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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1908
Page
6
A dated testimonial promotes Dr. A. W. Chase's Kidney and Liver Pills as a cure for kidney disease. A Wisconsin man reports relief after using the pills, noting sediment in urine disappeared and back pains abated. The ad claims pills act on liver and bowels and cost 26 cents per box.
Charles Street catcher of the Washington team won a $500 bet by catching a regulation baseball dropped from the Washington Monument 550 feet high after 13 attempts. A brisk wind caused failures. He played in the afternoon’s American League game despite the impact. Also noted, British government elevates Consul William Wyndham in Boston to consulate general with a staff of two vice consuls and two attaches.
Chicago standings and daily scores show Boston and Chicago games with hits and errors noted. Brooklyn defeats Pittsburgh 2 to 1 in a low scoring tilt, while Philadelphia and St Louis games end with several errors and run totals reflected in the box scores.
A jumble of game scores and lineups across major leagues listing hits, errors and batteries for Philadelphia Chicago St. Louis Boston New York Detroit Cleveland and others. Notable mentions include Philadelphia leading in several matchups and umpire credential disputes in Des Moines causing a forfeited game. weather noted in Denver.
Buffalo physician Dr. R V Pierce unveils a complete ingredient list for his medicines and offers a free booklet proving there is no alcohol or narcotics in his preparations. The campaign argues these remedies use native medicinal roots and Indian knowledge, including Favorite Prescription for women's ailments.
A morning encounter introduces the Sorghies to Tommy Binks the boy and a brown creature, as the Candy Bear acts as chaperon. The piece then recalls Paul du Chaillys gorilla reports and a playful autographs tale featuring Charles Sumner's name.
A compact verse urges dropping worry and gloom. It counsels choosing happiness, shaking off dyspepsia and debts, and chasing light by laughter. It emphasizes that a positive outlook and joyful actions can transform life and banish gloom.
A satirical note critiques senator stationery bills, showing that even with $125 for writing materials, lawmakers itemize unusual items such as shaving material, scarf pins, and a manicure set as writing aids. The piece questions what counts as proper writing material and hints at broader frugality in allocations.
In playful dialogue, one character jokes about entering mining. The other responds with confidence about organizing a mining company. The exchange hints at ambition and the practicality of locating a mine, prompting a wry observation on feasibility.
A brief exchange presents two voices debating a man’s charm. One insists on his allure, the other counters, noting no observable charm. The dialogue implies relational tension and perceptions of charisma.
The quote questions a man’s stated trade asking what he calls himself. He answers “unique” then reveals his job as manager of a brain factory.
A classroom joke features Beassie the bird and Little Bessie explaining that their canary was killed by a cat. The pun hinges on the line Our canary, the cat extincted him, reflecting a playful if dark view of extinction.
A compact string of wry maxims on money gossip cooks interfering friends and the busy man who dies quickly. The verses note belief vs sight illusion baldness cures and the contrast between earning a living and being kept down by others. Each line lampoons social quirks with sharp humor.
A man in the Journal era wrote a full page advertisement to revive dull business. The ad yielded an 8500.00 day, far above the typical 200.00 day for that season. He claims the effort paid once and can pay again, though the work is tedious.
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