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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1928
Page
5
In 1871 Washington Press prints marriage notices for Thomas Siewan and Ora Holcomb, Samuel Beenblossom and Nervie Pressly, and Geo W Cutter and Helen Rogers, plus business moves by Ditmars and Sitler and railroad plans by Hale brothers. Scattered items mention Rev Bob Moore, train sightings, and travelers near Heart, Texas.
Members of the Second U P church have refitted their edifice with good taste and frescoed its walls with deep purple paper, enhancing the interior in a refined decorative scheme.
Railway timetable lists eastbound and westbound departures with trains such as Golden State Limited Express and Lo Pass services. Knoxville branch schedules include local passes freight and daily trains, with agents H W Russell Kay and WC Sell listed.
Two offenders were placed in the new jail on Saturday marking an initial installment. The sheriff ordered curtain privacy for the three jail windows to shield inmates from curious eyes as they contemplated their fate.
A party led by Supervisor Henderson and Glasgow with Auditor Dewey and Treasurer Glasgow visited McKain and Eastman's mill on the Skunk River between Dutch Creek and Clay townships for a picnic in support of a proposed river bridge. Remarks were delivered by Geo Foreman J Holmes M Meacham, [. Campbell, G L Reed Crickett and others.
James A McNabb and Sarah F Carson wed by Rev E W Twinam on May 2 1871 Sol Rich plans a three month trip to Munich Bavaria departing next Saturday or Monday wishing him a safe journey there and back
The report shows enrollment 504 and average attendance 415 with 96.8 per cent punctuality. Signed D W Lewis superintendent.
Arthur L. Griffith and Miss Freda Warren wed last Thursday evening with Rev T D Wallace officiating. The ceremony drew a large, cheerful crowd and a generous reception organized by Mrs Phelps followed by a hearty, welcoming send off.
Notice on file in Crawfordsville Town Clerk shows proposed paving assessments for Main Street from the south to north corporation lines, including adjacent properties and railway companies. Objections must be written within twenty days after first publication, waived if not filed. First published July 21, 1928. W. E. Anwyl, Clerk. 1342
Eleanor M Rayner and Chris Rayner husband and wife with S B Cline and Verna M Cline sue James E Cline Mima Cline Michael E Cline Elizabeth Cline Olena Ann Slaughter H E Slaughter Amy T Williams Charles A Williams Nancy M Flake Wilber Flake and Charles Strabala defendants. You are notified that there will be on file on or be-
The article discusses car safety and maintenance tips on steep hills and with a variety of common issues. It covers emergency brakes, gear selection on slopes, peroxide fuel treatments, accelerator pedal care, theft locks, leaky inner tubes, valve timing methods, rubber quality, battery charging faults, distributor points, and cautions about using brakes on wet pavement.
In Washington County Iowa plaintiffs sue to partition real estate tied to Nancy C Cline who died in 1922. The property includes multiple tracts totaling about seven and a half acres in Section 3 Township 77 North Range 6 West, with heirs Eleanor M Rayner S B Cline James K Cline Michael E Cline Olena Ann Slaughter Amy T Williams Nancy M Flake. Charles Strabala is in possession as tenant while court orders sale or division, with costs and attorneys fees requested. The case awaits the September 4 1928 term. notice published in Evening Journal.
In Edinburgh the Court of Criminal Appeal unanimously overturns the murder conviction of Oscar Slater after 18 years in prison. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle helped pursue the case. Slater is freed as the government had previously ordered release and the appeal removes the stain on his character.
With more people returning to work in Britain, alarm clock purchases are rising after a period of subdued sales. Retailers report a surge in demand as commuters and office workers adjust routines and wake times.
The article traces Andrew Jackson’s rise and the birth of modern partisan campaigning with parades, steamboat tours, and mass meetings. It notes harsh pamphleteering, caricature, and personal attacks on Jackson and Adams, and the use of hickory poles and mass mobilization to secure victory.
A belated income tax return provoked a heated argument at the federal building. The taxpayer offered excuses while a deputy declared talks are cheap, prompting a sharp exchange. The taxpayer retorts that it is fortunate life’s necessities are within easy reach of the masses.
In Springfield on July 23 A E Loving a farmer killed three wolves on his farm while they chased a rabbit. He brought the bodies to town and received a bounty of 29 dollars though one wolf was his owner s missing dog. Loving will refund the bounty and seek to compensate the dog s owner as wolves prey on cattle and sheep in Lov. area.
Fragmentary report notes a resumed discussion around a hint for a group in the area. The text provides no clear names dates or places. Further context is needed to identify involved persons organizations or stakes.
Jiji Shimpo reports Toichiro Araki won the round the world race in 33 days 16 hours 33 minutes 29 seconds, spending 1981.44 dollars. Ryukichi Matsui finished in 43 days 13 hours 54 minutes 48 seconds with expenses of 1446.45 dollars. The winner set a travel time record using regular transportation, both riders traveling first class.
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