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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1912
Page
7
A summary notes a gathering of officers and committee members in Washington to discuss ongoing operations. Key attendees included leaders from multiple departments and related agencies. The discussion focused on coordination, policy alignment, and upcoming initiatives.
The Ton County Short Course Association met in the court house Saturday afternoon at the call of president John S. Wilson to discuss preparation for a two week course starting soon and ending December 21. Committees reported progress and plans to advertise, sell tickets, and canvass farmers despite rain. Last year’s course was a success and this year’s premium list and entries are expected to rise.
A reflective quote from George Henry Lewes on popularity and suspicion. It comments that some men doubt achievements they themselves do not enjoy and question the value of public acclaim. The remark frames popularity as a social phenomenon shaded by envy and doubt.
Public sale near Washington Iowa on December 4 begins at 10 a.m. at the J K Marbourg homestead offering horses cattle sheep hogs and farm implements. Items include 6 head of horses 20 cattle 8 ewes and 1 yearling buck 1000 bushels corn 500 bushels millet seed 10 tons hay and a full line of machinery with terms cash under 10 and 12 months on larger sums. Auctioneers M D Work and associates list additional livestock and gear with bankable notes at 7 percent interest. Lunch on grounds.
A notice announces a public sale at the seller’s residence two and one half miles southwest of West Chester on Friday December 6 1912 starting at 10 o clock. Items include seven head of horses and mules with specific descriptions of a gray horse nine years old weight 1770 and a black mare five years old.
Auction set for Wednesday December 4 at 11:00 a m on Winter's farm 3 miles west of Washington on Sigourney road and 3 4 south and 2 miles east of Tit us. Property includes four head of horses ten head of cattle 102 Duroc Jersey hogs 2 yearling sows and 47 spring and summer shoots with terms 12 months on sums over 10 and cash for 10 and under Lunch provided by Shelangouskie.
While viewing a Trinity Church memorial to Alexander Hamilton, Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton revealed herself to lawyer Henry R. Mygatt and expressed gratitude that the tablet stands high. Mygatt, recalling Hamilton’s long influence, replied that no height is too great for Hamilton’s memory.
H H Willson writes from Wellman Iowa urging the State Board of Education to keep engineering at the University of Iowa and develop agriculture at Ames. He recalls 1904 debates, cites enrollment shifts, and warns against moving all engineering to Ames while defending co education and agricultural emphasis. The piece ties politics to Iowa’s agricultural future.
Craig Biddle defends cosmetics at a New Port dinner while criticizing scandal-mongering. An elderly matron objects to young girls using rouge and powder but Biddle notes French education and compares cosmetics to bread and meat. He adds it is better for a lady to redden her own cheeks than to blacken others.
A company head rebuffs a job applicant after the man asks for permission to marry his daughter. The boss deems the suitor unworthy, calling him a boob and denying the match.
In a humorous courtroom style exchange an elder Bilton asks Tilton for a tenner. Tilton agrees readily and Bilton expresses deep gratitude, saying he can never repay the kindness, with the judge observing the scene.
An advertisement claims Foley Kidney Pills restore health and strength by curing kidney and bladder troubles, targeting workers with reduced earning capacity. It warns to use the genuine yellow package and warns against substitutes, attributed to Lemmon's Pharmacy.
A dispute arises as the Postmaster General Morgan of New York is accused of withholding second class mail privileges until compliance with the law is achieved. The case centers on authoritative access and legal demands affecting postal operations.
Cincinnati hosts delegates from across the nation as the American Road Congress opens tomorrow. Many attendees are prominent business leaders, signaling an unusually significant event.
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