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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1935
Page
2
Full page feature news fragment lists names and dates for several deceased individuals with ages. Includes multiple family lineages such as Failey and Smith, with birth and death dates ranging from 1844 to 1903, and notes that the section is continued.
A recap of weekly county happenings includes relocations and weddings, illnesses, club events, and standout notes from Wellman to Washington. The Rainbow Girls travel to Sioux City for the state meeting, 4-H attends Ames convention, and various residents engage in social, religious, and civic activities. Weather rains, gardens bloom, and local businesses expand amid community news.
A Crawfordsville Journal note lists recipes from a Methodist ladies’ booklet: Puff Ball Doughnuts, Never Fail Doughnuts, Doughnuts by Ivor E Davis, Raised Doughnuts, and Ring Doughnuts plus fillings and spreads. It includes ingredients, quantities, and methods for frying and leavening. Also featured are St Paul Sandwiches, Carrot Sandwich Filling, a Sandwich Spread with green tomatoes and peppers, and a peanut banana salad mix.
Miss Dorothy Latchem of Iowa City and Mr Christopher Gronstal of Estherville plan a Presbyterian church wedding in Ashington on Saturday at 2 p.m. The bride, a former organist, will leave for long City after the ceremony. The notice notes family ties and Latchem background, with details on attendants and postnuptial greetings.
Prominent local figures and relatives pass on this week. Hoyse L Ek Hoyle, 68, northwest farmer, died from a stroke. Coffman, Mrs William A Coffman, 78, of Brighton, died June 16. Teeter Will E Teeter, 65, Brighton, June 14. Munson Charles T Munson, 73, Oskaloosa, June 19, father of Mrs Maynard Brown and others. White W Al White, 70, Ringling clown, Davenport hospital, June 20. Clark Mrs O Clark, Iowa City, 37, died from burns June 19. Goltry Rev Charles C Goltry, Brighton M E pastor, Des Moines hospital, June 20. Thompson Miss Helen Thompson, daughter of Rev and Mrs H Thompson, Craw fordsville formerly of Iberia Ohio.
A village births roundup records many newborns with parents names and birth dates. Shirley Anne, Cora Ruth, six others including Shirley Bush and Pat Swift, plus Derby, Augustine and Hopping infants cited with counties and dates in June.
Ten years after a petition over pavement quality near Elm Grove cemetery, a committee investigated and dropped the matter. Now local residents press again for new cement and road repairs citing deteriorating conditions and safety concerns.
A reader recalls contrasting ads for Mexican pineapples claiming tree ripened then vine ripened. A Washington man vouched for the fruit quality while a separate anecdote describes a hurried businessman who, forgetting his wife, sent a helper with his car as she walked to meet him.
Mayor Maxwell appointed W. A. Gibson and J. B. McElhinney to represent the council in improvements for the concrete roadway from South Iowa Ave to Elm Grove Cemetery. A petition from many citizens urged the road’s repair due to its very bad condition.
The new Eureka church was dedicated on June 13 with an all day service. The fine little building is valued at $2500.
Mrs Anne Houdek traveled to Dallas Texas yesterday to cater for a large event. Her trip marks a notable journey as she prepares to serve guests at the regional affair.
More than 125 people registered for the county Normal Institute that opened here this morning, signaling strong local interest in teacher training programs.
Members of the Advertising club enjoyed a picnic at the tourist camp west of town. The women led the event under the direction of Mrs. Carl Hedges Mrs. Glen Barclay and Mrs. George McDaniel.
The U P church adds an individual communion set to its equipment and will use it for the first time on Sabbath day.
Mrs. J. F. Duffy and daughters Carol and Julia depart for Denver to establish residence. Mr. Duffy and the two sons will follow by car later in the week.
The Brinton act invites residents to attend a Southeast Washington performance with sidewalks in good condition, easing concerns about mud on route to the event.
Frank Stewart, prominent Washington citizen active in business and community affairs, died June 16, 1925. He and brother George ran a hardware business, worked with the Illuminating Co., and with brother-in-law Geisler started a local button factory. He was famed for first envisioning Sunset Park.
Miss Edith Corette niece of Chas Corette receives a gold medal from the Chicago School of Music for piano composition. It is the sole medal awarded this year and signifies her notable achievement. She has a fine offer to teach at the school next year and is well known locally.
Rotarians face good natured kidding as seventh and eighth grade pupils fail exam questions set by Miss Helen Wilson. The tests were part of a recent examination for younger students.
Forty years ago Epworth League convention and publican County convention will fill the week with events. The town of Washington set for a busy midweek with meetings on Wednesday drawing attendees and attention.
A room in the Temple Building is being repaired to serve as a temporary high school classroom. This conversion will provide needed space for classes while existing facilities are updated.
Twenty years ago Carrie Hamilton was chosen as the musical director at the First United Presbyterian Church. The community praised her as an excellent musician and noted the compliments on the church music.
The Wellstop bank will begin operations on July 1 marking its entry into the market. The facility is described as fully prepared and ready for customers with complete financial services announced.
Mrs M P Miller hosted a luncheon last Tuesday to announce the engagement of her daughter Dorothy to Ben P Miller. Neighbor Mrs W A Cook assisted in serving.
A husband steals a car and a wife enters the back seat to scold the driver for waiting. After a flurry of insults, she discovers the person in the front seat is not her husband, revealing a mistaken identity in a comic driving mishap.
The Narrow Gauge line from here to Burlington reported a strong year with higher earnings in the treasurer's report. Norman Everson of Washington is among the stockholders.
The Courier described Mrs. Co W Stewart of Chariton as Maude Denny before marriage to a Washington doctor. A 1886 high school graduate, she joined P. E. O. that year and formerly served as local chapter treasurer praised by the grand chapter treasurer for prompt dues turnover. She kept the treasurer’s books for seven years.
Havre beat Washington 11 to 10 in a muddled contest. Washington complained the call was unfair and retired to bed. Havre relaxed with a swollen head from the win.
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