11 Sep 1926
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1926
Page
1
Col. W. Brookhart arrived home from Clermont where a severe illness forced him to end a speaking tour. His condition was somewhat improved today and he spent a comfortable night. He may cancel engagements only if his health worsens but hopes to fill all dates after next week.
The bureau of plant industry states that cotton seed meal with oil extracted is more valuable as a fertilizer than ground meal from which the oil has not been removed.
A reflection on firmness of purpose and adherence to one’s own wind and judgment. The speaker commends quick perception of what must be done and the resolve to carry it out in any circumstance.
An expert in old method Chinese bead reckoners notes that many Russian businessmen still rely on these devices and rival experts with adding machines in speed and ostentation.
The line asserts that remote and difficult successes are overrated while true good is within reach though easily missed. It reflects on human nature and the tendency to overvalue arduous aims over attainable self betterment.
A Fort Wayne News-Sentinel remark contends that a man who admits preferring paw paws to artichokes is quickly ranked among the pie belows, reflecting local humor about taste and social judgment.
Richmond roundup reports on a big upcoming K of C picnic and Forty Hours at the Catholic church. Local families note visits, illnesses, school openings, births, and ongoing threshing while Des Moines and Dubuque connections appear in passing.
A fragmentary item quotes Benjamin Frantkiin noting a proverb about restraint and consequences. The piece hints at caution in actions and outcomes without providing fuller context or details.
About 150 people from Washington and surrounding areas gathered at Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Carris home west of town to meet Benjamin F. Stowe of Marshalltown, a Civil War drummer. He entertained with old drum numbers and a long roll, wore a blue uniform, and showed a drum bought in Keokuk sixty four years ago. The event drew many local admirers.
Telegrams report Mr and Mrs Ray Mangold drowned in a southern California lake last Monday remain unfound. J S Mangold and L A Jones arrived in Los Angeles and planned to join the search for the bodies of the Washington couple.
Mrs. Gleede Dold Correspondent reports from Coppo ck Sept 10. Edith Edwards helps with housework while Zilpha Hesser and Ralph Hess visit from Winfield. Miss Eulalia Starchant Penson teaches at the new school with Jack Hamilton painting the building. River floods threaten crops as river banks overflow.
The program features a mix of marches and ballet music led by director Glenn Wavers. Selections include A. Bucleone Overture, L. Barnhouse March, Panorama, Faust ballet music, I Miss My Swiss, Bac Intermezzo, Indian Trail DeLamater Waltz, Always by Irving Berlin, Six Mexican Dances, Ballet Egyptian and more.
Brighton notes new school term with high school enrollment at $3, nineteen less than last year and grade building total of 150. Local residents visit kin in Aberdeen and Cheyenne. Mrs. Rah a Shrever returns from hospital. Death of Fred Farber reported from Mt. Pleasant hospital.
Quote reflects on how people hurry to defend religion they barely believe in and follow religious precepts with little regard, criticizing zeal without depth. The text ponders excessive rushing in faith and hollow adherence.
James Martin pleaded guilty to assault and battery yesterday in Justice J W Patton's court and was fined 15 dollars plus costs. Complainant was David Schantz. Fred Anderson of Richmond was sentenced to thirty days in jail for drunkenness.
Firefighters yesterday contained a straw pile blaze at a home on ea lawa avenue before it spread to a nearby chicken house. Fire crews controlled the flames and prevented further damage.
Miller, wounded by a knife on Wednesday, is in satisfactory condition at the county hospital. No alarming symptoms have developed, according to reports.
Fifty dollars is offered for the arrest and conviction of any person guilty of stealing chickens in Washington county. The reward is doubled from before and is provided by the Washington county protective association with sponsorship from the county farm bureau. The group seeks more members and cooperation with county police to curb poultry thefts and place offenders in the state reformatory. A thief was arrested by the sheriff in Lime Creek township and is in the state prison at Anamosa.
Fashion shifts drive demand changes as Tobble skirts appear in WG causing Lyons silk exports to fall by about 5.5 million francs. The trend stems from women needing less material for gowns, illustrating how changing styles impact global trade.
The Alfaroba, a renowned citadel and palace above Granada, Spain, traces its origin to Moorish kings in the thirteenth century. The fortress sits on a hill about 2,480 feet in length and 674 feet in width.
Napoleon signed a 1810 decree ordering first abattoirs near Paris. They were not put into operation until eight years later in 1818, reflecting delays in implementing imperial plans.
The brain of man is usually heavier than that of woman though at birth and age fourteen females have heavier brains. Adults average about 48 ounces for males and 43 ounces for females, but brain weight has no direct link to intelligence.
Prairie Center reports Howard Wolfe ill with intestinal flu and nearing transfer to Monmouth for sophomore year. Isabelle Wolfe works at Lake Geneva and will start second year at Parsons. Local youths Leeper Warren Bertha Klopfenstein and Zieglowsky corn details and bushels. Homecoming at Hard scrabble draws 150 with a schoolhouse picnic and a history program. 1925 officers elected: President A W Bowen, Vice President Matti Wehr, Secretary Mrs J M Pulver.
Andy Farrier and Larel Guy attended the state fair last week. Ernest Stout and family returned to Wisconsin after visiting the Orval Farrier home. The Indian Creek school opens Monday with Miss Madge Keegan of Brighton as teacher. Joe Rich Marion Farrier families visited relatives over the weekend. Inez Farrier assists at the George Wanerus home in Brighton. Will Dunbar family and Ernest Arnold visited Fairfield.
Green Vale enjoys several days of fine weather after a month of rain.Road crews are active around town. Ellis Walton and wife return from Chicago after visiting relatives. School opens with Bernice Cassady of Brighton as teacher. Attendees from area include Esther Woodford and others. A square dance was held at Green Valley Park with another planned for Sept 20. Myrtle Gherepie of Burlington is visiting her mother and canning peaches.
School began Tuesday with Miss Geneva Striegel of Harper as teacher. Mr and Mrs J W Guy of Washington visited with their daughter Mrs John Robertson on Tuesday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Charles Iams and Mr and Mrs E F Cerney and son Charles arrived Tuesday night from St Paul Nebraska to spend a couple of weeks visiting with J M Pul-
Mrs Arthur Conrad reports local residents making routine calls and travel. Olive Conrad will enter high school in Washington while Tony Kauffman and family visit Wayland and Washington. Otto Stalder stayed with sister and family. Helen Libe and Mrs H Lauderman are seen visiting. Fred Underwood visits his brother Henry Underwood.
Mrs Thomas Gerdes reports that Mr and Mrs Murray Smylie and daughter Helen visited in Ainsworth Sunday. School opened Monday with Clarice Wenzel teaching Spread Eagle and Catherine Caldwell teaching Glendale. A culling demonstration at the Thomas Gerdes farm is planned for Wednesday September 16 at 9 30 AM with Rhode Island Reds discussed. Old hens culled and a breeding stock pen selected. Joan OBrien shelled and delivered corn to Everett Stewart Friday morning as Eli Jackson resumed threshing Friday afternoon after weather delays.
Relatives attended the funeral of Mrs. Rollo Eckerman in Keota Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hanley attended the funeral of Mrs. Celesta Hanley in Washington. Miss Mary Slattery visited Mrs. Maggie Longwell. Ralph Bull’s were in Iowa City. Edna Rowe has been ill with the summer flu. Ralph Ruby of South English began work for Mr. Yoder this week. Trucks from Cone are deliveringMetons through here.
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