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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1937

Page

2

Bullets Too Hot for Local Team in Washington Exhibition

The Moline Bullets defeated the Washington team 69 to 39 at the local high school gym. Crippen's speed and Crippen's scoring turned the tide, while Mure and Fuhr stood out for the home squad. The Bullets, backed by the Moliner's Men's Club, led from the start and showcased strong teamwork throughout.

Moline Bullets Pickup Washington Hllinois Ces Iun Middle West Mead Crippen Washingtons Mure Fuhr Fuhrns Littl Westermar x-Cards McClure Tons Freshwaters Berlin Lewis Meden Bullets Moliner

Centennial School Leads First Round in Washington League

Centennial School retains undefeated record after beating Lincoln 13-14 in overtime at the Y. Dave Turner led scoring with 16, LeRoy Hill added the other basket. Heights defeated Wallace 9-4 in the other Tuesday game. First round standings show Centennial atop the league with a 3-0 record. Heights 2-1, Wallace 0-2, Lincoln 0-3. Albert Graber of Crawfordsville and Rosalind Bradire of Washington earned a marriage license.

Centennial Lincoln Dave Turner LeRoy Hill Tanner Lincoln Clul Keith Hardy Heights Wallace Richar Grecian Dale Rath Hyerette Frebyl Teddy Munnone James Gilchrist Homer Giese Walace Wol Pet Washington Ae Saag Weatermark Ahrensede iKimberl McWadden Goau McClure Fomment

Washington Demons Struggle in 41–19 Loss to Burlington

Washington high school Demons relapse to poor play as Burlington's stylish uniforms mask a fast, disciplined attack. Burlington, using twelve players, routs Washington 41 to 19 with rebounding defense and swift passing. Clinton Stewart shows early basket form, but typical miscues plague the Demons.

Heavyweight contenders circle Louis in rising wave of challengers

A roundup of rising heavyweights including Gunnar Bar lung Arturo Godoy Bob Pastor and others eye a shot at Joe Louis. The piece notes Schmeling Braddock and Louis own status as the division’s top names while detailing each contender’s style and risk to Louis.

Max Schmeling Jimmy Braddock Joe Joe Louis Chamden Gunnar Barlund Gunnar Paavo Nurmi Schmeling Soph Pampas Leoe Firpo Arturo Godoy South America Arturo

Keota Downs Richland In Narrow 27 25 Ke-Wash Battle

Keota High edged Richland 27 to 25 in a Ke-wash conference game played Monday night. McNowlen and Stoutner starred for Keota while Ward and Emery led Richland.

Richland KEOTA Keota High McNowlen Stoutner Ward Emery Stars

Wyman Boys Sweep Crawfordsville In Two Games

Wyman, Iowa beat Crawfordsville 32-17 in the preliminary, with Jack Gipple scoring 14. In the feature, Wyman won 29-17 after leading 12-3, captained by Wayne Chamberlain with 12 points. Olds also hosted, where Olds nearly toppled Wyman as Kirkpatrick led Olds with 6 and M. Gipple topped Wyman with 7.

Wyman Wayne Chamberlain Olds Jack Gipple Davis Stoner Kirkpatrick M. Gipple

Iowa Veterinarians Gather for State Convention in Des Moines

Iowa Veterinary Medical Association meets in Des Moines with talks on Bane's disease undulant fever links to humans. Dr. A C Peterson notes speakers from Iowa and outside states will cover horse, poultry, hog, cattle, and pet diseases, plus a health program and a wives’ program. The banquet and dance occur January 20.

Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Des Moines A. C. Peterson Bane J. A. Barger Iowa United States Bureau of Animal Industry Peterson Towa Barger Walter L. Bierring State Board of Health American Medical Association Carl F. Jordan W. F. Guard Ohio State University Columbus Ohio H. C. H. Kernkamp University of Minnesota St. Paul Minnesota Robert J. Foster United States Army Washington DD. C American Veterinary Medical Association Ward Giltner Division of Veterinary Medicine Michigan State College Hast Lanning Michigan J. Flynn Kansas City Revert D. Wall Des Moneey Action James C. Carey Westey C. L. Crider Bikader

Power Farming Show Set For January 26 At McCormick-Deering

Harry Roy announces a major Power Farming Show at the McCormick-Deering store on Tuesday January 26. The event features all 1987 farm implements and tractors on display along with free entertainment including sound movies educational discussions and demonstrations. Representatives will be available to explain the new machinery and answer questions. Food and coffee will be served as part of the day.

Harry Roy McCormick-Deering Mr. Roy

Milwaukee R. R. Film Show For Employees

A special film for C. M. & St. P. employees and railroad men will be shown this evening at 7:30 in the waiting room. The film chronicles the development of the system. Others who wish to view the film may attend, announced by Agent W. C. Bell.

R. R C. M St. P W. C. Bell

Picture of Carla Guther in window attracts attention

Friends note a striking photo of Carla Guther in her window beneath the stairs. The image shows Carla in a Centennial costume from last summer and is described as naturally tinted.

Carla Guther Guther Carla

Expressing gratitude for floral offerings and kindnesses

We express sincere appreciation for the beautiful floral offerings and many kindnesses shown by friends and neighbors during the illness and death of our loving husband and father, Mrs. O. C. Patterson and family.

O. C. Patterson

Hospital dismissals and surgeries listed for several residents

At The Hospital Harriett Reister was dismissed for her home yesterday afternoon. Mrs Hattie Laubach Keota was dismissed yesterday afternoon. Maxine Alliman 11 Wayland underwent a minor operation yesterday afternoon. Walter Gene Hardy 4 Riverside admitted last night for observation. Norma Wilkins Wellman underwent an appendectomy this morning. Dorothy Vogel Harper underwent an appendectomy this morning. Second vice president and Dr c J Scott Knoxville are secretary treasurer. Doctors Wall and Scott and Dr G E B Van Tuyl Paullina. Dr H A Breidell Des Moines chief of Iowa bureau of animal industry. Dr F M Wilson Mechanicsville form the executive committee of the association.

Harriett Reister Hattie Laubach Keota Maxine Alliman Wayland Walter Gene Hardy Riverside Norma Wilkins Wellman Dorothy Vogel Harper C. J. Scott Knoxville Wall and Scott G. EB. van Tuyl Paullina H. A. Breidell Des Moines Iowa Bureau of Animal Industry F. M. Wilson Machanicsville Association Joe Chihak Ed Knotek Denver Colo Ottumwa Burlington C. EE. Griffith West Chester Washington Zear Hinshaw A. L. Griffith East Washington Street D. F. Macon Iowa Black H. R. Rohwedder Co. F. Axthem Albert Iverson la& Crosse Wis Maude Morrow Tucson Ariz Pleasant Inn Raymond Minick Florida South Penesgcola Fla

Sickness from Colds Cuts Marked in Carolina Clinic

Greensboro reports the largest clinic of its kind showing a 50.88 percent drop in sickness and a 67.86 percent fall in school absences due to colds. The study, involving 17 853 participants, tested the Vicks Plan for Better Control of Colds in the home and noted fewer colds and shorter illness durations.

Greensboro N. C Herbert H. Bunzell Biochemistry University of Cincinnati Medical School Vick Chemical Company Vicks

Notice of Probate of Will in Washington Court

An instrument purporting to be the last will of George R Townsend, deceased, dated December 22 1936, has been filed in Washington Iowa. A hearing to prove the will is set for January 26 1937 at 9 00 A M in the District Court or Clerk's office. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the will should not be probated. Dated January 19 1937. R R Noonan Clerk of the District Court.

Washington County George R. Townsend Washington Iowa District Court Said County R. R. Noonan

Richland holiday visit and Burlington job moves

Mrs. M R Hinshaw returns to Washington after holidays with relatives in Richland and plans to join her husband in Burlington. Charles Cannon starts work at Tasty Bread in Burlington after a visit with Vernon Witt ting and Mrs Cannon accompany him to Fairfield for a short visit. Local notices mention town residents visiting, travel plans to Hot Springs, Ark, and a series of social and business updates including insurance milestones for Paul Horek and shoppers at Moore's Bootery.

M. R.hinshaw Richland Washington Zear Hinshaw Vernon Witting Charles Cannon Burlington Tasty Bread Company

Older Boys and Girls Meet in County Conference

The county Older Boys and Girls conference date is set for Wednesday February 24 at the Ainsworth United Presbyterian church. Ainsworth group elected officers James Owen president Bill Keiper vice president Maude Barnes secretary Crawfordsville. two committees chairmen appointed. Next meeting scheduled for Sunday January 31 at Ainsworth.

Ainsworth United Presbyterian Church Ainsworth James Owen Bill Keiper Maude Barnes Crawfordsville Furthen

Funeral Services for Charles Ward Held

Funeral services for the late Charles Ward were conducted yesterday at 4 15 PM with Rev. F W Eastwood officiating. Interment followed at Elm Grove cemetery. Casket bearers included Ralph Dougherty and Cloyce Dougherty, Ralph Smith, and others. Mrs Ward and the body arrived from Oklahoma City. the family will remain at the Patterson home for a day. The notice also clarifies that Hazel Morean remains alive in Oklahoma City, while Gertrude Schmoldt died in December 1935 and her husband perished in an October 1936 auto accident.

Charles Ward F. W. Eastwood Elm Grove Cemetery Ralph and Cloyce Dougherty Ralph Smith Smit Lemmon Glen Coward Howard White Oklahoma City Washington L. S. Patterson

Pilgrims Traveled on Foot to Medina and Mecca

In early times Moslem pilgrims journeyed to the sacred cities Medina and Mecca by foot, enduring long marches and rugged routes as part of their religious observance.

Medina Mecca

Baby named Merrill Don after medical aid

Dr Myrtle Tiffin reports the baby and mother are both getting along well after a medicine feeding event. The name Merrill Don has been chosen for the infant.

Merrill Don Myrtle Tiffin

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