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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1938

Page

4

Notice of Quiet Title Proceedings in Iowa District Court

In Washington County Iowa 5S Bram Johnson plaintiff files suit against William Basey Rebecca Basey and others including unknown claimants to described real estate. The petition seeks quiet title in fee simple correcting errors in record title and barring adverse claims with judgment and decree for relief. Court terms set for September 12 1938 with default penalties if defendants fail to appear. S. W. Livingston attorney for plaintiff.

William Basey Rebecca Basey John DD. Campbell Caleb B. Campbell Adeline Campbell B. Campbell Margaret M., Young KE. J. Kilgore Washington Loan & Trust Company Jno D. Campbell Adaline Campbell Washington County Iowa Latitia HH. Young James H. Young Washingson Loan & Trust Company Washington Iown Lexington Road St. P. M Chicago, Tock Island & Pacific Railway Company Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway Company District Court of City of S. W. Livingston District Court Saia Court

Bible Thought and Reflections on Education and Heroism

The piece links Romans 8 26 27 to prayer and the Spirit's intercession. It then notes formal education as a transient stage in a life of study, and claims education ends only when ambition stops. It cites Colonel R J Rees and the idea that overcoming difficulties creates heroes, referencing Kossuth.

Yakutsk Coldest Place On Earth Highlights Global Scale

A quirky look at Yakutsk in eastern Siberia notes winter temps to 94 below, its autonomous republic status, population around 100000, and economy based on furs and gold. The piece contrasts Russia's vast, varying lands with Iowa and comments on climate and geography. It also mentions a five acre Sen ator A Claire Dewey orchard in Iowa and a note on Mussolini and Hitler, plus a crime anecdote from Pittsburgh.

Far Siberia Republic of Yakutsk Russian Soviet Republic Yakutsk Iowa Continental United States

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The passage recalls historical attempts to claim territory, noting that nations like England, Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Sweden would have seized it if valuable. It mentions Napoleon's retreat from Russia due to cold, and cites Yakuts inferior winters reaching 94 below zero as a military barrier.

Jacoleon Russia Yakutsk

Jester’s Prank Visions Of Royal Bathhouse

A medieval joke recalls a jester who kicked the king as he washed his face. The king pardons only if the jester makes a bolder apology, and the jester asks forgiveness by claiming he mistook the queen for the king. A closing quip notes changing times and humor.

Starting the Season Barefoot Journey

A schoolboy notified reporters that he had begun the bare footed season, claiming it as the surest way to save shoes as he travels. The remark reflects a lighthearted, local tone about seasonal footwear choices and frugality.

Deodorant Salesman Seeks Town Usage Findings

A door to door survey by a deodorant company met a sharp reply when a housewife, after being asked if she used deodorant, said she had no need for it after twenty years of marriage since her husband never took her anywhere. The anecdote appears in a local store report.

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Bath Time Lesson Turns Back On Teacher

A disruptive pupil named Johnny prompted a stern note to his mother asking for a bath due to a strong odor. The boy returned the note with a retort claiming teachers should not know how men smell, highlighting a harmless but sharp classroom clash.

Johnny Johnnie

Wanted Husband Advertised by Unsigned Local Ad

Local exchange newspaper ad carries a humorous unsigned plea for a spouse. The caller notes the playful line about a husband seeking a wife and hints at a broader satirical tone in the classified section.

Exchange

Reminder to secure home while away and retire habits

The note advises leaving rings in the washroom and drawing shades day and night. It suggests hiding keys, leaving home notices in mailboxes and under doors, and warning milkmen and newsboys when away. It ends with guidance on night routines and a provocative final line about Mrs M D.

Editors Debate Tone Amid Printing Errors

Two Missouri editors discussed tone and graphical errors that slip into print. One paper displayed an advertisement reading Fresh, highlighting publishing challenges and evolving editorial standards.

Missouri

Washington County suit over garden seeds and land lots

District Court of Washington County Iowa hears petition by many named plaintiffs and unknown heirs against various defendants over real estate lots in Ainsworth and claims for strawberries tomatoes and green pants bulk garden seeds. News item notes editor commentary on lettuce misprint in ladies ad and Spain war coverage.

District Court Notices in Washington County Iowa List of Parties

The notice lists multiple individuals and entities including Chas. F. Greiner John Imlay Mary Imlay Andra McCoy Justus McCoy Justice McCoy Mary McCoy Joseph Allen and others with real estate interests in Washington County Iowa and the southeast quarter of the northeast quarter and other parcels in sections 27 and 26 subject to attachment or liens. It names First National Bank of Mt Pleasant Farmers and Merchants Bank of Washington and the county treasurer as involved parties with reference to property located in Washington County Iowa and Rock Island Pacific Railway Company land boundaries.

John Imlay Mary Imlay Andra McCoy Justus B. McCoy Justice McCoy Mary McCoy Joseph Allen A. J. Wheelock Sophina Wheelock Sophronia Wheelock B. M. McCoy S. D McCoy Home Insurance Company of Washington Iowa J RK L. C. Richards First National Bank of Mt. Pleasant A. W. Chilcote J. A Chilcote Benjamin M. McCoy Sue D. McCoy Jacob Kesler Jemima Kester Jacob Kessler Jemima Kessler D. F. Stewart Daniel F. Stewart A. C. Stewart Flora Stewart Linnie M. Stewart Flora E. Stewart Flora Stewart Randall Charles H. Randall Chas. H. Randall Lynn Stewart Agnes C. Stewart S. M. Cox Washington County Chas. Atkinson Charles Atkinson Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railway Company

Mrs Chas Wilson and Son Plan Chicago Visit

Mrs Charles Wilson and her son Donny left for Chicago to stay about three weeks for Donny’s tonsillectomy. The note lists several area visitors and gatherings including Mr. and Mrs. Luther Cram and daughter, and attendance at birthdays and dinners across local households.

Luther Crom Red Brick Charles Wilson Donny Chicago Raymond Zelbysky Rock Island Lloyd Neiswanger Roy Nelson Joe Nelson Darlene Joey Luther Cram Myrtle Elizabeh Howard Darnell Oskaloosa Wer Charles Carriker Ira Haworth Glenn Green Cloyee Snider Washington Alen Morton New London Jobe Soukup Iowa City Cy Birks

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