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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1907
Page
2
Citizens report dogs chase squirrels in Central Park and urge owners to shoo dogs away. A light shout is suggested to hurry pets along and remind owners to feed the squirrels, who are described as a fine animal to encourage in their own making in the park.
An auction of household goods is planned for tomorrow Saturday at 2 30 o clock at the northeast corner square.
Victims of hay fever urged to use Foley's Honey and Tar for immediate relief and airway relief, with a yellow package noted. Local list of buyers and sellers includes S P Gordon and many residents. Crawfordsville area obituaries note E N Twinam burial and procession from Fairfield to Crawfordsville, marking a return of his body to his former home.
Mrs Ott Cavin had been attending Chautauqua and visiting Mrs E J Fisher at the Fisher home before returning home to Columbus Junction last evening.
Miss Leona Colthurst arrives from Ainsworth and Misses Amy Richards Ruth Williams come from Cotter to attend Chautauqua. Multiple residents travel for family visits. Mrs J P Hays and Maud visit Davenport. Mrs Ben Kurtz and Mrs Lawrence head to Muscatine Des Moines. Vienna lists bakery goods and 10 cent pies as featured.
Pamahasika the animal man drew the largest crowd at the Chautauqua with two shows. Trained dogs and birds entertained children and adults, including a math dog act and a saucy macaw. The Rev. Charles R. Brown spoke on early church influence and principles of worship and organization.
A Success excerpt denounces common mental blocks that hinder action. It warns that phrases like I cant and I am afraid destroy initiative, erode ambition, and turn potential into mediocrity, urging decisive effort and belief in oneself.
The article extols daily walking as the best form of exercise. It argues brisk walking boosts blood, muscles, and open air benefits, comparing it to other activities. It urges stout individuals to adopt a daily constitutional for health and youthfulness.
Oklahoma editor invites readers to submit everyday news and personal notices for sensational coverage. He urges sharing gossip, celebrations, gossip, baby arrivals, parties, and family events to fill the paper with relatable items and emotional responses.
A witty St. Louis Dispatch quip lauds a prominent businesswoman famed for always being involved in others affairs. The remark, cited as a humorous assessment, captures public perception of her active enterprise activism.
Mrs. Dr. H. H. Smith of Olds attended Chautauqua yesterday. Miss Harriet Pickett left for Columbus Junction for a brief visit. Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Chilecote and children and Miss Effie McIntyre returned from a five week stay in Colorado Springs. Mrs. Cloyce Dougherty and daughter Harriet returned from Albert Lea Minnesota after visiting her parents. Mr. Dougherty met them at Columbus Junction. Mrs. Hardesty and daughter Mrs. Longnecker visiting relatives in Walnut Iowa left yesterday, stopping briefly at the How ard White home in West Chester.
The article disputes reports of a near lynching in Washington Iowa about Senator Ben Tillman. He had a quiet day with few interruptions, remaining at his hotel until 2 o clock and delivering an address without incident. A crowd did not form to hear him, similar to the Folk visit last year.
Mrs. L. M. Baker and son Haley of Parsons Kansas left yesterday morning with her father Irwin Russel for Beardstown to visit relatives after a week in town.
Advertises a magnetic ointment for piles with claims of quick relief from itching pain protrusion and bleeding. States product is made especially for piles and sold in large nickel capped glass jars for 50 cents by J. H. Stewart.
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