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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1919
Page
7
The Washington County social column lists comings and goings of local residents, including personal notices, births, marriages, and deaths. Readers learn about new arrivals, visitors, and community milestones reflected in locally sourced social updates.
C D Cochran sold a 310 acre farm four miles northeast to Mr Young of Des Moines for 250 per acre. A J Sanders sold 166 acre farm near Lexington and his town residence to John Klockentexer. H G Moore 25 acre timber tract near Daytonville sold to Andrew Fash for 196 per acre. Multiple residents attended fairs, visits, and exams. news includes Mayo Bros consultation for Charles Carter and Henry Foster’s liver abscess operation with improving condition.
West Chester reports the American Girls' Trip lecture Monday September 22. Funeral held for Jefferson Dayton with burial in Lexington cemetery. Old settlers reflected on changing times and fading names. Residents shopped in Washington and Miss McLaughlin promoted Redpath Vanters chautauqua. Girls basketball planned in the implement department amid worsening roads lingering after summer repairs.
An old time remedy named Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound is praised as restoring natural hair color, covering gray with a simple application. The ad notes the product darkens hair evenly, makes it look thicker and younger, and implies it requires little effort or cost.
On Sept. 11 1919 Washington County hosted a large welcome for World War I veterans and their families. A countywide banquet and gold star medals honored those who sacrificed, with committees and volunteers delivering a memorable Hay Day style celebration. The day featured fine weather and a strong sense of community pride.
Eugene V. Debs, jailed for obstructing the selective service and sedition, is rapidly failing in the Atlanta penitentiary hospital. Prison reform leader Dr Earl Dudding says Debs will likely not live to serve his term and urges clemency from President Wilson. Debs told Dudding life in prison is killing him and that he has been punished enough.
A short aphorism suggests that wisdom finds contentment in quiet reflection. The line frames solitude as a source of personal pleasure and insight.
Governor W. L. Harding says the southeastern school tour educates him while surveying the system’s scope, worth about fifty million dollars, with $13 million annual maintenance. He notes rural boards’ disconnect from state supervision and emphasizes vocational training as integral to youth development. Roads after rains hinder visits to smaller towns.
G Hackley of Oskaloosa was denied admission to the Cedar Falls Teachers College after physicians warned that continuing studies could endanger his life. A former colored pioneer infantry veteran, he had enrolled for the fall term but his health, damaged by German gas exposure, forced him to leave.
Ad promotes Zemo antiseptic liquid from E. W. Rose Co of Cleveland Ohio. Priced 35 cents small bottle and one dollar large, it is said to remove eczema quickly stop itching heal skin troubles sores burns wounds and chafing while penetrating cleansing and soothing the skin.
The Wayland News reports extensive efforts to locate John K. Conrad, with rumors of sightings proving false and friends growing more puzzled as the search continues. Riverside and Brighton prepare for a Home Coming game around October 1, with Riverside hopeful to reverse a 21 to 5 loss, citing star pitcher Ziegler’s reserve status.
A Lake Geneva conference reports 3000 of 10000 pulpits vacant and suggests using phonographic records of approved sermons until pastors are found. Other items note street oiling rumors in Crawfordsville, preacher shakes in Methodism, and Wellman High School enrollment near double neighbors.
Last Saturday the Farmers' Union picnic drew a large crowd of farmers. The weather was fine and the busy program kept attendees entertained throughout the day.
O FE Wilson state president spoke at the Farmers' Union event with notable speeches by the state organizer. Riverside defeated Wyman 7 to 3 in a key ball game, the Richmond band performed well, plus a wrestling match and an enjoyable evening dance. Kalona News reports a strong day in Richmond and farmers union activities. Shortly after, Col C S Coe and wife were told of a Balkan rail reconstruction offer with a $15000 salary, likely to relocate to Serbia if accepted.
The Independent School District of Richland held a Friday vote on issuing bonds up to 80 000 for building and land purchase. Total turnout 310 with 63 yes and 106 no among men and 78 yes 53 no among women, six ballots spoiled.
The Geo. M. Betchell o f Davenport has bought the bonds and the project will begin as soon as preliminaries can be arranged. Richland Clarion reports readiness to start the actual work promptly.
The stage talk announces Oh Daddy a big musical comedy at Graham Theatre for one night Thursday Sept 25 with an accomplished cast led by Grace Manlove and Clarence Backous. Twenty songs including Oh Daddy The Rainbow Widow and It Will Be Me Next promise lively performances with new scenery and costumes. Prices range from 50 cents to 2.50.
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