Special meeting of Stock Holders at Smouse's Hall
The Jackson Pipe Organ Co sets a stock holders meeting for next Tuesday evening August 11 at 8 o'clock at Smouse's Hall. President SMouse and Levi Kline figure in a gun incident at the central telephone office where a revolver misfired injuring no one seriously. Daniel Wenger, son of farmer C Wenger, will move to Washington September 1 to join Daugherty Bros. in clothing and menswear. four Wenger brothers stay in Wayland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Pipe Organ Co
Smouse
Liste Win
Levi Kline
Daniel Wenger
Daughtery Bros
Washington
Daniel
C. Wenger
Mtle East
Dan
Waylands
Wayland News
Bound Over For Work Burglar Case In Police Court
A man named Davis, posing as a Mason in Davenport, tried to bilk locals from the New York Store and others. He claimed to be hurt aboard the Steam-boat St Paul, bought a Columbus Junction ticket, then rode toward Davenport but fled when Davenport Lodge verification failed. He is described as about forty five with a heavy build and black mustache.
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Davis
M. P
Miller
Chas. Brown
New York
Davenport
St. Paul
Burlington
Columbus Junction
Here
A. N. Alberson
Mullin Critiques Teachers and Ventilation in School Talk
Prof Mullin addresses normal students on Sirourney, urging teachers to accept criticism, self‑inventory their faults, and consider fairness. He stresses ventilation as vital, noting air turns foul in twenty minutes and bad air aging teachers, urging improved schoolroom conditions.
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Sirourney
Mullin
Well Kept Washington Homes Impress Visitors
A reader describes a pleasant evening drive through Washington showing well kept lawns and freshly painted homes. The narrator notes visitors consistently leave with praise for the city’s upkeep and presentation.
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Washington
Boy Struck by Vehicle In Front Of Store
Saturday crowds filled the city as Sherman Benson's seven year old son was knocked down in front of A. N. Alberson's store. He was pulled from under the wheels and taken to a doctor's office with no bones broken.
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Sherman Benson
A. N. Alberson
Burglary at Narrow Gauge Depot Foiled
Two men were seen at the Narrow Gauge depot last night around 1 o clock attempting to conceal stolen goods. Sheriff Teeter and Heath were called but the pair escaped. Deputy Post Master Shearer was disturbed by burglars but found no clear sign of their attempts this morning.
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Teeter
Heath
Shearer
Washington Democrats Headed for Ottumwa Convention
The Democrat notes the Ottumwa convention will be well represented by Washington Democrats. Those who departed this morning include Alex Miller Geo Jacobs Chas Miller Postmaster Hood J J Kellogg G Griffith Jas Marbourg Bi Scranton Samuel Manatt and Henry Richer.
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Democrat
Ottumwa
Washington Democrats
Alex Miller
Geo. Jacobs
Chas. Miller
Postmaster Hood
J. J. Kellogg
G. Griffith
Jas. Marbourg
Bi Scranton
Samuel Manatt
Henry Richer
Postponed bicycle races set for Warner's track tonight
The bicycle races postponed earlier will be held at Warner's track this evening at seven o'clock. This is the first race in the season series with admission ten cents, invites extended to the public.
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Warner's
Republican ward caucuses set for Friday evening
The Republican ward caucuses will be held Friday evening in listed venues: First Ward at the Fire House, Second Ward at City Hall, Third Ward at Smouse's hall, and Fourth Ward at Music hall.
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First Ward
City Hall
Third Ward
Smouse
Airship Craft Near Grace Hill Aims for Washington Flight
Mr Brinton continues work on a small airship near Grace Hill and has fitted a 5 horsepower gasoline engine. Once finished he plans to sail to Washington with a public demonstration attracting a large crowd.
Ron and Nichols Move to New Grocers Shop
North side grocers Ron and Nichols announce they will move September 1 to the room now occupied by J C McCartney and Son at the southwest corner of the square. To save moving costs they offer a large reduction in groceries of all kinds until the relocation date. Call on them to save money.
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Ron & Nichols
J. C. McCartney & Son
Burglars Try to Enter Home of East Washington Pop Man
Sunday night burglars attempted to gain entrance to the home of R. 2. Lane in East Washington. Mrs. Lane heard noises and saw a figure flee from the gate. Lane armed with a rifle stood vigilant as another intruder fled through the back yard. Later mention notes Harry Ward of Mercer & Chilcote taking a summer vacation.
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R. 2. Lane
Washington
Mulhern Bound Over After Court Appearance
Mr. Mulhern known as the Work Durglar appeared before Justice Rogers and pled not guilty. He waived examination and was bound over to the September court in a $200 bond, which he could not furnish, and he was returned to jail.
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Mulhern
Heat ends with cool night and gun club results
The day closed with relief from heat as a cool breeze settled in. Co D practiced target shooting with Sergeant Page posting the top score 38 of 40 at 400 yards. Local notices include Chas Dodds filing assault charges against horse trainer Mr Kelley after a buggy whip incident. several residents visit relatives and handle small town affairs.
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Chas, Dodds
Kelley
Redeemed and Tested: Hymn Verses Follow Corn Cutter Test
A religious speaker mourns a sinner's redemption while verses praise salvation. The issue then reports a public test of the J. W. White Corn Cutter and Shocker near Washington on August 7th, 1896, with local citizens endorsing the machine as simple, durable, and efficient for cutting ripe corn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. White
John Parris
Washington County
Lincoln
Washington
John Farris
Telephone Company Receives 55 Western Giant Phones
The local telephone company has received 55 Western Giant Phones and plans to have the new exchange in operation soon.
Cure Deafness by Constitutional Remedies, Hall's Catarrh Cure
The article asserts deafness stems from an inflamed Eustachian Tube mucous lining and claims nine of ten cases arise from catarrh. It pledges one hundred dollars for any deafness from catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure, urging readers to send for free circulars from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Fight for Senator Fair Mone y Gets Complicated
Mrs Nettie Craven Fair in San Francisco today produced in court the original copy of her marriage contract with the late Senator James Fair. The document dated May 23 1892 bears a notary seal and is deemed genuine. Letters from the late senator corroborate her claim he intended to provide for her liberal support. The case for the Fair millions promises a bitter protracted contest.
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Fair
Accident Injures Jim Mitchell in Sudden Wagon Hook Catch
Jim Mitchell was injured yesterday morning in Nlavre while boarding a wagon. He was snagged by a wagon hook, sustaining serious limb injuries and profuse bleeding. Threshers nearby summoned a physician and provided aid.
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Nlavre
Jim Mitchell
Barn Fire Destroys Erdice Place Hay Barn Near Town
Ainsworth reports a large barn on the Erdice place just west of town burned to the ground last night. Thirty tons of hay and several stacks were destroyed. Officials suspect tramp caused the blaze. total loss is complete.
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Ainsworth
Aug. I
Erdice Place
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Frank Webb
Phaton
California
Key West
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B.C. Carris & Co
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City and Farm Properties
Chotee
Highland Park
Eastside
Allen Hotel
Campbell & Bowman
Schott’s
Tom Allen
Journal
Cleark
DD. A. Boyer
Shiloh
KE. C. Carris & Co
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FB. C. Carris & Co
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Brinton
Will
Love
Harry Ward
Mercer & Chilcote’s
Cooter
Sayles
Pape
Pete Wilde
Burnham
Neiswanger
Armstrong
C. Neiswanger
Sergt
Page
Wilde
L. Neiswanger
L. Armstrong
J. Burnham
Justice Court
Petit Jury
J. M. Lytle
Highland Two
Friends
Nell Wilson
Mt. Pleasant
Minnie Bennett
W. Bailey
D. J. Patterson
South
D. L. Baird
GG. Hi, Mrainer
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Crawfordsville
Della Wolf
Master Grover
Shannon City, Ia
McCaleb
Rit Maxwell
S. V. Johnson
American Volunteers
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Flood
Pahall
Ain
Jesus
Heavenly Tenth
J.B. Hunt
D.C. Haroil
D. EB. Amspoker
JA. Maxwell
John Atheron
W. W. Miller
Peter Berdo
P.O. Schott
W. FE. Miller
J. W. Miller
T. Owen Foley
J. Farris
J. UM. Farris
Frank Parris
Morton Parris
Waldo Wells
J. Wilson
P.M. Wilson
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Tic
Senator Fair
Serge
Henrietta
North Side Shoe Store
Oxfords
L. W. Pentecost
Wm. Blair & Son
Asey Bros
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Lexington
Po O
Brindley & Eichelberger
Arocery
Northeast Corner Square
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