Lightning Strikes Barn North of Keota In Fire
The Sol Stone farm barn six miles north of Keota burned last night with its contents though no livestock were inside. Local visitors included T O Foley and wife Mia Stranahan and others from Battle Creek Michigan. Community notes mention several residents traveling, visiting, or taking new posts in August.
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T. O. Foley
A. Stranahan
Mia
J. ©. Keck
Lindley
Battle Creek
Mich
Lightning Struk
Sol Stone Farm
Here
Jesse Rabby
W. W. Wilson
Mr. Wilson
Washington Census Signals Steady Growth and Civic Pride
Census estimates place Washington population at 4255, up 514 since five years ago and 1020 since 1890, with 1895 figures showing continued solid growth. The article praises residents for wiser, better numbers and lasting development including churches schools and parks, while noting historic fluctuations and a forecast of continued expansion. It also promotes Dwight's Complexion Beautifier with a free trial offer from D W Custer & Co. of Huntington, West Virginia.
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Washington
Towa
Hvening Journal
Dwight
D. W. Custer & Co
Huntington, W. Va
Colorado Letter From Denver to Mother
A Colorado letter from Denver dated August 10 details a ten day outing at Moraine Estes Park with sunburn and a return to the city. The writer mentions visiting Miss Gretta Williams and her social circle, plans to travel to Edgerton and visit Mrs. Rona Kizer, and a forthcoming trip to Colorado Springs and Manitou to see sights.
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Denver
Con
Moraine
Estes Park
Gretta Williams
Gretta
Wilcox
Euwer
Rowan
Edgerton
Rona (Edmondson) Kizer
Evan Jones
Ainsworth
Colorado Springs
Manitou
Pikes Peak
Climbing Tale From Flat Top Mountain Ad
A letter from Evsie McCoon and Dr. Guthrie describes an upcoming mountain climbing adventure on Flat Top Mountain. The note hints at fatigue and sun exposure moments to come, reflecting personal experiences during the expedition.
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Mr. Stark
Evsie McCoon
Washington Academy Enters 26th Session with Strong Alumni Record
Washington Academy opens its 26th annual session on Tuesday September 11. The last catalogue shows enrollment of 118 students and 27 alumni. The school boasts a wide network of graduates entering top colleges and universities at home and abroad. Many new students plan to enroll this fall and encourage former students to resume studies to advance to Sophomore or Junior status.
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West
Fire nearly destroys Lizzie Daugherty home on Madison street
The Daugherty residence at 213 East Madison Street suffered a near disaster on Sabbath when a gasoline stove generator malfunction caused a fire during dinner. The blaze damaged surrounding items before being put out, but the house was saved.
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Lizzie Daugherty
East
Madison Street
Board meeting aims to right past actions in Washington
In a Aug 11, 1900 letter from Washington, the writer recalls a court house meeting where board members admit hastiness and seek to set things right. They draft a public statement for later release and promise the writer will read it when proper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Court House
Jim Bratty
Weather forecast for Iowa from The Evening Journal
The Washington weather bulletin forecasts Iowa by region. Tonight will be fair with showers in the eastern portion. Wednesday is expected to be fair.
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Washingrton
D. C
Lowa
Weather improves as showers revive crops after heat
Drought relief arrives with showers on August 11 and 12 boosting late corn and unmatured crops. Hot days harmed pastures and late potatoes while the bulk of corn on rich land benefits from ripening weather and heavy July rains. Most corn nears maturity and should withstand early frost. apple crop prospects look poorer in the south. Philadelphia Cloak and Suit Co. to hold a Ladies Tailored Suits sale at the New York Store on August 14 with measurements offered.
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Montrose Bicycle
Montrose
Shelby
Corp
Philadelphia Cloak and Suit Co
New York
Company D Heads to Ottumwa Camp with Fiftieth Law
Company D J N G leaves tomorrow for Ottumwa to join eleven other companies in the Fiftieth Light Horse move. A special Rock Island car will carry the unit while Muscatine’s Company D and Davenport’s Company B follow on the same train. Cunningham and McConmuchey, on cook detail, were sent ahead by Captain Brookhart. Muster rolls are being prepared and a full list will be published tomorrow.
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Ottumwa
Evening Picnic With Sabbath School Class
Mrs. Dr. McClelland led seven young ladies on a picnic last night. They left town at 6 30 pm with Lois Overholt and other friends including Etna Baird Flo Purvis Nellie Euwer Miss Boyd Flo Hoopengardner Althea Montgomery. The party enjoyed refreshments and laughter until about 10 pm.
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Dr. McClelland
Lois Overholt
Weeks Break-Up A Cold Tablets Claim Cure
Advertisement offers Weeks Break-Up-A-Cold tablets to treat a cold or La Grippe with a money back refund if ineffective. Priced at 25 cents, sold by Stewart's Pharmacy.
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Stewart’s Pharmacy
County Commissioners Visit Kalona Ditch Site
A N Alberson D C Kyle and AJ Dawson appointed to apportion taxes for property benefiting the Kalona ditch visited Kalona this morning with County Auditor Ingham to inspect the site and plan a report to the board of supervisors. Merdon Law leaves for St Paul to begin a Western Union post. Washington boys Joe Benz and Robt Klass have taken jobs in St Paul and Hutchinson respectively.
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A.N. Alberson
D. C. Kyle
A J. Dawson
Kalona
Ingham
County Board of Supervisors
Merdon Law
Western Union
St. Paul
Washington
Joe Benz
Rob’t Klass
Rock Island
Hutchinson
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Washington Academy
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