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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1907
Page
2
A list of pupils marked present and on time for the past month includes Alda Rhea Davidson Mildred Cannon Merle Twinam Everett Rhea and others. The note records attendance and punctuality for the school segment.
Omaha Bee reports James town exposition officials acknowledge a deficit near three million dollars. Government loans reduced by only one hundred thousand, leaving about nine hundred thousand at risk plus previously approved aid. The assets are mainly a sewer system and temporary buildings, with possible government seizure or repurposing of grounds for navy use.
The missing appearance of J. H. Pearson at the Washington County Farmers' Institute last week is explained. Pearson was kept in his office working on a dedicatory edition of his paper. The Clipper is a twelve page issue this week, entirely home printed, with much space devoted to the dedication of the new Methodist church last week.
The edition includes cuts of the old and new churches and many fine pictures of former pastors. Print work is excellent and the overall edition is a creditable output.
A mother recalls her infant's severe bronchitis after measles, eight store attempts to find a remedy, then Chamberlain's Cough Remedy saved her baby's life. She endorses its safety and flavor and notes local sale by Cook and Sherman.
The Rogers-Lyon automobile personal injury case in Iowa City ended with a $2,250 verdict for the plaintiff Thursday morning. Rogers, a farmer, claimed permanent injuries after being thrown from his buggy when a horse frightened by the car, while Lyon is a local jewelry manufacturer. The defense argued the verdict reflected anti automobile sentiment on the public highways.
The M. B. A. will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday the 244th with several initiations and votes planned. Special business is expected to interest all members and attendance is urged.
Roy Y. Stichter advertises Gunther’s candies for holiday orders. Contact him at onee to place purchases and ensure timely delivery of seasonal treats.
A dated plea urges readers to shop now for Christmas with two days left. It warns against last minute delays and even suggests extreme consequences for procrastination, urging consideration for clerks and storekeepers overwhelmed by holiday demand.
Des Moines reports J C Cain found guilty of murder in the first degree for killing Charles H Morris after threatening his life over liquor sales at the Enterprise mining camp. The jury urged life imprisonment instead of the death penalty.
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