Coal shortages loom for next winter amid strikes and rail disruption
A local coal dealer warns that prospects for anthracite next winter are as poor as during the recent coal famine. Outlaw strikes, rail tie ups, and idle mines across Kentucky and the eastern coal belt threaten supplies and push up prices. The editor notes rail congestion and delays but cites prompt internal handling of a linotype part as contrast.
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Kentucky
St. Louis
The
Journal
Chicago
Old storekeeper and saxophone in popular impression
An archaic voice notes that the saxophone once appeared only as a dance instrument after years, contrasting it with the older view of the instrument. The piece reflects on a storekeeper who once played the instrument in a sack, suggesting a change in its role and popularity.
Balmy May Delights Brighten Winter's End
A verse celebrates May arriving with milder weather and budding life. The speaker contrasts cold winters and hopeful springs, noting calmer mornings, sprouting corn, and cheerful scenes as May’s warmth conquers the chill. The poem praises May as the perfect month after harsh weather.
Chicago Mail Delays Reflect H. C. of L. Debates
In Chicago the city faces congestion of mail across classes as discussions of the H. C. of L. unfold. Officials note reductions will start only when processes loosen and movement becomes freer, not before.
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Chicago
H. C. of L
Molsbery Notes District Campaign Outlook
FF M Molsbery of Columbus Junction visited the Journal office after a scouting trip through the district for his congressional campaign. He says he has strong encouragement from many quarters and will not spend lavishly, pledging to abide by the Republican will despite four candidates in the field.
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FF. M. Molsbery
Columbus Junction
Journal
Burlington Post Bulletin Endorses Holstein for Congress
The Burlington Post No. 52 American Legion issues resolutions endorsing Mr. Holstein for the Republican nomination for Congress. It commends his record as a man and soldier and notes he is the only ex service member in the race with special fitness for the position.
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Burlington
American Legion
Holstein
Congress
Legion bulletin distributed to posts and district press
The bulletin notes the recipient is chosen for both civil and military experience and is sent to all other Legion posts in the district and to the district press.
Senator Frank Thompson Seeks Republican Nomination for Congress
Senator Frank Thompson of Burlington visits the city to canvass support for his candidacy. The experienced legislator promotes a clear platform and reports strong encouragement from local voters as he pursues the congressional nomination.
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Frank Thompson
Burington
Congress
Thompson
Kopp Meeting Arranged by Rogers for Republican Candidacy
Warren K. Rogers of Mt. Pleasant is in the city arranging an evening meeting next week to support W. F. Kopp in the Republican nomination for Congress. Announcement of the date and place will follow.
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Kopp
Warren K. Rogers
Mt. Pleasant
W. F. Kopp
Congress
May Sunshine Sparks Political Reflection
A reflective note on how even a small amount of May sun can influence thoughts on government and the consent of the governed. The snippet contrasts civic philosophy with the mood brought by warmer weather.
Sugar shortage fears and fashion trends in postwar outlook
The piece notes slipping consumer trends and suggests a B. V. D. campaign as a response. It warns of possible relief in sugar shortages not arriving soon, predicting grim faces next winter when canned fruit is served. It recalls predictions of abundant sugar and essentials after the war.
Time to overhaul fishing gear as season opens
The season will soon be open and worms are numerous in gardens. Forward looking fishermen will stock up before worms retreat to lower depths. Worms are easily domesticated and respond to kind treatment.
Calamitous mother laments house chosen by father
In a clipped comment from the Oskaloosa Herald a mother says nothing could be worse than living in a house her husband picked, while a Marshalltown Times-Republican quips about whether dressers would buy silk shirts if price differences were reversed, noting the absurdity.
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Perer
Oskaloosa Herald
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Gener al Escobar Announces Neutral Stance in War
Press dispatches report General Escobar says he did not revolt against Carranza but only severed relations and will remain neutral until the conflict ends. Comment notes sarcasm about a likely long wait. Ft. Madison Democrat.
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Escobar
Carranza
Madison Democrat
Education gap prompts printers school need
The Oskaloosa Herald argues that while colleges offer journalism departments, there is a critical need for a printers school to supply skilled workers, warning that future generations may be trained in rhetoric but lack practical printing expertise.
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Oskaloosa ‘Herald
District Court Notice Names Stucker Defendants
In the District Court of Washington County Iowa plaintiff J T Carris files against David Stucker Alty Stucker Mary Stucker Elijah Stucker G L Stucker Timothy Stucker Elijah Stucker Gilbert L Sucker Layfy Stucker in a civil action. The document lists defendant names and references the court filing.
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David Stucker
Alty Stucker
Mary Stucker
Elijah Stucker
G. L. Stucker
Timothy Stucker
Gilbert L. Sucker
Layfy Stucker
Quieting Title Suit Over Iowa Washington County Property
A petition filed in the District Court seeks to quiet and confirm in fee simple the plaintiff s ownership of the northwest quarter of section 22 in township 75 north range 8 west of the Fifth Principal Meridian Iowa Described land faces multiple defendants including named individuals and unknown claimants alleging errors in record title and adverse claims but argues such claims are invalid The court action names Emeline L Stucker John W Mc Anulty J W McNulty Sarah J McAnulty William Dodds Mary A Dodds Clementine Ferguson Orin Kingsman Amanda M Kingsman J W McAnulty Sarah Jane McAnulty John Dodds John Young Alta Stucker and others as defendants with unknown claimants referenced in the filing.
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Emeline L. Stucker
John W. McAnulty
J. McAnulty
John W. McAulty
John W. McNulty
Sarah J. McAulty
Wm. Dodd
Wm. Dodds
Mary A. Dodds
Clementine Ferguson
Sarah J. MecAnulty
William I. Williamson
B. B. Scofield
Amanda M. McClure
Amanda M. Kingsman
Section Twenty Two
Seventy Five
District Court
Washington County
Iowa
Railway Timetable Arrivals and Departures Summary
Railway timetable listing arrivals and departures for multiple routes and branches. Includes No. 12 Express, No. 80 Local Passenger and Freight, No. 11 Express, No. 49 Local Passenger, No. 429 430 450 Local Passenger, and Washington Branch services with notes on daily operation, Sundays, and service corrections issued by agents H. W. Russel and J. W. Calvert.
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H. W. Russel
Masonic Bodies Schedule Regular Meetings
Washington Lodge No 26 A F A M meets first Friday monthly. Damascus Shrine No 10 hosts last Thursday meetings at Moose Hall. Washington Chapter No 98 C E S meets second Thursday. Bethlehem Commandery No 45 K T holds third Friday. Cyrus Chapter No 13 R A M meets second Friday. Visiting fraters welcome.
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Washington Lodge
A. F
A. M
Charles Freding
W. M
Arthur Goodin
Cyrus
H. T. Carris
H. P
Bethlehem Commandery
K. T
J. D. Glasgow
E. C
H. Richards
Washington
Mary Lavada Kerr
Myrtle Speer
Damascus Shrine
Moose Hall
Rose M. Reid
Covenant Lodge 101 Invites Visiting Members
Covenant Lodge No. 101 meets nightly at 7:30 in the I O O F hall on North Iowa Avenue. Noble Grand M. D. Lee and R. S. Keller extend the invitation for visiting members to meet with them.
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F.—Covenant Lodge No
N. Iowa
M. D. Lee
Noble Grand
S. Keller
Brighton
North
Iowa
M. PD. Lee
Elmer McFadden
Notice of Petition and Default Judgment in Washington County Iowa
The notice states the estate is barred and estopped from rights to real estate. Defendants are informed to appear before noon on the day of the next term starting September 6 1920 at the Washington County Court House Iowa or face default judgment. Eicher Livingston Eicher Attorneys for Plaintiff.
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Court House
City of
Washington
Washington County
Iowa
Eicher, Livingston & Eicher
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