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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1926
Page
11
The fall festival features running events on Main Street east after bicycle races. Entrants should contact RE. W. Detrick at the Y. M. C. A. for placement. Prizes include lamps, pens, and merchandise from local stores, with grand prizes from several manufacturers for top point winners.
The decoration committee reports heavy use of Iowa corn for festival decor around the square. Cut corn tops the light poles on all four sides, pumpkins feature prominently, and four-sided special lighting will brighten the area. Store windows receive autumn displays to welcome visitors during the festival.
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