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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1926
Page
4
Friday October 1924 theme reflects a devotional on giving to God. The author cites 2 Samuel 24 24 urging sincere offerings and refusing to give what costs nothing to the giver. It emphasizes personal sacrifice over cheap gifts.
Washington's candidate Alex Miller advocates a unified state roads system for Iowa connecting county seats and enabling transcontinental links. He argues road improvements can be funded by automobile and gas taxes plus federal aid, urging swift action to avoid further losses from mud and vehicle wear.
Mrs. Griffith Mrs. Millson and Miss Mary Manners presided as Care-Away Circle ladies met at Mrs. Alice Davidson’s home to discuss What the Alien has brought to us in science. A luncheon followed. Read on Clyde H Robbins died September 27 at Larimer hospital from peritonitis after an appendicitis operation. Surviving wife Gertrude daughter Margaret and extended Robbins family are listed. Robbins born February 28 1885 in Iowa married 191? to Gertrude Foster. The couple lived in Iowa Montana and Colorado before moving to Ft Collins. He belonged to the Modern Woodmen.
The church lists a Sabbath school at 10 o clock and an eleven o clock Communion service conducted by Rev. W C Porter, the pastor, in connection with the worship schedule.
The notice lists Sunday school at 10, morning service at 11, Junior League at 6 30, Epworth League at 6 30 and union services at 7 30 with everyone invited. Rev. W G G Barr is pastor.
A church notice invites attendance for Sunday School at 10 A M and Rally Day Program at 11 A M with a 6 30 P M Co E meeting led by Myrtle Orris. Pastor Rev E W Griffith extends a hearty welcome to all.
A collection of gold tradesman cards drawn by William Hogarth, the famed British artist and caricaturist, shows his early work as an advertisement writer before newspapers rose in popularity. The cards bear shopkeeper names and descriptions of their trades with imagery.
The Arkansas Gazette observes rapid progress in motoring as popularity climbs. The report highlights new advances and public interest in motor travel, suggesting broader adoption and related developments.
From Eddyville Iowa Tribune residents report about 35 widows gathered in the park for a picnic, planning to make it an annual affair. The event drew praise for camaraderie and humor as attendees shared widowhood tales, with a light note on inviting local bachelors next year.
A speaker comments that farmers with newspaper mentions are praised while the Hall Mills murder case stirs controversy. The remark suggests media interest may be biased toward sensational cases and questions the motive behind coverage.
The District Court of Washington County Iowa receives a petition by Herman A. Koenig plaintiff alleging ownership of described real estate and seeking a quiet title decree against multiple named defendants and unknown claimants. Defendants must answer by noon November 5 1926 else default and judgment will be entered.
The candidate declares runs for Washington County supervisor on the Democratic ticket for a term starting January 1, 1927. He seeks voter support at the November 2, 1926 election.
The Levant once described the Near East including Greece, Turkey and Asia Minor. English traders formed companies to operate in the Levant as early as 1581.
The concrete foundations of the temple of Julius in the Roman forum remain intact beneath collapsed walls, indicating remarkable durability despite centuries of ruin. The surviving base layers suggest original construction quality outlived surrounding structures.
A compact note presents usage guidance from a historic section on words misused prounced or spelled. It highlights instrumental ity as the condition of being helpful and suggests practicing one word daily to grow vocabulary.
A testimonial promotes Kellogg's All Bran as a cure for long standing constipation. Thomas A. Hanury Jr credits three weeks of use with ending 25 years of distress. Ad claims guaranteed relief or money back and suggests two tablespoons daily. Kellogg's All Bran is produced in Battle Creek Michigan and sold widely.
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