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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1921
Page
6
Fairfield has 6511 residents per a community club led census, surpassing prior federal and state counts. The effort counted 1596 residences with 13 vacant and 29 under construction, noting College addition residents and nonresidents with business ties were excluded.
Two turbines at the Song Railway and Light plant failed last night, nearly cutting electricity for towns within twenty five miles of Cedar Rapids and plunging most street lights in the city into darkness. Chicago repair crews arrived, fixing one turbine by midnight, but surrounding towns remained in semi darkness for days.
A Forbes Magazine saying notes work as a loyal friend guiding progress. It argues that treating work as a best ally rather than a foe drives advancement and avoids downhill outcomes.
Iceland hosts rich sections of agate and chalcedony valued for jewelry and industrial use in watch bearings and electrical components, signaling significant mineral potential and craft demand.
Des Moines reports Iowa corn will star at the Shrine Imperial conclave in June. Plans call for corn stalks around downtown electroliers and a corn covered clock at Fifth Street. Potentate Claude Fisher notes corn will appear in many forms except corn juice.
Fairfield officials and the Jefferson County Community club plan a new livestock sales pavilion this year. The public buildings committee has started cost investigations and seeks data on modern construction. Due to frequent stock sales, the pavilion would see heavy use, with Neosha and other Missouri and Iowa towns cited as benchmarks.
Ames Iowa January 27 The State Highway commission reports Ilona paved 46.58 miles of the primary road system in 1920 gravelled 102.82 miles and laid 221.3 miles of drains. At season end 96 projects across 56 counties were in progress with 112.9 miles of graveling 423.8 miles of grading and 229.5 miles of tile drains remaining. The total value of county and township road work is estimated between 6 and 7 million dollars.
Sioux City January 27 Judge Charles Lockie ruled that Geo Kahoun and John Kahoun must repay Tom Virlos $130 loaned during a craps game. The court held that money loaned outright during a game of chance is not a gambling debt and is collectible by law.
The YW girls hosted a tea for Frances Perry field secretary, with a short program and social time. The White Way club held a January 21 gathering at the Ralston home with contests, a luncheon, and dress humor from Paris styles. The Methodist schoolhouse hosted Standard Bearers and Ladies League activities with missions talk, music, and a $15 collection. The Fern Tierney and Ralph Stephen wedding at Tierney home featured pink and white decor, a Cedar Rapids guest, and a February return home plan.
A brief note reports that friends intend to accompany a party as they move to a new residence, signaling support and solidarity during the relocation.
In Mt Pleasant on January 27 a shooting incident occurred after a dispute between Claude Neal and the town marshal. Neal pretended to be hit, dropped to the sidewalk, and was carried to a doctor. the marshal allegedly fired, then ceased believing Neal was struck. A preliminary hearing is planned.
A historical observation notes the highest wind velocity recorded from a pilot balloon over Basing, Mie on December 17, 1919. The wind reached near ten kilometers per hour at an altitude around four and a half miles.
Dr. Cumming reports experiments showing throat and lung infections can be transmitted through shared dishwater. Used forks and spoons from the sick may contaminate tableware when washed in the same water as remaining dishes, risking household transmission.
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