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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1918
Page
8
The notice lists Fox and Dewey shoe store and Rutter price mentions for 40 cent items plus orders for ladies suits by Martin Nielson. Miss Elsie Fish travels to Muscatine, with Dr A W Clow Osteopaths at 727 Blue offering office hours. Nielson accepts orders or makes suits and provides phone contact.
Keota families and friends are mentioned visiting in town on Saturday and Sunday. Names include Mrs. Erma Young Miss Powell Mrs. W. J. Brooks Mrs. A. H. Glass Mark Woodburn and Camp Dodge furloughs. Various locals attend sales visits and farm lots showings. Postmaster to raise Italian flag for Italy war entry anniversary.
Advertisement highlights comfort over stiff stays with Ferris Vale ts Warner Brothers rust proof corsets for various women and growing girls. Nemo self reducing corsets target medium and stout figures praised for durability and washable fabrics priced from 1 to 6 dollars per pair. CNATL'S is the sole agent in Washington county.
A brief note reflects on how small gifts yield a larger impact, suggesting optimism turns modest offerings into meaningful outcomes that inspire progress and community aid.
Brighton residents circulated word that Raymond G sher of the Rainbow division in France had been killed. The claim grew from a Des Moines paper’s misprint and a later report of his being wounded. His parents say they have heard nothing from him since the initial wound report a month ago.
Miss Cecil Rogers visits Keokuk from Cedar Rapids for a Sunday gathering. Mr. and Mrs. John D. McLaughlin plan a Chicago trip and Red Cross activity. Mrs. McLaughlin will learn dressings, while Mr. McLaughlin attends the United Presbyterian General Assembly in Pittsburgh.
Wilbur Wolary has been granted a patent for a folding chair that rotates a quarter turn to allow rapid exit from any area of a building. The device, designed to speed egress in fires, operates smoothly and could be widely adopted in public auditoriums. Patent papers expected soon.
A reflective line urges readers to heed the moment as a potential turning point. It frames awareness as vital, suggesting dramatic events may hinge on listening closely. The piece hints at history evolving from attentive listening and timely perception.
A judge questions a colored man about church attendance and election faith. The man affirms going to Presby teeryn and believing in election and salvation, then humorously notes he did not know the judge was a candidate.
Oil mills on the Pacific coast have operated for years using soy beans imported from Manchuria. They report a ready market there for soy oil cake and related products, reflecting sustained demand in the region.
A brief cartoon caption shows two men joking about a black eye. One asks if the injury came from a girlfriend, and the other reveals it was from her other lover in a witty exchange.
Members of the American Rifle Association are reminded of regular practice at the Armory on Monday evening. All members are requested to attend to participate. 8012
All accounts due Fred Jardon Jr are at my office call and settle. Chas A Dewey attorney for Administratrix B16
A meeting is scheduled for Tuesday at 2 30 PM in the G A R hall. Good attendance is desired with likely discussion led by STINSON and P C.
Stephen, N. Side Jeweler advertises accepting used pianos as exchange for new pianos. Customers are urged to trade in immediately to complete purchases.
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