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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1903
Page
2
The Illinois Iowa picnic faced damp weather and a smaller turnout from Peoria but still delivered speeches that praised American citizenship beyond Illinois and Iowa. Chairman A J Dawson will organize a second annual event, while J J Jewett of Lincoln spoke briefly on unity and national citizenship despite rain.
Len F. Rose departed this week for Washington Iowa to head the telephone exchange there He has long served the Henry County Telephone Company and is praised as a practical man who will push his work hard The article notes many electrotans are windier than electrical and ends with the company’s regrets.
The article recounts speeches by S. S. Tanner and S. W. Brookhart praising Illinois pioneers, Iowa opportunities, and local prosperity. It notes land price rises, bank strength, and a story on the origin of the word sucker and kicker, plus Rose's departure to Washington for a new job.
A Chicago man named Enoch Shafer allegedly confessed to a girl that he knew the West Liberty murder suspect and helped spend $10 of the loot. The girl notified authorities, Shafer is jailed in Chicago awaiting requisition papers, and he denies all but joking.
Wm L Burdick professor of law at State University of Lawrence Kansas speaks tonight in A O A W Hall Temple building on Fraternal Life Insurance. All F A A members urged to attend and hear a well informed talk. Rh H Elwell secretary F A A Council 250 Washington Iowa invites all readers.
The Rev J B Jewett, a former Christian minister and diverse professional, spoke yesterday afternoon at three in the park as part of the Illinois picnic. His address argued for living a Christ like life, praising scripture authenticity and inspiration, delivered with clear, steady force.
The Prohibitionists of Washington Do. call a mass convention Friday September 4 at 2 p.m. in the armory near First U B Church to nominate a county ticket. Ladies and friends in favor of home protection are invited. Will Hay and other speakers expected. Charles Corette, Chairman.
The Blue Front Feed Store offers a coupon with every dollar spent on its Burr process ground mill feed, claimed superior in quality to roller mill products. J. Houck, proprietor, invites customers to request circulars detailing the program.
The Aurora program lists events and participants including opening address by Katie Dux havin and declamation by Blanche Helwick. It features personal narratives by Glynne Row an and Ivy Moriarty debate with aff and neg, music by Edith Corette and Mandelin Club, autobiography by Toward Davis, and other readings and papers.
Mrs Frank L Wilson of 311 BE Main St opens her home on Tuesday September first from 2 30 to 6 00 pm for a casual basket display. Basket workers and enthusiasts are invited to attend and bring any baskets they have made or are making or that would interest others. Attend at will come and go as you please.
In the busy season a fast cure is prized. Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is advertised as quick sure and pleasant. One or two doses claimed to cure ordinary attacks and even severe cases. Sold by Stewart's Pharmacy Cook Sherman.
The Lecture Course presents eight first class numbers this season with the University of Chicago Glee Club and Washington Academy Glee Club among featured groups and soloists. Tickets available from Prof. R D Daugherty OC H Wilson or academy students. Two dollars for the entire course with child tickets also offered. Se cure your tickets at once.
The Pleasant Plains W F M Society will meet at Mrs. Mary Genkinger's home northwest of town on Tuesday September 1 instead of Wednesday. Please remember the change.
A survey of Gentry Bros. Famous Shows notes the combination of education and entertainment in a traveling act featuring nearly human animals. The schedule includes a morning street parade in the city on Friday September 4 and promises enhanced performances for the season.
On Sept 1 and Oct 6 Iowa Central will run annual Tlome-Visitors Excursions to Ohio and Indiana. Tickets go on sale on the listed dates with a thirty day return limit from sale. For rates and details contact A B Cutts G P and T A Iowa Central Ry Minneapolis Minnesota.
F L Wilkins of Shell Lake Wis recalls his four year old son’s colic. After a morphine injection failed to help, he gave Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and the child slept within half an hour and recovered. Stewarts offers the product for sale.
Quoted exchange from Chicago News recalls residents missing a daily accommodation train after its removal. They express ongoing longing and adjust routines, noting greater inconvenience without the service.
A vintage ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts burns sores and boils warning that even minor injuries can be deadly. It promotes purchase for 25 cents at Stewart’s Drug Store.
Prices for Gideon's Big Minstrels at Graham Thursday evening range from 25e to 50e with no higher charges. Reserved seats are available at Carris drug. 67-3t
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