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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1922
Page
3
A Washington county man was fined for hunting without a license by Game Warden Eugene Breitenbach and Justice D C Kyle. The report notes only 151 hunting licenses issued since July first and warns others to obtain licenses. The same morning an automobile speeder was fined under local speed laws.
A consumer seeks a tire with quality, fair price, and reliable service. The ad stresses a reputable dealer who treats customers well, offers quick installation, free inflation checks, and expert care advice. It promotes fresh stock, latest improvements, and low prices for quality tires.
A. Caldwell calls a Sunday rally at Coppock Church, led by Rev. L. H. Johnson. Services at 11 a.m. and 2 30 p.m. include baptisms, with a basket dinner at noon. Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. in charge of Caldwell, inviting Walnut, Oakland and Eureka areas. Rev. Mr. Reeser of Brighton assists.
L A Caldwell reports farmers in Keokuk county travel to Mahaska county coal banks to load fuel for threshing engines. He observed as many as twenty farmers’ wagons lined up awaiting loading amid the coal strike. Washington county residents may face similar shortages.
The grounds committee chaired by Frank Stewart will place a tent contract with the tent company on Tuesday August 1 for the number spoken. The Board of Supervisors also meets Tuesday August 1. Claims must be filed by Monday July 31.
Mrs. Marie Prietz of Chicago aged 62 visiting her daughter Mrs. Kessel in Eureka neighborhood south of town broke both bones in her right leg below the knee this morning at the Kessel home while chasing geese. She will extend her visit beyond next Monday due to the injury.
Announcements list social gatherings and meetings from July 28 events. Mr and Mrs J B Mckthinney host Afternoon Bridge. Bethel M E Sunday school picnic at Moore's Grove Wellston. Senior Philathea class meets Miss Hazel Siberts. American Legion holds Friday meeting July 28. Rebekah Lodge bake sale for Odd Fellow's Home Mason City. Pleasant Plain Missionary Society meets Mrs Sam McCleery for an all day event.
New York reports the Charms Company of Newark faced receivership on July 7 1921 due to high sugar costs. A novel turn by receivers turned sugar into tissue wrapped lolly pops igniting a national fad and steady profits. Federal Judge Bodine ordered creditors to show cause on a settlement offer of ten year bonds at per cent.
Store advertises extensive savings on electric appliances with 85.00 specials on irons toasters curling irons grills lamps vibrators heating pads and more. Three electric washers offered at bargain prices to help homemakers next Monday with frame builders urged to inspect home lighting fixtures and gas ranges bargains.
Laboring Men defeated the Bankers 11 to 5 in the last inning at the ball park after Holland held them to one hit through four frames. Jack Reid hit two three baggers and R Kisey drove in runs as Laboring Men surged late, while the Bankers led early with four runs in the first inning.
Randolph July 28 C M Spencer Adelemanonchard BR expects 10000 bushels of apples this year with 6000 from Ben Davis and 3500 from Grimes Golden. Spraying promises good quality and easy sale. Oldboy hires new office boy. money goes missing from cash box.
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