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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1931
Page
5
The article details the second floor lodge rooms with a grand main hall featuring al tar and large chairs in fine mahogany wood and a red and black patterned carpet. Permanent seating lines the east and west walls with pilaster breaks maintaining room height. Modern overhead lighting fixtures illuminate the space.
Ornate with masonic emblems and new lighting. twelve sconces illuminate sidewalls in the main hall. Preparation room features antique furniture. a tyler’s desk houses the visitors’ register. Dining room and kitchen boast practical, stylish upgrades including folding tables, leatherette chairs, and a gas stove. Reading rooms gain scenic wallpaper and rich wood furnishings. billiard and card rooms receive mahogany tables and patterned walls.
Prof. John W. Gannaway of Grinnell College will deliver the main address at the dedication of the new Masonic temple here Friday evening.
Storerooms or closets have been built in various places to store equipment and the attic provides room for additional gear. The changes expand storage capacity across multiple locations to support operations.
Chapter J Ph Boo will meet Mrs. Ralph Shannon Thursday afternoon at 2 30 o clock at 803.
The Woman’s Missionary Society of the M F B church will meet Friday at 2 40 PM with Mrs. Geo. Brinten at 70 percent W Monroe. Mrs. Led Hoover will assist with the program.
Notice invites attendees to a yearly plenary supper at the church in case of rain or cold weather lunch will be served in the house. Attendees are asked to bring dishes and silver.
In 1508 Ponce de Leon arrived in Puerto Rico and swiftly defeated the Arawaks. The following year he became governor, and two years later founded San Juan Bautista. From there he began the quest for the fountain of youth, which led to the discovery of Florida.
Mr and Mrs Frank L Wilson depart by automobile for an eight day trip across Iowa. The journey includes Marshalltown Nevada Ames Boone Ft Dodge Webster City Carroll Harlan Omaha Atlantic Des Moines Marengo Iowa City and will be led by Hen Deriley with W S Green managing the office in their absence.
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