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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1937
Page
3
The Rocking Chair of Brigade pays tribute to Manty Bailey recalling her steadfast kindness and curls for the portrait. It notes her life of sorrow yet unyielding cheer, her sewing days in Washington, and her funeral plans arranged by herself. The piece also honors other local figures and mentions weddings and graduates from the area.
A listener muses that the greatest bore is the one who fails to know Bible questions. It isn’t the most time consuming person who helps you most, challenging readers to improve understanding.
Mrs Alice Putnam died at her home on Monday June 26 at age 73 after twenty years of poor health. She was listed among deaths of the week for the period June 26 to July 8.
Alvin Hesseltine Jr., three months old, son of Mr and Mrs Alvin DeWolf Hesseltine, died at University hospital Iowa City on June 25 after being frail since birth.
Will Harper a former Crawfordsville and Washington Iowa resident died at his California home on June 26. He served with Company D Fiftieth Iowa Infantry during the Spanish American War and was a member of the old unit.
Samantha Boden Bailey widow of Charles O. Bailey died at 2 30 p m on June 28 at the CC W Hendrickson home near Ainsworth where she received tender care. She was a cousin of Mrs Hendrickson.
G C C McGraw of northwest town died Monday afternoon June 28 at the county hospital after a brief serious illness. He was 69 years old and an auctioneer by trade.
The Wolf Carnival Company performed well last week earning 15 percent of the gross receipts totaling 535 dollars. No thefts or accidents occurred and duties were satisfactorily fulfilled in the New York store. A tour to Chicago Detroit and Buffalo is planned and a new two cent railroad fare takes effect July 4 with no more excursions.
Miss Martha Shalla attended summer school at Iowa City and spent the weekend at her parent John Shalla's home.
The annual Country Club picnic will be held on July 4th with fireworks planned for the night.
Supervisor B N Jessen of Wellman broke his arm yesterday while cranking his Ford car. The incident occurred at his residence and he received medical attention.
The official thermometer shows 96 degrees Fahrenheit at noon on June 29 as heat rises across the area. Weather observers note a sustained heat wave with several stations reporting near record highs.
Washington honors veteran James A. Embree who died after seven weeks illness on June 30. A military funeral was held in Keota. Embree was 89 years old.
Vera Craig of Riverside won the county chairmanship at a rally for the 4-H clubs today. The vote determined leadership to guide local 4-H activities and programs.
Elizabeth Beese Imhoff age 16 of Wayland is reported to have committed suicide by drowning in a creek near her home on June 30. The death is being investigated by local authorities.
Josephine Bailey, a recent Dana Hall School graduate from Dana Hall in Wellesley Massachusetts, has returned home.
Mrs Tra Ballis widow of James B Crayne of West Chester died at the county hospital aged 58 ten years after her marriage to Ira Ballis. Her maiden name was DuBois and she had been widowed for five years.
Miss Morrison travels to Chicago to join Marshall Field's for the summer season. She will work in the store, contributing to sales and customer service.
David Brinning son of Mr and Mrs Will Brinning fell from a fence onto a small wagon yesterday and broke both bones in his arm above the wrist.
At the hospital Mrs. Ira Bullis of Fredonia North Dakota was admitted yesterday for medical care. Charles Kinsey of Riverside was admitted yesterday as a victim of heat prostration. Mrs. Bernard Walker was admitted last night for a major operation.
In Good Scheme Pulaski Iowa a traveling picture showman promoted a men only film event to raise funds for a cemetery fence. After advertising the gimmick, men paid at least 25 cents each to view four reels and fill the hat for the project. Also noted is Avoy selling rare sweet pea seeds.
Monday dismissed yesterday were Mrs. Oscar Gardner Miss Ella Keister Mrs. Vera Boyer Mrs. Dorothy McClurge of Birmingham Mary Jane Gingery was admitted Saturday night for medical treatment of inflammatory rheumatism Doris Jean Robison Brigh ton underwent an appendectomy Saturday afternoon Mrs. Leo Kiefer was admitted for medical care Saturday afternoon Alvin Mast Kaland was admitted for treatment the morning He has a fractured femur.
Tuesday morning three patients, Lawrence DeWitt, Richard Knoupp, and Susan Kay Myers, were discharged following ton sillectomies performed yesterday at Hasking.
A man named Alvin Mast from Kalona was discharged this morning.
Thursday Mr and Mrs Gilbert Mills are parents of a daughter born at 11 35 weighing five pounds seven ounces Arnold Morrison was admitted the morning for treatment Hazel Hotle was dismissed today Doris Robison Brighton was dismissed last evening Mrs Frank Kinney Riverside was dismissed last evening
Miss Bertha Hay is at a Chicago Lake Forest program for musical directors and enjoying her work. Her mother Mrs. C W Hay stayed with her recently. Bertha will direct music in the Wy man and Crawfordsville schools next year.
Barbara Miller, a happy young woman, is visiting for a week at the Harry Campbell home south of Ainsworth. Mrs. Campbell, formerly Miss Helen Dillange, is described as Barbara’s particular friend.
Friday 1 KR Manefee Keota admitted last night for injuries from an automobile accident. Mr and Mrs William Graf welcomed a son yesterday afternoon weighing six pounds eight ounces. Mr and Mrs Clem Adama West Liberty welcomed a son yesterday morning weighing six pounds seven and one half ounces. Dorothy Daniel was dismissed this morning.
Louise Livingston hosted a procircus party for twelve girls on Wednesday night. The group stayed up to see the circus unload, and it is our private guess that nobody slept much.
The Lette mer chants stay on their toes as an enterprising merchant buys several new lady overalls and quickly exhausts his stock.
A fragment discusses how excessive talking signals insecurity, suggests women should serve others, and notes newspapers cannot reveal a person’s character. It compares a man who talks a lot to a coward and jokes about hats and a man with a small grip showing confidence.
The Euxodus-150 members left the Second United Presbyterian church to unite with the First U P. The Second church soon raised 1100 dollars to clear a hanging debt and will continue meetings.
Miss Blanche Shelton daughter of Mr and Mrs Miles Shelton of Chicago and Lewis Spencer Hill were married at the A M RB church yesterday morning after services Rev Morgan pastor officiated Best man Nate Black bridesmaid Luba Gwinn stood with the couple in a small ceremony Sunday morning.
Ralph Thompson received a telegram announcing his appointment as stenographer for the superintendent of the Yellowstone National Park Forest Reserve. He will report soon and remain at St. Anthony Falls Idaho where he has served for the past year.
Spends Fourth Miss Helen Stewart traveled to Valley Junction Iowa to spend July 4 with her friend Hazel Webb.
Mrs J. Elder Jeft departed yesterday for Strasburg Saskatchewan Canada. She will visit her daughter Mrs Albert Peterson during the trip.
Hillgs Store owner Charles D. Gorham buys the north side shoe store from G. C. Roscoe who sold his book store to Nicola and Harmon. Claire Dewey begins work as clerk in the new shoe shop.
Mrs M J Roberts and her daughter Miss Ida plan to depart early next week for the East and then sail to Europe, sailing arrangements announced.
Milwauke Mel Shields arrived in Milwaukee this morning and spent the day with relatives before continuing travel with Milwaukee as his headquarters.
Wayland celebrated Independence Day with a town parade featuring decorated wagons. The event centered in Bosharts Grove near a good area. County Attorney W. F. Kopp, a candidate for the State Senate, delivered the main address and spoke strongly.
Lew begins training in the jewelry business at L. D. Robinson's, learning ropes, tools, and sales. He studies gemstone settings and inventory management under experienced staff as part of a shop apprenticeship.
Type Tripping Joln Bab suffered a spill on Coppock's route Saturday and returned exhausted on the hog train. He is laid up for repairs for several days.
A collection of short maxims and witticisms reflects on manners morals and daily folly. The humorous verse touches on hunger philosophy trains music and family themes, concluding with a quip about honesty and deception.
The German Evangelical church at Valley was dedicated on June 30 with Rev. K. Michels and Rev. L. D. Young preaching.
Prenuptial and wedding notices from Wayland Nashua and Ka Eva reflect Miss Marie Moothart wedding to George Boorell in Des Moines. Violet Vodicka weds Glenn Chalupa at Little Brown Church Nashua. Birthday honors for twins Lloyd and Floyd Edwards. Leon Beatty American Legion doubles membership. Safety drive urged. Sands drug store robbed of 197 dollars. Pool closing for cleaning. Burglaries reported at Kalona schoolhouse. Merle Lytle and Edna Orr wed after St Louis ceremony. Mrs. Edward A. Swift and grandchildren return home. Isabelle Minick vacationing in Chicago with father.
Mrs Howard Richardson leaves the county hospital after a three month stay due to a severe burn. Mr Richardson returns from Battle Creek Michigan where he visited his son. Miss Elda White wed Carl Herr at Wellman on Wednesday evening.
A string of aphorisms on ambition speech manners cold weather and church life. Observations range from pride in asking questions to promotion dynamics and dish washing. The tone resembles a column of pithy maxims reflecting social quirks and religious sensibilities.
Vacation notices show Miss Dora Minick leaving duties for a personal break. The item records her absence and expected return date from the office or organization she serves.
A wide wrap of local notes from Washington Iowa includes weather shifts from 100 to 82 degrees, a 15 day jail term for reckless driving, marriages licenses issued for Edwin Layman Verda Shettler Martin Maher and Mary Haney, plus social events such as weddings and anniversaries. Community happenings cover school activities DeMolay events DeVotional society meetings and upcoming concerts in Central Park.
A pithy remark on how minimal talking often consumes more time to convey meaning. The line underscores the paradox that brevity in speech can require longer reflection and delivery.
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