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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1902

Page

4

Gov Van Sant Discusses Tax Merger and Reforms in Minnesota

In an extra session, Governor Van Sant outlines tax commission proposals with amendments, urges immediate action, defends against tax discrimination, and backs a permanent tax commission while opposing broader exemptions. He also informs on the Northern Securities railroad merger lawsuit and appropriations.

Gov. van Sant Inkes Minnesota Northern Securities Company New Jersey Great Northern Northern Pacific Douglas

Local Post Office Seeks Two New Routes in Crawfordsville

Word from Washington DC indicates two routes are being considered for Crawfordsville with an inspector to review grounds soon. Applicants are urged to submit names promptly as final arrangements are pending.

David Harium Tickets Sold by Manager Moore

Manager Moore reports orders for tickets for David Harium from Keota Sigourney Richland Brighton Ainsworth Kalona Richmond and nearby towns. David Harium arrives at Graham tomorrow evening. The notice disclaims future obligations contracted by Ida Luella YckKoon wife of O MckKoon.

Harium Keota Sigourney Richland Brighton Ainsworth Kalona Richmond Ida Luella

Local moves and notices from Grace Hill region

John Hotel of near Dubito and Karl Deaper relocate to farms east of Grace Hill. Mrs Shaw plans to move to Greeley Colorado with business ties to beet sugar. Local trades include Johnson's bakery and Dempsey lunch counter updates. Repeated illness and recovery news around Singmaster and Typhoid fever in Lexington.

Good building lot in Jas Young's addition on the Heights

Classified notes include a cheap building lot in Jas Young's addition on the Heights with inquiries to Capt Kellogg or M Gallagher. Also rag carpet and rug weaving wanted and old wool carpet buyers sought by E Frechin in Southeast Washington Chilcote addition. Informal home for sale at the Journal office.

Jas Young Heights Capt. Kellogg M. Gallagher E. Frechin Washington Chilcote

City lighting plans eyed after Ames college visit

Mrs. Dickens returned from Burlington last night. Prof. G. W. Bissell of Ames Agricultural College arrived and will survey the city today to report to the council tonight on the best lighting plan and related improvements.

Comedians Trick Surprises Bailiffs and Bishop

A tale about Joe Haines, a 17th century comedian known as Count Haines, who outwits two bailiffs by invoking a bishop relative. The bishop, impressed by the bold ploy, promises to settle the debt, and does so after the bailiffs report scruples. Also reported: Battle Creek Pure Food sold to Matta Vita, with capital of 5 million dollars and list of Chicago and Ohio investors.

Joe Haines Charlies II Count” Haines Joe Battle Creek Mich Battle Creek Pure Food Company Matta-Vita Food Company Pew Company A. C. Wisner N. S. Phelps J. M. Studebaker South Bend Ind Samuel W. Allerton H. N. Higinbotham Frank G. Lowden Edward A. Shed H. N. Keys H. T. Gross William P. Williams Chicago

Hand shakes reveal health and character, says London Doctor

A London doctor argues that a firm handshake shows stamina while a weak grip signals frailty. Quick nervous grips indicate an excitable temperament and health, while a collapse shows fear. Magnetic hands reflect health, kindness, and a readiness to help.

London

Milwaukee Tragedy Averted as Dredge Hammer Nears

In Milwaukee on February 6 a violent attack nearly claimed a life when a dredge hammerhead slipped as William Schulz struck Edward Meyer the Niagara flats janitor on East Water street Schulz surrendered at the police station after fleeing the building bullets fired from Meyers revolver narrowly missed him Schulz offers no clear reason for the assault.

Milwaukee Wis A. Dean Cooper St. Louis William Schulz Edward Meyer Niagara Flats East Water Street Schulz

Blizzard Paralyzes Michigan Rail Lines With Heavy Snow

A severe blizzard strains Michigan travel for over a day. Rail service suffers as freight and passenger trains are stalled or wrecked. In St Joseph and nearby, lines and yards are trapped by deep drifts and snowbound engines.

St. Joseph Mich Pere Marquette Stevensville Milwaukee Benton Harbor Columbus Baintonshill Buchanan

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