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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
4
An explosion rocked the Ellsworth Coal Company mine at Ellsworth Pennsylvania today. Eight men were killed and the number of others trapped remains unknown.
A southeast Washington residence owned by Frank Creath was struck by lightning during a heavy rainstorm at about 5 AM, damaging the North upstairs room and side of the house. Mrs. A. Knapp narrowly escaped injury as plaster fell but she remained unharmed. The chimney remained undamaged, while the bolt reportedly traveled to a one story addition and contact with telephone wires.
The Well-Informed have long sought a simple pleasant and efficient liquid laxative. California Fig Syrup Co offers a trusted Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a known wholesome gentle and prompt remedy. Buy genuine California Fig Syrup Co product from leading druggists at fifty cents per bottle.
Instructions describe knitting a decorative boot with color work, square motifs, and a ribbed cuff. It outlines 25 rows of stitches, decreases, and shaping, finishes with washing, stocking-top edging, white silk crochet edge, and a white satin bow for the instep.
A bride receives practical sachets for closet shelves and trunks, made of sheer flowered batiste with refilling openings and sandalwood sawdust filling to deter moths. A parsnip blossom-inspired cove, leaves in green and white French knots, borders with lace. Also described is a tiny yellow hair doll with a fluffy dress of yarn, formed from loops and ribbon.
N P Banks as speaker of the house was magnificent. He was the beautdeal of a parliamentarian in form, voice and action. Sunset Cox praised Banks methods as music of the spheres. His voice rang out amid the wildest commotion and order instantly prevailed.
The Queen Esther circle hosts a social and box supper at the Methodist church on Thursday at 7 30 PM inviting young people and friends and asking each lady to bring a box lunch for two. Tonight the Queen Esther box supper and musical program proceeds regardless of weather. The Baptist Ladies League meets to sew tomorrow at 1 PM on April 24 at Mrs. Bishop’s home in north Washington.
Invitations issued for the marriage of Miss Blanche Nicola and Mr. Howard L. McCleery at the Collin Nicola residence on East Main street Thursday evening May 7 at 8 30. The notice adds at home after June 1 4957 Wabash avenue Chicago.
Invitations show Miss Lela Lois McElhinney to wed Rev Samuel Edgar Greer on Wednesday May 6 at high noon. The ceremony will take place at the McElhinney home in Morning Sun where Miss McElhinney recently appeared on the Chautauqua program.
About thirty two pupils from the fourth room of South school, chaperoned by Miss Minnie Conner, enjoyed a picnic last evening at Box Springs south of town. They rode out on hay ladders, shared supper, and had a fine time.
The Board of Managers of the Chicago Training School invites you and friends to attend its twenty third Annual Commencement exercises from May 1 to May 5, 1908. Miss Mabel Morton’s card is enclosed.
A steady warm rain began last night and continued into today with heavy showers near noon, likely exceeding an inch. Farmers smile at the timely moisture it promises for a vigorous crop start toward maturity.
The Fortnightly club will convene its annual meeting Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock in Aurora hall Academy building. Regular election of officers will occur and full attendance is desired. Members considering joining the Bible study department for next year should send their names to Mrs Harriet Wilson, leader, 59 26 Sheel Way.
Professor Henry E. Gordon of Iowa University reports that the Hamilton club of Chicago will end its sponsorship of oratorical contests. The club withdraws its prizes totaling $150 after five years of successful contests with nine Midwest universities, citing exhaustion of original Hamilton material. Saar kraut 5 cents a quart at the Royal Market.
An article notes Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo has released a full list of ingredients for his medicines including Golden Medical Discovery and Favorite Prescription. It claims the remedies contain no alcohol or narcotics, are made from native medicinal roots, and cites endorsements from various medical works and indigenous use of plants like Squaw Weed.
A Terre Haute dispatch reports Rev. William Sunday refused a Chicago offer of up to 50000 to begin a campaign there. He already has two years of engagements and will continue his Charleston revival where he has won over a thousand converts. After Charleston he will proceed to Sharon, Pa., then vacation at Winona.
Wayland News reports that Miss Katie Koebel will teach the spring term at Franklin school in Washington county after being solicited by the county superintendent due to a teacher shortage. She plans to attend school in Washington again next fall.
W. H. Butterfield departed today for Des Moines to reunite with his wife who is coming back from a visit in California.
T W McNamara of Chicago was observed touring the city today, making rounds to meet merchants and discuss commerce. He greeted shopkeepers, offered sales support, and explored potential partnerships during a brisk daytime visit.
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