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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1900

Page

3

Aged Lady Nancy Davis Dies in West Chester

Mrs Nancy Davis aged ninety one died yesterday morning at the home of her niece Mrs Chas Owens after about a week of illness from pneumonia. She moved to West Chester in 1850 with her husband and was born in Indiana. Survived by son John in Oklahoma a daughter Mrs Smithers and several grandchildren. Funeral services set for Thursday at 11 o clock.

West Chester Nancy Davis Chas. Owens Davis Dan Anderson Your City

Dougherty Bros Tailoring Opening Advertises Suit Savings

Mr Faure will take all measurements and Dougherty Bros invites orders for suits with a twelve dollar saving. Mr and Mrs James Dawson hosted a dinner for Mrs Bennet of Deadwood South Dakota with all cousins attending.

Faure Dougherty Bros James Dawson Elien G. G. Bennet Deadwood South Dakota

Mrs. R. T Meall’s Millinery Opens On West Side

The grand opening of Mrs. R. T Meall’s millinery on the west side will be held Thursday and Friday this week. An exquisite display of chiffons laces and trimmings will enhance feminine attire with French model hats and Mrs. McCall’s creations. Ladies are invited to attend.

Emanon Concert Co Ladies Host Dinner for Gentlemen

The lady members of the Emanon Concert Co hosted a seven o'clock dinner at the home of Misses Ola and Carrie Hamilton in honor of the club’s gentlemen. A multi course meal followed by music from quartets made the evening delightful.

Emanon Concert Co Ola Carrie Hamilton

Life’s start and a Rocky Mountain Tea Lubricant

A reflective note claims birth begins life and a long journey follows, aided by a “Rocky Mountain Tea” as a great lubricant. It advises consulting a Drugvist about its use.

Photographer Cole Captures Clouded Skies in Street Portraits

Photographer Cole presents recent street photographs with a clouded sky as a dramatic backdrop. The large, imposing clouds frame his subjects, becoming a standout feature in the collection.

Cole

Advertisers Urged to Submit Copy by 10 A M

Notice to advertisers states all copy must be in by 10 o clock A M to ensure same day change. The item emphasizes timely submissions and deadlines for ad changes.

Vaccination Drives Amid Smallpox Warning at Pent Union

Debate over smallpox cases rises at Pent as public health pushes vaccination. Stewart's Pharmacy stocks fresh vaccine with aseptic glycerinized lymph tubes and guaranteed safety. Readers are urged to seek vaccination as the only escape from the outbreak.

U.S Mary Stewart's

Death in Ainsworth Delights Town with Tragic Loss

Baby girl of William Owen dies at home in Ainsworth Iowa at 2 o clock yesterday afternoon aged two and a half. Pneumonia caused illness in recent weeks and funeral at Zion church tomorrow at 3 o clock. Families from Chicago Atchison West Branch visit locals this week.

Ainsworth Iowa Wm. Owen Zion Church S. R Stone Chicago BE. A Stone Atchison Kansas Jota Stone

Weather forecast for Iowa shows showers after fair night

The Weather reports fair conditions tonight in Iowa with a later change to showers in the west and central portions on Thursday.

Local News Highlights from Havre and Surrounding Visits

A string of visits and social notes from Havre and nearby towns. Editor A R Miller toured Noble. Miss May Long remains on the sick list. W A Rowe and son Arnet called in Havre. Mrs A M Shields left for Muscatine. various passengers traveled to Burlington. Local buy opportunities and upcoming church services noted.

W.A. Rowe and Son Arnet Havre A. M. Shields Muscatine W. Shanafelt Burlington Jennie Nelson Emma Salteberg Geo. Stewart's South Side Betsy Beliel Lone Tree

Dwight's Complexion Beautifier Free Trial Offer

Reader notice advertises free full size Fifty Cent box of Dwight's Complexion Beautifier for ladies who mail address and 10¢ for packing and postage. One box per address. Also promo for Uncle Josh Spruceby band parole sale with ticket prices and show times at Anderson and Burroughs.

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

Local residents visit and return from trips

West Chester businessman L. H. Gilbert traveled as a visitor yesterday. Laura Bowman returned from Mt. Pleasant. Piano expert Chas Deutschman arrived from Burlington. G Logan Payne came home from Mt. Pleasant. Flora Hoppengardner returned from a sister’s visit at Ainsworth. J A Daniels of West Chester visited the city yesterday and returned. J N Wright of Keota visited R Vincent’s home yesterday and left. Mrs Tousley of Oskaloosa, guest at St Clair Lewis’s home, returned home. M W Owens of Grand Rapids Michigan, formerly of the city, is in town greeting old friends. Ed Swift closed a contract to furnish 230000 brick for a Fremont Masonic block and begins brickwork outdoors today.

R. J. Fake Chicago A Miller Arch Stewart H. M. Mive West Branch Mrs. Tousley Oskaloosa St. Clair Lewis M. W. Owens Grand Rapids Michigan Ed Swift Fremont

Have Just Returned From The Chicago Markets, and Bought While There The Largest Stock

A traveler reports visiting Chicago markets and purchasing the largest stock during the trip. The item is described as the standout purchase from the shopping excursion.

Chicago

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