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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1933
Page
5
The notice lists fabric quantities including 70 yards silk quantities 110 yards rayon crepe and 90 yards lights broadcloths 60 yards chambray gingham 88 yards handkerchief linen in pastel shades with unit prices around 1.25 and 0.69. It appears as a dry goods advertisement with varied colors and fabrics.
Iowa City May 18 A University of Iowa bureau of business research report notes a trend toward recovery after March lows. Farm prices improve and spring trade gains momentum as Dr George R Davies cites focus on federal programs to spur inflationary relief amid overall world economic challenges.
The advertisement urges tired women overwhelmed by household duties to try Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. It claims rapid strength restoration and easier daily tasks with a success rate of 98 out of 100 reports. Buy a bottle from your druggist today.
Eisie Warner of Washington named among Iowa State College women honored for scholarship and campus life. member of Purple Arrow honorary societies. A recognition program celebrated the large number of recipients for distinct contributions.
Veterans of the Spanish American War will hold their 27th annual convention in Oelwein from June 18 to 21 with the auxiliary convention at the same time. Senator L. J. Dickinson of Algona, Iowa, is scheduled as a leading speaker.
Two famed trains travel to Chicago for the Century of Progress World’s Fair opening May 27. The Mexican presidential train showcases luxury and Aztec era art while the Royal Scot Express, first complete Royal Scot unit in the U S, operates on long non stop runs and honors British regiments.
Des Moines reports a statewide amateur bicycle contest announced as a key attraction for Decoration Day. Harry Gillete, manager, outlined plans for the event and expected participant turnout.
Des Moines YMCA athletic director Henry Hae Brouck will start the event with prize money totaling 500 dollars. The open race targets youths aged 12 to 21 and will be held under the YMCA banner with Gillette confirming the details.
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