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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1922
Page
3
Eugene Breitenbach, district game warden, led four Wellman men before Squire VD C Kyle yesterday afternoon. Three fined ten dollars plus costs for fishing with spears. the fourth fined 25 dollars for hunting without a license. Licenses cost one dollar from the county auditor.
James Harley honors unknown Civil War soldiers by placing a flag atop a rock pile in Central Park. He recalls those who fell in battle with unmarked graves and unread names, presenting the tribute to the unknown dead.
Mrs. ht H Walker of the W.ree announces that Elm Grove and Woodlawn cemetery grave decoration duties today list numerous committee members. Each section names pairs of helpers including Jos A Dawson and Mary Maxwell in Section 1, and many others across Elm Grove divisions Northeast Northwest Southwest Southeast and Circle groups.
After ten years of effort the county hospital area gains paved access. A new street opened from South Iowa avenue to Wells park preceded the project. Paving will extend from the city limits toward the hospital with completion moments away and traffic halted briefly for earth work.
Mrs. Charlies Cheney and her son from Montpelier Idaho called on relatives in town this morning while en route to Farmington Iowa. Mr Ayres and Miss Ethel Small accompanied them from Kalona and are spending part of the day in town.
Miss Jennie Smith visits Washington while H. M. Morris returns from Harrison Missouri. L. J. Huppert of Milwaukee stops to see his daughter Alma Huppert, music director at the Methodist church. Mrs. Klugh and Mrs. Allen travel to Crawfordsville for Memorial Day. Mrs. Piercy returns to Winfield after visiting her brother F. D. Reynolds. Mrs. Barker and Opal go to Winfield for Memorial Day with C. Turkington. Mrs. Woods travels from Davenport for Memorial Day as her mother is buried in Elm Grove Cemetery and she will visit Willis Custer. Mannhardt Bros. show an enhanced electric window display featuring an old mill scene and moving train, with a red flag at a crossing and a waters wheel turning.
A townsfolk pleads for unity and cautions against harming neighbors with gossip and rumors. The speaker urges residents to refrain from airing private faults and to keep town harmony intact while addressing issues around community leaders and daily life.
The DecOration Day parade moved from the square to Kim Grove and Woodlawn Cemetery led by Marshal Crail and the Washington band. Veterans groups and students filled the streets. services followed at the cemeteries. At the Rotary dinner the Ladies of Avis Wives honored guests with patriotic decor, Col. Palmer spoke on law and patriotism, and a boxing exhibition raised funds for the Y M C A endowment. Walter S Ayres attended and spoke.
Commander Arthur R. Oates names Frank Appleby as seating committee chief for the Lincoln life pageant to be staged at Chautauqua grounds on July 3 and 4. Ed Squire and Patence Jackson handle parking while lighting details are arranged. L. B. Lupton manages dramatic features and casting, with full assignment expected within a week. Elevated seating for about one thousand and capacity for two to three thousand ensure all spectators have a good view.
W. H. Pratt travels to Crawfordsville and plans a visit to Winfield to see sister Mrs. R Henderson. W. H. McClure from Keola changes cars at Crawfordsville to live with son D McClure. Walter Turner visits his mother Mrs. W A Turner and stays connected with Milwaukee advertising firm. J B Clyde of Norwalk Iowa visits parents Mr and Mrs R H Clyde. Mrs Clyde travels to Carthage Illinois to see her parents Mr and Mrs W C Kunkel.
A fragment reflects a speaker who loves hunting yet belongs to an animal protection society. The narrator mentions finding a way out of a difficulty by using Loank cartridges while pursuing hunting.
German philosopher Immanuel Kant born 1724 in Königsberg is linked to Scottish roots through his grandfather Cant who emigrated from Scotland and changed the surname to Kant to fit German pronunciation.
The American Forestry Magazine notes that the owl’s velvety feathers render its flight noiseless helping it surprise prey. It can ambush animals larger than itself by exploiting its silent approach and keen hunting sense.
A simple home repair method describes securing a loose nail in a plaster wall by applying thick glue around the nail and pressing the plaster back into place. The guide advises pressing firmly to set the nail and restore stability.
A man at a Denver vaudeville performance laughed so hard at a joke that he became hysterical and had to be carried from the theater. After recovering, he could not recall the joke or what caused the incident.
Wellston Social club meets with Mrs. Lillie Evans on Thursday afternoon for role call and apron display. The choir at the Christian church rehearses Wednesday evening. The Booster club gathers Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Axel Anderson. The Missionary society meets Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Homer Dunenberry for officer elections. Woodlawn Cemetery lot owner remains noted.
The text states that princes and princesses cannot marry before age twenty five without the king’s consent. If aged over twenty five they may marry by giving twelve months notice to the privy council, unless Parliament objects to the match.
A vivid account describes seven vultures stripping a horse carcass in half an hour. After feeding they stagger a few yards, their bodies puffed with wings drooping and blood on the beak, emitting eerie cries.
A fragment from the Dallas News notes a tower of Pharaohs and a daughter going to the river to bathe, with suggests of a posed scene. The readable text is damaged and unclear.
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