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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1911

Page

4

West Chester Notes and Local Visits April Update

West Chester residents share Sunday travels with Wilber Miller and family passing through. Local people report visits from Mrs. W. N. Plummer of Oskaloosa and Homer Moothart to relatives. A. G. Leet plans to move his wife’s body to the new West Chester cemetery Tuesday afternoon.

West Chester Wilber Miller Tamily Auty Glen Martin Jas. White Keota W. N. Plummer Oskaloosa L. P. Jackson Homer Moothart Frank Washington J Charlie Brinning Dutch Creek Martin Augustine William Smither Rubio Walter Nordyke A. G. Leet

Diphtheria Casts Shadow Over Cherry Family

Mr and Mrs W W Cherry learn in Oklahoma City that their daughter Marguerite a stenographer with the International Harvester branch is very ill at the home of her uncle and aunt John and Molly Cherry. Her condition is serious and Mr Cherry plans to leave this evening for Oklahoma if no improvement occurs.

W. W. Cherry Oklahoma City Marguerite International Harvester Company

Stray Story Fragments Involving Jealousy And Meetings

A fragmented exchange shows Tim pleads to have met a chatty wife while Fred dismisses jealousy and asserts he keeps her away from men who could allure her. The dialogue hints at trust issues and protective attitudes amid vague relationship tension.

Tim Fred

Truth in a Nutshell and the Fools proverb

A quirky, fragmentary quote echoes Puck about fools and fools’ gear. The text plays with words on faith, tongues, and mosquitoes, suggesting a whimsical link between folly and nature.

Puck

The Reason that the Automatic Refrigerator Consumes as Little

A brief note explains how an automatic refrigerator minimizes energy use by adjusting cooling cycles and insulation. It highlights efficient motors and thermostat control as key factors in lowering power consumption.

Washington Wins Fast Game 7 to 5 Over Morning Sun

Washington pitcher Shenefell held Morning Sun to six hits and earned a 7 to 5 victory on Saturday afternoon. McElhinney of Morning Sun struck out eight in a losing effort as Washington built a lead with five runs in the sixth. The next home games against Keota and Fairfield are scheduled, with strong interest in the Jocus Pitch school and local recruiting notes included.

Washington Diegh School Dasefull Fea Morning Sun Washinton Shenefell Piched Westhington Sun McEhinney Morpinge Washington McElhinney Baeger Keota Fairfield Jocus Poul Allen Pagemiller Carter McClanahan R. McKilhinney Wilson Graham Clapper Brown Dolios Shenefelt Russell Merk Critz

Pie Supper at Lexington M E Church Next Wednesday

The Epworth League of the Lexington M E church will host a pie supper at the ball on Wednesday evening the 26th. Each lady is invited to attend and bring a pie. A good time is promised for all who can attend.

The Epworth League Lexington M. FE

Decoration of the Golden Rose Tradition and History

The Golden Rose is a papal decoration of gold blessed on the fourth Sunday in Lent. It honors Catholic princes with a ritual anointing and placement on the altar during mass. Originating in the 13th century, recipients include Henry VII Mary of England Napoleon III and Isabella II of Spain.

Mary of England Maria Teresa Napoleon HV Isabella II of Spain

Self-Improvement Quote From Lyman Abbott

Daily Thought proclaims that a person without aspirations remains poor. Life hinges on realizing unrealized ideals and those with none are figuratively dead, unaware of it.

Lyman Abbott

Marble Mountains Found in German South Africa

Reports claim vast marble mountains were discovered in German South Africa with geological qualities unseen elsewhere. Local officials study the find as researchers compare it to known marble deposits worldwide.

South Africa

Finishing Floors with Chi-Namel Delights Home Makers

CHI NAMEL offers a four day finish that mimics natural grain and resists water spotting. It is easy to apply and reputed to wear better than competing products. The supplier invites inquiries and demonstrations of results for floors woodwork and furniture.

Death of Rufus Yard Pisher of M D Yard

Rufus Yard Pisher died while visiting his daughter in Foley Alabama. The 88 year old civilian, once a grocer in Sargent Yard, lived in Shreverard Illinois with his wife and family. Survived by second wife and three children, funeral services set for Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the M D Yard residence conducted by Reverend Coon.

Molt Yard Foley Ishetat Rufus Yard C. P. Walbridge Mr Yard Sargent & Yard M. Yard Tit City Walbridge Alabama Ebner Yard Oklahoma M. D. Yard Welock Tey

Merital Tonic Digestive Advertised as Restorative

A promotional note claims modern life overtaxes the nervous system and digestion leading to fatigue and gloom. It recommends Merital Tonic Digestive as a reliable builder that tones the system, improves appetite, aids digestion, and purifies the blood. Local representation is Lemmon's Pharmacy with a guaranteed satisfaction promise.

American Drug & Press Association Lemmon’s Pharmacy

Quotation From Mr Richquick On Venice Sewers

A humorous exchange recalls Venice with Mr Richquick noting the city as the slowest he visited and joking that its sewers were constantly busted during the stay.

Venice Mr. Richquick Puch

China uses centuries old farming by most natives

More than two thirds of China's population are agriculturists relying on traditional methods passed down through generations.

China

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