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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1902

Page

2

Graceful Youthful Exercises Draw Large Burlington Crowd

The Armory crowd braved fierce winds to watch Miss Gertrude Williams and her Y W C A class of twelve Washington girls perform calisthenics, marches, Indian clubs, and wand drills. Two vocal solos by Miss Eisie Hindman, a trombone solo by Cleveland Dayton, a reading by Miss Montgomery, and a violin piece by Miss Maxwell delighted attendees.

Armory Gertrude Williams Mina Gertrude Williams Burlington Ihs Washington Homselves Williams Misa Eisie Hindman Cleveland Dayton Mise Ja K Montgomery Lena Maxwell

Brother of Gen. Jacob Smith Tied to Manila Inquiry

Gen. Jacob Smith, held at Manila awaiting investigation of his Samar campaign methods, is a brother to W L Smith of this city. Smith entered U.S. service in 1861, served nearly four decades, fought in the Civil War rising to colonel, and endured wounds in both Civil and Spanish Wars. He is described as a lifelong fighter with strong opinions on warfare and treatment of natives.

Jacob Smith Manila Samar Philippine Islands W. L. Smith Gen. Smith U. S Minnesota Wilber John Edward William Washington Wm Smith Smith U. S. Army Wm. Smith

Local Social Notes From Brighton and Nearby Towns

April 22 updates list Mr and Mrs H T Tracey and son Relph traveling to Burlington. Martha Emry of Washington visited home. J W Garnett spent Sunday near Cedar Rapids. T L Barry in Chicago on business. L J Bidwell and William Disberry to Burlington on business. Mrea T W Thomas of Washington visited Charlies and friends. Blanche Cocklin returned to Alneworth after a visit. OG M Smith visiting his son Hert. Advert: Bromo-LAX offered as quick safe cure for colds grip neuralgia constipation at druggists.

H. T. Tracey and Son Relph Burlington Martha Emry Washington J. W. Garnett Tle Brother Cedar Rapida T. L. Barry Chicago L. J. Bidwell William Disberry Mrea T. W. Thomas Charlies Blanche Cocklin Alneworth OG. M. Smith Hert

Coughs and Colds in Children Endorsed by Colombo Watchmaker

LT has no hesitation recommending Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and colds in children says Chas. M. Cramer Key, a well known watch maker from Colombo Ceylon. He notes quick chest cold cures and that one bottle often suffices for hoarseness. Sold by Stewarts Pharmacy and Cook Sherman.

Chamberlain Chas. M. Cramer Key Colombo Ceylon Stewarts Pharmacy Cook & Sherman

Dusty foot race thrills witnesses in northeastern field

Mesara Peter Allaman and Antho Van Sickle raced this morning to a cloud of dust as bystanders watched. The Journal could not determine a winner. Time recorded at 2:15. Republican caucuses set for Oregon township in Ainsworth at 2 pm on Saturday the 26th and in the second ward coret chamber Friday at 8 pm.

Mesara Peter Allaman Antho van Sickle Journal Oregon Township Ainsworth Second Ward Coret Chamber

Meat Trade Experience Highlighted by Seller

A seller emphasizes years of experience in the meat business and confidence in handling trade activities.

Iowa Central Offers Spring One Way Excursion Tickets

The Iowa Central railroad announces one way excursion fares this March and April from all Iowa and Illinois stations to California. Elegant touring cars will depart every Tuesday, offering direct service with modern amenities and reduced winter travel inconveniences. For reservations and circulars, contact local agents or Geo S Batty in Marshalltown Iowa.

Iowa Geo S Batty GP & TA Marshalltown Lows Tilmayl

High School News Preview Shows Student Reporter Voice

Tee Wren Schoot presents weekly school news edited by a pupil. The publication aims to inform students and benefit the student body with matters of interest and general welfare.

Tee Wren

Students Discuss Sports, Classes, and Commencement Plans

A school diary notes an upcoming game with the Academy to avenge last year. Faculty interest in baseball is questioned while students advocate early release for games. Miss Emry starts a botany based walking class. Rev Buchanan spoke on college bred leadership and education as a lasting fortune. Seniors may perform The Merchant of Venice. Nellie Wilson is sick.

Th Academy Emry Buchanan Monmouth Lll Merchant of Venice

Brassanto Rivalry Sparks Senior Entertainment Night

Corbin leads with a bold warhoop as Brassanto aims to reclaim the crowd in the annual senior entertainment event amid a charged atmosphere. Deakeo and Here Deakeo motifs resurface, signaling a lively rivalry under the gym lights.

Corbin

Marion Township and Fourth Ward Republican Caucuses

Local notices announce Marion township and Fourth ward Republican caucuses with times and locations. Additional items report a kerosene incident in Waukegan with a fatal fire, and various Democratic convention actions in Illinois and Indiana.

Hot Springs Health Resort Attracts World Visitors

The Hot Springs of Arkansas attract thousands seeking health benefits. The season opened January 1. The U.S. Government oversees the baths with moderate charges and good treatment. The Iowa Central Ry offers convenient routes and favorable round trip rates to Hot Springs for travelers from the west and northwest.

Arkansas Hot Springs Ark U.S Weat Northwest Iowa Central

King Leopold Replies Cautiously on Belgian Crisis Request

The article notes King Leopold's noncommittal response to a request for intervention in Belgium's political crisis. It also mentions rising tensions as John Bull seeks trouble in the Soudan and previews St. Louis fair plans offering a large prize for airship innovation.

Leopold John Bull Soudan St. Louis Fair

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