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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1904
Page
4
A fragmented daily page notes a frightened horse running through streets with occupants dumped, plus a miscellany of local advertisements and society items. It lists bakery specials, visits from residents, theater tickets, and upcoming events, painting a bustling town scene.
At eight miles north of town on the Henry Berdo farm, on Thursday January 5 1905 at 10 am, sale includes two horses, 18 cattle (14 young steers 2 calves and 2 cows), 20 shoals, 15 tons hay, corn in crib, and farm implements. Terms: 12 months credit over $10 with note, under $10 cash. 6 percent off for cash. note bears 7 percent if not paid. Auctioneers: Reeves and Hill. Clerk: McCoy.
Officers urge every member to attend the 6 o'clock Sabbath prayer meeting as the new year begins with full participation. This marks the regular consecration gathering.
An ad touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a internal treatment targeting blood and mucous surfaces. It claims a physician lineage, promises testimonials, and lists F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo as makers with 75 cent price. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills and a local movie preview about a bank robbery at Graham on Saturday night December 31. Nut fingers at the Vienna Bakery.
Amos Crawford died at his mother Mrs Amanda Crawford’s home in West Washington at 11 o'clock. Born June 22 1878 in Dutch Creek township he lived in the county all his life except five years near Crawfordsville. He sought health in New Mexico but returned home in poor health six weeks ago. Survived by his mother and seven children Roxy Campbell Julia Vogt Myrtle Frack Bertha Moore Katharine Amanda and Ralph. Funeral at home Sunday 11 conducted by Rev Ress of the First U P church with burial in Tyrone cemetery.
An 19th century advertisement touts Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as a one day cure for a cold. It promotes the syrup as the best cough remedy and lists prices of 25 and 50 cents sold by J. H. Stewart through druggists.
The Brinton fielded late improvements on his picture machines and promises a superior entertainment. The Pentecost group plans an open air rally and street meeting on the square tomorrow at 2 pm. Holiday closings note Christmas and New Year days on Sundays push Observed dates December 26 1904 and January 2 1905.
New York dispatch reports life savers rescued the Dru thelzier crew after they were drenched and frozen since Christmas. Captain Nicholson refused desertion to aid the men, as the ship finally abandoned with four feet of water in the hold. Norfolk and Diamond Shoals rescue efforts followed with the Northeast rn wreck at Cape Hatteras yielding twenty two survivors.
The Steamer Puritan of the Fall River line was disabled off Pleasant View by a broken port paddle wheel, likely from floating ice. The Boston City of Brockton and Fall River aided, later Port Lin towed in. Captain Chase planned repairs and a New York voyage with about 400 passengers aboard.
Isadore Mautner of Fort Wayne and John Peenan of Terre Haute along with John Ganzel and Philip Arnold of Louisville failed to settle on a price for the Grand Rapids Central League baseball franchise with about $1000 separating the final offers. Washington reports Gov. Gino Carter of Hawaii urges amending the Chinese exclusion law to allow Chinese labor in Hawaii.
A man enters a wholesale cigar shop seeking a single sample to try before buying. The proprietor explains sales are illegal inside but offers a free sample from the bottom row. The man pockets the cigar and leaves, prompting the dealer to note he will replace the sample with the same box if the customer returns.
A short reflection on happiness urging readers to stop envying others. Emphasizes savoring daily pleasures and modest comforts instead of coveting neighbors possessions or status, arguing true joy rests in appreciating one s own opportunities.
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