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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1922

Page

3

Baccalaureate and Commencement Programs Set For Class of 1922

Programs announced for the high school baccalaureate service at the Methodist church next Sunday night and for the commencement exercises the following Wednesday evening in the high school auditorium. The baccalaureate features include processional, hymns, scripture, prayers, solos, an address by Rev. J Reade McCrory, and the girls glee club, with the benediction by Rev. W G Robb. The commencement includes invocation, solos, salutatory by Neile Ryan, valedictory by Eather Hav, mixed chorus, class oration by John F Foster, diploma presentation by Supt W C Harding, and the class song.

Methodist Church W. W. Bowers Otto Hobblfeld Girls’ Glee Club A. R. Oates M. R. Regan E. L. Ashford Sidney Couch J. Reade McCrory Marchetti—Girls Glee Club W. G. Robb W. H. Hampton Dudley Buck Juanita Ellis Neile Ryan G. W. Jackson Mark Critz Eather Hav Paul Lacome Clifford Page Horatio Nichousis John FE. Foster W. C. Harding

Funeral For Charles Lovelett At Jones McBethinney Chapel

Funeral services for Charles Lovelett were held at 2 30 PM in the Jones McBethinney chapel conducted by Rev M R Regan of the Baptist church. Pallbearers included Harry Shrader Joe Lohberger Charles Hennon W E Jones Walter Hays and J W Grim et al Interment followed at Woodlawn cemetery Members of the local carpenters union and Albert M Huff post Spanish American War veteran attended and marched to the cemetery.

Charles Lovelett Jones & McBethinney M. RK Regan the Baptist Church Harry Shrader Joe Lohberger Charles Hennon W. E. Jones Walter Hays J. W. Grimetad Woodlawn Carpenters Union Albert M. Huff Post

Hospital Board Reorganized With Bailey New Chairman

Marsh W. Bailey is elected chairman of the county hospital board for the new year replacing Alex Miller who declined re election. Dr W P Gardner becomes vice chairman and Miss Nelle Hebner remains secretary. New board members include A R Miller Carl M Keck J G Maxwell W P Wells and George W Reed. Miller Reed and Gardner seek re election.

Marsh W. Bailey W. P. Gardner County Hospital Board Miss Nelle Hebner Alex Miller Bailey Wellman A. R. Miller Carl M. Keck J. G. Maxwell W. P. Wells George W. Reed Miller Reed Gardner

Band Concert Opens Regular Tuesday Nights in Central Park

The regular Tuesday evening band concert is scheduled for tonight in Central Park. This marks the start of biweekly Tuesday concerts, with weekly Saturday night programs continuing.

Central Park

Old Cunningham House Being Razed

Dr. W. E. Anderson has purchased the East Main Street residence two doors east of the Chilcote Library and is tearing it down. The house, one of the oldest in the community, was built with much white pine and will provide materials for a new home.

W. E. Anderson East Main Street Chilcote Library J. C. Cunningham Anderson

Butcher Reveals New Auto Wagon Amid Horse Departure

Nervous patrons wonder what happened to the former delivery horse as the butcher unveils a new automobile delivery wagon. The scene at the shop grows tense while customers speculate about the old horse's fate and the store’s evolving method of service.

Thirteen Blocks Additional Paving Voted by Council

City council approved thirteen more blocks of paving for this season adding to the thirty already under construction. petitions supported by landowners on North Marion Avenue and on Fourth Avenue East were presented with waivers to cover full costs. The West Main street work will extend from North Avenue D to Sunset Park, five blocks, with a Friday meeting to consider a necessary resolution.

West Main Street Heights Marion Avenue West Fifth Street West Fighth Street D. L. Carbaugh Harry Whittaker Asa Jones East Fifth Street Water Works Corner Fourth Ave East Seventh Street Hammer Carl Jungbluth H. EB. Case Avenue D Sunset Park South Fourth Avenue Madison Street High School Corner

City council approves Woodlawn Cemetery plat expansion

At last night’s council session a resolution authorized platting additional ground at Woodlawn Cemetery. The city also passed an ordinance setting salaries for the two firemen at $90 per month.

Woodlawn

Washington Butter Market Ad Promises Price Change

A playful verse invites readers to sit and eat Washington Butter while noting a market advertisement on page two announcing a price change. The familiar refrain encourages readers to smile and utter approval.

Washington

Thorne Speaks at Mason City Today

Clifford Thorne of Washington, Republican candidate for U S senator, spoke at noon before the Retail Merchants' association in Mason City. He argued farm bloc and transportation issues dominate the race, criticizing Pickett and Brookhart on railroad policy and pledging further explanations in coming days.

Thorne Mason City Clifford Thorne Washington Retail Merchants’ Association Hoe Federal Reserve System Pickett Farry Mr. Pickett West William S. Kenylon Iowa Brookhart Shreveport Larrabee Hepburn- Dolliver

Six Men Elected to Y M C A Board and Incorporation Planned

Six new members Frank R Sage Marsh W Bailey Win Smouse Col D J Palmer Dave McLaughlin and A W Yard join the Y M C A board raising total to fifteen Incorporation papers signed as final condition for James H Young bequest Sage will handle Pasadena details Old board to serve until July then elections will assign terms of one two and three years Construction not expected until 1923 Summer employment for boys discussed with J A Work reporting demand and listing pay rates Farm Bureau aiding placement separate note urges boys to apply through county agent

James H. Young Frank R. Sage Marsh W. Bailey Win Smouse Col. D. J. Palmer Dave McLaughlin A. W. Yard D. D. Sherman J. A. Work W. I. Hender M. C. DeLong C. W. Long Jas. Baird W. F. Blekel W. J. Masson Krfe. Shannon Farm Bureau

Awakening of a Bohemian Morning in 1921

Mary and Ted clash over romance and thrill in a domestic tale. Mary prods Ted to be less faithful and more daring, then undergoes a shocking wardrobe change after plotting with bohemian fantasies. A dreamlike fall and renewed longing set a surreal ending as Mary awakens to love and fear.

Mary Ted Lois Cynthia Iean

Chance to Attend Training Camp Open

Young men aged 16 to 25 may join the summer citizen's army training camp at Fort Snelling. The government will pay all travel, board, and lodging. Three courses offered with athletic religious and recreational features. See Glenn Eldridge 1st Sergeant Troop D at the Armory tomorrow 8 to 5.

Citizen's Army Fort Snelling Glenn Eldridge

Minister’s Sermon Sparks Hymn Sing at Suburban Service

After finishing a sermon on Gossip and Slander the suburban minister announced the hymn Love to Tell the Story, prompting a brief congregation sing alongside the note from the Boston Transcript about the service.

Bostos Transcript

Waymack Elected Basketball Captain

Gaylord Waymack was elected captain of next year's high school basketball team at yesterday afternoon's squad meeting. He was a key player last season and the team's leading scorer. Most lettermen return, except McCredy, with several promising substitutes added.

Gaylord Waymack Waymack McCredy

High School Lawn Fete Planned by Y W C A Queens

Preparations underway for the annual May festival at six this evening on the east lawn of the high school. Leona Allen of the senior class was elected queen, and organizers hope rain will not disrupt the program or attendance.

Leona Allen

Praise of the Pitiful Excerpt Reflected on Peace and Pity

Quote from Prancis Paget extols pity as the surest path to enduring peace and the virtue of aiding those in misery. Emphasizes the humble role of the worrier in alleviating sorrow and fostering tranquil society.

Prancis Paget

Frosting Glass by Sand Blasting or Etching Substitution

The Frosting effect on glass can be achieved by sand blasting or etching with hydrofluoric acid. A cheaper method is to substitute clear glass for frosted glass, as noted by Dr Roy Cross of the Kansas City Testing Laboratory.

Roy Cross Kansas City

Polish New Shoes Tip from Old Guide

A traditional shoe care tip advises rubbing brown boots or shoes with a slice of raw potato before applying polish. The method is said to make boots easier to clean and to take a good shine.

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