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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1923
Page
6
In Florence Bingham’s Custard Cup, Penfield manages an apartment house renamed from Cloister Court, relying on laundry work for income and sheltering homeless youths. Lettie the resourceful girl hatches a scheme to promote the building with a mysterious machine, clashing with Mr Abbott over control and funds as the tale moves toward a pivotal turn.
Lettie Penfield demands to see the manager, insisting on business matters. The stout desk man and his assistant signal the manager, Mr Abbott, who finally invites her in despite a bored demeanor. The scene unfolds in a small, overheard interview room.
Rev Willard Wylie was formally installed as pastor of the Second United Presbyterian church after weeks of service. The ceremony, led by Rev C F Hoffman, featured scripture by Rev R W Jamieson and a sermon by Rev Koffman, emphasizing the gospel's power and the minister's vow.
The Corbin family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness shown at the death of George W. Corbin. They appreciate the ministrations. A large advance ticket sale indicates a crowded high school senior class play Nothing But the Truth will be staged at the high school this evening.
Charles I Shockley, 75, a Keota native who had lived in Washington for three years, died suddenly at his West 2nd Street home at 10:45 AM after a three week heart illness. He had moved from Keota thirteen years ago and leaves a wife, two stepchildren, two sisters, and a large family. Funeral will be at the residence at 12:45 PM then at the Keota Baptist church, with interment in Keota.
Estimated damages from the Hot Springs flood reach about 1,500,000 dollars based on early reports by authorities and engineers. The assessment notes substantial destruction along riverside areas as cleanup and recovery efforts begin.
The article defends the church against claims it has departed from the faith, urging pastors to stay focused on core truths and grace rather than engaging in controversy. It emphasizes a return to fundamental religion and light to overcome darkness.
May 17 in Mexico City the recognition commission of the United States and Mexico met to discuss Article 27 of the Mexican constitution which nationalizes soil minerals. The U S asks Mexico to guarantee petroleum rights safety. In Los Angeles another report notes Bishop Thirkield of Mexico City urging recognition of Mexico three months after Obregon’s inauguration.
The appeal urges a return to gospel preaching and the spirit of Christ. It stresses reemphasizing beliefs in every pulpit and classroom, urging each person to focus on tasks and the core tenets held by the church.
Fort Madison Iowa May 17 Ben Wiley of Des Moines was re elected secretary treasurer of the Iowa state federation of labor for the coming year over David Morrison of Cedar Rapids at the annual convention. John C. Lewis of Des Moines was unopposed for re election president Waterloo chosen as next convention city. The one big union idea was presented in two resolutions by Harry Gundling Davenport typographical union. George W. Pring addressed delegates denouncing the administration over its rail strike.
Dr Florence Ziegfeld, father of Flo Ziegfeld the New York theatrical producer, is seriously ill at his Chicago home. He is 52 years old.
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