Veterans Meet at Wapello for Fourteenth Annual Reunion
The Civil War veterans of Washington Muscatine and Louisa Counties plan next year's reunion in Wapello. Officers elected: President W Saunders, Washington. Senior VP James Corbin, Muscatine. Junior VP J A Donaldson, Washington. Secretary Henry Murray, Wapello. Treasurer J F Hines, Wapello. Attendees included veterans, wives, widows, and W P C members at the Presbyterian church.
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Washington
Muscatine
Louisa
Wapello
W. ©. Saunders
James Corbin
J. A. Donaldson
Henry Murray
J. F. Hines
Wilson
Many See Father Musical Show at Graham
Afternoon rain kept some away from Bringing Up Father at Graham Theater but the house was full. Beatrice Harlowe as Magele led the laughs in a rough and tumble performance while the couple Jiggs and his strenuous wife drew steady audience response. The chorus and dances made a decent impression and the show was well staged overall.
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Graham
Magele
Beatrice Harlowe
Liquor Charge Dismissed Against Rex Moore and Brother
Rex Moore reports from Davenport that the liquor charge filed in federal court against him and his brother was dismissed without prosecution. The outcome ends the federal case with no further action anticipated.
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Rex Moore
Davenport
Veterans Reunion Draws Large Turnout With Rousing Speeches
Comrade John H. Butler of Omaha led a patriotic address offering duty and unity. James Corbin of Muscatine was absent and William Hoffman spoke, praising hardship as a forge for national strength. Marsh W. Batley traced the U S Constitution, urging veterans to guide youth while noting Civil War amendments. Rain shortened the close, but attendees praised the event and thanked organizers and hostesses.
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John H. Butler
Omaha
Nebi
James Corbin
Muscatine
William Hoffman
Hoffman
Jesse Miller
Marsh W. Batley
United States
Washington county September term adjourned
The September term of the Washington county district court closed at noon with Judge Charles A. Dewey presiding. A motion for a new trial was filed in Plecker versus Knottnerus, a libel case that yielded $5 000 damages, to be ruled on later. The November term will open on November 10 with Judge Dan Hamilton.
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Washington County
Charles A. Dewey
Sigourney
E. D. Morrison
Plecker
Knottnerus
District Court
Dan Hamilton
Grinnell
Campaign Manager to Issue Facts Statement
The Evening Journal salesmanship campaign manager will publish a statement of facts on Monday detailing prevailing conditions. Based on facts only, the document aims to interest all readers regardless of their location.
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Evening Journal
Campaing
Harvest Moon and Hunting Moon Definitions
The full moon nearest September 21 is called the harvest moon as it rises on consecutive evenings. The hunting moon is the first full moon after the harvest moon, a phenomenon more noticeable in higher latitudes and fading near the equator.
Green Heron Common Across United States and Canada
The green heron also called the fily up the creek is about one and one half feet long and is common in the United States and Canada. It feeds mainly on fish frogs and other aquatic animals and is often seen in shallow water during morning and evening waiting patiently for prey to approach.
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United States
Canada
Arboreal Desert Report in the Gila River Region
A survey of the Gila river region describes the driest Arizona area as an arboreal desert. Clyde B. P. Ross, an interior department engineer, notes underground water sustains abundant flora despite the extreme heat and scant rainfall.
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United States
Arizona
Gila River
Clyde BP
Ross
Interior Department
Generous Anonymous Donor Gives Vast Organ to National Cathedral
A New England woman hid her identity to donate the largest organ ever built to the National Cathedral in Washington. Her unnamed gift funds and stimulates the grand instrument installation.
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America
National Cathedral
Washington
New England
Reverend H H Brownell Dead in Cedar Rapids
Washington friends report the death of Rev H H Brownell of Cedar Rapids after a weeks long illness. Funeral services are set for Monday at ten o clock in Cedar Rapids with likely attendance by local church members formerly served by Brownell as pastor of the United Presbyterian church at Keota and later as supply pastor for nearby congregations. He held many friends in the community.
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Washington
H. H. Brownell
Cedar Rapids
Robbery at Fred L. Stewart Hardware Store
Burglars broke into the Fred L. Stewart hardware store on North Iowa Avenue and escaped with thirty five nickels worth $1.76 and a box of rifle cartridges. Five cent pieces were favored while other coins and the safe were left largely untouched. entry was gained through broken glass. No suspects identified.
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Fred L. Stewart
Iowa Avenue
Fragmented 1924 NEA Service items mix crime humor and fashion
A collage of short quirky items from 1924 cover crime losses in New York stores, quirky records by a London match tester, European scientists dating back sixty million years, fashion notes on belts for young sheiks, and social musings on politeness and kissing.
Cattle Tuberculosis Tests In Washington County
Federal inspector Dr. O E Strodtman and County Agent H V Ellis tested cattle herds in Washington county uncovering 21 reacted animals. Sixteen were in one herd. Infected animals will be shipped for slaughter. A three month old calf also tested positive, born from another herd to be tested later. Tests continue next week. County farm bureau board plans a late month membership drive.
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H. V. Ellis
Washington County
County Farm Bureau
Velvet gown described with simple square neckline design
The garment uses a plain velvet fabric with a simple square neckline outlined by a satin band. One end hangs free with a tassel, satin cuffs, and a deep fringe finishes the hem.
Forecast Limits Described By Weather Bureau
The weather bureau notes forecasts beyond a week are highly uncertain and not attempted by national meteorological services. It cites limited reliability for long range predictions and emphasizes reliance on scientific principles for short term outlooks.
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Weather Bureau
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Wellman Phone
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