This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1926
Page
4
The September 1926 rainfall in Washington county totaled 12.78 inches, a record flood for the region. Don Sherman logged daily measurements as rain fell almost every day, followed by thunder and wind. The floods devastated crops, with many local families in distress, though Washington county fared comparatively well.
Universal Jewel presents Hoot Gibson in The Texas Streak at the Fox Theatre this Saturday. The comedy filled feature stars Gibson with Blanche Mehaffey and a strong supporting cast including Alan Roscoe, James Marcus, and Jack Curtin.
The silent era note credits Lynn Reynolds as writer and director of The Texas Streak, noting his central role in the production.
Mrs. Arthur Conrad hosts visitors including Albert Bolse family Sam Bolse Elgar Kauffman and families. Anna Mae birthday celebrated with Gladys Frances Emma Pete Lauler Walter Kablo and Andy Kauffman. Henry Underwood visited John Jones and Olve attended Eicher church basket dinner. No school at Pleasant Ridge Thursday and Friday due to Teachers Institute in Washington.
Henry Luithly died at his home in Dutch Creek township on September 21 after a summer illness that developed into double pneumonia. He was born October 1 1866 on the same farm and lived there most of his life. He married Augusta Schloesser in 1909 and is survived by three children Hannah Dorothy and Loren, plus one sister Mrs J B McCaleb of Brighton Iowa. Funeral was led by Rev W W Bowers and interment near White Oak school.
The Lateran in Rome, a former Laterani palace, was dedicated to St John and given to the bishop of Rome by the emperor Constantine. The Latin church has long held services there.
A lively festival features a beauty contest promising strong appeal to locals in Washington County. The event arrives with persistent clouds and rain since Saturday, while a Washington County beauty prize of one hundred dollars is highlighted for next Thursday evening.
Elsie Burr asks forgiveness for a misunderstood letter to Ally Oop and Dodo Goop. She explains a 1926 backfire and proposes the nom de plume Graph Oo fonte for the author. She asks about Mrs Simmers and mentions Alice and Po in a light social exchange.
A fragment from a humor column cites playful questions about a laughing hyena, giraffe necking parties, summer flies, a lovesick porcupine, and a golden wedding for goldfish. It includes quips in Shakespearean flourish and a friendly welcome to Ann, hinting at light readers’ jokes.
Eureka residents report a weekend of family visits with Mr and Mrs W D Hesseltine at the Will Powell home. High school students from Eureka attended a banquet at the YMCA last Thursday. Roy Stewart visited Ward Essley ham on Sunday and many went to view the river, with some claiming it is higher than since 1902.
Mrs. John Godlove Haskins arrives from Mt. Pleasant and visits in Haskins before returning to Iowa City. Mrs. Leota Welliver now Mrs. Leota Haskins remembered in town. Clarence Rathmel and family visit near Washington. E. J. Frey moves goods to former Jarvis store. Four carloads of hogs shipped by local families. Local residents travel to Washington by train. School children gain two holidays for Washington institute.
Journal seeks payment for advertisements as a trial demonstrates that ad revenue supports continued publication. Officials indicate payment terms will be tested to ensure sustained operation and service to readers.
Herring boats in Stavanger Norway employ a sunken wire microphone to locate shoals. Movement of the shoal is said to be audible through a telephone receiver on board, providing a novel method for finding fish.
A humorous saying about being kicked by a mule frames the idea that those who mock misfortune may escape it, while those who have suffered know the real weight of such a misfortune. The line echoes a New York Evening Post style remark.
A reflective Pope quote contemplates the value of living generosity over posthumous monuments. The speaker prefers to give while alive, ensuring others enjoy what is shared rather than waiting for death to honor.
In Okmulgee the Daily Democrat notes calls for fair treatment of auto drivers after a car mounted the sidewalk hitting a victim, highlighting community concern and local response.
Canada issues a bold challenge to climbers worldwide as trials abound for amateurs and experts alike. The rugged mountains present ever changing routes that test skill and endurance beyond the norm.
A noted remark defines a great man as one who has been dead long enough for his enemies to be dead too, reflecting a grim posthumous test of influence.
The quote urges evaluating a book by the noble and courageous feelings it raises. If it lifts the reader and inspires virtue, assume it is good and crafted by a capable author.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.