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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1897

Page

1

WEDDING BELLS FOR SCHUYLER LIVINGSTON AND MISS ALICE SAMSON

The wedding of Centerville native Schuyler Livingston to Miss Alice Isabelle Samson of Washington was celebrated with about one hundred guests at the Samson home on South Town Street. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. J. R. Logue of the Second United Presbyterian Church, with Lohengrin's wedding march and Schubert serenade. The couple departed for Centerville and Chicago where Livingston will join Campbell Investment Co. Details cover attendants, gowns, gifts, and post wedding plans.

April Washington H. S. Samson South Town Street Schuyler Livingston Centerville Alice Isabelle Samson Lohengrin Anna Burrell United Presbyterian Choir A.C. Rankin Fort Sherman Earl Lewis L. Morehouse Lloyd Elwynn Latta J. R. Logue Second United Presbyterian Church Schubert Martha Samson Ralph Livingston Arthur Samson Alleghany Gertrude Duff Winterset Miss Duff Samson S. W. Livingston Monmouth Rock Island Livingston Light and Gas Works Chicago Beverly Hill Campbell Investment Co

Heavy washouts and river overflow disrupt Rock Island line

Heavy rainfall caused washouts on the Rock Island road between Des Moines and Valleye and the Des Moines river rose above its banks causing damage. Trains run via Washington due to line damage. The Orth & Dean meat market ends as M Dean sells to FP McElhinney who moved from Morning Sun. wished success to the new firm.

Rock Island Road Des Moines Valleye Washington Orth & Dean M. Dean McElhinney Morning Sun

Weather forecast for Iowa showers and storms

The forecast calls for showers and likely thunder storms across Iowa tonight and Saturday. Cooler temperatures are expected in the far western portion tonight and on Saturday.

WasHington, D. C

Mail wagon crash on Railroad street ends with rider unharmed

Alderman Mason driving the mail wagon for Uncle Sam was jolted when his spry horse spooked at a car on the Rock Island switch. The wagon tipped into mud near Standard Oil storage. busman Dave Turner aided in righting the vehicle. The mail arrived on time and No. 16 Airship In Brinton’s new venture returns from Washington. Brinton claims his craft mirrors bird wing design and plans a factory-ready airship after patent refinements. Rail expansion work begins between Washington and Winfield with thirteen cars scattered and about twelve workers estimations rise to more.

Alderman Mason Uncle Sam No. 1d Railroad Street Rock Island Standard Oil Company Dave Turner Turner G. Brinton Washington, D. C Wis Great Museum Patent Office Washington Winfield

Kalona Couple Wed by Justice Rovers in Impressive Ceremony

Last evening about 5 30 oclock Richard Pry and Miss S Marsh both of Kalona appeared before Justice Rovers and asked him to perform the marriage ceremony for them which he did in an impressive style The groom has had two previous marriages and the couple will begin housekeeping in Kalona today.

Richard Pry S. Marsh Kalona Justice Rovers

Deafness Cure Promoted By Hall's Catarrh Cure Claim

A fragment reports medical claims for Hall's Catarrh Cure by KF Cheney & Co Toledo. It notes deafness arising from Eustachian tube inflammation and promises one hundred dollars for a cure not helped by the remedy. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills and druggists selling at 75 cents.

Hall KF. J. Cheney & Co Toledo

Population figures spark Iowa town pride

The census reports Washington Iowa with a population around 4 500 and notes the town as among the nicest with a strong local character. Winfield Beacon cites modern growth while Washington’s 4 865 residents and more homes show progress. Mrs Hays comments on Mary Barka not assisting with work and keeping to her own duties within a local domestic context.

the Evening Journal Washington Iowa Winfield Beacon

Rains Cause Crooked Creek to Overrun Banks

Heavy rains over two nights swell small streams with Crooked Creek breaking its banks and continuing to rise, raising flood concerns for nearby areas.

Crooked Creek

Pleasant social afternoon in fourth ward at Mrs Dewey’s home

The fourth ward ladies spent a pleasant afternoon at Mrs. Seneca Dewey’s home with social chat. Chas Bartley recovers from a two week illness and is out again. Will Wallace shipped a carload of fine heifer cattle on the C R I & P. J J Stewart installs a new awning at the west side drug store. Nightwatchman Johnson notes heavy rain with birds fluttering on wet sidewalks. Gene Anderson of Washburn Halligan Coffee Co visits town and is welcomed for his pleasant manners. Uric acid poisoning linked to rheumatism and kidney issues billed with Ballardvale Lithia Water as a remedy. For sale by all.

Eva Livingston Des Moines Court House Washington Academy Monmouth College Miss Samson Livingston Fourth Ward Seneca Dewey J. J. Stewart West Side Johnson Gene Anderson Washburn-Halligan Coffee Co Gene Crawfordsville Ballardvale Lithia All Ad Ee Ballardvale Lithia Spring Water Co Lithia H. N. Morris Washington Smith

Babcock and Stewart Ship Hog Load Tomorrow

Babcock and Stewart plan to ship a load of hogs tomorrow over the Rock Island route. The shipment signals ongoing livestock movement through the Rock Island line and reflects regional farming activity.

Babcock & Stewart Rock Island

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Ek An Cape Mercer & Chilcote Dougherty Bros Aed Tae Ogee Washington National Banf Capital Surplus Mackeral Stuart East Side H. F. Samson Minnie Nethergall Hull Livingston-Samson Foley E. C. Carris & Co Fact Side Square Livingston - Samson Leven Col Palmer J. Campbell Gertrude Dutt Fannie Graham Nancy Lee Martin Howard Hamilton Esther Samson Minnie Nethergall Nira Clarence Lewis O. M. Cavin Wyman JL. M. Samson I. R. McKenry Roy Samson Nettie Samson Waterloo Dovelia Daugherty Wayland Ira Sproul West Chester Kilgore C.D. Reimers Agnes Dargavel Bloomfield Teeter Tie Academy Miss Johnson AJL Mason Pry-Marsh Adams Express Co Wellman Advance Chas. Bartley Will Wallace ANG New York Smith Premier Typewriter Co Byracage, N U. B A Monroe Street J. M. Stewart Glasgow & Lytle Merchant Tailors Gent's Furnishers North Side Square Blair & Son
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