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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
4
District Court of Washington County issues notice in a partition suit filed by the plaintiff claiming fee simple ownership of the described real estate. Defendants and unknown claimants are notified to appear and show any interest or claims to the property within the law.
A foreclosure style petition seeks to quiet title to fee simple in described real estate in Washington County. The plaintiff alleges various unknown claimants may hold interests adverse to the estate and seeks to reform deeds and establish clear title in the plaintiff. A notice to appear in court is published in the newspaper for the next term.
Winchester lod resident says his wife recovered from illness after taking Dr. King’s New Life Pills. The pills aid stomach and liver troubles and relieve constipation and headaches. Available at Stewart’s drug store for 25 cents.
In the Allie Dool case the defense questioned Tona Dunlap to support a self-harm theory. Dunlap testified that Allie Dool spoke of her relationship with Frank Owens and admitted lying for him for years. Dunlap said they were good friends and had no quarrel.
In Crawfordsville Ludbee the large Christmas tree at the First Presbyterian church burned before the Sunday school entertainment. The church was heavily damaged and over 200 presents for the Sunday school scholars were lost. Only a few people were in the building when the fire was discovered. Great disappointment followed.
Schenectady N Y February 26 Woman Potter of company F second regiment was expelled from the local painters union for National Guard service during strike riots. He was reinstated by his employer and union after court order and placed back to work. the union had previously refused reinstatement.
A Malone special reports five people burned to death in a Piercefield boarding house fire on Wednesday night. The dead include a woman, her two children, the owner, and four guests whose names are unknown. The blaze occurred seventy miles south of Malone, Syracuse dispatch said.
Christmas dinners and trees were hosted by churches across the city with many nuptial ceremonies and festive parties. The Tuesday Knight Klub held a Christmas dancing party at Phoenix hall with about twenty five couples and guests from out of town. Notable attendees included Ed Bieber from Chicago and Miss Nannie Evans from WaverlyMass among others. In the afternoon a Christmas tree was given to Isabelle and her infant friends.
Mrs J A Dickson hosted a Christmas dinner for twelve with an elaborate three course meal. Col and Mrs BD J Palmer planned a six oclock dinner for about forty at their West Washington street home. A Christmas dinner party at theison home on East Washington Street featured a one o clock course meal and a tree for the young. Guests included L H Wallace and family TH M Bieber and family Harry Bell Frank Hirindley and daughter and Mrs Etna Stee% and children. Mr and Mrs S A White hosted a family dinner for Mr and Mrs Owen Wilson of Wheeling West Virginia, visiting locally, with carnations for table decor. Mrs Juliet Wilson hosted a family dinner for Howard Wilson of Clinton and Owen Wilson of Wheeling, West Virginia.
On Christmas Eve at the Second United Presbyterian parsonage Mr William Keefer and Miss Rhoda V Walker were married by Rev James R Logue at seven o clock. The bride teaches in the county and the groom is a Washington resident. They will reside in a Gazette office flat. Journal extends congratulations and best wishes. Fresh coal arrives daily from the Garfield Beacon mines via John Shields and Son.
Alma Drew sues her husband Monroe Drew a former Columbus Junction pastor in Wapello Iowa alleging unbearable life and detailing abuses. She seeks separate maintenance claiming he can support her and their two children while pending the January term.
The members of the F. A. A. are all expected to attend council on Saturday evening Dec. 27, 02. Important business. Elwell, Seey.
Laura Biggar the actress was acquitted by the jury in the conspiracy trial. Dr Charles C Hendricks and former Justice of the Peace Samuel Stanton were found guilty. The trio allegedly conspired to secure the late Helary M Bennett estate, with Biggar receiving 350000 from the will and Tennett seeking the entire estate.
Merriment marked Christmas Eve as Rev Scheekengast and Sunday School teachers planned a Morris chair for Sunday School Superintendent W Neal. Neal missed prayer meeting then arrived to a surprise, while Rev Scheekengast received a matching chair from the church officials.
Lena M. Lillie was arrested in David City on a murder charge for Harvey Lillie shot in his bed last October. She pleaded not guilty, bonded at $2,000, motive cited as life insurance. A possible second suspect discussed. couple had one child and reportedly unhappy, though neighbors said otherwise.
Elizabeth Buntenbuck and BLFF Tucker wed at the bride’s parents home six miles southwest of Washington on Wednesday evening. Rev. J. H. Dimmitt officiated as relatives gathered and a bountiful supper followed the ceremony.
Mrs Levi Anderson was not permitted to testify to her illness after eating chocolate candy linking to possible poisoning. The defense objected and the judge sustained the objection after hearing the testimony in private. The case involves Miss Dunlap and alleged toxic food illness.
Lost three letters addressed to W T Ramsey Geo Riddle and Arthur Payne return to Journal office. Found a black cloth coat with astralian collar on Wellman road owner must call and pay notice. Lost stick pin yellow gold dragon leave at this office or receive reward. For sale one Smith Premier and one Hammond typewriter. For rent new cottage near depot. For sale fine solid cherry restaurant furniture and equipment. Keota Iowa address and dates in notice.
Richland residents and visitors share holiday greetings with relatives in town. Alma McCutcheon arrives from Mt. Vernon and Miss Etta Stauffer from Clarinda stay with Miss Anna Henderson. Several trips on the Firefly connect Keota, Sigourney, and Ainsworth. The Beacon advertises coal and moving pictures.
Warren J. Baker discloses a secret history of looting Roman Catholic cathedrals during the Mexican war. He claims his father and a comrade excavated rich churches in Vera Cruz and Mexico City, hiding jewels and gold statues beneath a chapel flagstone before one companion died. Aged warnings from Mexican authorities followed.
Homer Hall of West Point Louisiana credits Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption with curing his obstinate cough. He was told he had consumption by several physicians but recovered after using the remedy. He now weighs 227 pounds and reports the treatment saved his life. Bottles are 50 cents and one dollar with free samples at Stewart's Pharmacy.
Pittsburg December 26 Frick declares there is no vacancy in the presidency of the United States Steel Corporation or any executive position. He says his affairs require his time and he could not accept a daily or exclusive role, though willing to serve as a director and large stockholder.
In New York on December 26 a confession by Edward J. Small after his arrest for robbing messenger boys led to the recovery of $5,000 worth of silks coats and jackets. The total goods tied to Small and accomplices are valued near $25,000. In Iowa a separate report from Algona states Harry Adams killed his wife with a shotgun then killed himself after six months of quarrel. The Moroccan throne pretender was defeated and is now a fugitive.
Mrs H Newsom of Decatur Alabama writes that three years of severe indigestion waterbrush and dyspepsia left her in agony until Electric Bitters offered relief. She claims to eat heartily and has gained 35 pounds since using the remedy. Stewart's drug sells the medicine for 50c guaranteed cure.
The Windsor offers Christmas candies praised as high quality and cheaper than city prices. Mixed candies are highlighted as superior to typical runs and all other candies are meritorious.
A local grocer promotes a rich assortment of fresh nuts, claiming first quality and abundant quantity for Christmas Day shoppers.
Finke and Lakee Froxma are involved in a case labeled Angel Surnep based on Ib Finn Quaiery dates. The fragmentary text references disputes or actions surrounding these individuals and the linked dates, with no clear outcome given.
Local ad promotes sweet cider at 25 cents and ample apples for all, inviting everyone to partake on Christmas night.
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