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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1910
Page
2
Bellevue Alberta reports thirty miners rescued from Western Canada collieries after a gas explosion entombed forty five miners. Ten workers killed and several others severely burned or unconscious. Special to the Evening Journal.
Miss Myrtle Pickens an employee at the American Pearl Button company sustained severe bruises when her cloth caught in an automatic button machine and her hand was drawn into the belt. She suffered fright and shock but the machine was stopped before serious injury. A report of a deep head gash was unfounded.
A guide on proper tree planting for urban spaces stresses Norway maples in suitable soil, warns against crowding, and advises planting 30 feet apart with a lawn buffer. It argues against “tree butchers” and favors mixed grouping, drainage, and species suited to soil types for best landscape value.
Clifford Thorne, a former railroad commissioner, told the Grant club last night that discriminatory freight rates hinder Iowa's industrial growth and population. He advocated a progressive senator and outlined his dual judicial and prosecutorial duties in state and interstate matters.
A noon ceremony at Mr and Mrs John Matuchas East Main street united their daughter Misa Bertha to Mr Fred Kupka of Riverside. Rev A B Smith officiated in a small gathering of immediate relatives. The couple plans to live near Riverside with the groom’s parents.
The Veiled Prophet, a famed impostor in the medieval era, claimed divine status and wore a gold veil to mislead followers. His movement grew large before he fled to Keh, was defeated, and burned his family before dying in flames, with his hair kept in Baghdad until the crusades.
A short quoted exchange features a wife hiding her husband at home and a patron expressing desire to see him. The humor hinges on the suggestion that the husband is at a club, prompting the suggestion to wait on the steps until his arrival.
Dinner hosted yesterday at the Finney home honored Mrs. Anna Rice of Garnet Kansas with guests including Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Stephens and Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Montgomery. The Fortnightly club current events group meets Tuesday night December 13 and Bible Department meets Monday at 2 40 PM with Mrs. Frank Wilson.
Secretary Sidney Coon reports two week losses paid to multiple policyholders. Names include William Hindahl Riverside James Wingler Wellman Roy Gardner Crawfordsville A P Sewell Noble Joseph M Rich and Roy Dawson Washington with claims for damaged homes fires and grain losses totaling several hundred dollars.
The Lion and the Mouse shown at Graham tonight is linked to producer Henry B. Harris who aims to renew activity and uphold high standards. The United Play company promises an exceptional ensemble and enhanced scenic equipment, with a focus on every detail. Prices range from 25 to 150 cents.
The Graham presents Dan Cupid on Monday night December 12 with a fresh slate of songs and numbers. The musical comedy earns praise for its entertaining scenes and notably stylish costumes that harmonize wardrobe with scenery.
Theobaldi, claimed successor to Ole Balla, renowned virtuoso, will perform on the Caspar Da Salo violin at the Graham December 14. He is described as the greatest living artist and has played before European royalty. Do not miss this rare opportunity to hear his marvels on the violin.
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