25 Aug 1896
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1896
Page
1
Ask your physician, druggist and friends about Shilohs Cure for Consumption. They will recommend it. For sale by B C Carris & Co.
Ruth Ashmore urges American girls to speak correctly and avoid slang in Ladies' Home Journal. She cites the Bible and Shakespeare as models and warns vulgar language harms character while urging refined speech to win admiration. Masters David and Carl accompany Mrs. Burham on a Keota visit. Shiloh's Cure advertised by KE. C. Carris & Co.
Washington defeated Mediapolis at the ball park as Nicola pitched a shutout. Burroughs, Wallace, Lombardo and Dewey starred in the field and at the plate, while catcher Claire Williams drew praise for steady play and throwing. Notes mention a crowded crowd, popular Washington players, and a horse race at the Fairgrounds following the game.
The pacer Pat W owned by J. Wagner posted a swift mile at Columbus Junction with 32 quarters and a 2:17 final time. He led early under saddle, clocking 1:07 at the half before finishing, chased by one timer in 2:15. If his temper can be overcome he will be a wonder. Grafters were seen passing through town toward the Columbus Junction Fair.
The Wellman Camp Fire event tomorrow is expected to draw many residents. The male quartet Neal Palmer Ashby and Alberson will sing, while Judge Dewey Captain Kellogg and S C Gardner will speak. Several local W.R.L. CG members will attend.
A large pile of shavings ignited by sparks from McClean's engine nearly set a fire yesterday morning. A passerby noticed the blaze and it was extinguished before major damage. This marks the sixth time it has caught fire and all prior events were quickly contained. The Presbyterian church and Sabbath school plan an excursion to Trites Park on Thursday September 8, inviting all others to join.
The fall and winter social season kicks off in Washington with tomorrow’s entertainments by Miss Mare Stewart and others. The September court term docket lists 52 probate, 02 law and chancery, and 6 criminal cases, including three divorces. Republican chairmen of the First District County Central Committees convene in Burlington with Chairman Lytle present.
There will be no telephone service tonight after seven o'clock due to switching to new switch boards by Washington Telephone Co.
The letter from New York theatrical managers to Warren Moore of Washington Iowa proposes presenting the comic opera Wang in February in Moore’s area. The act, a large company of 10 to 50 people, requires a guaranteed share of at least $250 to arrange a deal. An early reply is requested. Concurrently a social event is noted near James Palmer’s residence with reports from Omaha delegates. Also includes a Hall’s Catarrh Cure advertisement offering $100 for cured deafness cases.
An advertisement touts Shilohs Cure as the best cough remedy and warns neglect leads to danger, urging immediate use. The sale listing mentions Carris & Co as the seller.
The Iowa forecast calls for increasing clouds and local showers tonight with cooler temperatures. Wednesday will be generally fair with a cool west portion. The column also mentions social visits, travels, and local events including sports plans at Columbus Junction races, a Red and Gun Club shoot, and various residents’ comings and goings.
Fragment describes a possible accident at Sehott's harness shop involving Pearson's Centers and a buyer, but details are obscured. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
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