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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1910
Page
3
A father tells children a fable about the Lightning Bug and a moth lass who loves bright lights. The moth chases a gas lamp, flies into a blaze, and dies. the tale ends with a caution to refrain from chasing dangerous, glittering distractions. The story emphasizes keeping to simple, safe light.
Philadelphia reports a three day celebration marking the 150th anniversary of Germantown Academy founded from a 1759 meeting. The event notes the 1760 cornerstone, Revolutionary War interruption, Washington patronage, and a 1784 bell still in use with the crown of England atop the weather vane.
Oklahoma City observes the twenty first anniversary of opening the territory to settlers with an Aprilist fete by the Men and Women of 89. A pageant shows the rush across the border and floats on Oklahoma history. Efforts aim to fund a monument to Capt Dick Payne. Banquet and ball complete the program.
John Brown known as Joe Eaton and with a history of arrests faces trial for a $10,000 swindle against Henry Wagner a billiard table maker. Wagner claims Brown and seven others drugged him with ice water on a St. Augustine veranda during a weather talk to obtain the funds.
Aviation Carnival in San Antonio opens April 21 attracting top airmen for a historic Southwest flying meet. Crowds gather as pilots display daring stunts and precision maneuvers over the city.
A California Wine Growers Association delegation met the Board of Food and Drug Inspection to define what constitutes California port and California sherry. Dr. Wiley stated real port is Portugal, real sherry comes from restricted Spanish districts, guiding proper labeling at the hearing.
Strawberries begin shipment in Wilmington North Carolina as fields ripen in April. By next week large quantities will be sent to city markets, and commission merchants report a favorable outlook for the crop.
Former President Theodore Roosevelt with Mrs Roosevelt Kermit and Miss Ethel arrived in Paris from Hungary to a jubilant greeting. Ambassador Bacon and numerous Americans and French officials met them at the station, signaling a cordial reception from both nations.
A user in Eau Claire Wisconsin reports chronic back and kidney pain, poor appetite, and low energy. After taking Foley's Kidney Pills for a short time he now sleeps soundly, eats well, and feels greatly improved. Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Company are mentioned.
Washington reports favorably for a parole and probation system in the District of Columbia. Taft's stance on the rivers and harbors bill and Senator Burton's criticism suggest ongoing clashes over national waterways policy and local district needs. The session shows slow progress with adjournment unlikely before July, and a humorous senate exchange between Idaho's Heyburn and Borah closes the item.
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