Local notices round up in Washington area
Local items include cattle loads delivered to auctions, calls for bids on Ainsworth cemetery upkeep, and visits by residents to Washington. Farm Bureau members from Washington and nearby areas attend the Des Moines federation convention with several named participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Ainsworth
Twn
Louvise Boitleau
William Zeger
Kalona
Ed Hotle
Keots
Wade Gardner
Hospital Procedures and Discharges Report
Ward Chandler had an appendectomy and tonsillectomy this morning. Sam Boyd was discharged yesterday afternoon, and Mrs. John Naughton and her son were discharged yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward Chandler
Sam Boyd
John Naughton and Son
Mother Kills Children in Westchester Home Tragedy
Mrs. Sarah Oberle, 50, blamed fear of cancer and her children's future for a deadly attack on her two daughters and son with an iron bar as they slept in Westchester Pa. She then tried suicide, but an electric cord failed. Police reported the grim incident.
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Westchester Pa
Sarah Oberle
Ches Tey County Farm Extension Association
What Methodists Stand for Neighborhood Church Event
Neighbor’s Night at the Methodist Church invites all. A general chorus, instrumental numbers, and an engaging discussion will follow Dr. Schwartz’s talk "What Methodists Stand For." Bring a neighbor and join the community effort.
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Methodist Church
Heifers Fetch 100.50 at Fred Mouser Sale Kalona
Farm sale five miles southwest of Kalona drew a large crowd with White Face stock cows averaging 86.85 per head. Two 2-year old heifers sold for 100.50 to Joe Wright. Seven yearling steers 70 a head. Mass and Son 46.25 for calves. Two smooth mouth horses 267.50. Mouser pleased with results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Mouser
Kalona
Joe Wright
W. M. Koening
Mass & Son
Shores
Mouser
Family News From Washington To Burbank
Mr and Mrs Dan Campbell and son Robert leave for home in Burbank Calif after visiting Mrs Campbell s sister Blanch Brook in Washington and her parents in Winfield Also Mrs Ethel Wilde daughter and granddaughter Mary Ann Teft from Peoria Ill visit the Meek family LeRoy Pratt returns from Investors Syndicate meeting in Des Moines Iowa Nine declamatory contest in Muscatine tonight Participants Billy Cox Lawrence Whisler and Charles Bear compete in humorous and dramatic divisions Fresh Eggs Retail 18c per doz W S Reister Sons advertisement.
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Dan Campbell
Robert
Peoria
M. R. Meek
Fort Des Moines
Des Moines
J. W. Cox
Muscatine
Iowa
Billy
Lawrence Whisler
Charles Bear
Gordon Buys Farm West of Chester for 130 Per Acre
The Loren Bennett farm west and south of West Chester was sold this week to Glen Gordon for 130 dollars an acre. Other notes mention Florida trip returns, a new son to Mr. and Mrs. Meade Sigmond near Des Moines, Home Art club officers installed, a Washington visit by Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Griggs, a school musical program, and PTA meeting upcoming at the high school.
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White
Craw
iseAuctioneer
D. F. Macon
Iowa
Nona Totman
Fort Department
Addie Campbell
Enport
Department
Jo Mathers
W. F. W. Auxi
Valentine
South Window
Westphal Jeweler
Globe Barber Shop
Washington
al Ledger
Washington, D. C
EF. C. Beicher
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
R. C. Ferguson
West Chester
Loren Bennett
Here
Glen Gordon
Florida
Bauer
Famiy
Miama Fla
Bobby
Maud Wagner
Letts
Eldon Bauer
Wm. Sigmond
Des Moines
Wiliam
Meade Sigmond
J. R. Griggs
Lewia Hering
Juanita
Hevre
British iron and steel industry origins cited
A claim is noted that every essential mention of the modern iron and steel industry originates from Britain, reflecting a belief in British primacy in foundational industrial development.
The Claque and Its Ancient Hired Applause Origin
The claque or hired applause has ancient roots and is attributed to Nero in the traditional account. The practice involved paid spectators who would clap or boo to shape public reception of performances.
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Nero
County Home Property Values Rise in Inventory Report
An annual valuation lists county home property at 818503.75 with living goods totaling 18403.75 besides livestock and farming gear. Receipts reach 4238.91 led by livestock sales 2192.75 and corn hog dividends. expenditures total 19767.71 with household goods 9346.37 and farm assets including cattle hogs and grain.
Kipling Relapse Report From London Hospital
Rudyard Kipling worsened slightly this morning at the London hospital where he is fighting death from a perforated gastric ulcer. Doctors reported no change in his critical condition and he remains under close observation.
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London
Rudyard Kipling
Neighbor Trees Draw Nutriment Through Roots
Scientists list scotch pine among trees shown to share nutrients with nearby trees via root connections. Other species noted include fir spruce larch and white pine.
Journal Sale Date Column
Jan 17 horse sale 20 head West 3rd street Brown & Snyder Jan 21 public sale Frank Soukup 34 miles northeast Jan 21 Wallace Carson 4 miles west of Brighton public sale Jan 22 S R Wallace closing out sale 1 1/2 miles north of Haskins Jan 23 Hoyle and Davis 4 miles west Washington on No Jan 27 closing out sale 2 miles east of Haskins Lee Colton Jan 28 Knotek Bros drills bred sow sale Washington Jan 29 C R Gallagher 6 1/2 miles north of Washington Jan 30 Frank McAvoy public sale Jan 31 Fili s R Zook 1 1/2 miles northeast of Nobe Feb 5 Murray Smylie closing out sale 3 miles northeast on route 3 Community sale every Saint 4ay City Feed Yard Midway Sale Co Columbus Junction every Wednesday
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3Rd Street
Brown & Snyder
Frank Soukup
Wallace Carson
Brighton
S. R. Wallace
Haskins
Hoyle and Davis
Washington
Lee Colton
Knotek Bros
Drrs
C. R. Gallagher
Frank McAvoy
Snowball School
Hoyle Farm
W. A. Phillips Place
Shebeck & Hoyle
Filis R
P. T. A. Sponsors Marionette Show in Columbus Junction
The Conesville Parent-Teacher Association sponsored a marionette show by Mrs. Ethel Hanley of Muscatine at the Columbus Junction high school gymnasium. Officers named in Louisa County Mutual Fire Insurance association included Cord McDaniel as president, Fred Wiederrecht as vice president, A. J. Odile as secretary, and J. W. Wiederrecht as treasurer, with directors Co. B. Nicholson, Paul Schafer, B. A. Jennings, and J. W. Boyd. Reports indicated a satisfactory condition. Local residents visited relatives in Rock Island and plans were announced for closing out sales and moves to other properties.
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Martha Butler
Columbus Junction
Conesville
Parent- Teacher Association
Ethel Hanley
Muscatine
Cord McDaniel
Louisa County Mutual Fire Insurance Association
Fred Wiederrecht
A. J. Odile
J. W. Wiederrecht
Wapello
Co. B. Nicholson
Oakland Township
Paul Schafer
Port Louisa
B. A. Jennings
Elm Grove
J. W. Boyd
Elizabeth Harvey
Ashland
BE. F. Davis
Beulah Wilson
Lawrence Richards
Viret Fraze
Rock Island
E. Titlard and Sons
Letts
Gamble
Frank Parmeter
Iowa City
D. Chalmers Fulton
Washington
C. Ramsdale
Columbus City
Chimney Fire at Talley Rand Home Scare Ends Quiet
Talley Rand Jan 13 chimney fire in the Robert G. Sheets residence burned slowly then attic flames appeared about 11 40. Keota fire truck and neighbors aided, fire under control with no chemicals used. Family thanks helpers for preventing greater damage. Nearby residents and visitors listed among weekend activities.
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June Sheets
Talleyrand
Robert G. Sheets
Keota
Sheetz
Kiefer
Clifford Kiefer
Iowa City
Joan Kiefer
John Kiefer
Milo Times
Kenneth
Hubert Sheetz
Petie Greiner, Jr
Art Stoutner
John A
Mike L. Greiner
John Goeldner
Robert Sheetz Batcher
Zeno Kieler
Talleyrand Hall
Carl W. Klein
Washington
Robert Sheetz
Fred Neubart
Will Crawford
Aston Buck
Joe Ott
Petie Tines
Leonard Bernard
Mike A. Greiner
A Keote
Company K Boys Hold Reunion and Elect New Officers
The Fourth Reunion of Company K veterans gathered at the Congress private dining room for a reunion and dinner on Jan 15. Attendees included John L. Wilson of Wapelo and Clyde Carey of Fruitland, with veterans Mil an Shields and Harry Boyer honored posthumously.
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John L. Wilson
Wapelo
Clyde Carey
Fruitland
Dale Atkinson
Bobe Kurtz
Washington
First Colony in Central America Founded by Columbus
The first Central American colony founded by Columbus was established in Costa Rica where he left his brother Bartholomew.
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Central America
Columbus
Costa Rica
Bartholomew
Sunflower in American History and Hearth
The sunflower is described as wholly American with Indians cultivating it for dyes food and oils. The plant accompanied old fashioned homes and, in late summer, sparrows and jays came to feast on the seeds.
Football coach notes injury but praises player resilience
A player dislocated her shoulder during practice and the team wishes her a speedy recovery. The coach emphasized the importance of returning to training and staying positive.
Marmola Diet Pill Ad Claims Easy Weight Loss
A vintage Marmola advertisement touts a simple fat reduction method with no strenuous exercise. It promises rapid results with four tablets daily and claims 20 million packages sold since 1907, urging immediate purchase and asserting lasting benefits.
George Bond Family and Visitors At Ollie Home
George Bond and family host visitors from Washington State including Roscoe Bales and Clayton, then tour Orval Ward’s home near Ollie. Local gatherings feature Otto Sheetz and Anna Sheetz households, Washington calls, sales, and community announcements. February declamatory contest set for Mt Union with surrounding towns competing. New table tennis sets and boxing gloves purchased for noon activity period.
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Eloise Sheetz
Tyrone
Roscoe Bales
Clayton
Washington State
George Bond
Orval Ward
Ollie
Otto Sheetz
Anna M. Sheetz
Fred Sheetz
Washington
Pringle Sale
Richland
Ed Piefeffer
Boise Sheetz
Davenport
Everette Fagen
Roy Rains
George Crawford
Anna Sheetz
Leland Sheetz
Sherman Butterbaugh
Wellman
Ray Browner
Fred Sheets
Hubbs
Ruby
Gladys Sheetz
Walker Sheetz
Ray Raing
Dave Tempe
Jess Bales
Daryl Helsher
Josephine Singmaster
Animals in Ethiopia Squirrels and Monkeys Range Wide
Squirrels hares and monkeys populate Ethiopia from the worn lowlands to elevations up to 10 000 feet. The hardy mammals adapt across varied habitats and the report highlights their widespread presence in the region.
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Ethiopia
Iowa Ohio game attended by local students in Iowa City
Mr. Miller Mr. Jones and Mr. Ellis were in Iowa City Saturday taking class work Geo Boller and Warren Graber accompanied them and all remained for the Iowa Ohio star basketball game in the evening The second semester work has started with several electives being offered to the upper classes.
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Miller
Jones
Ellis
Iowa City
Geo. Boller
Warren Graber
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G. Gordon
Chester
Loren Bennett Farm
Arkansas
Goodwin
Ark
Mem
Phis
Tenn
Little Rock
F. C. Hart
Inset
Kipling
Journal
Mrs. Hanley
Everett Barham
Milan Shields
Harry Boyer
Frank Gray
Ed Shellabarger
Everett Burbam
Stoner
Mt. Union
Mt Union
Olds
Winfield
Pleasant Lawn
Wayland
Mt. Pleasant
Rothschild’s
Dorga Gordon
Neily
Kayser
Silk
Brother & Sister
Balbriggan
Soto
Rothschild’'S
Con
Fidence
Mit
Southern Utilities Company
F. B. Miller
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