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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1919

Page

3

New Yorker to Speak Tonight on Armenian Relief

Tonight at eight in the Methodist church Samuel Neveleff Secretary of the Central Relief Association of New York will address the need for aid to destitute Armenians and Syrians. He urges Iowa to meet its 1 479 000 quota and emphasizes wartime unity across religions and nationalities in a call to generous giving.

Samuel Neveleff Central Relief Association of New York Armenia Syria Asia Muscatine Dubuque Waterloo Mr. Neveleff Towa Neveleff Red Cross Organization For Relief America

Beginnings and Growth of Fortunes in Daily Life

A compact meditation on how fortunes start with small deposits and simple beginnings. It argues that a solid start brings independence and sets the stage for rapid growth and lasting wealth.

Bank Officers and Trustees List Incomplete Roster

A fragmentedOCR listing names and titles appears to show John Alex Young as President, Charles Cunningham as President, Marvey 8 Young as Vice President, Ponald Beth as Cashier, and other scattered roles including Little Fires, John Alex Young, Chas Cunningham, J. Wilteoner, T. Wickham, Win A. Cook, Lieyd Lytle, Jas A. Harwood-Wrank, L. Wilson, Marsl, W. Batley. The document lacks clear structure and full context.

John Alex Young Charles Cunningham Marvey Young Ponald, Beth Little Fires C, Cunningham Chas J. Wilteoner BE. T. Wickham Win A. Cook Lieyd Lytle Jas A. Harwood Wrank L. Wilson Marsl W. Batley

Cow Herd Auction Notice by G M Humble

G M Humble invites buyers to view his entire herd for sale to the highest bidder on January 30. The notice lists cow lots 22 24 28 and references cattle available for bidding.

G. M. Humble

Islands Once Pirate Stronghold In Virgin Islands

Archaeologists report findings in the Virgin Islands suggesting ancient Indian inhabitants used canoes to raid distant shores in search of loot. The research points to long sea voyages and pirate activity as part of early island history.

Islands Virgin Islands Iselands

Memorial plans heard by ad men

Mrs. M. Hollinger president of the Washington Relief Corps urged countywide memorial support before the Advertising Club at Deans Cafe. She proposed a community center funded by the memorial rather than a marble monument to honor local service members.

Advertising Club W. R. Cols

Nineteenth Century Club and Local Society Announcements

Saturday afternoon the Nineteenth Century Club meets at Mrs N L Babcock's home. Outlook issues contain study questions. The Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist church holds a Friday 2:50 PM meeting at the church. Rev SS K Coats leads Wednesday prayer meeting January 22. Rally Day is next Sunday for the Bible School. Washington Improvement League plans a Saturday 2:36 PM meeting at Mrs A R Miller's home to elect officers. dues payable.

Nineteenth Century Club N. L. Babcock Outlook Ladies’ Aid Society of the Methodist Church Christian Church SS. K. Coats Bible School Washingtonimprovement League A. R. Miller

Mrs. Ira Vincent Dies in Algona Iowa

Mrs Ira Vincent died at her Algona home in Iowa this morning at five o clock She will be brought to Washington for burial with a private service at Woodford chapel and burial at Kim Grove cemetery The funeral party travels Friday morning She was born April 12 1865 and lived in Washington before marrying Mr Vincent on June 14 1906 She was a member of the Second United Presbyterian church later joining the Presbyterian church of Algona She is survived by her husband and three siblings including Dr Anderson Mrs George Maxwell and Mrs W T Ewing

Ira Vincent Alsona Iowa Washington Woodford Chapel J. M. Wishart Leslie Mountford Kim Grove Cemetery W. E. Anderson Algona Vincent Alagna Washington Academy Second United Presbyterian Church Presbyterian Church of Alcona Anderson George Maxwell W. T. Ewing Colorado Springs Colo Milan Shields

Paradox Echoes in Loose Talk and Sharp Questions

A fragment quotes a late modern voice noting that those who boast in polished speech can still answer pointed questions, while presenting a playful critique of self importance and rhetorical bravado. It frames language as a test of insight.

Bellinie Heltine Husself

Private Randle recalls front line action and sea voyage return

Private Marion A. Randle of the 126th artillery recounts four days under fire on the St Mihiel front and a near-miss with shell fragments. He describes the Kashmir voyage, limited meals, a storm off the Irish coast, and docking in Glasgow. He notes training in France and sees French soldiers and girls with mixed impressions. He also mentions meeting Dave Livingston at Borceaux and a homeward trip aboard the Pocahontas carrying 3809 men with comfortable sleep aboard.

Marion A. Randle J. B. Randle France 126Th Artillery Germany Iowa St. Mihiel Randle Davenport Washington Boy 126Th Kashmir Glasgow Scotland Liverpool Lowanus America Borceaux Randie Dave Livingston Pocahontas

Funeral services for A. L. Mayer in Dutch Creek

Funeral services for A. L. Mayer who died suddenly last Sunday at his home in Dutch Creek township were held Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock at his late home conducted by Rev E Drebert of the Grace Hill Moravian church. Pall bearers were six cousins Jake Ed and Adam Mayer Jaze Ramee Henry Blattner and George Blattner. Interment was in Oak Ridge cemetery.

A. L. Mayer Dutch Creek Township E. Drebert Grace Hill Moravian Church Jake Adam Mayer Jaze Ramee Henry Blattner George Blattner Oak Ridge Cemetery

Richard Malin of Columbus Junction Dies Suddenly

Richard Malin, long time Washington resident, died today of apoplexy at his Columbus Junction home after recent influenza with pneumonia complications. Born 1867 in the county, he worked in furniture and undertak ing, and married Anna McFarland in 1890. Survived by daughter Mrs. Ed Newell. burial planned in Washington with details to follow.

Washington Columbus Junction Tick Malin This County Jas, Malli Miller Furniture Anna McFarland Ed Newell W. W. Melariand

Quarters Ample Room and Food for Guests

The notice highlights ample quarters and generous meals for visitors. It emphasizes comfortable lodging and abundant provisions, signaling readiness to accommodate guests with ample dining and living space.

Foley's Honey and Tar Endorsed By San Antonio Patient

Win Barnes of San Antonio Texas reports fever and respiratory illness followed by pneumonia and a persistent cough. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar with full recovery and cessation of coughing after use. Leannon's Pharmacy advertisement supports the product claim.

Barnes San Antonio Texas Foley Leannon'’s Ad Vt

For Husbands Only: Lois Weber's New Jewel Picture

Lois Weber closes months of prep to unveil For Husbands Only at the Graham theatre as a Jewel Production starring Mildred Harris with Lewis J. Cody Kathleen Kirkham and Fred Goodwins. Ruth St. Den and Ted Shawn Denia Shawn dancers appear in exquisite settings as the story unfolds with unusual twists and a baffling climax.

Lots Weber Milved Harris Lois Weber Graham Theatre Miss Weber G. 1S. Stern Mildred Harris Lewis J. Cody Kathleen Kirkham Fred Goodwins Mary Wickford Mins Weber Denia Shawn Ruth St. den Ted Shawn

How to Live Longer Book Promises Longevity Tips

A newly published work titled How to Live Longer offers guidance on extending life. The author urges readers to embrace practical health steps and mindful living as a path to longer, better days.

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