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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1900
Page
2
A small line of English style winter jackets is offered, lined with Skinzer satin guaranteed for two years. Available in black, brown, tan, oxford in the latest cuts. Only 24 jackets, plus 15 children's jackets, 10 capes, and 12 collarettes. All items discounted 60 percent, sold now.
The council approved the appointment of Fred Stewart as city weigh-master and wood measurer on a trial term from March 1 to January 1, 1901. He will receive 75 percent of the proceeds while other positions were deemed too distant from the square. An ordinance will guide future arrangements.
A veteran cough and consumption remedy claims worldwide use for fifty years with many cures and a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Available at J. H. Stewart's drugstore with prices 25 50 and 100 cents. Also announced is a wagon train of imported stallions to be offered at McElwain and Allen's barn on Wednesday February 4. The stallions are three to six years old and weigh 1800 to 2000 pounds. J Hire
The Graham hosts the funny show Old Uncle Jed featuring a superb orchestra and clever specialties this evening.
The Woman's Relief Corps in this city organized a drive to eliminate a widow’s mortgage by collecting 50 cents to 1.60 from nearly three hundred societies across the state. Donations arrived from most groups, allowing the debt to be paid and the mortgage cancelled at the county recorder's office. The women praised for their thoughtful deed, and the aided widow expressed deep gratitude. Also, Uncle Jed will perform at the Graham with an orchestra, followed by Columbus overture at 8:15, parade at noon free. Ainsworth’s Dr. J. O. Gay, M E building, offers affordable dental services including plates and bridges after training at State University.
The Graham hosts the Swell Orchestra and theatrical company presenting Old Uncle Jed at 8:15 this evening. Tickets range 10 to 50 cents with seats at Anderson and Burroughs. Also notes a breath purifying Clover Root Tea ad and an Academy Lecture Course sale offering three Katherine Ridgeway numbers for 100 dollars. Dr. Fordyce, a Keokuk Medical College student, returned after visiting Drs. Eiskamp.
Free trial by mail offered by Hayes & Coon of Detroit to anyone who has had the grippe or now suffers its aftereffects. The tonic is claimed to restore strength, nerves, and general health, with testimonials from Hard Morehead, Pran Barbeau, M. Boyd, and Wm. Simpson. Readers urged to send name and address and to tell friends.
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