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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
7
Alvin Hasty of Richland visited the city on business yesterday. Martha Porter returned home to Ainsworth last evening. Edith Brinton and Luella Engle of Brighton were seen shopping in town yesterday.
Sugar cured hams 12 percent Royal Market. Eggs from Premium Buff Cochin and Brown Leghorn stock advertised. Inquire at N S Shoe store. Miss Verna Miksch of Muscatine vacationing with grandparents Mr and Mrs John Mauthe.
Washington April 2 special report notes President Roosevelt’s demand to begin tariff revision and other measures this session, clouding chances for adjournment by mid May. It highlights pressure from capital and labor interests, potential extra sessions, and forest taxation studies. Also includes a humor anecdote on Ohio politics, Missouri governor speculation for Champ Clark, speech quirks by senators, and a health anecdote praising Bucklen’s Arnica Salve.
A Denver woman, Mrs A Gregory of 2355 Lawrence St, writes praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for curing six years of female troubles including backache and bearing down pains after an operation. The letter notes the remedy has helped thousands and invites sick women to write for advice from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Mass.
At about 3 30 yesterday afternoon a fire broke out in the John Publisky residence on East Second Street. Neighbors William Jugenheimer observed smoke and alerted the fire company. A bucket brigade kept the flames in the east wing from spreading, but the kitchen and dining room contents were ruined. the origin is believed to be the kitchen range.
Carpet Cleaning Co advertises carpet cleaning services with drayage paid both ways and standard prices. Includes a contact line “Phone 540 green” and a satisfaction guarantee. Address listed as 41-46.
A public dance is announced for Knupps Hall on Saturday night the 4th. Shontz served as a passenger for Sigourney on business this morning.
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