Dr Hanson to Lecture on Bible at Washington Chautauqua
Dr Howland Hanson of Des Moines University will lecture at the Washington chautauqua morning Bible program. He will discuss topics from Genesis to Revelation and portray prophets Amos Hosea Isaiah Job Matthew Galatians Revelation and themes of a Christ empowered church and cross centered religion. The lectures include two Sunday sermons on The Triumphant Christ and The Cross Centered Religion.
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Washington Chautauqua
S. D. Gordon
Charles F. Wishart
Presbyterian General Assembly
Charles R. Brown
Yale Divinity School
J. F. Ball
Garrett Biblical Institute
J. Knox Montgomery
Muskingum College
George L. Robinson
McCormick Theological Seminary
Howland Hanson
Des Moines
First Baptist Church
Des Moines University
Amos
Hosea
Isaiah
Job
Proverb on land and a cautious view of dowry ends
A Japanese proverb warns to buy land that slopes toward the center and to beware of a girl whose mother is virtuous and influential. The saying expresses shrewd social judgment in a concise rural maxim.
Ebony beaver fur prized along Lake Superior shore
The deepest ebony brown beaver fur from the south shore of Lake Superior commands several times the price of paler varieties from the Western and Southern states.
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Lake Superior
Reverend John D. Kern Delivers Sermons at Baptist Church
Rev. John D. Kern of Palmyra Missouri preached twice at the local Baptist church yesterday after completing seminary study in Rochester New York. He recently led pastorates in Nebraska and Rose New York and is taking a three month vacation before returning to ministry. The young minister is noted for youth and Boy Scout work and may be invited back to Washington this summer.
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John D. Kern
Palmyra
Baptist Church
Washington
Kern
Theological Seminary
Rochester
N. Y
Nebraska
Rose
Thought for the Day on Slightly Timed Remarks
A brief meditation notes that some people speak at length with quantity over timeliness, suggesting measured speech matters more than constant volume. It contrasts loudness with thoughtful timing in daily discourse.
Thirst Themselves Upon Us
Quote attributed to Leigh Hunt notes a philosophy of seeking agreeable things while avoiding harsh truths. The fragment reflects a skeptical stance on comfort over reality and the ease of avoiding disagreement.
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Leigh Hunt
When Some Won’t Get It They Make It Uncomfortable
The line notes that when people fail to obtain what they seek they create difficulties for those who do achieve it, illustrating social friction and reactionary hostility toward success. It suggests a pattern of obstruction and pressure aimed at the fortunate.
Ruskin on Cheapness in Art and Value
John Ruskin argues that quality works require prices reflecting time skill expense and risk. He contends that items labeled cheap are often the costly to produce poorly. He frames price as proportional to effort and judgment rather than mere cost.
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Ruskin
Jotn Ruskin
Kamrar Bank Sold. Bruse Purchases Control Interest
Sellown Bank Webster City reports the State Bank of Kamrar with $25,000 capital was sold to George Bruse formerly of Blair Nebraska. Howard Alexander who held the controlling interest will continue with the bank until September 1.
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Webster City
State Bank of
Kamrar
George Bruse
Blair, Nebr
Howard Alexander
Rotary speakers present vocations with humor and science
Fred Moore notes the U.S. owns 65 percent of the world telephones. Leigh Wallace explains lumber manufacturing via a woods and saw mill tour. Claude Lemmon argues watches cost less than a penny daily, defending alarm clocks. Dr. A W Crow compares the body to an automobile, stressing care and brain power.
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Fred Moore
Leigh Wallace
Claude Lemmon
A. W. Crow
Rotary Club
United States
Fred
Amusements How They Did It In The Ninety and Nine
Ramsey Morris presents The Ninety and Nine a Vita graph adaptation of his stage thriller at Fox Theater tonight and Tuesday. The four act production features scenes in Abner Blake s living room a desert trek and a burning forest train chase with stage limits noted as artificial. Mr and Mrs E B Ward from Cedar Rapids visit Mrs Risk.
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Vitagraph
Fox Theater
Ramsay Morris
Abner Blake's
E. B. Ward
Cedar Rapids
J. T. Risk
District Census and School Figures for Washington Independent School District
The district lists 1415 children aged five to twenty-one, 710 boys and 705 girls, a slight decline from last year. Seven to sixteen yield 857 pupils, with 1428 enrolled citywide and 1203 average daily attendance. There are 55 teachers, 11 men and 44 women, with average salaries of 193 and 150 dollars respectively. The district operates six school buildings valued at 497,500 dollars, plus 43,500 in apparatus and 2,717 library volumes. Trees on school grounds number 95 in thrifty condition.
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Washington Independent School District
Bluebirds Bring Good Omen For Married Life
An old English saying holds that bluebirds near a home signal peace and prosperity. a young married couple can expect happiness if a pair of bluebirds establishes housekeeping with them.
Presbyterian Church Extends Call to Rev Frederick W Eastwood
At a called congregational meeting the Presbyterian church voted to extend a formal call to Rev Frederick W Eastwood of Wausau Wisconsin to become pastor. Eastwood would begin after arrangements by late September or early October and telegram confirmation was awaited.
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Presbyterian Church
Frederick W. Eastwood
Wausau
Wis
Eastwood
Ira G. Hawk
Koeta
Wisconsin
D. J. Williams
Westminster
Cedar Rapids
Dr. Williams
Washington
England
Pulpit Committee
Discussion Conquers Error in Search for Truth
A reflective note emphasizes discussion as the path to knowledge while warning that errors clash and must be resolved. The quote attributes intellectual progress to ongoing debate and critique, suggesting perseverance in examining ideas despite mistakes.
Tourist Camp Complaints Prompt City Aid for Grounds
Tourists at Union Park camp lodging complain about conditions and crowded grounds. City allocates 4000 dollars for improvements to the grounds to better accommodate daily visitors.
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Des Moines
Union Park
University of Iowa to grant degrees on July 20
About 100 degrees are to be conferred at the University of Iowa commencement on July 20. The graduation ceremonies will feature a philosophy focus with degrees of philosophy to be awarded. Edwin D. Starbuck, professor of philosophy, will deliver the convocation address. The program includes campus events, a summer session chorus and orchestra music.
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Iowa City
University of Iowa School
Edwin D. Starbuck
Missing Him Spurs Call for Advice and Help
The message asks for guidance and ideas in a respectful tone. It notes that his advice was valued and suggests using the moment to improve the business while he is away. The speaker pledges to do their best to please and asks for others to contribute.
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