Washington County Newsmen Chronicle War Era Actions and Tragedy
A sweeping 1917 report notes County Council of Defense activity against pro German sentiment, local patriotism events, and soldiers heading to camps. It includes Edna Potter’s fatal car crash in Wellman, preparations for soldiers and Red Cross aid, Labor Day events canceled by rain, school and church activities, and local people serving in the 850th infantry bound for deployment.
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Edna Potter
Schroeder
Wellman
Washington County
Washington County Council of Defense
D. A. Palmer
H. M. Richer
J. A. Youns
George Sojka
Jackson
J. N. Arnold
Kalona
George Grecian
Haskins
A. BE. Kepford
American Red Cross
Washington
Grasem Theatre
Lowa
Methodist Episcopal Church
M. BE
Chicago
Bill” Thompson
Kankakee
Emil J. Hesselschwerdt
National Army
Des Moines
Muscatine
Washington Ad Club
I. Rothschild
Whitmer
Frank R. Sage
J. Caner
Clinton
Davenport Baptist Asso
Mason City fair and state events headline Iowa page
Large crowds attended events at the Iowa state fair and Mason City airport dedication with Lindbergh observed by about 20 000. Army planes and Sousa music drew 31 000 while a three plane formation earned applause.
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Sousa
Mason City
Lindbergh
Sioux City
Des Moines
Labor groups plan largest Ashor Day celebration in Iowa City
Labor organizations in Iowa City finalize plans for a citywide Ashor Day festival. Every business group participates, signaling broad civic support and a major community event in the city.
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Iowa City
Iowa News Roundup: bonds vote per county and court actions
The report notes sufficient signatures to guarantee a bond election in Van Buren County and outlines a district court case in Mason City where Minnesota Loan and Trust Co seeks a receiver for bondholders amid foreclosures on Mason City Hotel Co. and Hotel Hanford. It mentions Dr Thomas Harrison’s remarks on Sinevia, a large Bremer county fair opening, Elliott Construction winning a dairy building contract at Ames College, and Senator Brookhart’s Washington visit to push a broad economic program.
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van Buren
Iowa
Mason City
Minnesota Loan and Trust Co
Minneapolis
Mason City Hotel Co
Hotel Hanford
Hanford
Former Governor Warren T. McCray Released on Parole
Warren T. McCray, former governor, was released on parole this week after serving over three years of a ten year sentence at the Atlanta federal penitentiary for using the mails to further a fraud scheme. He avoided public political remarks and expressed only happiness at gaining freedom.
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Warren T. McCray
Federal Penitentiary
Atlanta, Ga
California Author Harry L Wilson Sued for Divorce
Helen Wilson files for divorce from author Harry L Wilson citing desertion and failure to provide support. Court action seeks a decree of divorce in California based on the couple’s separation and grounds presented.
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Harry Leon Wilson
California
Global News Roundup Mixes Flight Feats and Political Shifts
A sweep of 1920s era items notes William Brock and Edward Schlee landing in London after 23 hours of flight, 119 sailors lost to a Japanese fleet collision, and Sacco and Vanzetti demonstrations in London and Moscow. Mentions Michigan politics, a Countess dying in New York, protests over Chinese tariff autonomy, German farming cooperatives, and a theater closure in Chicago. Includes Lord Robert Cecil’s resignation, missionary killings in China, and World War era policy debates.
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William Brock
Edward Schlee
Detroit
Croydon Field
London
One Week in Washington County News Review
A long county update notes train crews returning from Fort Riley camp with horses secured there. Local seniors and underclassmen registered for school as teachers prepare for the coming term. Rev J Reade McCrory moves to Cambridge Ohio to pastor a church. News covers trips by Win Smouse to Gettysburg Harrisburg and Philadelphia plus a state fair pig and baby beef show. Rotary chapters in Wayland and Ainsworth strengthen town ties. County deaths include George Vanerus Ben Micola and H A Mallory with several marriages and a busy fall festival plan.
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George Vanerus
Brighton
Ben Micola
Washington
Los Angeles
William Walter Archard
Near Wayland
Winfield Clothing Co
H. A. Mallory
Wayland
Charles Lonck
Kalona
Sharon Hill Cemetery
Paramount Week Lights New Graham Theatre Schedule
The New Graham Theatre hosts a six day Paramount Week starting Monday with Eddie Cantor in Special Delivery and Thomas Meighan in Blind Alleys. The Mysterious Rider stars Jack Holt Friday and Saturday, and Fox features Back to God's Country with Renee Adoree. President Coolidge remains in the Black Hills shaping views on McNary Haugen and other major issues.
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NEW Graham Theatre
Paramount
Paramount Corporation
Washington
Graham
Eddie Cantor
Eddie
Cantor
Paramount Picture
Thomas Melehan
Mixwe
New York
Zane Grey
Jack Holt
Jobyna Ralston
Harold Lloyd
Thomas Meighan
Coolidge
Black Hills
Painting the Town at Fox with Glenn Tryon and Patsy Ruth
Glenn Tryon rises to stardom in Painting the Town which plays at the Fox next Monday and Tuesday with Patsy Ruth. The plot follows a clever young inventor who travels to the city and learns new things. Also showing The Bird of Paradise with Billy Dove and Lloyd Hughes in An Affair of the Follies.
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The
Fox
James Oliver Curwond
Renee Adoree
Walter Long
Back To God's Country
Northwest
Patsy Ruth
Glenn Tyr
Billy Dove
Lloyd Hughes
Jas
Curwood
God's Country
Glenn Tryon
Fox Theatre
Alex
Vox
Overpopulation Warning Stirs Public Alarm
Scientists warned that population growth would soon outpace food supply, sparking concern about enough meals for everyone as demand rises with more mouths to feed.
Chang Tsolin Faces Pivotal Decision for Manchuria Fate
General Chang Tsolin, a Manchurian warlord, will soon decide a crucial course affecting Manchuria and Mongolia. Japan fears he may delay or respond inadequately, leaving force as the only option to enforce treaty rights.
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Chang Tsolin
Manchuria
Mongolia
Chang
Japan
County Attorney Duties Highlighted In Officer Series
An article detailing the duties and responsibilities of the county attorney as part of the county officers series will appear on page 4, offering readers insight into this official role and its functions.
Washington Senators stumble in 4-0 loss to White Sox
In a busy sports roundup, the Washington Senators drop their 12th straight as the Chicago White Sox win 4-0. Other items note Estelle watching boxing, Dempsey training, golf leader Bob Jones after a long round, and amateur aquatic and Olympic hopes.
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Washington Senators
White Sox
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Marshall
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BE. C. Bicher
Dutch Creek
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J. &. Kunath
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Milburn McKay
Altho
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Ber Than
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Floyd Ellis
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Willard Gingerich
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