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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1913

Page

4

Local society notes and Vienna candy ads in county tidings

Mrs Charles Weible of Saugatuck Mich visits two weeks with relatives at Lyman Bunce home. Vienna offers fresh candy macaroons nuts chocolates and salted nuts. Harris family burned near Richland noted by Washington residents. County medical society met with Dr Tombaugh presenting. Evangelistic meetings continue. cold weather noted with overcoat sighting. PD Meade and others visit. Shana sisters to Chicago. Bratten visits Davenport. Vienna delivery and hotel calls listed. board of supervisors to meet Feb 3.

Charles Weible Saugatuck, Mich Lyman Bunce Washington The County Medical Society F. M. Tombaugh Burlington

First Baptist Church Weekly Services

Bible school at 9 30 young people's hour at 6 morning service at 11 and evening service at 7. Pastor's morning theme The Source of Optimism and evening More Room. Midweek service Wednesday at 7 30 for prayer conference and fellowship. Welcomes all to its services.

Charles Brown’s Horse and Mule Sale Dates notice

Charley Brown announces sale dates in February with multiple consignors across Washington Wellman West Chester Kalona Holbrook and surrounding areas. About 309 head of horses and mules to be sold. Good stock offered with emphasis on quality and buyer contact.

Moody George Washington Hewitt Kass Wellman Brook & Wright Sbrumback West Chester Everett Huber S. E Art Dayton Cave Yoder North Kalona George Brush North Washington Jack Donahue Holbrook Tom O'Flaherty Fred Bartholomew Billy McConnell Chas. Brown

Thomas Marshall of Brighton Dead

Thomas Marshall a Brighton resident died suddenly at his home from heart failure. Born October 6 1847 in Hanover Ohio he married Julia Alkier January 25 1890 and is survived by a daughter Mrs Mella Pickens of St Charles Iowa. Funeral Tuesday at 2 30 pm at the Christian Church with Rev C L Walker leading assisted by Rev Cornell.

Brighton Thomas Marshall Marshall Mr. Marshall Hanover Ohio Julia Alkier Mella Pickens St. Charles Iowa The Christian Church C L. Walker Rey Cornell New Sharon

Social notices from Washington Boulevard to East Main Street

Miss Vera Alberson hosts Saturday bridge at her Washington boulevard home. Chapter 1 P E O plans annual party and dinner Tuesday Feb 4 at Mrs Laura Maxwell on East Main. Mr and Mrs Wm Tucker honor Mr and Mrs Lemmon Bailey of Northbranch Kan. Bailey party departs with nephew Frank and niece Jeanette Bailey of Crawfordsville. Miss Addie Harmon Ida Harmon Louise Brockman host teachers and friends at East Main Street for five hundred with four tables and luncheon.

Vera Alberson Washington Boulevard Chapter 1 Laura Maxwell East Main Street Wm. Tucker Lemmon Bailey Northbranch Kan Addie Ida Harmon Louise Brockman Misses Harmon Earda

Multiple Local Meetings Announced This February

The Woman's Auxiliary to Washington County Hospital holds a 2 30 PM Monday regular meeting urging full attendance. Mystic Workers of the World schedule a Monday Feb 3 gathering. Washington lodge No 26 A F and A M meets Tuesday Feb 4 at 7 30 PM for third degree work with many visitors invited. St James church plans a social Monday evening February 13 in Phoenix Hall.

Washington County Hospital A. Anderson Mystic Workers of the World St. James Church Phoenix

Daddy's Bedtime The Dog and the Milk Bottle

Kivi the dog prowls the street in search of food and targets a baby in a stroller. The milk bottle in the baby's cart becomes his prize as the nurse chases the thief through the street. The bottle breaks during a chase but the dog continues to flee with the milk still attached to a rubber tube.

Jack Evelyn Sheppiec Sheppie Kiyi Siwa Gevarts Kivi Miyis Baly Baby Ele Buaby Dow Botob Silas

Bond Approved for Loan Workers President Frank M. Ryan

Special to the Evening Journal reports Frank M. Ryan president of the Loan Workers will be released at once after a Federal Court approved his bond. The action clears his immediate release following the court decision.

Evening Journal Frank MM. Ryan Federal Court

Church Mothers Meeting Announcement

A notice states a mothers meeting at the church at 3 p m led by U S Smith. He plans to address mothers on topics vital to spiritual life and Christian character.

Smith

Windsor Grocery Saturday Specials on Peach Canned Goods

Windsor Grocery advertises in store and telephone ordering for Saturday bargains. Highlights include California peaches at 15 cents a can, genuine Sealshipt oysters per quart, various hams, pickles, ginger snaps, graham crackers, apples by the bushel or peck, and other canned and preserved foods with low prices. Includes assorted fruit notes and household staples to attract Satury shoppers.

California

February Opens With Low Mercury

The February 1913 report shows a harsh start with six degrees below zero in the W. A. Cook thermometer and a brisk cold snap, followed by a bright winter day. January’s average was 26 degrees with 1.07 inches of precipitation, and long-term records note the coldest days in thirty-one years. Francis Prairie, a California ranch man, fell ill on a train and Miss Mary Kennedy of Lee, Massachusetts, helped nurse him. they are now married.

Iowa W. A. Cook Cook Aulz Francis Prairie California Mary Kennedy Lee Mass

Hunch for Statesmen and Political Narratives

No man who believes a job is near will work long for a senator who only sends a speech. No man seeking a consulship will be satisfied with a simple assignment. A note from the Louisville Courier-Journal mentions cash prices and a reference to Judge Archbold deposed, planning a law office in Scranton Pennsylvania.

Louisville Courier-Journal

The Hero in the Football Tale at Christmas Time

A patched narrative blends football drama with Christmas cheer as The Hero overcomes trainer opposition to win a crucial game. The Girl in the stands glows with affection, while the crowd roars at the turning point. The tale mirrors seasonal themes of courage, triumph, and frosted admiration.

Fairy tale mischief over ton of coal and diamonds

The good fairy promises a wish to the brave person. The wish is a ton of coal triggering consternation among the fairies. They propose to seek a compromise of a ton of diamonds if possible.

Man In Wisconsin Story Ends In Curious Twist

A Wisconsin man reads papers and recounts a tale about eating corn then hints at a hidden outcome as the scene moves forward in a humorous, slightly surreal exchange.

Wisconsin

Higgins Revealed By Vanity and Porterhouse Habits

A dialogue exposes Higgins as vain and self centered. The speaker notes his growing pride and claims he has X ray photos of himself taken after cada meal of four porterhouse steaks.

Higgins

Poet Obituary Poem Forecast Draws Mocking Warning

The friend of the rhymeter quips that once Mr. Morgan dies every poet in the land will write him an obituary poem. The remark highlights a playful jab about literary tribute and notoriety.

Morgan

Publication Request for Quick Linen Marking Method

A Westminister housewife requests publication of an effective rapid method for marking table linen. The note mentions feeding the baby jam and seeks practical guidance for household laundry and care.

Westminister

Shivers Details Revolver Tattoo Incident

Shivers says an opposing tattooist was arrested yesterday after allegedly attempting to draw a revolver on him during a session. The claim centers on a disputed act alleged by Shivers as intimidation.

Shivers

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