Y M C A Endowment Drive Receives Notable Support
Letters and donations pour into Washington Iowa as the Y M C A endowment campaign gains momentum. John Babcock of Chicago sends a fifty dollar gift while local donors, including RK Thompson and Frank R. Sage, contribute despite not meeting in person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Babcock
Chicago
D. D. Sherman
Y. M. C. A. Endowment Fund
Mr. Babcock
Washington
Iowa
RK. W. Thompson
Frank R. Sage
Don D. Sherman
Y. M. C. A. Endowment
Mr. Sherman
Y Board
Ford Dominates Washington County Car Registrations
At the county treasurer’s office it was announced that more than half of Washington county’s registered motor cars are Ford models from Detroit Michigan. The tally shows 4156 pleasure cars 263 trucks and 18 motorcycles registered to date with new registrations and delinquents added daily.
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Washington County
Henry Ford
Detroit
Mich
Ford
Family thanks neighbors for help after loss of Mrs. Fred D. Stewart
The Stewart family expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends who offered kind support after the death of wife and mother Mrs. Fred D. Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred D. Stewart
Trucks Struggle Ahead of Storm Delays Cited
Three trucks operated yesterday before a gale, one lagging as engine trouble hindered progress. W.8S. Reister & Sons remain cash buyers of local goods and services.
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W. 8S. Reister & Sons Cash Buyers of
Men Held for Columbus Junction Elevator Burglary
Two men identified as Edward Middleton and Charles Jones are jailed in Washington county awaiting transfer to Louisa county to face charges for burglarizing the Weber and Huston elevator office at Columbus Junction last Saturday night. They allegedly stole $116, a $6 check, watches, revolvers, and other items, and were captured after attempting to cash the check in Ottumwa. Middleton, about 30, from Macombatine, and Jones, about 45, are described as hardened suspects. Middleton previously served time at Fort Madison. Deputy sheriffs and local authorities plan a preliminary hearing before transfer.
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Edward Middleton
Charles Jones
Washington County
Louisa County
Weber & Huston
Columbus Junction
Ottumwa
Haskins Bank
Fred Sweet
Washington
Fred Schwabe
George Oakes
Wapello
Middleton
Maccatine
Fort Madison
Jones
Senior Class Play Niobe Postponed to May 17 18
The thirteenth school senior class play Niobe will be presented Wednesday and Thursday May 17 and 18 instead of the original Thursday and Friday dates. Seat sales start Saturday at nine at Phillips drug store.
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Wohburedd
Thirh
Niobe
Phillips Drag Store
Funeral services for Mrs Stewart in McNamara parlors
Funeral services for Mrs. Fred D. Stewart, who died Tuesday afternoon at her home north of town, were held at ten o'clock this morning at the McNamara undertaking parlors. Rev. M. R. Regan and Dr. W. W. Rowere officiated. Pallbearers were Clarence Jacobs, Harold Hays, Ira Davidson, Marlin Davidson, Howard Sitler and Sam Hays. Burial followed at Elm Grove cemetery.
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Stewart
Fred D. Stewart
McNamara Undertaking
M. R. Regan
W. W. Rowere
Clarence Jacobs
Harold Hays
Ira Davidson
Marlin Davidson
Howard Sitler
Sam Hays
Elm Grove Cemetery
Bankers Defeat Barbers 8 to 5 in Wet Park Contest
The bankers beat the barbers 8 to 5 in five soggy innings after a rain soaked afternoon. Rodney Arnold notes the field was muddy and errors fueled the scoring while Reece starred behind the plate for the barbers. May 25 loom as a rematch date.
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Rodney Arnold
Barbers
Bankers
Ball Park
Arnold
Lee Holland
Presbyterian Church
Dutch Tolander
Reece
Jim Redd
bd@nkens
Ford Touring Car Stolen in Ottumwa Traced Toward Farson
A Ford touring car, 3920 model, license 912459 and motor 4175362, was reported stolen from Ottumwa by the chief of police. It was traced as far as Farson and appears to be headed this way.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff's Office
Ottumwa
Farson
Triangular Track Meet At Junction Saturday Highlights Local Teams
Washington Columbus Junction and Ainsworth high schools prepare for a Saturday afternoon track and field triangular meet at Junction. Washington shows steady form but Junction and Ainsworth are expected to challenge. Junction lists several fast sprinters and Ainsworth fields capable performers.
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Washington
Columbus Junction
Ainsworth
Althe Washington
Junction
Local youth urged to join Fort Snelling training camp
Washington county youths weigh summer military camp at Fort Snelling Minnesota open to ages 17 to 27. Camp runs August 1 to 30 with no cost to attendees. Government pays transportation equipment subsistence and meals as instructors cover health education and fitness. Applications to Chief of Staff Sixth Division Kasato Building Minneapolis. Mrs Fay Cherwinker and family recall death of her mother Mrs Ifred Stewart.
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Washington County
Fort Snelling
Minn
Elyi Midnes
Eighth Division
United States Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Reserve Corps
Congress
National Guard
S&th
Kasato Building
Minneapolis
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Storm
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Fay Cherwinker
Ifred Stewart
Iown Gas & Electric Co
Evening Journal
Mack
Kalona House
Kalona
Earle Libe
Totheod
Fevest
Effie Knowels
East Third St
Green
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Ed Gray
Knotek Bros
Thurs
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Wilson Flower Garden
Poland
China
Phope Bog
Jasead
Bart Smith
Rh. A. Mutual Phone R& 3d
Clark Jewel Gas
John Jackson
City
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BOY
M. T. Anderson
Washington St
Tron
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Hardy
Experien
Hawks Nursery Co
Wauwatosa
Wis
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