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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1911
Page
3
The Leader store announces a fifty two foot extension soon to be occupied by Santa Claus. Manager Bowie says the expanded space will better serve the holiday trade with a full clerical staff on duty throughout the season. The invitation invites all community members to visit, view the improvements, and meet Santa.
Patrick Danahan of 414 North St. speaks of his kidney and rheumatic relief after using Foley Kidney Pills. He reports back pain relief and belief he is cured and expects no more rheumatism. Sold by all druggists.
C A Brook of this county places at Chicago show winning third on cattle and second on a fat barrow and a pen of fat barrows while hog results are still pending. His breeding swine prospects look strong as he showcases a splendid stock display reflecting local stock growing at its best.
An advertisement asserts PAZO OINTMENT cures itching bleeding and protruding piles in 6 to 14 days with a money back guarantee. It targets readers seeking quick relief and mentions a 50 cent price.
To reach every Methodist family for the bazaar in the church south wing all day Saturday Dec 9 requests eatables such as breads cakes pies cookies candy chickens fresh meat butter lard cream eggs fruit vegetables and baby use articles or fancy work aprons. Monetary gifts welcome. Leave donations south wing Friday afternoon or Saturday.
An ad advises visiting Lemmon's Pharmacy to buy a Hyomei kit for 1.00 with subsequent bottles 50 cents. Users are told to inhale the liquid for immediate relief from catarrh coughs colds and related ailments with a money back guarantee if not effective.
A short classified notice notes that placing a Want Ad in the Journal will yield prompt responses and effective results for readers seeking buyers or services.
Mrs Hattie Moore Mitchell of Drake University Des Moines will deliver a practical and entertaining lecture Thursday evening at the Graham theater. Tickets are 25 cents, on sale tomorrow at Lemmon Pharmacy. lecture begins at 8.00.
Washington reports that Russia refuses to honor passports of Jewish Americans. President Taft supports abrogating the treaty but defers to Congress. Moscow claims U.S. immigration laws justify not raising the issue. Russian officials dismiss American protests and refuse debate.
London reports King George and Queen Mary will enter Delhi for a grand durbar marking his imperial role. Nine days of receptions, ceremonies, dinners, and parades dominate their schedule amid heat and crowds. Queen Mary declines elephant rides due to seasickness concerns.
Des Moines reports 5 year old George H Kemp, son of H E Kemp, killed at the Highland Park college power plant when a dynamo belt snapped. He entered the house and was struck on the head. Doctors rushed him to hospital but he died before surgery. His father works as an electrician at the plant.
Just arrived two gross of brand knives and forks perfect in shape and size. Bright finish and quality unquestioned. Ideal Christmas present. New stock of souvenir spoons arrived this week with new attractive patterns. G. W. Hobson.
For pains in the side or chest dampen a piece of flannel with Chamberlain's Liniment and bind it on over the seat of pain. There is nothing better. For sale by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Mercury containing catarrh ointments can damage smell and the system. Do not use unless prescribed by a reputable physician. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio is mercury free and taken internally. Manufactured in Toledo. Testimonials free. Sold by Druggists. Price 75 cents per bottle. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The article warns against overeating and stomach distress and promotes Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets sold at The Rexall Store Cook & Sherman in Washington. It claims tablets aid digestion, neutralize gastric juices, and promise a 15 day treatment with a money back guarantee, with larger sizes at 50c and $1.00.
Regular Masonic notices list Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M meeting first Friday each month with W M J B Kunath and Secretary J W Morton. Cyrus Chapter No. 18 R A M meets second Friday with H P James D Glasgow and Secretary J W Morton. Bethlehem Commandery No. 45 KT meets third Friday with BE C Wyatt B Marbourg and Secretary J W Morton. Washington Chapter No. 98 C E S meets second Thursday with W M Mrs J E Kunath and Sec Mrs Myrtle Bragg. Visiting fraters welcome.
An advertisement promotes Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a natural solution for darkening hair and preventing gray. It asserts sulfur supports hair color and vitality, with a money back guarantee if it fails to perform as described. Sold by druggists for fifty cents. Special Agent McElhinney Drug Co.
H. W. Casselman of Canton New York praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as essential for croup and hoarseness in children. He notes his family keeps a bottle on hand and relies on it for relief, urging readers to purchase from all druggists.
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