for Fanny M. Funston and John W. Henderson at Rev. Barker’s home, a birthday dinner for Mrs. Tony Waldschmidt, and a Social Hour Club sewing session with pink and white luncheon. Fortnightly club members discussed menus for impromptu luncheons and related topics at the January meeting.
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Fred Neid Andomire
Wartel
Albert Gibeon
Pheir
Gibeon
Ineen
Fanny M. Funston
John W. Henderson
T. Barker
Barker
Seba
Tom Dowis
Floyd Murdock
Margaret Godfrey
Donald McLaughlin
W. F. Hender
Marriage of Maede Simerman and Lee Lease at Burlington
Miss Maede Simerman of Washington wed Mr. Lee Lease of Crawfordsville in Burlington with Rev. Hoy McAhinney officiating. Witnesses included Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Worwa and relatives. The bride, once a West Chester area student and millinery worker, wore brown satin canton crepe with Spanish lace. The couple plan to reside in Crawfordsville after February 1.
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Burlington
Maede Simerman
Washington
Lee Lease
Deawfordaville
Hoy McAihinney
M. D. Worwocle
Audt
Ste Fea
Lease
Washington County
George Stwerman
West Chester
Gates
Clark
Enslin
John Lease
Crawfordsville
Origin of Dead Sea Salt Linked to Atmospheric Transport
The Washington Star reports a new view on the Dead Sea saltiness. It argues that rocks and soil supply only a fraction of the salt found in the Dead Sea basin, with winds from ice delivering the major salt input from the atmosphere, a claim supported by matching bromine levels between the Dead Sea and the Mediterranean.
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Dead Sea
Mediterranean
Washington Star
Paradise Fish Mating Behavior Described in Chinese Waters
A description notes paradise fish in China blow bubbles to create a froth at the surface and transfer eggs to the undersurface, guarding them from destruction by their myzite.
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China
Revival Services at Christian Church Rally Draws Crowds
The revival continues with growing attendance and strong sermons by Brother Campbell. The auditorium seats eight hundred, with fifty extra chairs available and a nursery for mothers and babies. Mrs Max Marble sang impressively, and four additions were made to songbooks. The booster club claims hospitality wins and urged participation from Washington families at the 7 30 service as the community joins in the non sectarian revival for the good of Washington cognate.
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Brother Campbell
Alexander Campbell
Campbel
God
Booster Club
Centor
Max Marble
Sli
Marble
Waerington
Washington
Borrowed Smiles and Quips From Life in a 1900s Page
A collage of light humor and social snippets from the Baltimore American features a widow’s remark on Cuba’s freedom, a hotel clerk quip about baths, a boy’s complaint about bath choice, and a wry observation on luck from lawyers.
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Baltimore American
Beware Snap Judgment with Distinction in Charity
Fragmentary prose urges applying swift mercy to the poor, emphasizing equal treatment and timely aid. It warns against delaying help and highlights the moral test of generosity toward those in greatest need.
Illusions of a Dinner Party Turned Odd
A young woman dining at a strange house is served a dish of belled onions. The hostess responds with enthusiasm to a strange remark about the vegetables, while the transcript hints at a hidden or uncanny moment during the meal.
Housework Scars Reveal Slips At Butcher Shop
Erratic dialogue describes work scars on hands and the toll of labor. Fragmented remarks compare brides and seasoned workers, noting burns and cuts from cooking and gas work as a sign of experience.
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Amy
Postmaster General Opposes Section Limiting Press Freedom
Hays announces opposition to section 6 of the Walsh amendment to an anti gambling bill, arguing it would curb press freedom. He supports sections removing betting odds from newspapers and urges defeat of the bill or removal of restrictive provisions.
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Postwhaeter
Hays
Nélson
Judiciary
Capri
Wool Rehew
Tomer
Orans
Lapy
Voltaire
End of Mayor’s Term Reflections On Justice
A southern mayor reflects on his final days in office with a firm pledge to administer justice impartially, steering away from bias or favoritism as his term ends. The narrator notes the measured tone and commitment to integrity guiding his governance.
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Tal
Yoo
The New Way Seeks Clarity Amid Modern Promises
A fragmented note discusses identity through associations and the influence of companions on reputation. It contrasts action with company and hints at evaluating personal standards in a changing social landscape.
Lines to Be Remembered Reflect Human Adaptation
The excerpt discusses how humans adapt to their surroundings and the course of development. It notes that processes that fit one to the world they live in can bring both satisfaction and frustration, yet facing these facts with courage and spiritual resources remains essential.
Wallace plans for federal highway administration
Secretary of Agriculture Wallace outlines tentative rates and regulations for the federal highway act enabling 75 million dollars for federal aid road construction. The Department consults state highway officials and asks states to submit tentative routes for primary and secondary systems while the Bureau of Public Roads reviews projects for alignment with a forthcoming national plan.
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Washington
de Jaiis P2
Secretary of
Wallace
Department
American Gasocifation of
Socoh State Highway Department
Bureau of Public Roads
No Change at Burlington Mail and Passenger Service
General Superintendent F. H. Vetick via chief clerk T. W. Pixley announced there would be no changes in the three mail and one passenger service at Burlington. The statement came this afternoon at 3 o'clock despite ongoing operations and local expectations of adjustments.
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Burlington
F. H. Vetick
T. W. Pixley
Keota Residents Named in Averaged Probate Matter
An average loonge today to John M. Gallerton and Fannie M. Funston, both of Keota.
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John M. Eallerton
Fannie M. Funston
Keota
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Sollaly
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Hviley
Colletta Franzen
Tony Waldschmidt
Salt Lake City
W. 3. Filton
Christian Church
Cuba
Mie
Thompson & Wheeler
AAA
A. E. Aitchison
Allace
Burlingston Dietness
Ottumwa
Creston
Cash and Carry Market
Union Stock Yards
Chicago
Marcus Kuhn
Farmers & Merchants State Bank the Bank
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