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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1909

Page

7

We Are King Star Edmund Carrol to Headline April 21

Edmund Carrol will star in Mr. Walker Whiteside's comedy We Are King at the opera house on April 21. The show has boosted Whiteside's standing and will tour with Carrol leading, with many original cast members returning for support.

Edmund Carrol Walker Whiteside Opera House Mr. Whiteside Whiteside A. W. Cross Mr. Carroll Carroll Mr. Carrol

Blood stained garments found near Burlington boy case

Friday night a boy's blood stained clothes were found including a complete suit, underclothes, stockings, and shoes. In the trouser pocket lay a plain gold ring a rabbit's foot and clipped pictures with the name Lawrence on one image. A white handkerchief was found in the coat pocket.

Burlington Iowa Lawrence

Boy Leaves Home Amid Bloodied Garments Report

A boy departs home, possibly for a visit or a game, as authorities describe. Blood on his undergarments remains fresh, suggesting it arrived within the last twenty four hours.

Sage and Sulphur Hair Restorer Hailed From Wyeth

The article notes sage tea as a traditional remedy for dark glossy hair and introduces Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur as a ready made version. Sold by first class druggists for 50c or 1.00 per bottle with direct mail from Wyeth Chemical Co New York.

Wyeth Wyeth Chemical Company Cortlandt St New York City

Remarkable recovery with Hollister's Tea

Mrs Barker credits Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea with saving her life after a doctor gave up hope. The advert promotes the remedy as a greatest remedy for women priced at 35 cents, available as Tea or Tablets at Lemmon's Pharmacy.

Kolkman Family Visits Ottumwa Then Returns Home

Mr and Mrs J F Kolkman and daughter Tina returned home Saturday after visiting relatives in Ottumwa.

J. F. Kolkman Tina Ottumwa

Germs vs Ghosts A Health Ad Promotes Golden Medical Discovery

A health advertisement urges fear of germs over ghosts and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic to strengthen vitality, cleanse the body, and aid digestion. It touts no alcohol, clear ingredient labeling, and a 40 year cure record, urging readers to consult neighbors.

Dr. Pierce Golden Medical Discovery

Best Runners Gather For Boston Marathon Feature

Boston April 19 The Boston Marathon attracts a stellar amateur field from across the United States with entries including Tewanina Crowley White Mellor Lorz Carr Forshaw Watch Shannon and Bob Fowler. International entrant B J Nelson of South London vies to upset the Yankees as Peter W Foley aged fifty one challenges younger rivals. The race runs Boston to Ashland and back finishing at the Boston Athletic Association clubhouse.

Boston America United States Tewanina Crowley White Mellor Lorz Carr New York Forshaw St. Louis Watch Chicago Shannon Pittsburg Bob Fowler B. J. Nelson South London England Yankees Peter W. Foley Ashland Boston Athletic Association

Wheat market to dominate Chicago week

The Chicago wheat pit is the week's feature as contrasting views unfold. Secretary Wilson says ample supply keeps prices normal until the new crop arrives, while bull Patten argues prices reflect supply and demand. If prices rise further, larger bread costs or smaller loaves are feared.

Chicago Wilson James A. Patten

Jap Trader Killed by Natives in Admiralty Islands

Melbourne reports Captain Comino a noted Japanese trader was killed by natives of the Admiralty islands on April 9. The incident details are sparse but confirm a fatal encounter while in the region.

Melbourne Australia Comino Admiralty Islands

Mission talk highlights Chinese openness and need for workers

Dr Kathryn Meyers spoke at the Presbyterian church on Chinese missions in Canton. She described China's advances and awakening to global contact, urged sending gospel work and hospital support, and noted China’s readiness forChristianization and better relations. A solo by Mrs H N Dunning followed, praised for its powerful, clear tones.

Presbyterian Church Kathryn Meyers Presbyterian China Canton

Doctor’s New Discovery Saves Boy With Consumption

"Your son has Consumption, His case is hopeless." These appalling words were spoken to Geo. BE. Blevens, a Springfield merchant, by two expert doctors. Then Dr King's New Discovery showed power. after three weeks use, he was as well as ever. Infallible for coughs and colds, safe cure for desperate lung diseases. 60c and 1.00. Trial bottle free.

Geo. BE. Blevens Springfield N. C Dr. King Mr. Blevens J. ER. Lemmon

Student Leo O Loughlin Spends Sunday at Home

Leo O Loughlin, a student in the S U S, spent Sunday at home.

Leo O'Loughlin

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