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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1930
Page
8
A local seller touts Spray Fly as the best fly repellent for cattle, claiming it lasts longer and boosts milk production. The ad notes availability in quarts, 12 gallons, and gallons with testimonials from users.
The scrubbed text notes plans for a two week trip to Minnesota and Canada. Mrs. Dun is driving with Dr. A B Ward Garwin Iowa and Atlee Ruth Allne Duncan of Pleasant, spending this week at the Danan home in Wayland with Henry Gollamith and family. Mrs Th D Sleichter and Mrs B K Miller of Kalona shopped in Washington today. Mrs Jas F Burnham and her mother Mrs A J Knotes left yesterday for home after visiting.
Miss Myrtle Shields and Miss Bernice Shields depart for a sightseeing journey through Yellowstone Park by horse. Travel cost listed as $9.70. Weather noted as fair with possible unsettled conditions tonight and Friday.
A note announces a new prick and a chocolate shop offering a fresh ice cream tomorrow. An auto accident advisory suggests carrying a Motorist First Aid Kit priced at $1.00. Joan Smields of New York visits relatives here before heading to Chicago.
A promotional piece touts Homestyle Tiny Tim pickles olives and Richelieu canned fruits and teas as quality items for hot weather meals. It highlights olives, grape fruit, cherries, and tea with delivery in town, urging housewives to plan meals using these products.
The article lists multiple short items about visits by Rex Beng and family Betty Jane, Mrs. Charles, Mrs. Marjorie of Wayland Washington, Rev. Prichard and family, Mrs. Grove Sebie, Mrs. LF Grady, and other locals. It notes additions to ARN OLD'S BARBER SHOP staff and announces seed store offerings and shop activities.
A Davenport Tuesday excursion party stops at the Chocolate Shop. Helen and Dorothy Ramos and other Delco-Light company travelers seek homemade ice cream kept in a special below zero compartment.
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