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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1912
Page
3
The Lookout argues Paris proves that thorough urban service pays. Clean streets, water, drainage, transit, parks, schools and sanitation justify high maintenance costs as public wealth grows and tourism and commerce flourish.
Colonel Bliss recalls aboard a Hudson River trip with the prince of Wales when crowds on shore mistook him for the royal guest. He bowed as a military aide, the prince read letters, and later the tale amused the monarch. The story, told by E J Edwards, reflects a local episode from the late 19th century.
An English correspondent describes a village garden in Hertfordshire where a rector and a church official cultivate two acres without full-time help. The plot produces beans, celery, sweet peas, and roses, winning numerous prizes and inspiring neighboring allotments to improve.
The Los Angeles Express describes a proposed 30 mile scenic drive from Fremont Gate at Elysian Park along the river hills to Burbank then through Wild Cat pass and Cahuenga pass back to Hollywood. The route promises numerous vistas suitable for painting as it surveys surrounding country and distant mountains.
In Liegniz Germany a woman identified as Mrs Elizabeth Hirsch serves as vice president of the city council after taking over her late husband's large manufacturing interests. Her business success led to her election to municipal office.
Boston council approves an ordinance ordering monthly conferences of department heads and the city council. Mayor Fitzgerald says the meetings will simplify city business and improve publicity for department work.
St. Louis proposes an ordinance requiring all fruits and vegetables displayed for sale to be covered by screens to prevent fly contamination. The note argues street dust and vermin spread disease and that enforcement would largely prevent this health hazard.
The Rev. A. A. Samson of Topeka Kansas will preach at 11 o'clock on Sabbath morning. Sabbath school is at 10. There will be no evening service.
Bible school at 9 30 morning service at 11 o clock and an evening service at the Chautauqua grounds. All are welcome.
Dr Wishart will preach at a union service of First and Second United Presbyterian congregations at First Church. The morning sermon title is Reckoning Time and all are cordially invited to attend.
A vintage ad touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a cure for indigestion and liver issues. It claims they invigorate digestion and bowels, with testimonials of cures for diarrhoea. Available at Lemmon's Pharmacy with an endorsement from M. E. Gebhardt of Oriole, Pa.
A man known for enjoying moving lived in a houseboat and surprised Weeks with his constant relocation. Weeks doubts the claim but acknowledges the facts presented.
Daily freight and passenger services listed with arrival and departure times. Includes trains No 60 430 82 429 49 81 and 91 9 10 92 4 with notes on Sundays and agent names HW W Rus sel and J E Kunath.
A witty exchange unfolds as a pretty young matron and a gray haired bachelor discuss trust and deception. The matron claims no belief in her husband while hinting at latent temptations, prompting a terse courtroom-like closing remark from the judge.
A Chicagoan notes a man who became rich picking huckleberries and argues he could have earned far more doing something else. The exchange highlights whether niche fortune proves broader wealth possible.
Fragmentary timetable data listing rail segments and times for Chicago Milwaukee and other routes. Mentions agent F. L. Broadgate and various train numbers with scattered times and destinations.
They promise cures for backache kidney strength urinary regularities tissue restoration and uric acid removal to combat rheumatism and prevent Bright's Disease and Diabetes. Refuse substitutes Lommon's Pharwack.
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