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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1909
Page
3
Mrs Barclay, held in the alleged kidnapping of Marian Bleakley the incubator baby, was notified Governor Hadley granted a rehearing on the requisition from Kansas police. The hearing is set for Jefferson City Friday. The Missouri court contest over the child will continue regardless of the governor's action.
J F Dempsey of Dempsey Alabama describes a severe infant cholera episode in his one year old. After failing to find a physician he used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy which relieved the baby in fifteen minutes and cured it. The product is sold by F L Stolte and Lemmons Pharmacy.
Washington patent attorneys report the grant of multiple patents to Iowa residents this week. Names include S Babcock Owasa with a seed corn storage cabinet, A Ballard-Dunlap with tank bursting prevention by freezing, W A Roe and W H Antes Des Moines with an adjustable casket clamp, KE Weaver Chelsea with continuous rail, EK B Wilhelm Cedar Rapids with a stamping machine, S M Wixcel Sioux City with a hay loader, and J W Zuch Marshalltown with tot air wall pipe.
Electric Bitters praised as best all round tonic and cure for malaria and related illnesses. R M James of Louellen South Carolina credits them with curing chills fever ague jaundice and general debility and preventing typhoid. Sold for 50 cents and guaranteed by J E Lemmon.
The Nashville Opera House audiences hailed a Western drama featuring Miss Daisy Hazerton as Scissors and Miss Lillian Douglas as Helen Denver with strong dramatic portrayals. Mr. William LeRoy earned acclaim as a top blackface comedian, while the supporting cast and vaudeville interludes received praise for energy and scenery. Mr Fred Daum, the general manager, drew a warm welcome for potential return engagements.
Rt. Rev. J. P. Carroll D D of Helena has been tapped by Iowa's irremovable rectors as a coadjutor to Archbishop Keane of Dubuque amid Keane’s ill health. Three candidates were forwarded to Rome for papal selection. Names mentioned include Bishop Davis of Davenport and Mr Flavin of Des Moines, with Bishop Keane of Wyoming also considered.
A country editor in south Missouri searches for news and runs into a farmer who says no news is available as crops occupy the area. The farmer mentions an inquest on two men and recalls M. Howe from Washington and his Kansas-farming family. The piece notes Howe as Dr C Howe’s son and old local landmarks remembered.
The piece recalls historic use of sage and sulphur for hair and scalp care and notes the shift from home brews to modern druggist preparations, highlighting convenience and improved results.
Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur in perfect laboratories prepared for sale by leading druggists at 50c or 1.00 per bottle. Direct orders accepted from Wyeth Chemical Company, 74 Cortlandt St., New York City. McKihinney Drug Co. serves as special agents.
A humorous essay outlines cows as young calves and milk producers. It notes milk uses including drinking and freezing, with odd details about cooling, cutting, and serving. It mentions horns, tails, and that cows end up in slaughter, closing with a joking line.
Employees of the post office issue a challenge to Geo H Paul company for a Labor Day base ball game on September 6 1909. An acceptance promises one of the liveliest games seen in the community this year.
A. Nusbaum of Batesville Indiana reports a three month summer cold and hay fever symptoms were quickly cured by Foley's Honey and Tar after other medicines failed. He notes his wife also found it effective. Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co. responsible for distribution.
Prospective attendees are urged to register Monday August 30 with regular classes starting promptly Tuesday morning. Absences from the term begin at start date and missed work must be made up per the catalogue. If entry is not possible at registration, apply on or before registration day. Nora O Corette, Principal.
A vintage health ad warns idleness and laziness harm the liver causing constipation headaches and pimples. It touts Dr Kine's New Life Pills to banish liver troubles and restore health, selling for 25 cents at J B Lemmon's store.
An advertisement invites readers to take a free test lesson at Klein Klothing store to learn tailoring. It promises measurement accuracy and foundation design guidance for finishing garments.
Mrs L. Bowen of Wayne West Virginia writes of kidney disease suffering to the point of bed confinement. After using Foley's Kidney Remedy she reports a full cure from a one dollar bottle and part of a second. Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co promote the product.
Adolph L. Alday and Mrs Agnes Jappo of Davenport Iowa wed in an automobile in a Geneva Illinois license process. They rode to St Charles to marry in a car tonneau by a justice of the peace then returned to Chicago for a Wisconsin honeymoon trip.
A testimonial proclaims Chamberlains Colie Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy never fails since 1872. Commercial traveler H S Nichols of Oakland Ind Ter swears by it and notes he never travels without this medicine. For sale by F L Stolte and Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Bargain prices announced for the Wyoming Girl act at Graham on Thursday night as the circus in opposition lowers admission to 10 20 30 cents. The show is described as a high priced attraction but marketed as a bargain due to competing circus.
Denver, Aug 26 The school board issued an ultimatum barring fraternity and sorority members from classes. The rule prohibits forming or belonging to any secret organization in elementary and high schools in district No 1 and calls for suspension of pupils who violate it.
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