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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1900

Page

3

Mary Skinner Dies After Fifty-Six Years in Washington County

Mrs Mary Skinner longtime resident of Washington County died at her home after several weeks illness She was born Aug 21 1835 in Cadiz Ohio married James Skinner on Nov 17 1858 and lived in Washington Crawfordsville and nearby farms Funeral planned Thursday at 2 pm She leaves sons Walker and Frank and several relatives The community mourns a devoted Presbyterian member and friend

Mary Skinner Washington County First United Presbyterian Church James Skinner Mary Jane Walker Cadiz Hamilton County Ohio Crawfordville Todd the Heights Washington College Washington Crawfordsville Walker Frank

Uncle Josh Spruceby Band Paroles Saturday Afternoon

At 2 30 Saturday afternoon the famous Uncle Josh Spruceby band will parole. Spruceby records go on sale Saturday morning at Ander son and Burroughs with Galley 20c Balcony 30c Circle 50c. Children in Gallery only 10 cents.

Josh Spruceby

Dwight's Complexion Beautifier Free Offer

Readers are invited to try Dwight's Complexion Beautifier described as pure and harmless. The promotion offers a free full size box to every lady who sends her address and 10 cents for packing and postage, with a limit of one free box per address, addressed to D. W. Custer & Co in Huntington, West Virginia.

Evening Journal Dwight D. W. Custer & Co Huntington, W. Va

Advertisers urged to submit copy by 10 a.m. for same day change

The notice instructs advertisers that copy must be received by 10 o clock in the morning to guarantee an ad alteration on the same day. It emphasizes timely submission to ensure the requested changes are implemented.

Smallpox Vaccination Push At Stewart’s Pharmacy

The notice urges vaccination as the only escape from a surge in smallpox cases, promoting Stewart's Pharmacy which stocks fresh vaccine from principal producers. It advertises aseptic lymph tubes or points and guarantees reliability.

U. S Stewart's

New Kalona Addition and Recorded Park Outline

Kalona gains Myers fourth addition with twenty lots in the north, signaling growth. County records finalize an outline for Kalona Park, pending naming by prominent donor. Mrs. Gilbert McCulley fell ill near Lyman Babcock’s home while returning to her daughter, remained hospitalized.

Myers Kalona Gilbert McCulley Harry J. McCreedy Lyman Babcock Babcock

Change in Dray Business and Local Transfers

O M Cavin sells his dray line to D P Johnson of Altona Illinois and plans to travel for a wholesale grocery house. Johnson, son in law of S P Anderson, moves with his wife to the city as Cavin departs Morning Sun for road service. Mrs D S Lytle sails from India and will settle in this city with her daughter and fellow missionaries. she lands around May 10 in New York and travels by train to join friends here. Friday and Saturday mark the final days of Mike Lewis millinery opening. invited guests are welcome.

R. T. McCall O. M. Cavin Morning Sun D. P. Johnson Altona Ill Johnson S. P. Anderson Capt. Peter Roberts Mr. Cavin D.S Lytle India United States Mike Lewis

Tailoring Opening Offers Savings at Dougherty Bros

Dougherty Bros announces a tailoring opening offering $12.00 off a suit. Mr Foure will take measurements for orders. Grand opening includes a millinery display by Mrs Ro T McCall with French model hats and line of creations. Open Thursday and Friday this week on the west side.

Foure Dougherty Bros

Miss Birdeye Rankin Hosts Friends For Hallie Berdo's Sendoff

Miss Birdeye Rankin entertained many young ladies yesterday evening in honor of Miss Hallie Berdo who leaves for Lake Forest today. A luncheon was served and guests included Daisy Hall Rae McElhinney Verne Ashby Alma McCutcheon Margaret Raguet Hazel Mount Edith Wilson Carrie Hamilton Helen Fulton Gertie Smith Kate Bell Josie Babcock Vera Van Sickle Helen Dodge Dot Grumbling Ethel McCreedy Eva McGaughey and Etta Maxwell.

Birdeye Rankin Hallie Berdo Lake Forest Daisy Hall Rae McElhinney Verne Ashby Alma McCutcheon Margaret Raguet Hazel Mount Edith Wilson Carrie Hamilton Helen Fulton Gertie Smith Kate Bell Josie Babcock Vera van Sickle Helen Dodge Dot Grumbling Ethel McCreedy Eva McGaughey Etta Maxwell

Fine Orchestra Charms City With Uncle Josh Spruceby

The Uncle Josh Spruceby company carries one of the finest orchestras traveling and plays Saturday evening. Chas Reeves Elrod Dayton and M Wattles returned this morning from a trip to Chicago.

Uncle Josh Spruceby Chas Reeves Elrod Dayton M. Wattles

Miss Ora Riley Returns From Wayland Visit

Miss Ora Riley returned yesterday from a visit at Wayland. The report notes her trip and mentions Wayland as the key location involved in the outing.

Ora Riley Wayland

Weather forecast for Iowa from April 3 issue

The forecast notes partly cloudy conditions tonight with possible showers on Wednesday. The dispatch is filed from Washington D C via special to The Evening Journal.

Washtnoton D. C Tum Eventine Journal

Water Is Clean and Pure For All Uses

A notice proclaims the water is clean and pure and suitable for all purposes. It emphasizes safety and reliability for drinking cooking and irrigation. The affirmation aims to reassure residents and users of the water supply about quality standards.

Also Mentioned on This Page

J Albert Williams & CO Doughert UU Bros. Clothing Ah Ter DOD Mrs. Mary Skinner County Tury Sam P Anderson & ‘Bur Rough’s Pharmacy the Evening Journal Journal East Main &F Neighborhood News Jackson Ing County Recorder Parker Stewart Geo. Stewart's South Side Firs D. S. Lytle New York City Ier Mack Williams Representative Hedge Chicago Cy Silks Corner Square Iowa Fine Orchestra BBC Wm. Blair& Son IDA Idsalida Aid Salida Anderson & Burroughs Graham Aring J.C. Smith M. Lewis&Co Ld Stan Re Gidstana North Side Squa Thomas Simpson, Jr Warfel East Side Restaurant
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