13 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1895
Page
1
A local shop showcases a fine stationery line described as unique in town. The ad notes availability at Glasgow and Lytle's with emphasis on quality and best in the market, referencing B. Beasty as seller.
Asa Stice, about 45, was arrested in Centerville on indecent exposure charges after two women chased him from near the opera house. He was examined by the insane commission, found insane, and sent to Mt. Pleasant. This follows a prior similar case in Centerville.
Detectives locate seven boxes of unlabeled liquor at Central and Narrow Gauge depots. A search warrant is issued after a forthright neighbor swears to the truth. Seven boxes are seized and ten gallons of whisky destroyed as trial was held. The liquor firm operates by number rather than by name.
Last evening at The Graham the crowd expected Louis Morrison in Faust but he was absent. Excursion trains brought about a hundred patrons from the B and N W line, all disappointed. The reaction followed criticisms that Griffith outshines Roberts and that the company failed to meet promised standards.
An advertisement highlights J. W. Bark inviting men to seek tailor services unseen elsewhere, promising improved fits and personalized attention.
You will find style elegance and fit in our overcoats. Every dollar spent returns solid satisfaction from a store dedicated to value. Prices are highly reasonable and quick to prove.
The Seymour 8 Tib ball four act comedy A Money Order plays at The Graham Tuesday evening Dec 17. Jule Walters shifts to a distinct tramp character and Demosthenes Plato Potts, a satire on wandering Willie. A clean comedy with modest prices 24c gallery 35c balcony 50c parquet 50c.
A card in the storefront announces a January 1 1905 lamp giveaway. Each dollar spent earns a ticket, valid for future buyers and past holiday purchasers.
A brief notice from the Squire Henderson office states the author will be pleased to assist and invites inquiries or visits to settle matters. No further details or dates are provided in the fragment.
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