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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1926

Page

3

Kiel’s stark contrast of Kaiser era and today at Kiel Naval Base

Kiel Germany June 9 The article contrasts the Kaiser era with present Kiel showing naval base docks fortifications and academy now diminished. It recalls William II’s regatta, Prince Henry’s exile, and changes since 1918 with the prince pursuing farming, war’s impact on American ties, and lingering debates among locals.

Kiel Germany William II Naval Academy Prince Henry Kaiser Krupp Franz Ferdinand Sarajevo Winston Churchill Prince of Monaco Franz Joseph Berlin Hemmelsmark Eeekenfoerde United States Hamburg Hansa Yacht Club America

Large wheat crop forecast today

Washington June 9 The Agriculture Department announced a winter wheat crop of 543 300 000 bushels based on June 1 conditions at 76.5 percent of normal. Spring wheat on June 1 stood at 78.5 percent of normal with 10 year June 1 average at 89.9 percent and last year 87.1 percent. No forecast for spring wheat production or acreage estimate was given.

Washington, D. C Department of Agriculture

Pigeon and Dove Taxonomy Distinguishes Group Members

The article explains a scientific distinction between pigeons and doves, noting that doves typically refer to smaller forms in the same family such as the turtle dove ring dove ground dove and scaled dove.

Just His Beast Professor Brings Equality Claim

A Georgia Cracker quip lampoons a professor who asserts gender equality while a co ed replies with humor about bragging. The exchange reflects campus era wit and social norms.

Georgia

Fragmentary Question on It Future

A cryptic remark muses on the uncertain future of an unspecified item. The speaker wonders if a piece of felt will become a weapon or a feminine hat, reflecting ambiguity and playful wordplay.

Detroit Woman Bets On Marriage Ends With Loss

A Detroit woman married a man on a bet and now he is willing to admit she lost. The Indianapolis Star reports a impulsive wager led to an unexpected marriage outcome with the husband ready to concede the bet’s defeat.

Detroit Indianapolis Star

Darbyshire Wins Ames Judging Prize

Wm M Darbyshire an animal husbandry student from Worthington Iowa won first place in the fifteenth annual sophomore draft horse judging contest at Iowa State College. He posted an average of 89 83, over four points ahead of second place Rob ert Dougherty of Newcomerstown Ohio. Kilmer Fabricius Audubon placed third with Earl R Chambers Corwith and Wm Kohlmeyer Bite Earth Minn tied for fourth. Raymond Monahan Hampton ranked sixth as a member of the famoustla Jr dairy cattle judging team that beat the English team last year. The Wayne Dinsmore medal will be presented to Darbyshire. Forty five students entered the contest and top ten received oral reasons on three classes. Official judges were J G Hamner C C Culbertson and M D Helsar.

Ames Iowa Iowa State College Wm. M. Darbyshire Worthington Darbyshire Robert Dougherty Newcomerstown Ohio Kilmer Fabricius Audubon Earl R. Chambers Corwith Wm. Kohlmeyer Bite Earth Minn Raymond Monahan Hampton Famoustla., Jr Wayne Dinsmore Chicago Horse Association of America Iowa State J. G. Hamner C. ¢. Culbertson M.D. Helser College

Good Breeding Defines True Courtesy and Selfless Respect

A concise quotation notes that genuine breeding lies in recognizing others and expecting no self praise, while demanding others show deference in return. The remark, attributed to Mazlitt, emphasizes balanced respect and modest self-regard as marks of a gentleman.

Mazlitt

Not Jud Tunkins quips on bragging about arrests

A Washington Star item cites Not Jud Tunkins noting a man who boasts of never being arrested likely has not owned a car for long, implying a link between mobility and restraint.

Jud Tunkins Washington Star

Difference Between Character and Reputation Discussed

A columnist contrasts character and reputation, noting you can build another character while reputation remains shaped by actions and perceptions over time. The piece emphasizes personal growth and public image as distinct but related concepts.

Nelle Ryan Receives College Scholarships at Penn

An annual Bryn Mawr and Haverford scholarship competition announced at Penn college chapel awards Miss Nelle Ryan Washington Iowa first Bryn Mawr honor Mira McAfee Chariton second. John McQuiston and Chester Emmons share Haverford honors. The report notes focus on scholastic standings amid sparse activity records and mentions a distant government gardening claim and a British strike cost figure.

Oskaloosa Iowa Jane Bryn Mawr Haverford H. B. McGrew Penn College Nelle Ryan Washington Amon Mira Georgia McAfee Chariton Russell C. Hartman

Washipeton the Native-Born Name Among States

Among the states only Washipeton bears the name of a native born American. The remark sets a regional curiosity about state naming origins.

States Washipeton

Families Hold 300 Year Farm Lineage in France

About 750 families continue farming the same plot in France, a lineage spanning over three centuries. The longstanding plots bind generations to a shared agricultural heritage and local community.

France

Leonardo da Vinci Sketched Double-Deck Streets in Milan

The article notes that over 400 years ago Leonardo da Vinci drew plans for multi level streets in Milan. It highlights his engineering ingenuity and the historical context of Renaissance city design.

Leonard da Vinci Milani

Got All Wet What did the weather do to get her self talked about

The item notes weather features in Lafayette and discusses public interest in an unusual atmospheric event. It mentions local observers and a curious reaction to rain conditions.

Lafayette Lyre

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Hamburg Automobile Club Prince His Ames Judging Prize Penn National Capitol Sted Rayon H.j.ward & CO Frank L. Wilson OUR Crail J. H. Proctor Sales Mer A. E. Atchison North Side
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