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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1923

Page

3

Sermon Emphasizes God Wants Salvation for All

Dr J T McCrory preached at First United Presbyterian on God’s desire to save every person through Christ. He cited Peter’s visit to Cornelius and multiple salvific messengers, urging that the way remains open. The sermon drew a large audience as campaign meetings continue.

J. T. McCrory First United Presbyterian Church Peter Cornelius Geo. Stewart Wilson Ieiter Marion George Will Eldridge James Ferguson Musile Presbyterian First Second United Presbyterian

Leo's Recital Shines as Season Highlight in Washington

Ralph Leo and his baritone voice receive high praise from critics and audiences in Washington Iowa. The Improvement League lecture course drew its largest crowd yet as Leo performed songs including his father's works and spirituals. Accompanist and host W C Harding also helped drive strong reception and future plans for next season. Near East relief drives led by Lydia Eicher aim to mobilize clothing donations and grain contributions for refugees and famine areas. Plans to organize community drive and leadership roles are underway.

Ralph Leo Washington Iowa Lee Leo Ernest A. Lee Cedar Dapide Mr. Leo Lydia Eicher Red Cross Europe Near East

No Hunting or Trespassing on Private Premises

Property owners forbid hunting with guns or dogs and trespassing on their premises. Violators will be dealt with to the full extent of the law. Names listed include Ed Miller Charles Longer Jay Busby Frank Melinsky Joe Wright Charles Schiebel J. H. Baird John E. Griffith Fred Longer Mrs. Mary McKinney George Duke Schoonover Oliver Frank Leeper. January 4 8 12.

Ed Miller Charles Longer Jay Busby Frank Melinsky Joe Wright Charles Schiebel J. H. Baird John E. Griffith Fred Longer Mary McKinney George Duke Schoonover Oliver Frank Leeper

Mrs Coffey Travels From West Chester to Washington

Mrs. I. E. Coffey of West Chester is spending today in Washington. Mrs. Lillie Hopkins and her son Edward have returned to Chicago after visiting Mrs. Mary Cook.

I. E. Coffey West Cheater Washington Lillie Hopkins Edward Mary Cook Chicago

Local Society Announcements and Club Meetings

Queen Esther girls plan a 7 30 gathering with Mary Tucker on Monday. The WSC will meet Mrs Mary Turnipseed Thursday afternoon January 18. Parmers Co operative Exchange stockholders meet January 17 at 1 00 at Woodman hall. Ladies Aid social moved to Friday January 19. D of Acs installs officers Friday 7 30 with district deputy Cummings address at 8 30. West Chester Farmers Local union and shipping association meet Tuesday January 16 with oyster supper. Ed Hartman of Hartman Ice Cream Co. confined at home due to illness.

Queen Esther Mary Tucker Parmers Co-operative Exchange Woodman Hall Ladies’ Aid Society The Methodist Church D. of Acs K. C. Hall Cummings St. James Parish West Chester Farmers Local Union and Shipping Association Ed Hartman Hartman Ice Cream Co

Court deliberations hinge on tonight's basketball result

The Washington court adjourned to next Monday while jury cases await. Grand jury reported bootlegging and inspected the county jail and home, praising facilities. Washington faces Muscatine in a pivotal Little Six basketball clash with potential title implications.

Charles A. Dewey Enfield R. F. McFarlane Washington County Frank Beatty

Fortnightly club honors aged local woman

Miss Mary Parker, a remarkable 91 year old, celebrated with birthday greetings from the Bible department of the Fortnightly club and a birthday cake from the Baptist church women. Mrs E J Page visited Davenport for a few days while Mrs Cora DeKamp returned to Muscatine after a stay with Miss Wolfe in Washington Smith Emporium.

E. J. Page Davenport Cora DeKamp Muscatine Smith Emporium Miss Wolfe Washington, Smith Emporium Mary Parker Miss Parker Bible Department

University of Iowa Posts Big Growth in Enrollment

The University of Iowa ranks fourth among 83 large colleges in the United States for percentage increase in students from 1921 to 1922 and eighth in absolute growth. From 1921 to 1922 enrollment rose from 5,973 to 6,800, with current figures about three times ten years ago and near twice five years back.

Iowa City University of Iowa United States Boston Evening Transcript University of Town Keroup Alt Iowa

Nighttime Horror Dream Recalls Fearful Awakening

A dream of terror in the middle of the night unsettles the sleeper. They wake in affright, feel rooted, and recall only fragments of the dream, leaving the meaning and full details elusive.

Farm clubs in Iowa show strong membership and impact

A survey by Iowa State College extension reports 9,969 Iowa youths join Livestock and Farm Crops clubs, with members raising valued products totaling 160,591 dollars. The purebred gilt club leads with 1736 members, and clubs are credited with fostering farming skills and reducing urban migration among rural youth.

Ihiv Associated Press Ames Iowa Iowa State College

Mrs B A Thompson Visits Friends in West Liberty

Mrs B A Thompson traveled to West Liberty this morning to visit friends, returning later in the day.

B. A. Thompson West Liberty

State Liability Turns Into Asset for Iowa

Iowa officials report $40,000 in rental revenue from the former State Hospital for inebriates at Knoxville was returned to the treasury. Prohibition reduced hospital use from 109 alcoholics in 1918 to 11 by 1920, leading to abandonment and eventual sale to the government for $200,000, with six buildings and 320 acres included. The board cites total savings of $361,000 from funds and revenues.

Associated Press Des Moines State of Iowa J. H. Strief State Board of Control State Hospital Knoxville Iowa Board of Canol Gov Yar Veterans Hospital Board of Control

Army Budget Sets 125000 Soldier Force As Last Year

Washington January 12 A standing army of 125000 men and 12000 commissioned officers as authorized last year is provided for in the army appropriation bill reported to the house today.

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