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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1900
Page
2
The lecture uses the parable of six blind men to argue life is the elephant and people view it through wealth clothes or grief. Col Copeland speaks plainly and inspires, aiming to brighten outlook and preach content while respecting God’s image.
Charles Roy Nelson died suddenly at his parents' home on South Lawn street at age 22, after a brief illness from heart trouble following rheumatic disease. He was a Spanish-American War veteran with two sisters and three brothers, with funeral set at South Iowa Street church. Rev. A L Davidson to lead. Schooling and temperament noted, will attend service with Company D veterans.
Former State senator Judge Charles B Fuller is a candidate for United States senator. State Senator-Elect Dufay A Fuller of Bellevidere and Representative B D Suttleff of Marengo confirmed support for Fuller and said Representative George R Lyon would back him.
Directors report widespread illegal enlargement of gas mixer holes by customers in Indianapolis. Officials note violations span city and county buildings, professionals, churches, and prominent residents, despite prohibitory laws. Some claim gas pressure shortage, others deny theft, while the practice remains common.
Special to Taw fveanine Jour NAL reports a forecast for Iowa predicting a threatening night and Saturday with possible snow flurries in the eastern portion.
The article hints at tomorrow being the fifteenth and thanks readers and delivery staff for timely subscriptions and support, noting appreciation for those who respond to requests.
Rev 1 O Kemble of Fairfield preached the fourth sermon in the series by former M E pastors last evening. Attendance was good and the audience attentive as he spoke on Gideon and the call to leadership.
An old advertisement touts Weeks Break Up a Cold Tablets to end a bad cold during sleep. It claims no cure, 00 pay and lists Stewart's Pharmacy as the seller for 25 cents.
A city physician years counts shows amid 40 to 50 births yearly that girls outnumber boys two to one in the past twelve months. Records from 1896 show boys outnumber girls two to one, and 1807 notes near parity. 1898 and 1800s show roughly equal numbers, while remarks praise the physician’s composing and playing skills in musical critiques.
Stewart's Pharmacy advertises Rector pile remedy with a positive written guarantee and a free pile pipe with each package. No Cure No Pay 50c. Samples free.
A local event highlights Dr J C W Coxe tonight and Reverend WR Stryker tomorrow night with a focus on the Brownie cigar. Attendees are invited to join discussions and view related items.
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