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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1936
Page
8
A fragment notes coinage features from the Edward VI era with scalloped edges, showing a link between British and colonial economies. It mentions Belgium and Congo era metaphors in the context of historic currency transitions.
A historical note reports a belief among Niagara peoples that the faita require two human sacrifices annually. The fragment mentions ritual demands and indigenous practices without broader context.
A compact list of railroad schedules and station notes for Washington, Oskaloosa and surrounding routes. It records daily freight and passenger train times, special Limited services, and which trains stop for California passengers, with agents L Goodlander and J C McKay noted.
Frank Priebe urges poultry growers to rotate ground every three years to prevent disease and losses. He cites a farmer group achieving healthy chicks on clean range with no disease, urging action this year to avoid costly remedies and losses.
Harry Richman and Rochelle Hudson headline a program at the State Theatre titled Mesis Koes Round. The act features the entertainers in a billed presentation expected to draw local patrons.
Richard A. Stewart announces as a Republican candidate for county attorney at the June primary seeking party support. He asks Republican voters for their backing and notes the nomination is subject to the will of the party.
Laurel and Hardy deliver a lavish screen musical at the Fox theater last evening. The Bohemian Girl blends opera romance and comedy with colorful costumes and Balfe ballads. The film stays at the Fox through Thursday and delighted a large happy audience.
Washington R 2 reports a calf butchering by Nate Benson last Friday. Mr and Mrs Orval Meyer hosted Sunday dinner at their parental home. Albert Maas and several Maas families visited Omer Green in Wellman for a birthday and anniversary dinner.
The year 1935 was notable for International Harvester trucks with a 69.5 percent gain in registrations against a 26.4 percent industry rise. International registrations rose from 81 555 in 1934 to 53 471 in 1935, and in heavy duty trucks the company led with about one in three registrations. Twelve new models across wheelbases were added, including six six wheel units and two speed rear axle models, plus the Model C-5 half ton designed for multi stop service.
Albert Maas and Allison Maas with helpers including B D Dann and the Koening, Benson, Swift families powered a busy week of butchering, with as many as 111 head in a day. Snow delayed travel, a bridge blocked access, and a roof fire near Allison Maas’ home was prevented by Mrs. Maas sensing smoke.
An Old Ranger in Yellowstone narrates a Friday the 18th curse filled with misfortune. He recounts starving, a failed quail hunt yielding extra birds, a trapped deer drowning, trout spurting from boots, a shot crashing a suspender, and a rabbit killed by a flying quail, summing up a day of bad luck.
The term means a court entry for the plaintiff when the defendant fails to deny the plaintiff's facts and charges, effectively a default judgment due to lack of a defense affidavit.
Notice states an instrument purporting to be the will of Rebecca Fitzgerald deceased dated May 25 1934 has been filed. Hearing on proof is set for 9 00 AM on March 9 1936 at the Washington Court House before the District Court or Clerk. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the will should not be probated. By order of Clerk R R Noonan dated March 2 1936. Seal.
Ethnographic note describes Ethiopian natives using flexible saplings tied with knots to mark trails. The method creates visible guides for travelers and can indicate routes or boundaries across terrain.
Mr and Mrs Rodney Kepha thank neighbors and friends whose quick help and the Washington Fire Department prompt response saved their home during a blaze. Their gratitude highlights community unity and swift emergency aid.
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