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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1928
Page
5
A West Chester reader laments high living costs and wage gaps in Iowa and the nation. He contrasts corn yields and farm prices with rising consumer expenses, autos, gasoline, schooling, and entertainment, urging reflection on progress and government.
A Battle Creek physician cites constipation as a major misery and endorses Rexall Orderlies. The tablet draws water into the colon to soften waste for a gentle natural movement. Chew a Rexall Orderlie at night for 24 for 25c at the nearest Rexall Drug Store.
Local notes from Haskins Iowa recount farm prices with potatoes at 60 cents a bushel and 180 dollars per acre projected, along with a string of visits, relatives, and travel. Reports include births, hospital history, land sales at 100 dollars per acre, and relatives visiting in nearby towns.
Pleasant Hill events include a reception at the W R Gamon home for a newlywed couple William and bride, a teharivari gathering, and various Sunday visits by Rev Caldwell and families. The Ladies Aid meets at the church, and the S. & class plans an ice cream social at Roy Kephart home with cake supplied.
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