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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1936
Page
5
The piece declares that a person who stirs trouble should not be surprised if he creates a problem he cannot dispose of. It notes the German surname Sharding related to carving and a British equivalent Carver, suggesting identity and consequences in a cautionary tone.
Public notice: Washington Iowa City Council sets June 23 1936 at 7 38 PM in City Hall for sale to highest bidder of 11 special assessment sewer bonds totaling 10 433 19. Ten bonds of 1 000 each mature 1987 1946 and one 433 19 bond matures May 1 1946. Bid rate not over 4 1 2 percent, bonds dated June 15 1936, interest semiannual May 1 and Nov 1, payable at City Treasurer. Bonds backed by intercepting sewer project. City may reject bids.
The Lewis Brothers 3 ring circus and wild animal show arrives in Washington for a one day stand with two performances at 2 and 8 pm. A big top seats 4006. 65 trucks carry stars from around the world. The two hour program features lions elephants acrobats aerialists and clowns with no gambling on the grounds.
Rev and Mrs A N Porter of Bristol Colorado drove from Monmouth Illinois for a visit with friends and relatives after attending Monmouth College commencement and a reunion of Porter's graduating class. Harry Wickersham and Mrs Devinney of East Moline also visited the Charlie Martin home. Mrs Howard Kratter and children of Waterloo are visiting Washington Iowa.
In a heartwarming scene, Mag gie the dog cares for three orphaned rabbits. one later perished after wandering out and being preyed upon by a cat. The dog guides the others back to their box as the Journal staff photographer captures the moment.
Kratter's parents Mr and Mrs J Mitchell Miss Mary Edgar and others underwent an operation Friday morning at Washington county hospital. The Methodist Sunday school primary class held a potluck at Tourist Park with twenty two attendees. The Standard Bearers met at Clarence Lowe home with eighteen present followed by a lawn picnic and croquet. At the softball park the Owls defeated Troop F Washington 15 to 5.
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