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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1899

Page

4

Soldier's Reunion of Frontier Army Meets at Alf Chilcote

The Association of the Army of the Frontier held a reunion at Alf Chilcote's home in south Washington. Officers were elected with JM Lytle chosen president. Attendees enjoyed songs speeches and a fine supper, with a unanimous vote of thanks to hosts and the glee club for entertainment.

Association of the Army of the Frontier South Washington Alf. Chilcote Co. B.20th Wis. Loft Mr. Chilcote Association Messrs D. ©. Anderson W. KR. Jeffrey J H. Young Wm. Blair Aaron Hise Glee Club J G Tlise Towa J C Anderson WR Jeffrey J J Young J W Morton John M Lytle RJ Moore W Corbin Chas Mayer Wellman Schreckengast J J Kellogg A J Corbin Lizzie Anderson Harley Irwin Gallagher Myrtle Walter L Susie Morton

Orion Lodge to Confer Ranks at Monday Meeting

J W Morton secretary and J H Young JIG Hise executive committee confer ranks and special business with visiting lodges present Monday night. Invitations extended to all members of the Order by order C OC.

J W Morton JH Young Jig Hise W R Jeffrey Orion Lodge C. OC

Angel in Haste and Sabbath Messages at Local Churches

The report lists multiple services at area churches: a 7 p.m. program titled The Hid Talent and evening preaching by Pastor Moroing with Morning theme The Peril of Sabbath Desecration, plus Y P 8 OC gathering at 6 p.m. and a 7 p.m. sermon. First Church of Christ Scientist offers Communion at 10:30 with Subject Sacrament.

Iabiavivid Iabriaisayeve Larrist Angel Presbyterian First Church of Christ Scientist

Mrs J McCulley Sr Celebrates 86th Birthday at Tea

Yesterday afternoon at EK Main St Mrs John McCulley hosted a tea for Mrs McCulley Sr on her eighty sixth birthday. The gathering included many friends and Mesdames Arch McCulley Elmer Wells and others assisted with the repast. Mrs McCulley Sr is noted as an longtime Washington County resident with widespread friendships in the city and county.

EK. Main St John McCulley Mra. J. McCulley Arch McCulley Elmer Wells McCulley Washington County

Christmas Benefit Sale Promises Treats and Gifts

On December 15 after noon and evening a park benefit sale will feature fresh homemade doughnuts pies cakes bread and candy by Washington's famed cooks. Beautiful aprons and remembrance table items plus dolls in fashionable dress will attract Christmas shoppers. Mr and Mrs Martin Ballard of Seattle arrived to visit his brother and wife and will renew old acquaintances.

Washington Park Benefit Mrs. Martin Ballard Seattle Mr. D. Ballard Mr. Ballard

Ten Thousand Addresses Compiles County Property Owners and Voters

Capt. J. Kellogg and son Samuel complete a list of ten thousand addresses for property owners and voters in the county. The final list is more complete than ever and used by merchants and outsiders to mail circulars and advertising. It is organized by townships in alphabetical order. Significant effort goes into preparing such a comprehensive directory.

Dinner at the Heights Honors Mrs Benj. J. Jones

Mrs Benj. J. Jones of the Heights hosted a six o’clock dinner for a small group of friends last evening. Attendees report a very enjoyable occasion. The New York Store announces a large Christmas ad in today’s issue and urges readers not to miss it.

Benj. J. Jones the Heights New York

Pick Up The Thursday Kooking Klub Enjoys a Social Evening

The Thursday Kooking Klub enjoyed a swell spread at the W R Jeffrey home on an informal evening open to friends of the young ladies. Private Jack Worthon is the first Co D member since muster out to receive government money, a ration commutation from Nov 1 to 29, 1809. Blair and Son place an ad inviting daily bargain watches and gift items at Keeley’s office for the rembrance table. James Smiley visits from Uniontown and spends the day with Misses Julia and Cora Smiley. Mrs Price of Ainsworth visits Miss Flora Hoppengardner. L D Robinson offers a wide range of gifts at the east side jeweler.

Jack Worthon Co. D Blair & Son Isme Rembrance Keeley Ott

Transfer ratified and Pere Marquette railway formed

In Grand Rapids on December 9 the consolidation of Chicago and West Michigan and Detroit Grand Rapids and Western railroads into the Pere Marquette Railway was ratified by unanimous stockholder action. The Flint and Pere Marquette system joins the new line and temporary officers now hold property. A meeting will choose permanent directors, with Charles M. Ibald likely to remain president.

Grand Rapids, Mich Chicago and West Michigan Detroit, Grand Rapids and Western Pere Marquette Railway Company Flint Pere Marquette Consolidated Company Charles M. Ibald

Child in Newark Recovers From Brain Bullet Injury

A six year old boy in Newark Ohio lives with a 22 caliber bullet in his brain. Purchasers of old monitors reap profits as scrap iron prices rise. Representative Corliss proposes raising lake levels by restricting Niagara River flow.

Newark Corliss Niagara River

Playing Cards Offer From BC R N Ry Depot

The Cedar Rapids Route playing cards are offered by agents of the BC R N Ry at 15e per pack with two for 25¢ and 1.50 per dozen. Call or send stamps coins or money to General Passenger Department BC R N Ry Cedar Rapids Iowa for postage paid mail order.

Cedar Rapids BC R & N Ry General Passenger Department BC R&n Ry Iowa

Cure a Cold While You Sleep Advertisement

A pharmacy ad notes Weeks Break-up-A-Cold-Tab Jets with no cure, no pay. Price 26c. Stewarts Pharmacy is the sole agent. The notice also invites a Mothers’ Meeting of the Fourth Ward at Mrs D B Denny’s home Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock for all interested in pure and happy homes led by Mrs Elder.

Stewarts Pharmacy Fourth Ward D. B. Denny Elder

Crawfordsville Visitors Spotted in City

Mrs. Robert Smiley of Crawfordsville and her daughter were in the city today. Deen Cherryholmes of Crawfordsville also visited the city today.

Robert Smiley Crawfordsville City Deen Cherryholmes

Muddy Complexions Cured by Clover Root Tea Claim

An old drug advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as an absolute cure for chronic constipation with a 50 year guarantee. Priced 25 cents and 50 cents, sold at J. H. Stewart's druggist.

Karl J. H. Stewart’s

Mr Smouse Promotes Land Deals and Home Building Offer

Going GONE We have desirable property for sale or exchange Mr Smouse seeks buyers or builders for next season He offers to build a limited number of residences for buyers of lots and will handle plans contracts and building at no charge and guarantee a price on completion Also listing several good houses for rent with prime locations and ready access to services.

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M. Lombardo Stuart & Son R. Stuart & Son Alf Chilcote's ICO Ringeor Santa Claus China United States Andy Ferguson James Smiley Uniontown Penn Winfield Julia and Cora Smiley Mrs. Price Ainsworth Flora Hoppengardner L. D. Robinson East Side Michigan J. R. Tsenhart Infant's Infant Sterling Silver Candy Kitchen North Side E. C. Carris & Co Baby A. N. Evuwer de Bole Washington, Iowa WinSmouse A Co
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