Washington to face Burlington in pivotal football battle
Washington high meets Burlington in tomorrow's game aiming to rebound from last Saturday's loss to Davenport. Burlington, fresh off a 51 to 0 win over Monmouth, fields a heavy line and a strong backfield led by Ridout and Lawson. Washington may start McConnell at half and could use substitutes up front. the junior varsity also travels to Brighton for a 3 PM kickoff, with Saur of Fairfield as referee.
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Washington High School
Davenport
Burlington
Washington
Monmouth High
Washington Eleven
Ridout
Lawson
McKinstry
McConnell
Dempsey
Lloyd Edgar
Brighton
Gravel road proves sturdy in Washington county
Riverside leader notes the gravel road between Washington and Kalona withsts traveled success after recent hard rains. The road remained in good condition, surprising many who feared damage. The writer hopes such roads become the rule in Washington county.
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Riverside
Washington
Kalona
Henry Parkinson Celebrates 83rd Birthday Today
Henry Parkinson, a longtime community figure, marks his 83rd birthday today with best wishes from many friends in Washington. The note highlights his standing as a respected local resident and his ties to the area.
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Henry Parkinson
Washington
Moorhead visit and bank cashier Jones to leave Crawfordsville
Crawfordsville residents note J P Jones, longtime cashier of the People's Savings Bank for eleven years, plans to leave for Floyd County. Also reported: U P C U of the United Presbyterian church hosted a Halloween social at the church with about 25 attendees and costumes. Dr Robert Moore of Silver City Iowa visits relatives, and Lee Shaffer visited Washington yesterday afternoon.
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Crawfordsville
J. A. Moorhead
Mt. Pleasant
Frank McCoy
J. P. Jones
People’s Savings Bank
Floyd County
Jones
United Presbyterian Church
Robert Moore
Silver City
Iowa
Lee Shaffer
Washington
Albia Station Hold-Up Linked to Local Gang
Police and railroad officials tie Albia Burlington passenger station robbery last night to a city gang seen in a similar incident here. Robbers escaped with $186.
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Rock Island Railway
Burlington
Albia
Most Virtue Is Fear
A clipped quotation notes virtue as fear driven and questions why strict behavior appears in good men. The line, attributed to Ed Howe's Monthly, asserts that conduct alone suffices without explaining motive.
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Ed Howe
Cause and Effect in Doctors Car Needs New Casings
A humorous or clipped line from The Duluth Herald warns that delaying tonsil removal is risky because the surgeon’s car needs new casings. The item seems a lighthearted aside rather than a medical report.
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The
Duluth Herald
Good and Bad Jod Topkins on singing styles
Jod Topkins says good singers need coaxing to start while bad singers must be threatened to stop. His remarks frame talent and discipline in vocal performance.
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Jod Topkins
Happy Home Proverb Reflects Value of Joyful Living
A quaint saying contrasts a cozy thatched cottage with a grand palace, suggesting happiness and contentment come from home and cheer rather than luxury and sorrow in distant grandeur.
New Officers Installed for KC Council in Washington
Dr. J. A. Marie becomes grand knight of the Washington council Knights of Columbus succeeding George Wheelan who retires after a year of service. Abe Swift is deputy grand knight Frank Wheelan chancellor and others named with District Deputy John G. Wolters of Davenport assisting. The new year opens with strong prospects and a Halloween social is planned at the KC hall for members and families.
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J. A. Marie
Washington Council
Knights of Columbus
George Wheelan
Abe Swift
Frank Wheelan
J. Boyd
J. E Wolf
Clare Neiswanger
James Butterfield
Charles Brewer
J. J. McKeone
J. M. Kelly
John G. Wolters
Davenport
Mr. Kelly
Knights of Columbus Hall
Sears Art Lecture Date Set for Tomorrow
SB Graham announces an art lecture course tomorrow, with Sears checked off as the participant.
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Sears
SB Graham Theatre
Officer’s Lecture On Rifle Care Draws Strong Reactions
A police officer讲讲枪支维护时称应像对待妻子般对 rifle 进行日常清洁与照料。其 concluding remark urged loving care with an allied rag.
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Arma
Antiquity of the cucumber traced to the Far East
The cucumber, one of the oldest garden vegetables, is believed to have originated in the Far East, likely India, about three thousand years ago.
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Far East
India
Treasure Trove Found by Beach Dwelling Boys
A pair of young boys born in a small interior town discover a trove along the sea shore. They locate the stash in an alley behind downtown stores, sparking local curiosity.
Journal Want-Ads Promises Wide Range of Sellable Items
The Journal Want-Ads advertises the sale of nearly any article readers wish to dispose of, inviting listings for various used goods and personal items.
Attend W R C Meet Seventeen District Iowa Convention
Twenty Washington members of the Women's Relief Corps attended the seventeenth district convention in Mt. Pleasant yesterday. Delegates from the area included Mrs. Frank Gobble Mrs. George H. Brinton Mrs. A W McCall and sixteen other named members.
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Washington
Women’s Relief Corps
Iowa
Mt. Pleasant
Frank Gobble
George H. Brinton
A. W. McCall
Joe Maxwell
John Bryson
Oscar Lane
KR. H. McCarty
William Shannon
W. J. Taylor
William Coffman
Brighton
Ernest Garrett
George Heiderman
FE. V. Simons
M. Hollinger
Asa Jones
Rena Page
Oscar Jugenheimer
Bert Pierce
Bertha Pratt
George Schneider
Old Beliefs On Death and Gland Tumors
An old belief claims a dead man’s hand could dispel gland tumors by stroking the affected parts nine times, and that the hand of a man hanged was even more efficacious.
Champion Bigamist in the French Cameroons
Sul tan Njova of the Ba moun kingdom reportedly maintains a harem of 850 wives with a diverse range of skin tones from light chocolate to ebony.
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French Cameroons
Sultan Njova
Kingdom of
Bamoun
Castor Oil Waltz Found in Pisa Manuscripts
A hitherto unknown waltz by Scossini titled Castor Oli was discovered among manuscripts at the Liceo in Pisa. The finding adds a new work to the composer’s catalog and raises interest in the collection.
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Scossini
Liceo
Pisa
Castor Oli
Thumb Size Believed To Signal Female Intelligence
A French writer claims women with large thumbs are likelier to possess native intelligence while those with small thumbs indicate feeling. The piece notes the theory attributes mental traits to physical hand measurements.
Slump in Trade Deflated by Public Tastes, Humorist Says
A London humorist laments a trade slump caused by the public’s misreading of wants. He argues providers must adjust offerings to suit drinkers who fail to recognize what is offered.
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London
Small-Note Quip on Women’s Dress Rights
James J. Montague asserts that women may dress as they please while noting that some lack the nerve to do so. The remark frames a stance on personal attire and courage in public style.
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James J. Montague
Telegraph Wires in Uganda Under Civilian Sabotage
Telegraphs in Uganda prove unreliable as locals cover and cut copper wire for bracelets and necklaces, disrupting communication networks and signaling frequent damage to infrastructure.
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Uganda
Color Harmony in a Green Garden Exchange
Dialogue captures a playful garden scene with He-Miss Dolly praising love in a blooming setting while She-You compliments Mr. Bloom on harmonizing with the surroundings in this quaint exchange.
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Miss Dolly
Mr. Bloom
Not by Any Means in Great Bend Tribune
A cryptic line from the Great Bend Tribune remarks on a figure in the spotlight versus a popular motorist, signaling a lighthearted or editorial clash over public attention and notoriety.
Acrobat Shoes for Healthy Growth and Hard Wear
The ad urges letting children play and choosing Acrobat Shoes. It claims shoes support healthy growth, endure rough wear, stay soft and comfortable, and suit children who are active and prone to scuffing.
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Willie
Separatists Maintain Control in Key German Cities
The Rhineland republicholders retain grip on Aix la Chapelle Wiesbaden Bonn Mayenne Duisburg Duren and Crefeld with Coblenz under close watch after late night entry. French and Belgian troops intervene to quell sporadic fighting as a sharp daytime reaction looms.
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Associated Press
Coblenz
Germany
Rhineland
Aix-La- Chapelle
Wiesbaden
Bonn
Mayenne
Duisberge
Duren
Crefeld
Local notices and ads from McAvoy's and Venice theater
Visit ors from Winfield Crawfordsville and Trenton drop by local homes. Dankwardt's promotes meat and Kohrs Crown bacon while Venice offers Saturday peanut brittle sale at 26c per lb and 2 lb for 45c. Lecture course tickets remain available with seat checks tomorrow at Graham theatre.
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Venice
Dankwardt Palace Market
For Sale Spotted Poland China Boars and Sows
Farm notice seeks buyers for Poland China boars weighing 150 to 270 pounds at farmer's price. Grand champion at three state fairs, nearly 1000 pounds, with good bones back and feet. Color 50 50. Also sows with litters and gifts. Mile east of Washington square. Phone 357 Blue. 17tf eod.
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Poland
Washington Square
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K. C. Council
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Winfield
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Graham Theatre
W. G. Luke
Trenton
William Shrader
McAvoy's
Journal
John E. Keating
Evening Journal
W. J
John Jackson
Clover Hay
Phillip Crail
Ward
Washington County
Ainsworth
L. E. Larson
James Palmer
Ross Crawford
Chas
S. Thomas
COLE
McElhinney Furniture Co
Cogens
Hampshire
C. A. Ruebsam
I. L. Colthurst
McCray
Dayton
Journal Office
China
O. L. Dayton
Frank McAvoy
West Chester
J. J. Anwy
Klein Klothing Ko
Dodge Car
Call
Bevins Motor Co
R. E. Brown
Ralph Zeck
Walter KE. Smith
Theo
Kiesey
Chester
Republic
Martin White
O. L. Blake
Wildes
Boyd Berdo
ACORN
John Wheelan
Kitt
Inquire Journal
White Way
Chris Horning
Is Osteopathy
A. W. Clow
M. Bank Building
Smouse
W. J. Kiefer
Shipman-Ward
James Ralston
Keota
Rem Eave
Rubio
Ane
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