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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1941

Page

5

Backstage in Iowa Politics by a Guest Columnist

Des Moines Sept 15 guest columnist John D Zug secretary to Gov George A Wilson writes about the governor’s accessibility open door policy and relations with other governors. He notes Wilson greets ordinary people, handles donations, receives gifts, and maintains flags and symbols in the governor’s office.

John D. Zug Des Moines George A. Wilson Frank T. Nye Jin Wilson Iowa Union George Wilson Oklahoma Idaho Capitol House Senate

Inside the Governor’s Mansion A Glimpse of Life

The article paints a portrait of the governor and family in the mansion. It notes the old hand carved woodwork from pioneer cherry groves, venetian blinds, and a large 1900s desk. The governor’s wife and children are described, along with his 86 year old mother. It also describes 24 hour duties, constant speeches, heavy mail, and continuous conferences.

Wilson Jim Geo John Mary Wilson

Ladies Embroidery Club Meets At L Fleming Harre

The Wellman Ladies Embroidery Club gathered at Mrs L E Fleming’s home with 12 members and one guest Mrs Earl Griggs. A two course luncheon was served, needlework followed, and a family picnic was voted in place of the next meeting.

Ladies Embroidery Club L. Fleming Harre Wellman L. E. Fleming Earl Griggs West Chester Fleming Griggs Ross Levert Rebekah Lodge Wellman Rebekah Lodge Guy Moothart Rebekah Juvenile Society Royal Neighbors Clifford Curl Bert Steninger Ralph Bull

Wellman Community Club Hosts Guest Night at Yobble Inn

About 100 attendees gathered for guest night at the Wellman Community Club on Thursday evening at 6 30. A two course turkey dinner was served by Methodist church volunteers and Congressman Thomas Martin spoke. At 8 00 p.m. attendees listened to President Roosevelt's radio address.

Marjorie Bull Community Club Wellman Community Club Yobble Inn The Methodist Church Thomas Martin Roosevelt Pythian Sisters Wellman Temple 101

Broadloom Carpeting Widths and Weave Options

Broadloom refers to the carpet width rather than weave style. It comes in 9 12 15 and 18 foot sizes and can be found in plain or figured weaves.

Axminster Wilton

Cog Railway Uses Diesel Electric Locomotive on Pike's Peak

The cog railway now runs a diesel electric locomotive to ascend Pike's Peak, replacing former steam engines used previously on the line.

Cog Pike’s Peak

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