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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1911
Page
4
Prominent Republican leaders from the West and Northwest join forces with scattered members from Cast to create a Progressive league. Senator Bourne of Oregon leads the group planning a campaign to popularize party principles and may launch a new party.
A new political force the National Progressive Republican League emerges with leaders like Jonathan Becurne Jr and George Norris among its officers and members. It aims to advance progressive legislation, elect direct US senators, and organize state leagues while denouncing special interests and party bosses.
The writer recalls sending a plan for a progressive league to the Outlook on December 10. In about three weeks the article returned with praise calling the idea practical and beneficial for nations. The Outlook did not wish to stage the organization but noted editors would be involved if started.
The speaker argues the public will reject dictation by a few, favor a broad nonpartisan rescue league focused on principles over individuals. A strong plank supports corrupt practices reform and vote buying crusades, with Adams County Ohio and Danville Kentucky cited as early examples. The speaker trusts God and the people to drive reform and possibly a new party if needed.
Castle Garden, once Castle Clinton and a fort, is slated for expansion to host a larger aquarium. Plans include removing thick walls, adding two stories, and building 1,692 feet of glass for about 282 tanks. City bond issue near $1,000,000 to fund the project with Dr. Townsend to inspect overseas facilities.
The Rev Maitland Alexander of Pittsburg and his wife, wealthy philanthropists, fund experiments using sixty monkeys at Allegheny General Hospital to seek a serum for infantile paralysis. Monkeys in the pathology department exchange blood with patients as part of the research.
A company with ten million dollars in gold capital is formed to grow cotton in Chosen Korea. Early experiments show growing cotton is successful.
A poem excerpt questions mothers about youth and scarce foods. The speaker asks if meat and butter were common in the past, noting jokes about dietary abundance. Attributed to William Wallace Whitelock in the New York Sun, 7.
A historical dialogue records questions about how long the colored doctor treated a patient named Ephraim. Ephraim replies that the doctor never said he would treat him longer than when he came here, indicating limited or brief medical attention.
A festive scene unfolds as trolleys reappear amid cheers. Crowds gather for their return, singing and waving as the city celebrates a restored transit novelty.
A detective notes the chief’s wit when a telegram reveals the criminal’s name. The exchange ends with the three words Get Rich quick, exposing the motive and clue in a concise comic moment.
Halifax-Sponger, creator of Energetic Rising Yeast, anticipates a large future market after finding the product serves as effective anti ballast for airships, a promising development for Fundy-Why and Halifax prospects.
A dialogue quotes a legislator praising a trip to Annapolis to shield from a perceived feminine invasion. The counterpart notes the wife was converted and became more challenging afterward, reflecting on how the trip affected personal relations.
Washington February 1 Senator Bristow of Kansas opposed the confirmation but only he voted against Walter I Smith who was confirmed by the Senate to fill the vacancy left by Willis Van Devanter Smith will defer qualifying until after this Congress ends and will serve out his term Strong resistance was avoided after Senator Cummins declined to oppose the nomination and Judiciary Committee action had been favorable Earlier confirmations included all commerce court judges and others before the Senate
Dialogue humor about umbrellas during rain shows a peppy exchange. A speaker questions umbrellas in storms and mild rain, concluding the risk of theft and wetness makes carrying one unwise. The back and forth carries a light, ironic tone.
Wellington Texas resident recounts losing weight to consumption and credits Dr. King's New Discovery with a full recovery. He praises its efficacy for coughs colds lagrippe asthma and croup and notes trial bottle is free with pharmacy guarantee.
A brief exchange notes Scribbles writing verses that please some yet baffle others. The dialogue implies Scribbles’ poetic effect on readers remains limited to a peculiar circle.
A quip shows Tom Skinner using two lawyers. He first seeks business advice from one, then consults the other to decide how much to pay the first bill. The exchange highlights his cautious approach to legal costs.
The piece jokes about Iowa enjoying near summer warmth in January with a 50 at two o clock, almost 60, comparing it to Los Angeles. It speculates such weather could attract population growth and restore Iowa’s prestige, despite a forecast of snow flurries tonight.
A poetic meditation on daily struggle contrasting those who persevere with valor and persistence against others who opt for the line of least resistance in life. The verse reflects enduring effort versus ease in human conduct.
Mayme comments on hair length as it falls below her knees asking why the length was chosen. Grayce questions the purchase and fit, evaluating the styling choice.
A fragmented quotation appears to describe a drowning alert and a dismissive response. The readable text hints at a tense moment involving a man in distress and disbelief or resignation from observers. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.
Graphite’s nearly pure carbon composition and chemical inertness plus volatility only at high temperatures make it exceptionally valuable for crucibles used in steel brass and bronze industries.
Edgar A Higgins of Avoca offers eight half ounce packets of named sweet pea varieties for 25 cents postpaid. Order before February 15 to receive an extra packet of orchid flowered Sweet Pea Paradi Spencer. Coin remittance preferred.
Falls Victim to Thieves. S. W. Bends of Coal City Alabama faced a long illness cured by Dr. King’s New Life Pills. He recovered after suffering liver and kidney trouble. The ad touts relief from constipation malaria headache and dyspepsia with 25 cent pills from Lemmon’s Pharmacy.
The Rev A H Griffith spoke to about 150 people at West Chester last night urging open confession of Christ. Afternoon services for mothers and elderly drew about 75. local families provided white uniforms for men and a donor sent white to honor the event. Twenty three confessions of faith have been reported to date.
The seller informs that the grocery business has been sold to E. P. McCaulley and demands immediate account closure. All debtors are urged to call at the store at once. Signed J. A. Conger, 9814.
Cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinin Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails. E. W. Grove’s signature appears on each box. Price 25 cents.
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