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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1933
Page
3
Genealogical Department notes request precise dates and full names for marriage bonds on file with the Washington County Clerk through 1865. The listing includes contracting parties ages and places of marriage with officiants, from 1853 to 1854, and signals continuation.
Washington Iowa reports on local wartime aid with Hattie Mayhew knitting five pairs of mittens and the Methodist church or Ladies Aid distributing clothing and canned goods. Milk deliveries and soup kitchen support aid families, while Red Cross garments and new shoes raise morale. Duke Olaf the St Bernard features in a village anecdote as residents comment on public opinion and garden projects run by YWCA.
Three alarms sounded in East Washington when an electric motor caught fire at Miss Ida Harmons and a blaze occurred at the Jim Reed home. No injuries reported. The Washington Improvement League neared quitting as other groups assumed duties, while 1923 saw Central Park's fountain completed.
Goes Ahead George Buckley son of Mr and Mrs J D Buckley plans a four month vacation trip to Germany France and Austria. He will return to Chicago to make his home after resigning as president of Crowell Publishing Company.
Simpson Burned Word reports that the Rev. John Simpson was badly burned in an accident with both hands and feet severely scorched. Details of the incident have not yet been received.
Washington merchants move to stage a big spring opening tied to an automobile show set for March 15 16 and 17 with plans for display and sales action.
A light column mixes daily quirks and a dental dilemma as a flapper scores a win by avoiding candy. A tale recalls an English aviatrix and lipstick message that saved lives in Africa. Also notes Mrs Alex Miller’s resignation rumor and recollections of Mrs Ressa Young Breece and Bruce Young connection in California.
In Country Gentleman 1923 the writer recalls Washington County Hospital’s impact. A farmer’s thigh recovery, a motherless incubator baby, and the hospital’s maternity rate of fifty five dollars for two weeks illustrate public value. The piece extols county hospitals, recalls the founding figures, tax support, and hospital costs, urging continued support.
A busy week in Washington Iowa with local events and updates. Reports include Mrs. Cubbins named treasurer of the National Republican Women's Club, postmaster appointment for Des Moines, and pancake day plans for January 31. Community activities cover club meetings, school enrollments, charity drives, anniversaries, and local business notes.
Allen A S Allen father of Mrs Carl Helges died at his Wayland home on Sunday January 22 1933 aged 83 with eight children living. Maxwell John Maxwell of Crawfordsville an old time resident born near Crawfordsville in 1860 died Saturday January 21 1933. In 1931 he and his wife celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. the wife and three children survive.
Former resident West Mrs W Ho West died at her son’s home in Pleasant Plain on Sunday morning January 22, 1953. She was 82. Her maid’s name was Workman.
Mrs James Palmer aged eighty died at her home east of town on Saturday January 21 after three weeks illness. Her maiden name was Easton. She is survived by three daughters and two sons.
Schilling-Stephen Schilling five year old son of Mr and Mrs Albert Schilling died Monday at Iowa City. He was a nephew of Mrs Joe Welt.
Miss Margaret Owens wed in Cotter joining Mr. and Mrs. Owen family. Luther Davis of Wyman also connected to the week’s nuptials. S A Dickerson, ex J C Penney manager, wed Minnie Helen Lauritsen of Kansas City January 21 1933 and will reside in Marshalltown where he manages the Penney store. Aledo saw the marriage of Miss Mabel Blick of Washington to Edgar Bandy of Keota.
The county hospital welcomed Nancy Lee, a daughter of Mr and Mrs L K Blick. Coach and Mrs George Freshwaters report a newborn daughter Nancy Lee. Mr and Mrs Victor Plattner introduce Shirley June, born Sunday evening at eight.
The New York Times reports a pet shop eviction for nonpayment of rent leaving fifty canaries turtles and goldfish behind. The owner could not be located and the pets were boarded and cared for at the shop. Actress Eva L Galliene reportedly offered her costume room for the animals.
A witty quip notes that barbering a bald man offers no real advantage and requires more tricks than work on a full head, highlighting humor about hair and skill.
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