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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1927

Page

6

Local couple ties the knot in Iowa ceremony

Miss Eather Gene Gibson wed William Kinsey Carr yesterday at the Gibson home 302 South Iowa avenue in a small ceremony conducted by Dr W W Bowers. After a brief wedding trip the couple will reside in Charles City Iowa. The bride, a former Washington high school graduate and State University of Iowa alumna, taught locally before joining Charles City High School as an instructor. The groom, a State University of Iowa law graduate, has practiced in Charles City for five years and is the son of Mr and Mrs William Carr of La Monte Missouri.

Eather Gene Gibson William Kinsey Carr W. A. Gibson South Iowa Avenue W. W. Bowers Methodist Church Washington High School State University of Iowa Charles City Carr State University Law School William Carr la Monte Missouri

Next Meeting Set for October 18 at Mrs Simons Home

The notice states the subsequent gathering will occur on October 18 at the residence of Mrs. Mary Simons, inviting attendees to attend the local program continuation.

Mary Simons

Bake sale and club meetings announced for Washington area

Baptist Ladies of the Washington church host a bake sale at Washington Cleaners next Saturday. Rebekah regular meeting set for Friday at 7 30 PM. The Y and I club meets at Mrs Henry Minick home Friday at 2 PM. W M S of M B church meets Friday at 2 39 PM at Mrs Walter Brown's home east of town. call Mrs Dowell for transit. In rain, meet at the church.

Baptist Ladies of the Washington Church Washington Cleaners M. B Church Walter Brown Dowell Bowers

Ladies Social of Presbyterian Church Meeting Notice

The Ladies Social of Presby terian church will meet Friday afternoon at 2 30 with Mrs Henry Shields 420 W Main St The H H club will meet at the home of Mrs W D Hesseltine Thursday afternoon Oct 6

Presbytterian Church Henry Shields W. Mainst H. H. Club W. D. Hesseltine

West Crester church auxiliary to meet Friday afternoon

The Susan Coffey Auxiliary of the M. E. church will hold its regular meeting at the church Friday afternoon with all friends invited. The Woman's Missionary Society of the First U. P. church will meet Friday at 2 30 with Mrs. D. H. McLaughlin and leader Mrs. W. A. Gibson.

Susan Coffey M. E. Church of West Crester Woman's Missionary Society of the First U. P. Church D. H. McLaughlin W. A. Gibson

Masonic Lodge and Church Events Announced in Local Notices

Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M hosts a talk and discussion with secured speakers for members and visiting veterans. Alma Holland Missionary society of the M E church advertises a rummage sale near Penney store on Oct 8 with donation contacts. Baptist choir holds Friday practice at 7:30 and D of A meets at 8 at K C hall.

Washington Lodge No Masonic Study Circle Committee Alma H. Holland Missionary Society M. E. Church Penney Jessie Klein Will Jones

Births Deaths and Miragesg Smith's Weekly note

A brief entry from Smith's Weekly in Sydney records social notes with births and deaths and a nod to ongoing mirages in the city. The column preserves local life events and curiosities for readers.

Smith Sydnes

At Beginning and End All Men Are Born Free Equal

A sardonic remark on human equality noting freedom exists briefly at birth and fades as society advances until death reclaims final equality. The quip contrasts ideal rights with the harsher realities of life and mortality.

Floss-Sand Deposits Near Ottawa Scotland Largest Known

Hliness leads the largest known floss-sand deposits in the world are located near Ottawa Ili.

Ottawa, Ili

Error May Have Strength Truth is a Good Dog

A reflection on error and truth where caution is urged about acting on mistaken beliefs. It warns that pursuing truth aggressively can backfire if coupled with arrogance or careless judgment.

Coleridge

Barbed Wire at Fox Theatre Based on Hall Caine Novel

English author Hall Caine dreamed the story in 1922 and wrote it in a single day. The film Barbed Wire adapts his tale of a girl’s hatred, sacrifice, and love during war with Pola Negri and Clive Brook. Brich Pommer and Rowland V. Lee produce and direct.

Hall Caine Brich Pommer Rowland V. Lee Lee Clive Brook Migs Negri Fox Theatre

For Sale Short Hogs and Young Jerseys in Iowa

Listing includes 15 head short shorts and five young Jerseys for refreshment, plus a Duroc male hog. Contact Adrian West Richmond Iowa 20013 and Eli Jackson 20012 for details.

Adrian West Richmond Iowa Eli Jackson

Stomach gas drives man from bed

A man reports severe gas forcing him from sleep, claiming Adlerika relieved the pressure on his heart after use. He credits Adlerika with removing waste matter and improving meals and sleep, urging readers to try the product. Leading druggists advertise Adlerika.

Adlerika R. F. Krueger

Third Year Thanks for Mother's Home Made Bread

Special orders for any occasion receive prompt attention. The note to patrons extends thanks and promises continued effort to make the third year enjoyable and profitable. Appreciation is given to Grocerymen for enabling increased sales and assures prompt courteous handling of special requests.

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