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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1911
Page
4
A historic note describes egg lemonade mixing juicy lemon juice with sugar and yolk, then adding plain water or sparkling water. The recipe highlights a refreshing tang and a creamy texture from the yolk in a traditional preparation.
A garbled column mixes comments on Winston Churchill’s reduced public presence in Britain with a Paris civil baptism concept, tuberculosis declines, and a sensational real estate listing. The piece references travel plans by a Paris journalist and lists household goods for sale near a press office.
Minot North Dakota sees a rush of homeseekers registering to enter lands at Port Berthold Indian Reservation. Registration starts Monday as about 645 acres are offered with appraisals up to six dollars per acre. The tract runs along Great Northern's line and includes arable parcels for farming within the Pine Ridge and neighboring reservations in South Dakota.
A garbled 18th century style summary notes a severe earthquake near a St Michael church and a Caribbean hurricane causing heavy loss of life and desertion. It mentions Hungary Russia conflict, a note to the Czar, and Stanton reporting barge explosions with many dead and wounded. An Irish land bill and Seattle irrigation debate close the fragment.
A terse remark on indulging sadness as a grave delinquency attributed to Eliot highlights a measured stance toward melancholy in literary tone. The line critiques overindulgence in discontent within creative reflection.
Contagious blood poison shows ulcers mouth throat spots and hair loss. The ad claims S S S purges the poison from the blood and offers a home treatment booklet with free medical advice from The Swift Specific Co Atlanta GA.
A grand aviation exposition opens tomorrow at Grant Park Chicago with six nations represented and crowds expected from Joliet and surrounding areas. Organizers report a quarter million dollars spent and eight thousand dollars in prizes for event records, while safety rules aim to protect spectators and prevent bystander injuries.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an August 1911 examination in Washington for Clerk Carrier at the local post office. Applications must be filed before closing business August 26, 1911. See local secretary Harry Bell for full requirements. salaries range from 600 to 1290 dollars annually.
The report claims Russian oats make up three fourths of a horse’s yearly diet and surpass American cereal in sustaining power. It also notes animals never tire of the steady Russian oat diet as they do with hay and corn in the United States.
A note recalls that Judge who sits on the Supreme Court once mishandled language in court. While presiding a replevin over property in a dog lot he told the jury there were twenty four hogs in the drove. He then added exactly twice as many as in the jury box.
EB Chamberlain of Clinton Maine praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a universal healer for burns sores boils and injuries. He claims it removes sting pain and terror and stresses it is sold only at Leimmon's Pharmacy.
A Dijon museum sword is identified as the weapon used by Joan of Arc and given to her by Charles VII. One side of the hilt shows a kneeling figure before a cross with the inscription Charles VII, the other side bears Vancouleurs. The blade bears France and Orleans arms and the date 1419.
Woman endures backache headache nervousness loss of appetite and poor sleep due to kidney and bladder troubles. Foley Kidney Pills promise prompt relief from pain misery and renewed health. Sold by all druggists.
Brighton hosts a Booster day next Tuesday August 1 with a 10 o clock automobile parade. Machine owners from all areas are invited to join. Prizes of 7.00, 5.80, and 2.90 in cash will be awarded for the best decorated cars.
A reflective remark questions what we stand for rather than where we stand and urges moving forward with purpose and action.
Jean Huysmans, a ladies' tailor, offers 10 percent discount on all work ordered through the 15th of this month. In stock now are full sample lines with suits starting at $15.00, guaranteed workmanship, and a coupon is required.
The bearer will receive a ten percent discount on any suit ordered on or before August 16. Jean Kluysmans, ladies' tailor in Washington Iowa, guarantees quality and workmanship. The early buyer discount aims to avoid the fall rush.
City of Washington Iowa warns owners to cut weeds along curb lines and alleys on their real estate within ten days of publication. If ignored, the city will cut the growth and assess costs as a special assessment against the property per law and ordinance. Dated Washington Iowa elev enth day of GLASGOW James D Glasgow Mayor.
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