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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1900

Page

2

Liquor case decision by Judge Clements on Newton trial

Iowa Anti-Saloon League actions target Newton area violators. Adams Express Co found guilty under prohibitory law for C D D liquor sale via non resident dealer delivering to Iowa customer. Judge Clements imposes 400 dollar fine, company to appeal. Other related cases set for August 27 trials.

Clements Newton Iowa Anti-Saloon League Adams Express Company League Iowa Express Company

Advertising as Practical Business Principle in Sales

Advertising is practical business information exchanged between seller and buyer. It highlights that good advertising supplies what people want and presents goods in a way that makes readers feel their need for them.

Advertising World Journal Washington

Jarvis v Laird Hearing Delayed for Sick Patient

Frank Jarvis of Morning Sun sues for labor performed in Folger's court. Dr A J Laird ill with a patient at Ainsworth causes postponement until Thursday. Marsh W Bailey represents the plaintiff and C J Wilson defends.

Frank Jarvis A. J. Laird Folger Ainsworth Morning Sun Marsh W. Bailey C. J. Wilson

Dwight's Complexion Beautifier Free Trial Offer

Readers are invited to try Dwight's Complexion Beautifier, a harmless toilet preparation. To encourage trial, a full size fifty cent box is offered free to any lady who mails her address and a ten cent postage fee. One box per address, send with order to D W Custer & Co Huntington W Va. 307y1

Montrose Bicycle Stu Mortrose Ami Shelby Dis. Org Chicago Express Mead Cycle Company Evening Journal Dwight D. W. Custer & Co Huntington, W. Va

F E Swift Considers Locating Brick Yard Here

F E Swift of Washington Iowa visited Waterloo to study the feasibility of a new brick yard. Local demand already exceeds supply and brick clay is abundant. Prospects point to rising brick demand in coming years amid rapid city growth. An imported Havana cigar named Okomo is advertised.

Waterloo F. E Swift Washington Iowa

Weather and local notes from Washington August forecast

The weather report for Iowa predicts showers and thunderstorms tonight and Tuesday with cooler conditions Tuesday. A Pleasant Hill congregation considers calling Rev. S. K. Qoats of McKumb, Lil. Coates has preached locally and may return. Saturday noon reached 95 degrees. records rose to 98 or 100 according to private thermometers. last evening cooler, hoping the heat wave passes.

Pleasant Hill S. K. Qoats McKumb Lil Coates

Sermon and community notices heat but lively in town

A large crowd attended Rev. John Fergusson's sermon praising progress and righteousness. Local church officers gather funds for their pastor Rev. Andrew Ford and announce an upcoming church anniversary. Citizens are urged to help, Highland Park lanes are improving for evening drives, boat rentals begin tonight, and travelers report relatives in Niagara Falls. Omer Reynolds reports business gains. Chas Means leaves for Des Moines. Jesse Ashby heads to Oskaloosa. Ribbon Squares from Johnson's Bakery sell well.

John Fergusson Fergusson Washington Prince of Darkness Samuel Hall Geo. Davis Ned Skinner Mary Tiffin KF. Wallace A. M. FE Church Andrew Ford Highland Park John Teeter Cora Porter Mattie Emry Niagra Falls Canada Great Lakes Chicago Reynolds Reynolds Gallery Omer Reynolds Omer Chas, Means Des Moines Onto Cultivator Co Jesse Ashby Oskaloosa

Died of grief after high school diploma snub

In Mason Michigan Alta BieCarrick, a former high school student, died after brain fever following a graduation day insult. Superintendent Palmer withheld her diploma and rebuked her for alleged exam shortcomings, which allegedly fueled delirium and grief.

Lansing Mich Mason Alta BieCarrick McCarrick BE. D. Palmer Palmer

Balloon ascent ends with man carried 2000 feet aloft

At a Auburn picnic a balloon ascension went wrong when Harry Gray of Springfield became tied to a guy rope and rose with the balloon. Mrs Bonansinga cut the line to avoid disaster and Gray landed paralyzed with fright but uninjured aside from shock.

Pana Ill Auburn J. Bonanskga Harry Gray Springfield Gray

Death in Galveston Man Found Dead With Poison

John Cole aged 46 was found dead in bed with a bottle of poison in each hand in Galveston Texas. A few weeks earlier Cole's wife also died by suicide with poison.

Galveston Tex John Cole Cole

Verdi and Wrights visit relatives. local news note

Verdi and Mrs E R Wright of Tingley Iowa visit the home of her parents Mr David Logan and wife. Noah Miller of Perlee visits S P Compton's. Tr E Johnson and son Walter returned from the Hedrick fair Saturday.

E. R. Wright Tingley Iowa David Logan Noah Miller Perlee S. P. Compton E Johnson Walter

Runaway Rig Injures Local Youth and Band Boys Practice

Three youths Oral Preston Roy Smiley and Joe Franklin were thrown when a runaway horse bolted near town. Preston was struck on the ankle and will be lame for some time. The band boys are now practicing every night in town.

Oral Preston Roy Smiley Joe Franklin Preston

Mrs Dr Wescott and Baby Visiting in Iowa City

Mrs Dr Wescott and her infant are visiting this week in Iowa City, staying with relatives and planning local sightseeing. The visit highlights family ties and regional hospitality during a brief stay.

Dr. Wescott Baby Iowa City

Visit notes from Fairfield trip and Chicago stock shipment

On August 4 1900 Uriah Smith visited Fairfield for a Sunday visit. Otto Coe took a stock load to Chicago this morning. Mrs Myrtle imry arrived from your city this morning.

Uriah Smith Fairfield Otto Coe Chicago Myrtle Imry

Local residents report travel and visits across towns

Wilber Crawford returned home from Denver. Ortus Adams arrived in the city yesterday morning. Jas Strain came back from Keota after attending a ball game. Mrs McCartney of Monmouth NL visits her brother Geo McCartney. John Arnold of Coppock was in the city today. Mrs Catle and children from Muscatine and Mrs Dawson visit the Spaulding parents.

Wilber Crawford Denver Ortus Adams Jas, Strain Keota

The $5.00 Stetson Shoe Highlighted by Nicola & Harmon

Nicola and Harmon advertise the Stetson Shoe as the brightest star in the shoe world priced at five dollars. The brief notice markets the item as a standout value with emphasis on the brand and store.

Nicola & Harmon

Woman Horrifically Bitten by Gentle Horse at Coppock

Mrs. W. R. Grecian suffered a painful bite on her thumb when a family horse suddenly seized it while she petted the animal near a tree in Coppock. The incident caused strong nervous shock, but no serious injury. she remains under care after the accident.

W. R. Grecian Coppock

Weeks' Break-Up-A-Cold Tablets advertised for curing

Advertisement notes Weeks' Break-Up-A-Cold Tablets with a 25 cent price and refund offer if they fail to cure La Grippe. Mentions Stewart's Pharmacy and claims prosperity for farmers and townsfolk. Journal office promotes engraved calling cards and invitations, inviting public to view stock. tf

Stewart’s Pharmacy Journal

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