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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1909
Page
2
Local notices show Rothschild's offering fur at actual cost and weather driven bargains. Many residents, including Miss VanSickle and Mrs. Hennon, visit stores in town while others travel to Keota and West Chester.
The B B C class of the Methodist church held a Christmas banquet in the church banquet room with about thirty five attendees. Miss Rownd received a cut glass bowl as a gift from the class. Also reports: Miss Hazel Oakes married C D Leason in Burlington. Laura Edna Rich and Dr Charles P Liederthal wed in Chicago. an oyster supper at St James School featured a student program. plans for New Year celebrations and various society events follow including card and club gatherings and a Commercial club dance set for January 3.
The Lexington church Ladies Aid will serve a free New Year’s Day dinner and hold a bazaar. The Woman’s Home Missionary Society meets at Mrs C T Smith’s on Iowa Avenue at 2 30 pm Friday, then a Ladies Aid meeting follows. The G A R posts a postponed meeting from Jan 1 to Jan 8 and a joint installation with the W R C on Jan 4 at 7 30 pm, inviting members and spouses.
Frank Mahara’s Big Minstrel Co with 20 colored stars and comedians performs at Graham on Tuesday January 4. The troupe is one of the oldest minstrel groups on the road and has a past engagement here.
William Owen leads his strongest supporting company for a Graham matinee and evening with The Merchant of Venice and As You Like It. The production features ornate scenery, noted singers, and careful interpretation of roles including Orlando’s scenes. The program promises a safe and delightful theater experience for all audiences.
A stereopticon view show is scheduled at Bethel Church on January 1 at 7 50 p m by Reverend Richard Hughes. The event promises interesting entertainment and invites attendance.
Banks will be closed all day Saturday January 1 in observance of the New Year holiday per the official notice.
Glendale school hosts a December 31 literary program with declamations recitations extemporaneous speaking and a declamation by Hannah Harvey Frances Wilson Leila Wilson Sophia Koehler Katie Miller Irma Wilbur Loretta Swift Emma Galloway Ruth Harvey and others. Enola J. Harvey directs.
The government thermometer registered thirteen degrees below zero before 10 p.m. last night, fell to eleven below at 10, and rose to zero below by 7 a.m. This winter’s low, thirteen below, caused little hardship for most, though prayer meeting attendees felt the chill.
A marriage license was issued today to George Timberman of Davenport and Mildred McAtlin of this city, formalizing their union.
Frank Webb underwent an operation at his home yesterday performed by Drs Cubbins and Stewart. He progressed well and is improving nicely today, with medical staff cautiously optimistic.
The notice states the library will be closed for the entire day on New Year’s Day. Visitors are advised to plan accordingly and return materials after the holiday.
The court house will be closed all day Saturday for New Year’s Day. No filings or services will be available.
The Fox and Dewey corn contest ends on New Year’s day with awards to be presented Monday January 3 in a final ceremony.
Mrs. Clayton Neiswanger and Miss Kila Simpson join Snow's College of Dressmaking as new students. At Tuesday evening Masonic Lodge ceremonies Mrs. Norton performed Schubert's Serenade after a strong encore, while Mary Forman drew praise for her intricate accompaniment showing rapid musical progress.
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