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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1910
Page
2
An advertisement declares Foley's Kidney Remedy will cure any case of kidney and bladder trouble not beyond medical help. The claim is promoted by Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Company.
Modern Hair Dressing boosts sage tea use for hair growth and color restoration. Wyeths Sage and Sulphur, sold by Mc Elhinney Drug Co and Wyeth Chemical Co, claims to treat dandruff and irritations and is offered at 50 cents to 1 dollar per bottle with mail order from New York City.
China relies on sea kale from the Saghallen coast where leaves reach about one foot in width and up to 45 feet in length, highlighting a regional harvest pattern for the Asian market.
Public health ad urging mothers to keep Foley's Honey and Tar for urgent croup relief. Promotes no opiates and warns against substitutes. Appears as spring respiratory care guidance for families with children.
A reflective observation notes that some people busy helping others neglect self improvement, suggesting virtue requires personal effort alongside generosity.
A 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease requiring constitutional treatment. It claims internal use heals by acting on blood and mucous surfaces, offers a $100 reward if it fails, and cites testimonials. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Front page quip from a renowned thinker, noting marriage energy shifts toward wealth. The philosopher of folly remarks that marrying a rich girl can yield similar gains to traditional union, provoking debate on money and matrimony.
An up to date druggist notes many old fashioned remedies persist including sage tea for dark shiny hair. The Wyeths Sage and Sulphur tonic, sold at 50 cents to 1 dollar or by mail from Wyeth Chemical Co New York, is recommended by local druggists Mc Withinney Drug Co.
Local items list residents visiting kin and moving homes. Measles spinal meningitis claims a young man’s life. funeral held. Visitors from Des Moines Fairfield Burlington and Washington drop by. Pulpit exchanges and hospital nursing notes appear alongside trades and shop moves.
Amos McFadden learns of his brother Archie McFadden's death in California. Archie, once on the M. W. Welsh farm, was well known locally and uncle to several residents. The item also mentions regional travel and visits by local residents.
Crawfordsville Iowa April 23 William Vannest McFadden died yesterday from head injuries after a falling pole struck him on the farm where he lived all his life He was born August 18 1884 on the farm married 1905 to Elsie McRoberts of Columbus City two sons aged 3 and 7 months He was a sober industrious farmer and his funeral will be at 2 PM Sunday at the Methodist church Rev A B Hightshoe to conduct the services Community offers sympathy in this sudden affliction.
A reflective verse celebrates performers proud to have appeared before the world and ready to bow out when the curtain falls.
Wartime era poet Walt Mason frames a chorus of dreams as unhappy tradesmen yearn for a simpler life. Each character voices a tired wish to escape labor, money, and city hustle, ending with a universal note on the winter of human discontent.
Miss Lulu Young of Fairfield married William Carl McFadden at the Young home on Wednesday evening. The ceremony was led by Rev. E M Snook with cousin Esther Snook as pianist and Edith Pepper with Everett Erskine as attendants. A wedding supper followed. the couple plan to reside on West Jefferson street after June. The article also notes a Younger Dancing Set party at Knupps hall with about twenty couples.
The M. B. A. will give a 10 cent social tonight. Everyone is invited to attend. The Queen Esther Circle of the Methodist church will meet Monday evening with Miss Azuba Park at her home on S Marion avenue.
The Musical Department of the Fortnightly club will meet Monday evening at 7 50 with Miss Jamison attending. The event is held at the J A Work residence and invites members to attend.
Mrs. George McCutcheon arrived from Washington to visit her mother Mrs. Mary Brannen. Rev J A Glendenning was entertained in Washington at Dr E T Wickham's home. Miss Myrtle Stewart spent Tuesday night in Washington at her brother Howard's home. Miss Mary Brockway returned from Washington after a two week visit with sister Mrs Miora Smeltzer. Mrs Eva Cocklin came from Washington to visit her daughter Mrs D D Stephens. Frank and Lee Sands drove to Washington to visit their parents Mr and Mrs J N Sands.
A voyage aboard the Kroonland from New York April 2 was marred by a storm that delayed the ship two days and sent forty immigrants home for failing to meet requirements. Onboard, Rev. Potter fell ill, Rev. Robertson weakened, and passengers faced high waves and drenched decks before Antwerp landfall.
The oil palm is described as perhaps the greatest commercial asset in West Africa. It supports African life with food clothing shelter and many other essentials including utensils furniture medicines and beverages.
A wry narrator notes that in a middle aged crowd a man gains attention by claiming his schooldays used McGuffey's readers. The remark frames a memory of old education and social reaction in a concise, period voice.
A satirical tale follows Bill Bille who refuses to advertise and faces a smash in business. He discovers the printer’s page and suddenly cash flows to William’s trade as Beech er Bill proclaims the ad mine.
Essie MacGugin has assumed charge of the Montezuma Republican for the Charles K. Needham company. The Oskaloosa Herald notes her as the new editor designating herself as a plain everyday American woman and praises the current issue as the best since J. W. Jarnagin’s era. Washington observers note her talent and dedication, predicting success.
A statement from a candidate for county sheriff announces intent to run in the Republican primaries. The filing notes the candidate will seek the nomination subject to the will of Republican voters in the county during the June primaries. The name U. BE. THOMA appears with an address 5912.
The town of Wallsee on the Danube in lower Austria once famed for its millstone trade loses its prominence as the final millstone operation closes. The decline marks a closure of the city’s last remaining industrial plant, ending a period of wealth tied to the trade.
The Rev B E Ely Sr a pioneer Presbyterian minister in Iowa died after a yearlong illness from heart failure at his Des Moines home at 82. Born February 4 1828 in Philadelphia he served in Chicago Ottumwa Winterset and later Des Moines. Survived by wife Abbie and four children Dr Frank A Ely Rev B E Ely Jr Mrs F Curtiss and Mrs S F Moore funeral arrangements pending.
The St James Club presents a 8 15 PM program at St James School auditorium next Tuesday. The Grand Army of the Republic Salute is performed by Miss Margaret Reiner, followed by Rev J J Condon on society in the 10th and 11th centuries. A musical trio and choir close the evening, with a 25 cent admission and a 7 PM lunch.
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