Washington county leads in European Relief drive success
The European Relief Commission has been fully funded by U S popular subscription. In Washington county the campaign chaired by Frank R Sage raised 1801 25 with gifts from groups and individuals including the Fortnightly Club and R G Romoser. The drive surpasses the 23000000 goal and adds 10000000 more, aiding child feeding and clothing for millions.
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European Relief Commission
United States
Commission
Washington County
Frank R. Sage
Bleedman
United States of America
Child Dept
R. G. Romoser
Fictioned Congress and Wedded Hope Stain the Times
A pithy regional remark questions lawmakers and marital bliss, suggesting officials would be fired for neglecting rebuilding work and noting lasting happiness after marriage as a rare notion.
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason
A humorous poem laments government waste and taxpayer burden. The speaker declares that Jones pays the freight for costly public operations, from red tape to bloated staff, highlighting universal tax strain and calls for retrenchment.
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Walt Mason
Jones
Sam
Campaign contributions tallied as donor list awaits corrections
The notice reports total contributions reaching 1 801 25 with funds sent to headquarters and lists donors like Mrs Leigh H Wallace and Mrs M R Klugh. It quotes a journal notice praising Americans for aiding three and a half million children abroad and renewing faith in the American Flag and peace.
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Manila
Voce Cep Sre
Leigh H. Wallace
M. R. Klugh
Sare
Sage
Pepeer
Why Woman on School Board In Local Election
A local paper argues for electing Mrs Brookhart to the school board citing electorate now includes women, the need for a woman’s perspective, and Brookhart’s active school involvement and concern for children. The piece urges voting next Monday afternoon at the old Methodist church from 1 to 6 P.M.
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Washington
Brookhart
Mrrg Brookhart
Old Methodist Church
W. LL
Cigars From Philippine Islands Rise in 1920 Shipments
The 1920 annual report of the bureau of internal revenue shows Philippine cigar shipments to the United States rising by 66 102 616 over 1919. Total cigar shipments reached 21 616 983 dollars, up from 21 514 367 in 1919, while cigarette shipments declined from 3 191 000 to 3 049 250. Partly manufactured tobacco also surged, totaling 2 048 149 pounds versus 417 586 pounds in 1919.
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Manila
Philippine Islands
United States
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Mme Mabelle Wagner Shank to Sing at Fox Theatre
Advance notice reports soprano Mme Mabelle Wagner Shank will perform at the Fox Theatre next Monday through Wednesday. Her mezzo soprano voice is described as clear, true, flexible, and exceedingly beautiful, with fluent technique and expressive delivery. She combines refined vocal art with graceful stage presence and charming manner.
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Mme
Mabelle Wagner Shank
Fox Theatre
Mme. Shank
Tanlac Heralded By Iowa Woman For Health Revival
Mrs Eva Kohl of East Cedar Rapids Iowa reports Tanlac relieved five year indigestion and heart pain boosted energy and appetite She says she has gained ten pounds and sleeps soundly Now sold in Washington Sherman Pros Wellman Mac Guern Drug West Chester The McFarlane Co and by leading druggists Advt
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Tanlac
Eva Kohl
Seventh Avenue
East
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Washington
Sherman Pros
Wellman
MacGuern Drug Co
West Chester
McFarlane Co
Advt
New York Central Plans Wages Cut Starting April 16
The New York Central railroad announced that starting April 16 about 43,000 employees will have their wages reduced as part of a major cost-cutting move. The action targets wage scales across the company in a bid to curb expenses.
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New York Central
New York
New York Central Railroad
Scale Revision Affects Most Departments Across System
A formal order will revise wages for eighty five official classifications, impacting nearly all departments from New York to Chicago. A conference to seal the new pay scale is planned, with location and date not yet decided.
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New York
Chicago
Des Moines Mason Reaches 98 Amid Longevity Claim
Col J M Griffiths is 98 and possibly the oldest Mason in the world. He marked the anniversary quietly at his daughter Mrs Simon Casady’s home with family attending. Last year Harry Melt past master of Capital Lodge presided at a reception for the founder who led the lodge from 1854 and served as its first Master. The veteran’s celebration was restrained due to his advanced age.
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Des Moines
J. M. Griffiths
Simon Casady
Harry M. Melt
Capital Juage
Col. Griffins
The Care of Your Teeth Advertisement
A vintage health ad advises daily lime water in milk to strengthen teeth and freshen breath. It recommends brushing after meals with bicarbonate in warm water and using Castile soap with chalk as a dentifrice. Myrrh tincture in water serves as a mouth wash and cinnamon bark chewing is praised for antiseptic gum care.
Ring Value Boost Sparks Engagement Debate
A London Opinion remark notes the engagement ring’s value has doubled and suggests it could attract a better bride. The quote frames social expectations around marriage and material wealth.
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London
Washington Lodge No 26 Regular Meeting Notice
Washington Lodge No 26 A F and A M holds regular meetings on the first Friday night of each month. J Elliot Grayson is W M and Arthur Goodin is Secretary.
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Washington Lodge
A. F
A. M
J. Elliot Grayson
W. M
Arthur Goodin
Myrtle Speer
Damascus Shrine No
Moose Hall
Louise Harwood
Lena M. Marble
Washington Lodge No
Loyal Order of Moose
D. L. Carbaugh
D. C. Russell
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Laws
Mutual
Ist
the Fox
Eloise
Charles
Nebraska
Mrs. Home
Lookout
Cannel
Johnson
New York Globe
MASON
Washington, Iowa
Physicians and Surgeons
A. John Droz, M. D
T. A. Michels
Mabelle
Wagner-Shank
Morrison & Morrison
Irvin
KK. Walton
Farmers’ Union Store
Brookhart Bros. Law
Opera House
Mutual Phone
Cc. J. Wilson
CO. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Opposite Journal
S. I. Bateman
M. D. Blair
Washington, IA
The
Musical Courier
J.D. Dayton
Westchester, Iowa
Kicher
Livingston & Kicher
LAW
Abstract Department
Chiropractors
M. H. Sartor
W. M. Keeley
B. Watson
Austin Sutherland
R. R
C. A. Brook Auctioneer
Ainsworth
Zelle
CRD & P
Deavnestove
Casccises Asenetia
Cnunemae
Te. Pri Snescesa
H. W. Russel
Lo West Lim
W. Calvert
C. O. F.—Covenant Lodge No. 101
North
Iowa Ave
H. FE. Peck
Noble Grand
Roy Maple
Brighton
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