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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1925
Page
3
July fourth will be a quiet day in Washington with few firecrackers and a limited defense test. Businesses close for the holiday. public buildings and the Y M C A shut. the Journal omits daily issues. Citizens will travel to nearby areas or attend picnics while Troop D assembles for defense duties.
Rev. C. W. Klein pastor of Washington and Valley Evangelical churches and his family returned home by car after a monthlong eastern tour visiting Cleveland Ohio points and Niagara Falls.
The Journal will not issue a paper tomorrow July 4 as owners and employees observe the holiday. Most Washington businesses follow the same policy and suspend operations for Independence Day.
The note jokes about asking for a blessing that cannot be used for the current purpose. It reflects a playful aside from the Boston Transcript about a resident editor and a ceremonial grace.
Eldon Ayres and Earl Grady of Kalona were sentenced to sixty days in county jail by Judge Charles A. Dewey after pleading guilty to stealing chickens from Oben Niffenegger’s farm home five and a half miles southwest of Kalona. Sheriff Charles Denison reported arrests last week. the poultry was sold in Kalona.
Mrs Francis Keiper aged sixty three of Ainsworth died at her home after a long illness. Born in the community she lived there her whole life. Survived by husband W H Keiper a daughter who died in infancy a son Howard C Keiper killed in France in World War I a sister Mrs Anna Hamill and a brother Rolla Crawford. Funeral at United Presbyterian Church Ainsworth Sunday at 2 30 p m Rev W B McCrory officiant burial in Ainsworth Cemetery.
Cedar Rapids Iowa July 3 The heaviest fines ever assessed here for illegal fishing went to Ernest Wright John Ashlock and Ed Wisehart all of Center Point by Justice George Lightner. Each man received a $1000 fine and costs on ten counts each with ten fish seized. If not paid by night they face thirty days in jail.
A reflection on true happiness as retirement from pomp and noise. It emphasizes enjoyment of self and the value of companionship with a few select friends.
Washington counties require partnerships to file the names and addresses of all interested parties with the county recorder. The law, effective July 4, imposes fines from 25 to 100 dollars or up to 30 days in jail for violations, with each day treated as a separate offense.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe McConnell start a month long vacation with a morning car trip to Manitou Colorado and then plan to visit other points. Ft Madison visitors Mrs E R Rhodes and Mr Frank Chehak host reach. Eastern Star officers hosted by Mrs Beal and Mrs Dea in Dea home honoring Mrs Robertson and Euelah Hogg before their move.
Robert Breen, longtime Ainsworth resident, died at his Ottumwa area home yesterday at 9 15 am. His wife Alice Kazen and two sons survive. The funeral will be at his Ottumwa residence Sunday at 2 PM.
Ora Turner and family arrived in Washington late yesterday from California after an extended visit with relatives. They traveled by automobile and had been away exactly one year.
Clarence Darrow announced the Scopes evolution trial would be taken to federal court with two injunctions planned to restrain Tennessee authorities. Dr. John R. Neal and colleagues aim to obtain constitutional clarity and reduce sensationalism surrounding the case in upcoming hearings in Tennessee and potential Nashville federal action.
Mrs Salmon of Columbus visits the Kenzie family and Mrs Mary Kurtwick of Davenport returns home after a weekend with friends. Willard Thompson and family spent Sunday at Valenp with Merle Thompson’s family. The Mabies, formerly in Ainsworth, moved to Pueblo Colorado. Mrs Lee Norris reports Miss Francis is stable but Mrs Mabie died last September. Prof W G Robertson moves his household to Columbus Junoon.
Frantic report from Puttinvore Sun notes local sentiment that wealthier residents face damnation, reflecting social tensions and religious rhetoric surrounding wealth. The article emphasizes fear and moral judgment among readers.
A fine farm home on the John G. Thomas farm near White Way six miles southeast of Ainsworth burned before noon yesterday. Mrs. Thomas was canning when a fire in an oil stove and range sparked, trapping her from entering. The house and three outbuildings were destroyed, dozens of neighbors could not save it, and most contents were lost. The 70 year old structure, rebuilt as a modern home, was insured partially but the loss is heavy. The family, left with little clothing, found temporary shelter with the Joneses and will move to the Anwyl residence until a new home is built.
Agent H W Russell sent advance circulars for a Rock Island to Kansas City excursion leaving Rock Island July 11 at 8 50 PM and returning July 14 at 9 PM fare from Washington 5 40 and Brighton 5 10 with stops at Columbus Junction and Washington and return limits extending to Monday Two day Fourth of July rates are in effect with tickets at one and a third fare for short one day trips.
A Boston Globe remark argues tipping could end when all are content with equal treatment and no one is treated better than others, reflecting on service norms and fairness.
Des Moines reports outline a wide Iowa Fourth with balloon ascensions boxing shows and family picnics. Adjutant General Lasher orders National Defense Day readiness while cities from Sioux City to Fort Dodge stage parades rodeos and speeches by leaders like Senator Cummins.
Report notes broad appreciation for the quality of Lyon's Bread with frequent endorsement from bakers and customers alike, highlighting consistency, flavor, and texture as standout attributes.
The county recorder’s office sells hunting licenses for the new year starting July 1. About thirty licenses issued so far. larger demand expected in September. Licensing moved from the county auditor to the recorder on October 28 last year with 332 licenses issued since.
A party of Washington men known as the Spuds returned home this week from a fishing trip to Minnesota. They reported unusually good fishing and brought back proof of their catch.
The official thermometer read 96 degrees early this afternoon, tying yesterday and the day before for the day's high. Weather observers note the spell of heat persists with continued high temperatures likely into the week.
Creston will host a Defense Day event with a draft board enrolling volunteers to celebrate July 4th. Two local auto polo teams compete in Keokuk while a novelty race pairs a star high school automobile with a bicycle rider. Clinton police urge safe celebration and congestion guidance. Marshalltown Cedar Rapids and Ames will skip formal festivities.
A fragmented note recalls a pledge to act on July 4 with a vow to eat only Washington butter and to defy the king. The garbled text mentions Spatribe and Bat Reisters butter described as made of pure creahi.
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