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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1925

Page

3

Y. M. C. A. Board Names Secretary for Burlington

The Local Y M C A board names Harry Kreider as general secretary to Burlington after five years of Boys Work. Kreider, 28, will arrive by February end with State Secretary Fred Hansen assisting as interim. Temporary director Mr Maneen and Ficherd Fravis of Greensburg fill shifts until a permanent choice is made.

Y. M. C. A. Association Harry Kreider Burlington Y. M Kreider Fary Hanson Phiadelphia Medical Department Washington Maneen Ficherd Fravis Greeneburz Ind

Jenkins-Denison trial pauses for evidence delay

Progress of the Jenkins-Denison trial halted as attorneys confer on further evidence. A large crowd waited through the forenoon and again in the afternoon. Judge Wagner set resumption for 4:30. Defendants' witnesses were heard yesterday afternoon, including Mrs. Minnie J. Kosgard of Davenport.

Minnie J. Kosgard Davenport

Iowa to Begin Early Spring Football Drills

University of Iowa football players both varsity and freshmen will report shortly after February 1 for winter practice. Coach Burton A. Ingwersen aims to start earlier than ever with theoretical work until Iowa Field is ready for more strenuous drills. Chalk talks and play demonstrations will define the sessions as new players gain insight into the mentor's style.

Iowa City University of Iowa Burton A. Ingversen Lowa Field Lowa

Y M C A Opens With Open House and Dedicatory Service

The Y M C A board announces preparations for a formal opening with an open house on Saturday January 31. Citizens are invited to inspect the building with program segments in the gymnasium and swimming pool on Sunday February 1 for the dedicatory service. Further program details will follow as plans finalize.

Newton Kansas Etortine Point

Miss A. M. Finney Dies After Illness at 70

Miss Annette Martha Finney, over seventy, died this morning at her South Avenue C home after months of illness. Born in Mansfield Ohio, she long resided in Washington and belonged to the Associate Presbyterian church. She leaves cousins in this community. Funeral at her home Friday at two led by Rev. A. M. Malcolm. Body to be interred in Manefield Ohio.

Annette Martha Finney South Avenue C Mansfield Ohio Washington Associate Presbyterian Church A. M. Malcolm Albia Manefield

University radio station changes call letters to WSUI

The University of Iowa radiocasting station WHAA will be renamed WSUI, reflecting State University of Iowa. The change follows long efforts to secure the WSUI call, accomplished this week after initial attempts last year.

Associated Press Iowa City Jans WHAA University of Iowa WSU The State University of Iowa

Dr Rice wife survives after self-inflicted gunshot

In Ft Dodge Louisiana on January 22 doctors said Mrs. Edwin Rice in critical condition after her husband shot her Monday night and killed himself. An operation removed a bullet lodged in her side. Funeral services set for later this week. No coroner’s inquest was held. There are interesting items in the advertisements today.

Ft. Dodge Edwin Rice Rice

Nurses Finish Course Tonight at Washington County Hospital

Graduation exercises honor three young women who completed the training course in the Washington county hospital school for nurses. The program starts at eight o'clock at the YMCA building with seating for hundreds. The Florence Nightingale pledge will be taken, followed by a song by the student nurses.

Washington County Hospital School For Frederick W. Eastwood J. Reade McCrory Shields Orchestra

Iowa employment grows despite shutdowns and repairs

The Iowa Bureau of Labor Statistics reports December employment held up with 80 full time, 14 part time, and 6 shut down firms per 100. Industries with gains include sugar starch 33.9 percent and agricultural implements 20.2 percent. Building permits show a small count but a total valuation rise of 312,286 aided by school projects and a large power plant.

Decengper

Flanagen's Boys Set for Graham Theatre Show

Father Flanagan's Boys' Home of Omaha promotes a January 26 Graham theatre appearance at 8 15 pm with a 4 pm matinee for children. The program features a boy band orchestra soloists and comedians. admission is free and a rush crowd is expected. The home serves nearly 2000 boys and is noted as a non sectarian agency near Overlook Farm.

Father Planagan Roya Omaha Washington Graham Theatre Father Flanagan Overlook Dodge Street Caruso of McCormack John McCormack

New Auto License Bill Proposed In Des Moines

A proposed motor vehicle bill to cut license fees about 15 percent faces uncertain passage. The bill, steered by Senator Bereman, would raise certain registrations for trucks and adjust minimums, with passenger car rates on a sliding scale. Vehicle users would pay more for heavier freight trucks to offset highway upkeep costs.

Associated Press State House Des Moines Bereman Jasper County

Bushman and Beverly Bayne Separate in Los Angeles

Francis X. Bushman and wife Beverly Bayne have separated. Bayne told the Los Angeles Times that no divorce action is planned soon, adding that they agreed it would be better to live apart.

Francis Beverly Los Angeles Calif Francis X. Bushman Beverly Bayne Los Angeles Times Miss Bayne

To Become Wise Learn of the Skillful

A short quotation attributed to Benjamin Franklin about self-teaching and wisdom. It warns that self-reliance without guidance leads to folly and emphasizes the value of skilled instruction in learning and growth. The line reflects a 18th century aphorism tone.

Hinself Benjamin Prantk

Dandy Day Forecast Hints at Dry Spell Ahead

The weather note praises a sunny day and predicts two more days like this before roads become dangerous. It stresses bright sun and potential travel hazards if the spell continues.

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