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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1907

Page

6

Wet march for Thirteenth Cavalry reaches Fort Leavenworth

The First squadron of the Thirteenth Cavalry marching from Ft. Riley to Ft. Sheridan endured a rain soaked overland trek. They covered 120 miles of a 664 mile journey toward the long retreat while facing delays and equipment mishaps along Sheridan drive. Captain Fitzhugh Lee led the wagon train as the line of march tested soldier endurance and patience in stormy conditions.

Ft. Leavenworth Kan Thirteenth Cavalry Ft. Riley Ft. Sheridan Winchester Lovemont Salt Creek Valley Sheridan Salt Creek Hill Fitzhugh Lee M Roosevelt Napoleon Philip Sheridan, Jr

Governor Cummins Denounces Oil Fine as Penalty

Des Moines reports Governor Cummins on returning from vacation comments that a prison sentence would have been more effective than the 29 million dollar Standard Oil fine. He says the penalty should warn and halt rebaters and unlawful practices, noting the law could not impose confinement.

Des Moines Iowa Standard Oil Company Cummins

Ten Years in Bed Kidney Cure Testimony

R A Gray of Oakville Indiana reports ten years bedridden with kidney disease yet found relief after Foley's Kidney Cure. He describes severe immobilization and reliance on top medical skill before using the remedy. It is sold by all druggists.

R. A. Gray J. P Oakville Ind Foley

Summer Styles at Newport Fashion Hints and Frocks

The article highlights August style at Newport with silk coats and trimmings as key features seen among prominent social circles. It notes lace and embroidery, tussore silk gowns, and coordinated hat trims, parasols, and gloves amid a chic crowd at the Casino tennis tournament.

Casino

Janet designs gowns from old prints for Newport society

The Newport social scene features Miss Janet, daughter of a renowned railroad magnate, designing her own frocks from her print collection. She uses white tussore fabrics with embroidered appliques and heavy lace. Mara boubout scarves and ostrich feather trims in mauve tones are highly fashionable favorites.

Newport Janet

Water proof fashion fabrics touted as Cravenette auto wear

Outdoor fashion praises Priestly Cravenettes for water proofing and non spotting qualities in wide cloth and color ranges. The circular Cravenette trademark stamped on every yard protects buyers from imitations as French circular veils accompany automobiling style.

City Banks Close At Noon For Chautauqua Sessions

Banks in the city will close at noon each day during the Chautauqua sessions. Citizens are urged to remember the schedule and govern themselves accordingly.

The Des Moines Vaudeville Cashier Check Ruse

A Des Moines vaudeville scene centers on a bogus cashier check from a yeast firm. The con man claims payment terms and seeks cash, threatening to withhold funds unless compensated, while the audience questions authenticity and identities.

Osgar Diss Bank

Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for All Stages

An advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure neutralizes catarrh by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers one hundred dollars for any failing case and urges readers to request testimonials, with Toledo based F. J. Cheney & Co. as suppliers and pills for constipation also promoted.

Hall B.e F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio

Eye Muscle Training Claimed To Relieve Strain

An interview with C. B. Lemmon describes a method to treat eye strain in people under 35 by testing refractive errors and eye muscle strength. He asserts that strengthening eye muscles through exercises can reduce or eliminate the need for glasses in many cases and improve headaches associated with strain.

C. 8. Lemmon Mr. Lemmon

Notice Arrangements Made for Assessments Payment

Modern Woodmen informs members that arrangements are in place to pay assessments at Washington County Savings Bank. 45-26. Thorne.

Washington County Savings Bank Thorne

Urino Laxative Syrup Guarantee Promise

Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup sold with a positive guarantee to cure constipation sick headache stomach trouble or indigestion. If it fails manufacturers refund your money. Sold by all druggists.

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