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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1911
Page
3
An old remedy tale promotes sage tea for dark, glossy hair and touts Wyett's Rage and Ralphur Hair Ranelly as a modern alternative. The ad claims sulfur and other ingredients work better than cooking sage, with a money back guarantee if it fails and the product sold by druggists at fifty cents a bottle.
Chicago through its Board of Health distributed bulletins posters and leaflets to warn mothers about dangerous infant medicines and to promote proper baby care. A compiled list titled Beware of These Baby Killers names patent syrups containing morphine or similar drugs.
On August 2 events include a London plague outbreak in 163. 1641 Cromwell raises Commonwealth colors over Perth after a week siege. 1770 Russian victory over the Turks with heavy losses at Perth. 1786 Margaret Nicholson attempts to assassinate George II. 1733 Marie Antoinette imprisoned. 1742 Bonaparte linked to a fire. 16115 unclear conference among Austria Russia and Prussia with consul representation.
An old advertisement claims Meritol Tonie Digestive Tonic cures fatigue and poor nutrition by improving stomach function and blood quality. It asserts new life for all body organs, touts a generous appetite increase, and notes exclusive agency through Lenemon's Pharmacy and backing by the American Drug and Press Association.
A fragment quotes a child’s remark about buying a battle ship for a dancing party and a parent’s puzzled reply, reflecting a social fad narrative from Cleveland.
A brief note from the Birningham Age Herald remarks on poetry as a craft, with quips about writing long poems and the poet’s verge singing poorly. The item reflects a literary jab rather than a report on a specific event.
On August 2 troops took possession of the Juarez custom house. Former federal officeholders were ordered out. Restoration of federal employees who had been removed is ordered to take place.
The carnival in Colorado Springs features Eagle Men aviators and Ute displays marking the celebration of Colorado and city birthdays. Visitors from East and West witness sun dances at Council Rock and learn about modern miracles in aerial performances.
Toronto Ont August 2 All bids from railway contractors are due today on the Hudson Bay railway starting from the Canadian Northern terminus near the Saskatchewan river. The contract will be let as soon as possible with steel expected on most of the first half by year end. Tenders for the remainder will be called early next year. Chief Engineer Armstrong oversees the project from Winnipeg. The completed line would allow rail travel from Hudson Bay to Managua via Canada United States Mexico Guatemala and El Salvador.
The annual pater-films golf competition at Midlothian Country Club begins under Western Golf Association sanction. Fathers and sons from Western-affiliated clubs meet for the pat er-fillus championship, a long-standing event originated in 1904 and first won by Charles I. and Paul Hunter defeating George K. Thorne and George A. Bow.
The Indiana Sachimetti and two battleships arrived off the Gin today and were greeted by British military officers at the stronghold. The squadron will remain until next Tuesday then move to Solomon's Island and Annapolis.
Reno Nevada reported Scotty plans another spectacular across the continent on a special train similar to his first national feat. After this fling he intends to settle down as a domesticated ambrey. He claims a rich gold ledge in the mountains funds his travels and will reveal its location this month.
Dr. Charles Pranard, renowned French authority on housing and con gestion problems, speaks at Grand Rapids today. Appointed by the French government, he will address the national meeting of building loan men in the city.
Park Ridge Country club hosts a novel golf contest at dawn with twenty four players using knapsacks and canteens. They start at 6 am from the club grounds toward Lincoln Park fifteen miles away as home green. Players must finish without food or water stops and act as their own caddies amid varied hazards.
New York August 2 John M Ward the veteran golfer known to two generations of devotees of the Great Scotch game will take part in the annual Shinnecock Hills tournament to be held over the coming three days. Ward always attends the Shinnecock affair and this year his name tops the entrants list.
The Lord Mayor welcomed thousands of men and women at Mansion House as Gaelic League sessions begin to revive the ancient language songs and pastimes. Douglas Hyde presides with many prominent Irish figures at home and abroad backing the movement.
Washington reports that Encke's comet is due for appearance this month and perhaps this week. The modest celestial traveler orbits the sun every three and a third years and may be visible through an opera glass when well placed. Astronomers question the resisting medium theory of its motion and await the new appearance for clues.
Play began today in the New York state tennis championships on the Crescen Athletic Club courts. Entries include most of the peak players of the Empire State.
In Columbus Ohio Aug 2 Judge Kinkead is to rule on a motion for a retrial of Rodney J Diegle sergeant at arms of the Ohio senate charged with aiding Senator L R Andrews of Canton to solicit a bribe. The motion cites improper conduct in the jury room. Diegle has been dropped from the payroll and may be reappointed if cleared of bribery claims.
Detroit action features a $10,000 Merchants and Manufacturers stake as a Die centerpiece. Attendance figures and other event details follow in the card’s key feature.
An Illinois Davenport advertisement touts the Neal treatment as a cure for liquor addiction. It promises a three day course of vegetable remedies at the News Institute 821 Farnam Street Davenport Iowa with refunds if dissatisfied. The notice cites endorsements by prominent local business figures and lists Neal Institutes in major cities.
The program highlights a major stake for 2:24 trotters with listed entries including Ethel Lymm Anvil Gordon Todd Hannah Louise Lady Green Goods Sandy Willow Lewis Forrest Mary G Nan ab and The Huguenot. Also on the card are two year old Horsemen Futurity two in three pace and two in tiree pacing events with purses of 2000 3000.
A vintage testimonial-style notice promotes Eleetric Buffers as a blood purifier to regulate stomach liver and kidneys and expel poisons from the blood. C. T. Budahn of Tracy California commends it as the best blood purifier. Sold at Lemmon's Pharmacy for 0c.
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