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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1902
Page
4
A blaze at the Lincoln Hotel 176 Madison Street in downtown Chicago killed 23 people, many suffocated. Several jumped to the pavement from upper floors. fourteen guests survived. Notable victims include KR Woods of Lebanon Indiana and P V Slocum of Conda TL along with Yocum brothers from Davenport and others from Milwaukee Indianapolis Janesville and more.
Advertisement for Laxative Bromo Quinine tabs claims a one day cure for colds. Signature on every box supports medical efficacy, with box 64S featured in small print and product branding.
The City Council resolves to build a four foot wide sidewalk along the east side of North Fifth Ave from the northwest corner of Block 7 to the southwest corner of Block 23 in Columbian Addition. Completion within sixty days required, otherwise the Street Commissioner will construct and charge the cost to the fronting property. Approved December 1 1902 by Mayor C H Wilson.
The trial of Miss Tona Dunlap of Aledo Illinois for the alleged murder of Allie Dool by strychnine poisoning proceeds. The prosecution challenges jurors for possible sentiment and has examined six so far with more expected this week. Dool died after eating chocolate candy laced with strychnine. the defense argues contamination may occur during candy manufacture.
Local items include J. D. Daniels sought for selling second hand goods and Hugh Teeter options. Mrs. Everette Adams returns from visit. Shriners meetings draw engineers and attendees from Keota and Oskaloosa. Fred A. Moore joins Dell H H Duncan store, bringing prior lace and curtain department experience. Regular lodge meeting, school board, and a five cent social hosted by the Junior League are announced with several local residents noted in passing.
LOST WANTS FOUND A large red cow near town. leave word at Journal. Apples For Sale 25c a bit. Wm McFarland two miles south of town health prevents marketing. Lost Pocketbook containing ten dollars. reward. leave at Journal. For Sale Nice Christmas trees inquire at Journal office. Wanted Ten good respectable boarders inquire at Journal office. For Rent Unfurnished rooms see Mrs KB Cowles North Avenue tf.
Hlomer Hall of West Point Louisiana suffered a severe lung illness. Doctors said consumption was likely but could not help him. After using Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption his cough ended and he gained weight to 227 pounds. Trial bottles free at Stewart's Pharmacy.
W H Turner studies the character closely and steps before the footlights as Harum the stout shrewd old man with red hair and a wart. The production relies on strong characterization and the thorough preparatory work behind the scenes.
Last evening a good company presented Sporting Life to a small audience hindered by bad weather and technical faults. The production was elaborate and the lay is stirring with thrilling situations, though lights and scenery faltered and the cast seemed burdened by adverse conditions. Some viewers were pleased by the tragedy and performances while others remained critical, opinions split by the play's nature more than its staging.
Guthrie Oklahoma December announces a forthcoming agricultural book on rent interest and value for Oklahoma farmers. It will cover diseases common to farm stock, Texas fever treatment, and actinomycosis or lump jaw, with publishing slated for this winter.
Mrs H Newsom of Decatur Alabama says she would have died if not for Electric Bitters. She details three years of severe indigestion and related pains and credits the medicine with restoring her appetite and health, noting a 35 pound gain and improved digestion. Stewart's drug store sells the remedy.
Harvey Shannon, long time rural route No 3 carrier, saved pennies from daily earnings. He turned 2 650 pennies over to the bank after years of saving, along with his stamps and small change kept in a tin pail.
Advertisements note Frank Wesson offers upholstery and repair services with a shop behind James Cowger blacksmith, inviting inquiries and noting a sample line. Also mentions a Christmas entertainment plans and local social updates including travels, shipments, and a Philadelphia theater tragedy involving Kate Hassett.
Mt Pleasant is described as lagging in the race for prominence while Washington county advances with a model water works system an electric light plant and ten blocks of brick paving. The piece notes Low Rate Excursions for Homeseekers offered by the Iowa Central railway on select Tuesdays from November through April 1903 at one fare plus $2.00 round trip with 21 days validity.
Ladies are advised to keep Chamberlain s Cough Remedy on hand for winter coughs and colds. The maker claims prompt relief when started at first signs, and notes it is safe for children with no harmful substances. Stewart s Pharmacy Cook Sherman sells it.
This morning the official thermometer hit zero in a sharp winter scene. Several weather prognosticators predict a milder winter ahead, suggesting a change from the bitter cold.
Winchester Indiana resident M. M. Austin credits Dr King's New Life Pills for curing his wife of illness after doctors failed. The pills are praised for stomach and liver relief and curing head pains. Leroy Shilling has returned from Stewart drug ok.
The Church of the Covenanters women announce meals at Rev. W. C. Allen's home to fund remodel work. Attendees can enjoy a full meal from 3:30 to 7 PM with contact 46 2351. A Canton flannel tongue reference and Rocky Mountain Tea ad are noted in the item.
The next Lecture Course presents Dr M W Chase of Chicago at the Graham next Monday evening December 8th on The Problem of Life. Tickets or season passes available from C H Wilson.
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