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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1921

Page

3

Washington Lodge Hosts Visitors At Masonic Temple

Washington lodge No 26 A F and A M held one of its best meetings in months at the Masonic temple with master’s degree work and strong attendance. Delegations came from Brighton Keota and other parts of the state. After adjournment a substantial supper was served by Wilbur Wolary O M Cuddy Oscar Davis and James Cherwinker.

Washington Lodge No. 26 A. F A. M Masonic Temple Brighton Keota Wilbur Wolary 0. M. Cuddy Oscar Davis James Cherwinker

Court Adjourned to Friday for Drainage District Inspection

Judge Wagner adjourned court until Friday morning. Ite plans a personal inspection of the Kalona drainage district whose oral claims have been pending. Miller cases were settled. Riverside Savings Bank and John W Miller relations dismissed with costs shared. Lincoln v Miller dismissed by plaintiff. Foreclosure actions conclude.

Wagner Ite Kalona Miller John W. Miller Ida Miller Riverside Savings Bank Martin L. Lincoln

Spring Opening Night Proceeds With Parade and Execution Mock

Tonight’s city square events begin with a 7:30 parade of Washington Band and cavalry, followed by mock execution at 7:46 in the park and removal of remains at 8:00. An 8:15 auto parade and 8:30 Easter window displays cap the three day spring opening amid roped traffic and festive entertainment.

County Jail Washington Band Old Man Gloom Washington Street Washington Opportunity

Mrs Helen Wilson Attends Davenport Teachers Meeting

Miss Helen Wilson traveled to Davenport this morning to rejoin a former college classmate and to take part in a teachers meeting.

Helen Wilson Davenport

County Banks to Pay Increased Tax in Washington County

Washington county banks will pay an extra $16,888.16 in taxes after the Iowa Supreme Court nullified a 1920 law allowing deduction for Liberty bonds. County auditors will adjust 1920 lists to include bond values, with four local banks bearing about $38,186.43 of the increase, the funds to be distributed among county accounts.

Washington County Supreme Court Iowa Assembly State Supreme Court A. L. Griffith Glenn C. Haynes Attorney General

Chicago Orchestra Promises Grand Entertainment Tonight

A Lima Ohio telegram praises the Pullers Syncopating Serenaders of Chicago as the most wonderful orchestra in the city. They performed here last night with Bruce Goode featured and boast a complete wardrobe for their Marde Gras Revue. They head to Washington on Easter Monday to perform for music lovers.

Chicago Lima Ohio Pullers City M. P. Donahue Washington Eaeter Bruce Goode Colume

Registered Mail Pouch Steals Shock Centerville

A registered mail pouch was stolen from the Centerville post office at 9 15. Taxi driver George Richmond allegedly took the pouch and handed it to the night watchman who stored it near the ticket office until a Chicago bound train. The pouch reportedly contained 45000 in bonds cash and jewelry though officials have not confirmed the amount.

Centerville George Richmond Chicago Dan O'Hare

First Woman Becomes Editor of North Carolina Daily

Daisy Hendley becomes the first woman aging editor to assume editorial charge of a Wilson daily newspaper in North Carolina. The Chicago Woman's Club, a pioneer group, marks its forty sixth birthday in this period.

North Carolina Daisy Hendley Wilson Chicago Woman's Club United States

Daying on the Golden State Limited to California

J D Dayton reports from Los Angeles in March 1921 describing travel from Washington to New Mexico and California. He notes vistas of mountains and deserts, visits to the L A high school, a plan to visit Mt Lowe, meetings with celebrit ies, and observations on local prices and banking.

Los Angeles Cal Medh Evening Journal Washington Golden State Limited Kansas New Mexico Old Town Iowa Austria Douglas Arizona Columbus Villa Saltan Mt. Lowe L. A. City High School Pasadena Hollywood Los Angles Dinty Moore Douglas Fairbanks Nee Fremont Mexico Longe Beach St. Patrick's California J. D. Dayton

Find No Trace of Bandits at Wilton Muscatine

Four armed bandits fled after a bold burglary in Wilton at 1:20 AM. George Kelly was shot in the leg during an encounter with local citizens. A stolen motor car was left behind as the bandits escaped.

Muscatine Wilton Sheriff's Office George Kelly

Spring opening and parade planned by merchants and auto dealers

Merchants and auto dealers announce a spring opening tonight with a big parade. Residents plan to bring out their carts and join in while hoping to dispel gloom and do the event well.

Fire Hits Commercial Club. Roof Destroyed In Blaze

A major blaze damaged the Commercial club gymnasium roof and attic with water and smoke damage throughout the building. Officials say rebuilding may start soon. insurance coverage is uncertain and total damage estimates were not yet set.

Commercial Club Jerry Curran Curran Club House

Legion Auxiliary Bake Sale Postponed to April Second

The American Legion Auxiliary announces a postponed bake sale now set for Saturday April 2. Proceeds support veterans activities and local community programs.

American Legion Auxiliary

Damascus Shrine Anniversary Party and Related Meetings

Damascus Shrine No 10 White Shrine of Jerusalem plans an anniversary party Friday March 25 with a program amusements and refreshments tickets 50 cents from Mrs Harvey Young or Mrs Harwood limited sale to March 24 The Rebekah club meets Thursday for an all day session Mrs F B Appleby hosts Afternoon Bridge Thursday at 2 30 at West Washington Street Bethlehem Commandery K T calls a conclave Friday March 25 Red Cross class seven candidates Aurangan Legion holds a called meeting tomorrow night March 24

Damascus Shrine Jerusalem Harvey Young Harwood Rebekah Club F. B. Appleby West Washington Street Bethlehem Commandery No K. T Red Cross

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