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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1936

Page

6

Coalition Women Open National Headquarters in New York

Anti New Deal coalition women from across the United States attended the opening ceremonies of the Independent Coalition of American Women's headquarters in New York. National Director Mrs Mabel Jacques Eichel said the 1 000 000 member goal was nearing as she reported on a midwest tour.

New York United States Independent Coalition of American Women Mabel Jacques Eichel Connecticut Coalition Alfred M. Landon Frank Knox Mon Aim Edwin T. Meredith Des Moines Iowa Independent Coalition Middle West James Arneill, Jr Colorado Eva H. Hoyt Theodore Hollinshead Kentucky Helen C. Burnham Massachusetts Dan A. Johnson Nebraska Willis T. Hanson, Jr Robert Smith Cummings Ohio Richard Hanson Pennsylvania Raymond Wolcott Rhode Island Ralph W. Showalter James L. Murray Indiana

Richland Celebrates with Booster Days in Park

Richland plans booster days Friday and Saturday July 31 and August 1 with park entertainments and a large crowd expected. Crushed rock has been laid on the new westbound road from the square. Local residents and visitors join in summer visits and vacations, with several families arriving from Minnesota California and Wisconsin.

Richland Ray Day Harold Rottgers Minnesota Ralph Olive Pasadena Calif D. C. Olive May Lemley Chalmer Chacey Grinnell Roscoe Lemley Chillicothe Herman Heilman Louise Robinson Burlington Keith Harold Pray Frank Jannek Frances Bray Lack Leech Ella White Washington Hospital E. F. Steele Jack Meyers Mildred Henderson Lucille Shirkey Fairfield Warren ©. Morgan al Morgan Clay

Whales Hunted by Moors Natives in Open Boats

In open whale boats the Moors natives pursue large whales. They reportedly catch many that are tall enough for two men to stand upright inside the jaws with space above their heads, illustrating the size and danger of the catches.

Railway schedule fragment lists multiple daily and local trains

A fragmentary railway timetable shows No 82 No 12 No 1 and No 3 services with daily and local runs. It includes Knoxville Branch No 429 and No 430 with daily except Sunday schedules, and notes California passenger connections and Golden State Limited timings. Agent signature L Goodlander appears with remarks on stopovers.

Apache Sunset la Golden Iiss Limited Knoxville Washington Washinton Ee California J. C. McKay

FABLES IN SLANG: A Bus Ride and a Town Scandal

A lone traveler on a noisy bus witnesses a lurid urban high school tale of Edna Claudine and Raymond. Rivalry, flirtation, and gossip ripple through teens as Edna and Claudine vie for Raymond’s affection, culminating in a hinted prom crisis and a moral about silence.

Claudine Bortinsky Staymond Ole Springfield Elmer Raymond Herbert Hoover George Spelvin Academy Kit Lawrence Effie Dusenberry Chaudine Hollywood Nancy Carroll Edna Blanche

Language Most Difficult About Congoland Native Speech

A claim that the language spoken by Congoland natives in Central Africa is the most difficult in the world. The note discusses perceived complexity without providing linguistic details or sources.

Congoland Central Africa

Fragile Nitrogen Rod Explosive Patched by Feather Touch

A historical report notes a sensitive explosive known as nitrogen rodin described as highly touchy, requiring careful handling as slight contact could trigger detonation. The description emphasizes extreme instability and danger in handling.

4-H Girls Plan Camp Rally Day

Louisa county 4-H club girls camp opens at Columbus Chautauqua park with county officers lighting the camp fire. Herman Lord former Muscatine mayor and Ella Loughran extension specialist to assist with demonstrations and judging. State 4-H reports from delegates, rally day Friday, Lydia Poole missionary will speak, recreation led by Clara Lynn, music supervised by Pauline Smith, meals by township women's groups. About 155 club girls in Louisa county expected to enroll.

Martha Butler Columbus Junction Louisa County Columbus Chautauqua Park Herman Lord Muscatine Ella Loughran Iowa State College Ames Lydia Poole India Clara Lynn Pauline Smith Oakville Elup

Gracehill Ladies Aid Honors Mrs Engel at Birthday Party

Gracehill July 31 The Ladies Aid met at the community building for a birthday party honoring Mrs Clara Engel. Mr and Mrs L S Hondes heldt and son Wesley from Keosauqua visited Harley Cherwinker. they left Thursday. Mrs Anna Springer Glenn Robertson and Miss Helen Carson of Washington spent Sunday with A J Robertson. Mr Persons repaired porches at the parsonage. A large crowd enjoyed the event.

A. J. Robertson Gracehill Ladies Aid Clara Engel L.S. Hondesheldt Wesley Keosauqua Harley Cherwinker Anna Springer Glenn Robertson Helen Carson Washington Persons

Local social visit and gathering reported

The text describes a Friday evening event with food and cake where money was taken. It notes visits by Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Strum and daughters Jean and Colleen to the Allen Schaffer home and Skunk River, with a Saturday night camping trip. It mentions Lucille Jackson staying with her parents A J Robertson and a Monday visit by Robertson’s daughter Lucille and granddaughters Eloise Springer and Charlotte Ann Jackson to several local residents.

Alvin Strum Jean Colleen Allen Schaffer Skunk River Lucille Jackson A. J. Robertson Lucille Eloise Springer Charlotte Ann Jackson Tim Hays David Banks

Pigeon Speed Report Notes 6 Miles Per Minute

A racing pigeon is described as able to travel at a speed of six miles per minute, indicating remarkable endurance and rapid flight capability for long distance delivery. The report emphasizes extraordinary speed without additional context or sources.

Lynn Finds New Ground At The Fireside Bank

Lynn leaves the Chariot job and takes a hostess role at the Fireside, then accepts Jed Townsend’s offer to help her advance. He guides her toward bank work while she contemplates dramatic training, finances, and a fresh start, hoping to prove herself and secure lasting independence.

Mr. Bauer Mrs. Kime Jed Lynn Mike Jack Bartel Jed Townsend Susanne Napery Bertha Lone Mr. Townsend Great Bank Townsend Bey Bee Dee Dence Cncome Jackum Thorpe Chicago Bing Features Syndicate

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