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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1921
Page
3
Dr J M Wishart, pastor of First United Presbyterian, preached a farewell sermon after eight years. He urged growth in faith and unity, likening a minister to a doctor whose work ends when the need is past, and announced his resignation to take a new post in Chicago.
Mrs Paulina Augustine a German born settler of Washington county died at her West Chester home after a life marked by faith and service. Survived by children Lou Al Mary W E Della Andy and others with nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral held at home with Dr Bowers officiating and burial in New Haven cemetery.
Dr Wishart declared the Keokuk pulpit vacant at evening service and delivered a strong evangelistic sermon modeled on Paul before Felix. He urged prompt acceptance of the gospel appeal and announced he and his family will move to Chicago to pastor Crerar Memorial Presbyterian Church.
In Squire Kyle's Court this morning three speechers received nominal fines from Justice D C Kyle. A young man with good reputation from the country was arrested on a serious charge, waived examination, and bound over to the grand jury under a $300 bond.
Washington anticipates a large turnout Wednesday as the American Legion stages a flying circus with six airships and top stunt performers. The event, starting about 1 30 pm, may trigger early closing of shops from 1 to 5 pm.
The B E O lunch set for Tuesday evening will be held at the Methodist church after being delayed last week. Elaborate preparations are under way and a large crowd is expected. A plate lunch plus extras will be served with musical numbers by B K O class members. Proceeds aid the Missionary convention expenses. An appeal will be made to local business men to attend and help bring five hundred delegates to Washington.
Merle M. Davidson aged seventeen days, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Merle Davidson of Columbus Junction, died late Saturday night at home. He was one of twins. his brother died two days after birth. Funeral services were held yesterday with burial in Elm Grove Cemetery. The parents have the sympathy of many friends.
Describes Koreans as taller than Chinese or Japanese and noted for vigor and strong work as mechanics in Japan. Mentions racial diversity in Korea, with varied physical traits from hairlessness to beards, highlighting broad differences among groups.
G Logan Payne, former publisher and Chicago advertising executive, joins Wm Hearst organization as vice president publisher and general manager of the Washington Times. His son George will manage the G Lagan Payne Company which continues its agency representing major newspapers. Payne built a large national advertising business with six offices and plans for further growth in Washington.
Washington high school defeated Fremont high school 26 to 0 at Denison's ballpark in the season opener. Waymack scored twice and Putnam added two more as Washington showed strong physical condition and promising new players Dusenbery Waymack Skipton and others impressed in their first year.
A crowded market scene shows a drop in poultry prices amid oversupply as shoppers weigh value. Judges debate fashion and fate as judicial robes and furs become a metaphor for status and ambition.
Marshall and Brookhart led Waymack in a high school football win with Putnam scoring twice and Waymack adding two TDs. Macon and Dubois kicked extra points as Beck refereed, Toogood and Hbadinesman assisted. The game cost 120 dollars, attendance was light, and officials advised fewer half time interruptions by the crowd. Wapello now prepares for Washington with hopes to host a prep game and offset deficits from Saturday.
A humorous anecdote recalls a grandmother who forgot her grandson’s birthday last year. A little boy proposes a playful solution by placing teeth upside down to avoid forgetting. The tale blends memory tricks with a child’s wry wisdom.
Washington Baptist association district meeting opens Wednesday at 2 PM in Ainsworth and runs three days with a banquet Friday. Weather may aid attendance. rail service will not hinder travelers. prayer meeting in Washington moved to Tuesday evening for convenience.
Eleven year old Richard Clark son of Mr and Mrs James Clark suffered a broken nose and a wrist this morning while swinging on the strides at the junior high school grounds. He was taken to a doctor's office for treatment and rested at home this afternoon.
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