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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1919

Page

5

Pershing Praises Rainbow Division After Rhine Review

General John J. Pershing lauds the Rainbow division, including the 168th infantry and Co. K members, for courage and integrity after a March 16 Rhine review. He praises American Expeditionary Forces, urges pride in moral victory, and thanks the troops for their service and discipline.

168Th John J. Pershing Rhine Ludendorf Bridge America Rainbow Cantigny Chateau Thierry Marne Aisne St. Mihiel Meuse-Argonne American Expeditionary Forces Sander

Welcome for Sickness Cleansing with Foley Tablets

An advertisement from Lemmon's Pharmacy promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets as a wholesome quick action remedy for indigestion and clogged bowels. It claims undigested food ferments, poisons the system, and promises to cleanse bowels, sweeten the stomach, and tone the liver.

Lemmon's Pharmacy

Public utilities deal in Centerville area lands

The Iowa Southern Utilities company with 33 miles of interurban lines and 25 southern Iowa towns including Centerville plants, valued at 2 1/2 million dollars, is sold to David C. Fisher & Co of Davenport. Transfer set for May 15. Owners Frank Payne and D C Bradley. Payne previously a representative. Cradley a banker. The firm operates 240 miles of high tension lines serving 30 coal mines and multiple towns including Mystic, Moravia, Rathbun, Brazil, and Centerville.

Centerville Iowa Southern Utilities Company Iowa David C. Fisher & Co Davenport Frank 8. Payne D.C. Bradley Payne Cradley Mystic Albia Moravia Rathbun Brazil Moulton Exline Cincinnati Allerton Lineville Davis City Garden

Snake Gil Will Limber You Up A New Creation Pain Killer

An oil touted as a universal remedy for rheumatism neuralgia lumbago and swollen joints plus cuts burns sore throat and croup. Marketed as a superior preparation with golden red color and money back guarantee. Sherman Bros advertises 50c 60c and ornal quantities.

Sherman Bros Adyt

Centerville power firm to rebuild plant after sale

A group of buyers from Grove Humeston Weldon Van Wert Le Roy Derby Mount Ayr Leon Blackiey KHedding Maloy Kenton Diagonal Lenox plan to take over the Leon and Mount Ayr properties and advance improvements in Centerville. The anticipated project includes rebuilding the power house, currently 3 000 horsepower, with expansion. Mr Payne will sever his interests and remain in Centerville as manager after seventeen years in charge.

Payne Centerville

Roosevelt Memorial Projects Proposed for Washington Oyster Bay

A Roosevelt memorial plan was unveiled at a Waldorf dinner creating three aims: a Washington monumental memorial, a park in Oyster Bay to include Sagamore Hill, and a Roosevelt Memorial Association to promote his policies. Col. Boyce announced state organization and full committee accord.

New York Washington Oyster Bay Theodore Roosevelt Waldorf William B. Thompson Roosevelt Permanent Memorial National Committee No. 1 Madison Avenue Sagamore Hill Mount Vernon Lincoln Springfield Roosevelt Memorial Association Boyce Roosevelt Washington Memorial Colonel Boyce Goodrich Indiana Senator Kellogg Oklahoma Irwin Kirkwood Kansas City William Loeb, Jr Gifford Pinchot Elihu Reot Henry G. Wal

Des Moines Leaders Highlight General Wood Visit

Des Moines hosts a visit by General Leonard Wood as officials showcase military ties and civic initiatives. The event draws local leaders and residents to discuss national defense and regional affairs.

Lace Des Moines Gen. Leonard Wood

Woman on the Index at Fox with Pauline Frederick

Pauline Frederick stars in Goldwyn's The Woman on the Index at the Fox Theatre this Thursday. The film follows a woman with a criminal past who becomes secretary and later wife to a wealthy man, facing discovery when a detective-turned-secret-service head reveals her record. The cast includes Mack, Wyndham Standing, Jere Austin and Francis Joyner.

Pauline Fredick Fox Theatre Goldwyn Miss Frederick Lillian Trimble Bradley George Broadhurst New York Willard Mack Hobart Henley Mr. Mack Wyndham Standing Jere Austin Francis Joyner Secret Service

Jad Salts Urges Backing of Less Meat and Kidney Health

An old advertisement touts Jad Salts as a kidney cleansers remedy urging readers to eat less meat to avoid uric acid buildup. It claims Jad Salts from grapes and lemon juice with lithia flushes kidneys, relieves back pain, urinary irritation, and bladder disorders, and can be safely used by millions.

Exoneration Sparks Fox Photoplay Thrill

A dramatic plot unfolds as a wife’s damning actions are overturned, transforming her in her husband’s view and delivering one of the era’s most exciting Fox screen photoplays.

Fox

Monroe Boys Fined for Mud Toss at School Chief

Seven Monroe youths faced Justice M J Carey for throwing mud at R C Pitman superintendent of Monroe schools and later at his home. All but two pleaded guilty and were fined fifty dollars and costs. two denied guilt and await county attorney review.

Newton Monroe Justice M. J. Carey R. C. Pitman Justice Carey Omer Sipe Ed Volk John Fouch Ralph Jarnagin Russell den Hoedt Park Fouch Millard Kaldenburg

Costs and suspended fine amid good behavior

The record notes costs totaling 4.95 dollars and a fine that was suspended during a period of good behavior, indicating leniency while the subject complies with conditions.

Foley Kidney Pills advertised by Lemmon's Pharmacy

Mrs L Wayne of Ocean Park California praises Foley Kidney Pills claiming they rid her of all pain. The ad lists backache sore muscles stiff joints and rheumatic pains as kidney trouble signs and urges others to try the pills for relief.

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