Tornado Reminiscences of May 22 Destruction North of Washington
A 34 year old reminiscence recalls the destructive tornado that struck six miles north of Washington, tracing its path through Keokuk and Louisa counties. Witnesses describe funnel cloud sighting, houses lifted, a school struck killing Miss Mary Rathmel, and bizarre wind feats such as a hog impaled by a beam and a clock stopping at 3. The piece emphasizes lasting memory of the disaster and its wide reach across multiple townships.
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Washington
Keokuk County
Keota
Here
Thomas
Mary Rathmel
J. K. Marbourg
J. P. Babcock
Mr. Zeck
Jackson Township
Highland Townships
Louisa County
Ilipois
Babcock
Sunday School Workers Gather at Davenport
The 12th annual S. S. convention will be held in Davenport from June 26 through 28. A strong program features Prof. Chas H Gabriel as musical director and author of The Glory Song, and leaders from Newark Toledo Chicago and New York City. Free lodging breakfast plus open rate of one and one third fare. For details contact Bl I Mitchell general secretary Des Moines Iowa.
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S. S
Davenport
Chas. H. Gabriel
Chicago
World Fame
J. W. Barnes
Newark
New Jersey
North America
E. B. Allen
Toledo
Ohio
Marion Lawrence
A. C. Dixon
D. D
Andrew Stevenson
America
E. D. Starbuck
State University
R. E. Diffendorfer
New York City
Iowa
Making a Balloon Modern and Safe for Flight
Pr J P Thomas from Appleton's explains balloon construction using silk bal loon cloth with yard square sections to prevent collapse. He details the valve gas release rope netting concentrating ring and rip cord for emergency descent, plus packing powder and drying varnish steps to avoid spontaneous combustion.
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Thomas
Pr. J. P. Thomas
Appleton's
Dedication Schedule for St Mary's Church Riverside
The dedication program for St Mary's Church Riverside on May 29 includes a clergy procession at 9 50 a m, blessing at 10 00 a m, high mass with sermons by Doctor Giglinger and Father Nugent at 10 30 a m, dinner at 12 30, supper at 5 00 p m. The Caner orchestra of Washington will provide music and outdoor amusements and refreshments are planned. The community extends a hearty welcome to all.
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Riverside
St. Mary's Church
Doctor Giglinger
Father Nugent
Caner Orchestra
Washington
Pointed Paragraphs From The Atchison Globe
A collection of aphoristic observations on self control language temper and social behavior from the Atchison Globe. It reflects on apologies profanity listening to reason and the folly of gossip.
Bedlam London Lunatic Asylum History and Practices
Bethlehem, the London lunatic asylum, originated as a 1247 priory and became known as a hospital for lunatics by 1472. It was granted to the city, with inmates once shown to the public. harmless patients wore badges and begged on the streets. Edgar in King Lear also evokes Bedlam.
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Bethlehem
Bedlam
London
Pepys
Hogarth
Edgar
A Medico and Lawyer Meet with a Grim Punchline
A physician and a lawyer in the same city both begin their careers. The doctor bursts in to announce his first patient, exclaiming he is off to see him. The lawyer jokes about perhaps the patient has not yet made a will, a sly foreshadowing of pending death.
What Is a Scientist The Washington Star Quote
A child asks what a scientist is and the reply frames science as naming ordinary things with long terms. The Washington Star quotes the exchange, noting humor and the idea that science involves complex language.
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Washington Star
No Rose Without Thorn in the Rocking Air
The saying notes a rocker's blessing carries a snag as anyone who trips on a rocker can attest. It frames the idea that comfort and risk coexist in everyday devices and experiences.
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Shoes and Oxfords
Work & Meek
Labor
the Gas Light Co
Iowa Gas & Electric Co
John J. McKeone
City
Ype Ag
I’. Mitchell
Les Moines
Lowa
St Mary's Church
Foley
W. G. Thorn
Webster, Iowa
Thorns and Roses
Japan
Windsor Grocery
Eureka
Great Western
W. O. Ralston & CO
West Chester
Pauls Lumber Company
Chas. H. Gobble
Muscatine, Iowa
The
Travelers Insurance Co
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