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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1947

Page

12

Quiet Title Suit in Washington Court

Roy W. Ericks sues numerous defendants and unknown claimants in Washington County Iowa to quiet title to a large real estate tract. The petition seeks fee simple ownership and a court decree barring all adverse claims with general relief. Defendants are ordered to appear by May 29 1947 or face default.

Ffugh McCulloch Charles Gilland James Gilland Matilda Gilland George Smith Martha Lewis Matthew W. Lewis Lorena Lewis Thomas J. Lewis Rosa E. Lewis Melvin P. Lewis Florence Lewis Geo. F E. Lewis Hattie Lewis Samuel C. Lewis Mattie E. Lewis James W. Lewis Loie A. Lewis Allie B. Lewis Perry Beenbloson Elizabeth Beenblossom Martha (Lewis) Carter George E. Lewis Anna M. Beenblossom Perry Beenblossom Guardian Frank Jarrard George Carmichael Wm. Carmichael William Carmichael Elmer Carmichael Anna Matilda Gilland Peter Roberts J. Sands Lorenz Roberts, Jr James Gray Cintha Roberts Walter Billingly Anna Magdefran Albert B. Magdefran Frank H. Magdefran Jean Kolos Washington County Iowa District Court of Washington George F. Morrison Washington, Iowa

Roe's Tin Shop Celebrates First Anniversary

Bob Roe and Mrs. Roe mark one year in their tin shop in Washington. The Roe legacy spans 1912 when Al Roe opened the shop, followed by Floyd in the family business. Bob served 30 years in the U S Army before reopening the shop with staff including Warren Allen Rollie Roe and office manager Mrs. Roe.

Bob Roe Roe Washington al Roe Bob Floyd United States Army Ser Roe’s Warren Allen Rollie Roe

Hite's D-X Station Celebrates Second Birthday

May 1 marks the second anniversary for Hite's D-X Station at 220 West Washington. Ed Hite runs a one stop shop offering D-X products, Firestone tires and batteries, ear washing and lubrication, with Homer Cannon as a business associate. Ed previously worked nine years at Willits Motor Company as an auto mechanic before starting this station in 1945.

Ke Hite West Washington Street Homer Cannon Willits Motor Company

Rural areas house most of nation's children and seniors

More than half of all children under 15 live in rural areas, with an even higher share among those aged 65 and older, reflecting rural overrepresentation in young and aging populations.

Ring in Tub No Abrasives Needed for Deposit Removal

Mild coating on tub can be removed by rubbing with vinegar water. Mix about four tablespoons of vinegar per pint of water and wipe until clean.

Automatic Laundry Equipment Promises Easier Washday

An era of home convenience arrives with automatic laundry gear. Washers and optional dryers streamline cycles and self clean, while ironers, activators, and compact designs save space. Ideal layouts favor light, ventilation, and a central, all in one laundry room for efficiency and child safety.

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Eddie Cantor KID Millions Alan Curtis Evelyn Ankers Micheline Cheirel District Court State OF Roy W. Ericks Martha Vickers Greenstreet Thean Craig Stevens Britain SICAL Movietone News Ry A Roe’s Tin Shop Hite D-X Ruth Ge Chair Curtiss Farm Quality Food Michéline Cheirel Jack Hole the Fox Hopalong Cassiday William Boyd Jimmy Ellison W. Wadsworth Wood Our Ed Hite West Washington Cry Dodd Velveeta Sheffor Chevel Rox Prince Albert Ring Bologna Chuck East Side Square
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