Soldiers To Visit Washington County For War Fund Drive
Three soldiers from the 8th Infantry who served in France will visit Ottumwa Brighton Washington and Sigourney then Oskaloosa for a series of meetings. Sergeant Owen Hawkins Corporal Merle Skinner and Private Albert Montgomery will speak with George Hargrove of Des Moines joining the group. The Washington concert band will provide free music and seats are reserved for soldiers families G A R W C Red Cross workers and local residents. Over the Top reports show the Red Cross fund is already 3 900 over its county quota.
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Washington
Tomrrow
8Th Infantry
France
Central Park
Ottumwa
Brighton
Sigourney
Oskaloorla
Sereion
Owen Hawkins
Merle Skinner
Albert Montgomery
Washington County
George Hargrove
Dés Moines
W. H. Butterfield
C. A. Dewey
W. ER. C
Red Cross
Hargrove
Sergeant Hawking
Graham
Butterfield
Red Cross War Fund
Dance at Phoenix Hall Delights Local Youth
A lively last evening dance at Phoenix Hall drew a fine crowd of young people who enjoyed the music provided by Shuberta. The event left attendees with a pleasant evening and ample dancing.
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Phoenix Hall
Shuberta
Front Line Packet Dressings Demonstrated by Women Workers
Mrs. J D McLaughlin reports vigorous work by Red Cross surgical dressings teams in the central division, with Chicago making front line packets for field use. The packets include pads, compresses, drains, tampons, and an applicator, all sterilized and wrapped for transport to front lines.
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Red Cross
Central Division of States
J.D. McLaughlin
Chicago
Chicaco
Altho
McLaughlin
Washington
Sudden Death of Washington Business Leader George Reister
George G Reister 43 and head of Reister & Sons died suddenly at home on North Second Avenue after a normal evening. Born in Washington April 26 1875 he spent his life here and led a local enterprise with his brothers. He served on the city council and in the fire department and was active in the Methodist church and Red Cross work. Funeral Sunday at 2 PM in the Methodist church with Dr J A Glendinning presiding.
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Starling
Washington
George G. Reister
Reister & Sons
North Second Avenue
Mr. Reister
Red Cross
W. S. Reister
Heights
George
Maude Thompson
William Scott Reister
Hiwi
Nellie
Evelyn
C. M. Ar Orey
laCrocse
Wis
Ita Minick
Waching
Vie
Hook and Ladder Company
Knights of Pythias
Reister
Methodist Church
J. A. Glendinning
Use Chamberlain's Liniment for sprained ankle advised
An advertisement urges relief for a sprained ankle with Chamberlain's Liniment. Purchase from Lemmon's Drug Store and follow the bottle's printed directions for use.
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Chamberlain’s Liniment
Lemmon’s Drug Store
Advt
Ads to Day Offer Items of Local Interest
Readable ad copy highlights bargains and offerings around town. Shoppers can spot sales, services, and notices from merchants and community listings, reflecting daily commerce and consumer interest.
Red Cross Volunteers Called to Meeting and Park Speech
Red Cross workers are asked to meet in the workroom Friday at 12:20 and march in a group to a park speaking event at 1 p.m. Wear Red Cross uniforms and aprons. knitters garment workers and others should attend. Seats reserved for Mrs. Jno MelLaughtin Mrs. R. H. Walker Mrs. Sadie Babcock and Mrs. C. J. Wilson.
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Red Cross
Jno
MelLaughtin
R. H. Walker
Sadie Babcock
C. J. Wilson
Community Fraternal Meetings and Social Occasions Listed
Local lodge and community groups announce meetings including Zimri Rebekah Lodge No 58 Thursday at 8 pm with officer nominations. The Standard Bearers meet May 27 at 4 pm at Sunset Park, followed by a picnic supper. Shiloh school hosts a patriotic program Thursday at 7 pm. ice cream social Friday at 8 pm at Prairie Flower school funds Cedar township Red Cross. Royal and Select Masters hold Royal Market fundraiser notes. Tyrone Local Farmers Union to host State organizer May 30 at 7 pm. Zeredatha Council No 21 meets May 24 at 8 pm with petitions expected.
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Sunset Park
Prairie Flower School
Cedar Township Red Cross
Cecile Belville
Tyrone
Dutch Creek Twp
Farmers’ Union
Walter C. Sheetz
Zeredathe Council
Zeredatha Council
James D. Glasgow
Trinkets in Caner's Window Display at Fund Drive
Odds and ends of silver and gold jewelry, copper pieces, and miscellaneous trinkets are shown in Caner's window to support the Treasure and Trinket Fundraiser by the Women's Relief Corps. The items will be sent to New York for assessment, with proceeds aiding the U S Army aviation branch. the display runs through tomorrow and Saturday.
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Caner
Washington
Women's Relief Corps
New York
United States Assay Office
Aviation
United States Army
Rain Causes Postponement and Scout Meeting Notice
A town event at West Chester Baptist Church was postponed from Tuesday night to Thursday at 8:00 due to rain. The program includes readings, music, and a short play with admission 25 and 15 cents plus war tax. Secretary Hosmer seeks about twenty Pay Scouts to meet him at Central Park at 11 tomorrow for Rainbow soldiers’ visit.
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West Chester Baptist Church
Hosmer
Central Park
Memorial Services Attend W RC Members at Commercial Club
Members of the W RC are asked to meet at the Commercial club Sunday at 1 30 p m to attend the memorial services at the Christian church Sermon by Rev G L Baton 8413
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W,rc
Commercial Club
The
Christian Church
G. L. Baton
Fire on West Washington Ends Quickly at Ingham Home
Fire crews arrived at three this afternoon to a blaze in the bed of Mrs. J. W. Ingham on West Washington street. The fire was confined to the bed, caused only slight damage, and was extinguished with chemicals.
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West Washington
J. W. Ingham
West Washington Street
G. A. R. and W. R. meet tomorrow at hall for park meeting
The G. A. R. and W. R. will gather at 12 30 tomorrow afternoon in the hall to attend the meeting in the park.
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A. R
W. R
How Many Rods Make an Aged Sere
Tommy recalls a past ache from a rod while discussing a riddle about how many rods form a sere. The scene captures a playful memory and indicates a steady, light tone in a child’s recollection.
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Tommy
Local News Notes at Cuddy's Variety Store
Rev and Mrs C D Loose arrived from Muscatine to attend commencement and are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Cuddy as local news items note 2 cent oranges availability at the store on Saturday.
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Cuddy's
C. D. Loose
Muscatine
Square Decal for the Shops
A young woman argues women should stop shopping when they regret purchases. She contends goods are often returned and credited, and shops deserve fair treatment with a square deal for accepting returns and credits.
Beauty Lover’s Quest Sparks Springstone Rapture
Fragmentary line hints at a beauty lover delighted by springstone and water imagery. The text reflects an intimate, poetic mood with playful aside about watering it all day. No full event or clear人物, location, or date is provided.
The Touch of Big Business
Edward Mott Woolley argues that personal touch matters most in large and successful houses. He notes that as businesses grow the art of personal touch becomes more real and essential.
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Edward Mott Woolley
Platinum metal origins and discovery noted
The article explains platinum as the heaviest metal besides diicu, naming its Spanish roots from plata meaning silver. It remained unknown in Europe until around 1741 when a Spanish scientist announced its existence after visiting South America.
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Plata
Europe
South America
Tape Fixes Slipping Glass Cutter
A correspondent proposes placing a strip of adhesive tape on the underside of a straightedge used for glass cutting to prevent slipping during use. The idea aims to improve control and accuracy in cutting operations.
Why Recall It Almost Any Woman Can Talk Faster Than She
A brief quotation from the Atchison Globe notes women may speak more quickly than they can write, reflecting a commentary on communication speed and gender. The line underscores the paper's voice on linguistic ease versus penmanship.
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