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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1909
Page
3
H. E. Pech thanks the Bankers Accident Company of Des Moines for prompt settlement of a sickness and accident claim amounting to 12 dollars 80 cents. He credits agent J. G. Moriarty of his city and recommends the company to readers seeking reliable insurance.
A nostalgic promotion for Bucklen's Arnica Salve claiming it cures pimples sores and boils while softening the skin and improving appearance. It highlights uses for pimples sore eyes cold sores cracked lips chapped hands and piles. Sold for 25 cents at J E Lemmon's.
Our marriage ceremonies emphasize Roman rites with the ring veil and wedding gifts. Groomsmen and bridesmaids attend, the bride cake appears, and the ceremony centers on classic wedding rituals.
Instructions advise applying Chamberlain's Liniment twice daily to the back with a five minute palm massage. Dampened flannel applied over the sore area is bound in place to speed relief. Sold by F. L. Stolte and Lemmon's Pharmacy.
A meditation on daily joy and self realization. The author emphasizes feeling alive and pursuing destined scope as proof of success. Bliss Carman reflects on elation, growth, and the path to personal achievement.
An ad promotes ZIMO a vegetable liquid for external use as a quick permanent cure for eczema. The McElhinney Drug Co offers a booklet detailing cases of skin disease cured by this remedy drawing germs to the surface and destroying them.
Auction on Thursday January 6 1910 at 10 a m sells eight horses including a brown mare in foal to Percheron Stalion and an old bay mare in foal to same horse plus two three year old geldings two mares and two colts. Also thirty Hampshire broad sows bred to farrow April May and fifty native Shropshire ewes bred to a registered Shropshire buck from Pewaukee Wis. Terms 12 months on sums over 10 with note at 7 percent interest. under 10 cash. 6 percent discount on cash over 10. D J Palmer R L Livingston Frank Macon Auctioneers Ralph Dougherty Clerk. 22-28-4
A concise reflection on marriage describing it as the noblest of all professions and a deeply engaging life path. The statement emphasizes the value and fascination of married life.
Claim of a one day cold cure with laxative Bromos Quinins tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails. Signature of E. W. Grove on each box. Price listed as 25 cents.
Uncle Ezra proclaims two types of people around elections: those who know you the day before and those who don’t know you the day after. The remark framing voters and neighbors echoes campaign era social divides.
Freys Studio markets the Buster Brown camera as the best $2.00 option on the market with emphasis on value and wide appeal for shoppers.
Lawyer urges Mrs. Jones to resume marriage and drop divorce plans while a punchy ad touts Foley's Orine Laxative as a mild, pleasant remedy for constipation in women and children sold at Lem mon's Pharmacy.
Miss Homeleigh recalls a stranger attempting a kiss, and Miss Cutting adds a sharp retort about the stranger being odd for a second try. The quip highlights their camaraderie and quick humor in a domestic setting.
Advertisement claims Pazo ointment cures itching bleeding and protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or a money back refund. Priced at 60 cents.
Mr Chuggins complains his motor car causes envy from speed traps and traffic restrictions. He laments it goes too fast to avoid speeding tickets and too slow to avoid obstruction warnings, highlighting a comic dilemma with his vehicle. The piece captures a humorous exchange about unreliable transport.
A trusted bowel remedy, Chamberlain's Celie Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, is advertised as perfectly reliable in severe cases. Availability noted at F. L. Stolte and Lemmon's pharmacy.
A German writer advocates leaving wooden articles unpainted and unpolished. He argues natural wood reveals beauty and stays cleaner, claiming uncoated surfaces resist dirt and wear better over time.
Mrs. S Joyce of Claremont New Hampshire reports buying Foley's Kidney Remedy a year ago and being cured of a severe long standing kidney trouble. She calls it a grand good medicine and recommends it.
A Pittsburg man faced accusation for selling properties 40 feet under water line, but no buyer claims being charged extra for water. The notice notes buyers did not allege any water surcharge.
A Nashua Iowa night policeman J N Paterson testifies after failing to improve with several cough medicines and two doctors. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar with curing two thirds of a bottle and calls it the greatest cough and lung medicine in the world, via Lemmon's Pharmacy.
A succinct quote from Lord Shaftesbury about life and optimism, noting that experience yields belief that good exists in all things. The line reflects a stoic, enduring viewpoint on human nature and optimism.
The advertisement states hexamethylene tetramine is a valued ingredient in Foley's Kidney Remedy. It claims the chemical acts as a uric acid solvent and antiseptic for urine and urges taking the remedy at first signs of irregularities to prevent serious illness.
In Keota on December 27 the community notes Christmas observances across churches with cantatas and decorated trees. Local families gathered for reunions at multiple homes including the Hulse, Carris Greenwood, Simer man, Coffman, Bales, Robertson, Bryson, and Glover households with extended relatives. Various out of town visitors joined, including relatives from Washington and Muscatine.
Dave Werner of Mt. Pleasant visited A. L. Koch's last week. John McClintic visited R. E. L. McClintic's. Mrs. Thompson visited Mrs. R. W. Dunbar's. Ethel Robertson visited Scott Dickinson's and Perry Gowey's. James Wheeler moved to Van Wert Iowa and Pearl Parcelle moved to his former home. Rolla Gowey of Centerville visited Jon and Ralph Gowey last Thursday and Friday. John Miller moved to Ben Gardner's place. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones of Canada visited relatives in the area. Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Rittenhouse and daughter Ruth visited relatives in Washington on Christmas Day. Lloyd Jones spent Christmas at Fairfield.
Smith Glaze and daughter Mildred from St. Joseph Missouri arrived for a visit with relatives in Ainsworth. Mrs J R Butler left for Collins Iowa to visit her parents. Harold Phillips and family from West Liberty Iowa returned home after a visit at the Rhodes home. J A Trotter and wife of Bennett Iowa returned home after visiting the Trotter family. Gladys Dawson accompanied them for a short visit. Mrs Geo Norton and daughter visited Christmas at the W T Trotter home.
A 1909 verse by George Matthew Adams credits Walt Mason with a satirical lyric about Willie Watson fleeing after a scandalous jab at a "dame of high degree." The poem mocks press scrutiny and public gossip as reporters chase the truth behind the serpent's tongue accusation.
C C Chambers arrived for a few days at home. Revival services are ongoing at the Methodist church led by Mr Hulse of Keota. Centerville visitors Chas Olds and wives J P Olds and wives Ray Simpson and wives returned home from M L Olds parental home.
West Chester saw ten inches of snow on Saturday and Saturday night. John Wood and wife spent Christmas at the Jos Hennon home. Florence Dusenberry held a Christmas tree for her Sunday school class at J D Dayton's. The Baptist and United Presbyterian churches held Christmas programs. Ed Wells traveled to Des Moines, and Grace Limerman spent Christmas with friends in town and Keota.
Ray Dix returns from Hampton Iowa after spending Christmas with his parents. Nelson Clark of Kewanee and Mr. and Mrs. Betzer of Muscatine depart after visiting the Frank Lemon home. Clarence Young Murray Smylie J H McCleery Mrs Patterson and Mrs Luther Gormly travel to Washington. Mr and Mrs W B Anwyll host a dinner for guests including Mr and Mrs Samuel Gordon of Missouri and Mr and Mrs Robert Gordon of Omaha with Mrs W G Robertson and child completing the scene.
Margaret, daughter of Mrs. H. C. Hull, arrived from Kirkwood Illinois for a visit at her mother’s home. Miss Wait Vesey of Winfield arrived for a visit with friends. Donald Paisley of Winfield visited relatives today. James Turkington of Wyman visited between trains this morning.
Dec 27 Richmond notes greet the new year. Z B Blecha visited town. Grandpa Spevacek Joe Holub and J W Radda on sick list. John Haiss family and George Saur hosted visitors. Dillinger children from Washington visit. Mary Smith hosted a Christmas tree for Biskamp children. Local primary and high school program praised. Santa Claus distributed candy after the program.
A Lancet excerpt by C N Saldanha describes the Lindvos practice of regular oil baths for all patrons and their newborns. Infants receive daily oil baths for forty days and gradually extend intervals while parents accept weekly baths as a sign of discipline. The text notes perceived better lungs and pectorals in Indians and fuller feminine busts compared with Europeans.
A Kansas City Journal item notes a manager explains lavish snow purchase as paper prices rise and snow costs surge. The remark frames a costly display tied to a bygone time when white paper was cheaper.
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