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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1907
Page
4
The closing ceremonies of this year’s session were held last night in a large tent. Speakers reviewed achievements and thanked participants, with emphasis on community turnout and the successful conclusion of the event.
The audience enjoyed a large closing concert by The Rounds Orchestra. Gussie Lenshaw and Dollie McDonnell drew strong applause, with Lenshaw's Dixie sung repeatedly. Rev. D. Young announced 125 tent sites sold for next year, praising Chautauqua’s wholesome, educational program.
Yesterday afternoon the Boys' Club A under Dr W G Searles held a field meet in the southwest grounds. The two top scorers were Arthaud and Anderson, each earning points in multiple events with Arthaud leading. Anderson totaled thirty five points to Arthaud thirty five as the final tallies.
Mrs. Mary Maxwell hosted honored veterans and their wives in Crawfordsville to welcome her brother John D. Goble and his wife from Clearfield Iowa. A four course meal followed by drinks and stories of Civil War service highlighted the gathering. Goble, raised in town, served in Company C 8th Iowa and endured prisoner of war experiences at Shiloh and several prisons.
Victor Carr from Wellman and many others including Miss Mazie Lewis from West Chester visited Chautauqua park yesterday. Figures from Keota Oskaloosa Muscatine Hopkins and Wellman joined locals in enjoying the attractions and grounds.
The family thanks friends for attentiveness after a bereavement. Appreciation goes to G. A. R. and W. A. C. members and to those who sent flowers. Fred Langenberg, Mrs. Henry Langenberg and children, Mrs. McKinnie and daughter Shirley, visiting at Mrs. J. H. Stewart and Ralph Smith homes, depart for Viola Indiana, then Colorado Springs.
Prof. R. B. Crone travels east on a brief business trip. Miss Margery Morrow leaves for Burlington for a week visiting. Eile Nelson heads to Crawfordsville to visit. Mrs. Ira Clapper and Miss Acie Lapper go to Des Moines for the state fair. Lucile and Carol Forgey visit relatives in Burlington. Mrs. J. S. George arrives from Rossville for a visit at the W. A. Carson home. Leisure and son Earnest travel to Cottonwood Town for a few days with relatives. Lawson Fisher leaves for Des Moines to resume work. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. McFarland go to Des Moines for a week with their son Roy at Drake and the state fair.
A public reception will honor S. W. Neal recently returned from the World’s Sunday School convention in Rome. The event is at the M E Church on Monday evening at 7 30. Everyone is cordially invited to attend.
A Detroit scene shows a seller haggling over hats and ties with a tall visitor. The hat owner cools his head by punching holes in his hats, while the list price turns playful as the buyer pockets a bargain after a humorous exchange. The tale concludes with mutual amusement and lingering chatter at the Detroit Free Press stand.
In a Sav age Club encounter chronicled by the London Standard, Henry J. Byron and Artemus Ward stage a witty duel of tall tales and pretended misfortune. They trade mock disclosures of murder and mine caves, ending with a dramatic, if staged, reconciliation and a hearty handshake.
Local news items recount residents traveling to Keota Cedar Rapids Des Moines and Chicago for visits business and fairs. Names include Tondre Kerr Burroughs Powelson England Dupuis Richards Miller Reed Harvey Pamahasika Black and others with mentions of Chautauqua fairs and a vaudeville training plan. Urging Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup is advertised with guarantee and refund.
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