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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1912
Page
2
Ike Alpine Aerie No 1943 meets the second and fourth Wednesday each month Visiting members in good standing welcome E G Fox W P R C DuBois Secy.
Valley Forge Camp No. 868 holds weekly meetings every Thursday evening in the hall on North Side Square. All neighbors welcome. J. G. Moriarty serves as clerk.
Regular meetings announced for Mason ic Frater nities including Washington Lodge 26 A F and A M second Friday Cyrus Chapter 18 R A M and Bethlehem Commandery 45 K T third Friday Washington Chapter 98 C E S second Thursday Visiting members welcome J W Morton secretary and other officers named for each body.
The article traces William Howard Taft’s career from judge to first civil governor of the Philippines in 1900, his 1905 Supreme Court declined appointment, 1906 Cuba governorship, and 1907 tours to Panama Cuba Porto Rico Philippines Japan and Russia. It notes his 321 electoral votes to Bryan’s 162 and signals his renomination prospects.
The Baltimore Women's Civic League eyes vacant lot gardens inspired by Minneapolis success. The plan would loan idle city lots to families to farm, boosting food supply and lowering vegetable prices. cautionary notes on tree vandalism and faulty tar paint treatments in Indianapolis are included.
A columnist from Indianapolis warns readers about dangers of untrained tree trimming and urges caution. The piece emphasizes safe practices and the risks faced by homeowners hiring inexperienced workers.
A real estate expert and landscape engineers guide creating a residence park with curved streets large lots and underground wiring. Streets are parked and terraced with grass shrubs and flowers. Land is sold under building restrictions to guarantee security and reserve the park for homes.
The article advises planting the common lima bean vine next spring to provide dense foliage and abundant fruit. It notes the beans are easy to pick and the vine yields bountifully for shade and beauty on a kitchen porch.
An advertisement from Lemmon’s Pharmacy touts Merito Eezema Remedy as a treatment to clear skin and remove disagreeable sores. The copy emphasizes skin treatment and relief but provides no clinical evidence or usage details.
In Cedar Rapids on April 24 the Taft faction secured 776 of 1481 delegates, enough to name the at large delegates for the national convention. Taft earns 16 Iowa delegates, Cummins 10, after a night of factional moves.
Special to Evening Journal reports a crowded Republican state convention in Cedar Rapids. C. M. Thomas of Maquoketa chairs the temporary organization as Taft forces seek control while a possible Roosevelt stampede looms. Senator Cummins was in town and returned to Washington as factions contest the decisive votes expected later in the day.
Dr J W Weinstein cites motor insufficiency when the stomach lacks seven hours to empty after a full meal. Delays of five hours between meals are common and can disrupt digestion. Encourages extending periods between meals and advocates a ten and five daily eating pattern to improve conditions.
Albert Baird Cummins emerged as an early Republican advocate for tariff revision and the Iowa idea. He opposed Taft's renomination over Payne tariff policy, income tax, public land control, and the Canadian reciprocity bill. Cummins is currently serving a second term as Iowa governor previously three terms.
Narrative recounts Casement's brigade at a bridge near Franklin where an old boat ferried troops across. The Sixty-fifth Indiana deployed as skirmishers and joined a planned flank against a Confederate fort. General Cox and Colonel Jack watched as Hood's forces advanced and Casement inspired his men before a pivotal moment in battle.
A narrative recalls Colonel Jack Casement known for leading during the Atlanta campaign. A Parisian memorial tone notes his courtesy to soldiers, recounting an NC moment near Johnston's surrender when he refused repeated salutes unless an officer accompanied him.
Three hundred crew members of the Olympic White Star Line struck five minutes before sailing from Southampton citing collapsible life rafts as unseaworthy. They have relocated their business to the Citizens' Savings Bank building at the square, welcoming former and new customers.
Estimated receipts 25000 with 12165 left over from yesterday. Market prospects slow at yesterday's average. Light trading 7.30 to 7.70, mixed packers 7.45 to 7.80, heavy shipping grades 7.40 to 7.80. Rough 7.40 to 7.55. Cattle 17000 with prospects best steady while others shade lower. Sheep 20000 with prospects steady at yesterday's close.
The Chicago market reports April 24 1912 show receipts today 24000 with mixed cattle hogs and sheep trading. Hogs strong to 5 higher with bulk 7.60 7.80. cattle steady to 10 lower. sheep 10 to 30 higher. Prices span multiple categories and regions.
The notice lists grain prices for Wheat Corn and Oats with May July and Sep quotations and shows receipts estimates for Wheat Corn and Oats. It includes a closing note about anticipated actions tomorrow and a price reference of 20 dollars.
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