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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1903

Page

8

Eureka Social Notes and Local Appointments

Eureka folks plan a Dec meeting to organize a literary group. Reports include horse sales, hunting trips, a local oyster supper, visits to Illinois, a sick relative, school term, and several social events with neighbors and neighbors attending dinners and gatherings.

Eureka R. Beenblossom Sumner Glasgow Howard Illiam Wever Coppock Frank McKune Jim Marsh Moore Illinois D. N. Lowe Albert Simpson Academy W. M. Tucker John Hillhouse Havre Thomas Waters West Chester Charlie Johnson Sam Sigafoose Samuel Simmons Per- Jee Mr. Simmons Johnny McKune Howard Johnson

Japan Stands Firm in Push for Strong Front on Russia

Tokyo reports a conference of elder Japanese statesmen and leaders sending a firm front against Russia over the war crisis. They aim for a final diplomatic push, despite a reportedly unsatisfactory Russian reply that Tokyo may link to Korea and Manchuria settlements.

Conference of Statesmen Czar Tokyo of Jager Ikussia Evar Marquis Ito Yamagata Count Matsukata Japan Count Inouye Korea Marquis Oyama China Katsura St. Petersburg Russia

Washington visitors and holiday calls noted

Ainsworth reports several arrivals and visits for the holidays. L Miller from Washington visited, EK J McGaughey arrived from Jamesport, Rev J P Davis traveled to Washington, W R Jeffrey from Washington spent the day with his son A T Howard, Davis and Ed Sands arrived from Washington, Emily Porter spent the day with Mrs. Dr Boice in Washington.

L Miller Washington EK J McGaughey Jamesport J P Davis W. R Jeffrey A T Howard Davis Ed Sands Emily Porter Dr. Boice

Local travelers and holiday closures noted

Dec 15 reports indicate R S White and 8 S White return from Chicago and J H Pearson heads to Winfield. Mrs J A Morehead visits Washington, Angeline Klein of Winfield visits her daughter Mrs H Robbins, N J Lease visits Washington, Casper and Mrs Seldman depart for St Joe and Sebetha Kansas, Rev J S Cotton to Columbus Junction for communion services, city schools close for holiday vacation.

N J Lease Washington Casper Seldman St Joe Sebetha Kansas J. S. Cotton Columbus Junction Vance

Clever Specialties and Unclesi Rise at Graham Prices Event

Clever specialties headline tonight as Unclesi and his players perform at the Graham Prices event. The act features a lineup of performers and notable talents engaging a varied audience.

Unclesi

For Rent and Sale Notices From Historic Journal Page

Rental ads seek first class renter for 240 acre farm near Haskins and furnished rooms above the Crown Café. For sale a Percheron stallion and 2 3 year old colts. A lost lavender ribbon package between Charles R Parkinsons and the Gazette office.

Haskins Journal Office Chas. R. Parkinson H. F. Teret

Navy Fleet Arrives in Honolulu Under Evans Command

Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans arrives with the flagship Kentucky and battleships Wisconsin and Oregon in Honolulu. The cruiser Raleigh and battleships Cincinnati Albany and Pompeiis under Rear Admiral Cooper also here aboard.

Honolulu Robley Db. Evans Kentucky Wisconsin Oregon Raleigh Cincinnati Albany Pompeiis Cooper

Johnson Bakery Windows Display Chocolate Treats

The baker Johnson showcases a window full of chocolates priced at 15 cents a pound. The display is described as the best value in the city for the money.

Johnson B. F. Brown Cedar

Rhyner's Concert and Military Band Program

The program lists December 2 in Graham Opera House with pieces by Rhyner and others. Selections include Waltz Home of the Sea, Overture, Auf der Fasanery, Clarinet Waltzes, The Day of the Lord with bells, plus vocal and trombone solos and piano accompaniment by Miss FE White. Roles include Mrs Charles Parkinson and Mrs M T Anderson.

Rhyner Graham Opera Mouse Max Webbee E. Broocks F. Rhyner Charles Parkinson M T Anderson St Louis F Rhyner Cleveland Dayton Miss FE White

Bank Robbed in Garden City Dynamited by Three Men

The Garden City bank was dynamited during the night by three men who escaped with about $1,000. Local authorities launched an inquiry as witnesses described the incident. Police searched for suspects and reviewed nearby traffic and guards' routines. The town remained unsettled as investigators worked to recover the missing funds.

Garden City

Lack of Judgment in Rural Exchange

An old farmer confronts his son over a plan to run away with the hired girl. The son admits his thoughts, while the farmer scolds that hired girls are harder to replace than daughters-in-law, illustrating generational tension.

Chicago Post

Limited "Took" boosts new Chicago Kansas City train

The Southwest Limited on the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul route sold out quickly on its initial runs. All sleeping and compartment cars were reserved. an extra sleeping car was added and also sold out. General Passenger Agent Miller credited Kansas City with strong reception and praised the service as a top addition for Milwaukee.

Southwest Limited Chicago Milwaukee & St. Paul Kansas City Miller

Bucklen Arnica Salve Promoted For Burns And Scrapes

An advertisement extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a quick remedy for burns cuts sores eczema and piles with a 25 cent price at Stewart's Pharmacy. The piece also notes St James school closing next Wednesday for Christmas vacation and promotes local bakery goods and a school exhibit urging attendance.

Bucklen Stewart’s Pharmacy St. James School

Bridey Applies for First Grocery Bill in Playful Exchange

An obsequious grocery clerk answers Mrs. Bridey’s ordering of supplies with a humorous exchange about adding kitchen matches after parlor matches. The Detroit Free Press vignette captures a domestic scene with light wit.

The Good Fellow exchange at home or club

A brief line reads Him is what I call a good fellow and questions whether he is at home or at the club suggesting social ease and familiarity in the exchange.

Weaver's Triumph F Rhyner Debuts With St Louis Cyclone

Prof Rhyner notes the overture has been performed publicly only twice with great reception. He believes it will please all and astonish. Attend the concert and support the band. Also Johnson the baker offers a premier candy line in the city.

Weaver F Rhyner St Louis Rhyner

Frank Brinton Entertains at Methodist Church Tomorrow

The Frank Brinton Entertaining Co. will present an entertainment tomorrow evening at the Methodist church. All are invited. J. D. Dayton and Mr. House of West Liberty drove to Ollie this morning to buy horses. The Baptist meetings will continue all next week. School closed today for a two weeks vacation.

Ithe

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