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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1910

Page

4

Fourteenth Annual Women Missionary Meeting Planned

The Women's Home Missionary Society of the Muscatine district Iowa conference will hold its fourteenth annual meeting at the Methodist church April 29 to May 1. Miss Nellie Snider of Lena Illinois leads a Friday program with Mrs. A B Smith and Mabel Marsh presenting readings and devotionals. Saturday features papers on home mission work including Porto Rico, with talks by Mrs. J E Corley and Mrs. Naomi Day and Sunday services at 11 and 7 30 led by Miss Snider.

Women's Home Missionary Society of the A. 8. Smith Kate Wilson Nellie Snider Lena Mabel Marsh Mary Crawford A. R. Dewey Porto Rico J. E. Corley North English Naomi Day Bloomfield Kingdom Ill

Borrowed smiles and wry newspaper humor lines

A reader requests publication of poems and quips quoted from Chicago News Chicago Post and Philadelphia Bulletin jokes. It notes lines about fashion morals Darwinian humor and the ark joke plus the shift from horse laughter to the automobile smile and ends with Old Mother Hubbard.

Prolonging Life: Weber’s Life Extension Prescriptions

A London lecture by Sir Hermann Weber outlines steps to lengthen life. Emphasizes moderation, pure air, daily exercise, early sleep, regular baths, mental work, calm mind, and strong will to curb stimulants and poisons.

Royal College of Physicians London Hermann Weber Harper’s Weekly

Explorers plot joint book tour and lecture plan

Two travelers who independently reached the south pole discuss not wrangling but sharing authorship and travel for a joint book. One will handle the speaking parts while the other handles visuals. They divide the soils among themselves and call the outcome satisfactory. KITCHEN NOTE mentions welsh rabbit for dog and a rest room rug fundraiser with local donors urging more contributions.

South Pole

Foley Kidney Remedy Promises Cure for Kidney Trouble

Foley's Kidney Remedy claims to cure any case of kidney and bladder trouble not beyond medical reach. Advertises as highly effective. Lemmon's Pharmacy McElhinney Drug Company distribute the remedy.

Foley Lemmon’s Pharmacy McElhinney Drug Company

Frey photographs praised by top judges for quality

Critics elevate Frey’s photos citing simple, direct superiority in quality. The ad invites readers to visit and see for themselves, asserting unmatched clarity and craft.

Frey

St James School program features music and lecture

A Tuesday evening program in the St James auditorium drew a well attended crowd. Jay McNamara chaired. Margaret Reiner opened with a grand march. the Bailey trio performed. the St James chorus sang Life of Youth. Rev J J Condon delivered a scholarly address on Western Europe in the 10th and 11th centuries, praising the church's historic role and social influence.

St James Auditorium Jay McNamara Margaret Reiner Leonard Bailey Richard Swift Kenneth Bailey Life of Youth St. James Choir J. J. Condon Churchville Iowa Western Europe North Church

Lecture Draws Rapt Audience in School Hall

The lecture attracted full attention and was regarded as an instructive showing. Refreshments followed in the library hall and were enjoyed by all. A neat sum was realized for the school.

Want Ad Sparks Local Results in The Journal

A short want ad in The Journal promises quick responses and public interest. Readers seek services, sales, or job leads, with emphasis on prompt contact and local outreach.

Milk price cut to six cents a quart from May first

Beginning May 1, the price of milk will be reduced to 6 cents a quart. A few more customers wanted. Chas Dennison, Phone 509 Blue.

Chas. Dennison Phone Blue

Notice to policy holders on May assessment due

Notice from J. W. Morton, collector at 6215 urging policyholders in the North American Accident Insurance company to pay the May assessment this week to avoid delays.

J. W. Morton

Fine Lot of Diamonds at the North Side Jewelry Store

G W Hobson advertises a fine lot of diamonds at the North Side Jewelry Store with direct New York importers. The note promises savings on prices and special commencement presents, inviting customers to view the selection.

North Side New York G. W. Hobson

The Royal Market Ad Promotes Libbys Fruit Picks

The Royal markets itself as the best stocked store in the state offering Libbys peaches pears apricots and plums at cheaper prices. It invites customers to visit and save money by shopping there.

Libby

City Bus Line Phone Orders Promptly Attended

Call up 689 Black for bus line orders and arrangements by Frank Rogers. Leave your street and number for prompt service.

Frank Rogers

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