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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1934

Page

8

Fox Bargain Night and Globe Trotter postcard from Norways Whale Island

Dr. S P Telford notes a postcard from James T Nichols the Washington county Globe Trotter on a trip to northwestern Europe. He reports Hammerfest as the northern town on Whale Island with continuous sun for two months and wonders about daylight saving time. Nichols will speak on country customs at the Christian church in September. Bio Values at Graham's 25e Sale Thurs Fri Sat. Found articles to the Journal office for free advertisement.

Fox S P. Telford James T. Nichols Washington County Globe Trotter Europe Hammerfest Kvale Whale Island Norway Telford Nichola The Christian Church Graham

Cox Motor Co Batteries and Battery Service Notice

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Conger take a two week vacation with trips from North Side cafe and Nicola and Harmon store. Reminder for the benefit dance at Ainsworth on July 36.

Lloyd Conger Mr. Conger North Side

School buildings in Washington county valued at $1 019 180

Washington county school buildings are estimated to be worth 1 019 180 dollars according to the latest valuation. The figure reflects the combined assessed value of all district facilities within the county.

Washington County

Brighton celebrates 12th birthday party and community notes

Brightons Rhua Helmick reports a 12th birthday party with games, park fun, and refreshments for Margaret Jean Rudolph and guests from Fairfield. Local updates include visits from Chicago and Rock Island relatives, hospital recoveries, moves, and Belle Whitacre’s 94th birthday at home with family.

Brighton Margaret Jean Rudolph Eloise Johnston Charlene Brolliar Betty Jean Hoskins Katheryn Wehr Anna Mae Odrish Jean Eyestone Mildred Helmick Audrey Helmick Mirian Summerville Fairfield Isabel Pacha Dorothy Weiss

Hospital Report Notes Improvement For Allen Augustine

At The Hospital, tonsil patients mentioned last night were discharged this morning. Allen Augustine's condition is gradually improving and he is getting along as well as possible. The family thanks neighbors and friends for kindness during the illness and death of their father, John T. Malin. The Children.

Allen Augustine John T. Malin

Seed shortage on Brighton-Verdi road prompts reward

The note reports lack of clover and timothy seed along Brighton Verdi road and offers a reward. Oectjen Seed Store at 12712 is listed in the fragment.

Timothy Brighton-Verdi Road Reward Oectjen Seed Store

Moon Influence on Weather Declares Coincidental Links

The article notes that weekly moon phase changes often align with weather shifts, but insists many non-coincidences are ignored. It argues weather varies by location and that any perceived lunar effect is likely due to chance, as investigations show no clear predominance one way or the other.

Forms of Canoeing Split into Paddling and Sailing

The article notes two forms of canoeing: paddling and sailing. It states paddling has more devotees as the true cab orlog, while sailing requires keel and is linked to yachting.

Maltin Funeral at Christian Church Sunday

The funeral of John T. Maltin was held at 2 o clock Sunday afternoon at the Christian church conducted by Rev. Vernon Carter. Music was provided by Mr and Mrs Clayton Nicholson. Pallbearers were Frank McKay, Frank Schneider, Dave McGaffey, Andy Blattner, Ed Mathew, and John Godwin. Interment followed at Woodlawn Cemetery.

John T. Maltin Christian Church Vernon Carter Clayton Nicholson Frank McKay Frank Schneider Dave McGaffey Andy Blattner Ed Mayhew John Godwin Woodlawn

Bargain Night Visitors and Family Trip Notes

Local notices recount Mrs. W. J. Adkins of Panhandle Texas planning a visit to Oskaloosa and her husband joining Aug. 1 before returning to Texas. Separate items mention Miss Besse Jones vacationing in Davenport, Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Fields visiting from Hoone, and Paul Shellabarger and family touring Kansas City with relatives, a fall injuring Mrs. Shellabarger, extreme heat, and a Des Moines return trip for Washington residents.

W. J. Adkins Panhandle Texas Loyd Morrison Oskaloosa Graham Besse Jones Davenport P. BE. Hunt Hunt N. A. Fields Robert James Hoone A. J. Fields H. M. Shella Barger Maude McCartney Kansas City Paul Shellabarger Washington Paul H. M. Shellabarger Paul Shellabareers Here Pauline Raymond Lester Ruth Richard Klein's Department Store McCartney Silas Ross Cora Efiot Des Moines

Local resident enjoys heat and fruit gift under care

Miss Cora Effort, living near the library and cared for by Mrs. Maude Shellabarger McCartney, felt better in today's warmth. Her niece Mrs. L. M. Jones of La Verne Cairo sent a box of fresh fruit and nuts, with a note about 2nd sheets offered at 1000 for $1.00 and few packages left at the Journal office.

Cora Effort Miss Eiffort Maude Shellabarger McCartney Journal

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