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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1907
Page
3
Forty five McCullough cottage residents at Drury College in Springfield Missouri at dinner time applied vivid facial paint. The act followed observations that a teacher wore a ceaseless brilliant blush that seemed never to fade.
Lincoln Neb Feb 8 It is doubtful if any member of the legislature has done more along the line of Roosevelt reform than Representative G L France of Syracuse Ohio and county He claims the distinction of having more children than any other member of the present legislature He has fifteen In recognition of this the legislature has adopted resolutions of thanks to Mr and Mrs France for their showing in behalf of anti race death by own action and these resolutions have been sent to Governor Sheldon and President Roosevelt
A severe avalanche at the Eclipse mine eighteen miles west of Salida buries the buildings and boarding house. Manager FY Harris is trapped under the snow with rescue doubtful. If the slide had delayed slightly, every miner would have been in the boarding house or en route.
In Evansville Indiana the Vanderburg county finances are described as dead broke due to a shortage of funds and the absence of John Walker, the recently pledged treasurer of the city and county. County officials state the financial affairs are in bad shape.
In Jefferson City the Missouri Senate spent two hours debating the Jim Crow bill with Democrats supporting and Republicans opposing. The heated session signaled likely passage when put to a vote.
Indian veteran of the Civil War David Notttaway was found frozen stiff during a march by John and Henry Pamptohe in Athens Michigan. A jug of cider lay beside him and was nearly empty suggesting he drank and passed out, having been missing for over two weeks.
The Indian appropriation bill faced rough handling in the senate with committee recommended amendments largely rejected on points of order. The house completed and passed the river and harbor appropriation bill exceeding 83 million dollars. A denatured alcohol bill amendment passed and the naval appropriation bill was set as the continuing order.
State Highway Commissioner Earle presides as Saginaw County leads Michigan in miles of good roads and state aid, with Deputy Rogers noting the large attendance and strong county effort at the convention in Saginaw.
A traveling man registered from Veolia, Illinois shot himself in his hotel room in Manchester Michigan on February 8. A note in the room asked that his father be notified.
The president signed the general service pension bill recently passed by Congress in Washington.
A farmer injured by a savage temper lingered under doctor care incurring heavy medical bills. As he nears recovery an old friend jokes about his repairs while noting St. Paul's Chapel in New York City has a 1764 cornerstone.
Groundhog Day brings expectations of more cold weather after a harsh winter. Nash Yoder returns from Chicago. Dora Sma and A Powers wed at the bride’s parents home on West Barnes Street with Rev. J. A. Boatman officiating. Watt Palmer injured when his gun discharged while hunting, treated locally. Emmie Sommers visits Riverside. Mrs. Mellinyer recovering at home. John Randel relocates family to the Palmer home south of the railroad. Swartzendruber family returns from La Junta Colorado.
Feb 9 A J Nicholson returned from Seymour Texas with 8 W White and family reporting a nice location and new home. Stephen Hayden was a brief Washington visitor. Mrs J Lindley Coon of Newton arrived to spend days at S Pearson home. C W Jackson sale was well attended and everything sold well. John Hopengardner of Washington is a guest at the W Price home. Wesley Price ill with a heavy cold.
Mrs. Pete Stein returned from Sigourney after a party. A children's service is set for 3 30 this afternoon at the Presbyterian church. The school board approved a half hour early release and reduced school work during revival meetings. Mrs. J N Reinert visited Sigourney relatives. Clarence Pool returned from Iowa City. Mrs. Mary Kramer arrived home from Sigourney after visiting her sister Mrs Schiltz.
Mr and Mrs Frank Anderson of Washington visited relatives here and returned home this morning. John Peck of Washington was in town yesterday. Mrs Rydner of Muscatine is visiting the N L Long time. Miss Amanda Hawthorne is very ill. The Churches Presbyterian Morning service at 11 with The Second Coming of Christ. Evening service at 7 with Solomon's Choice of Wisdom. United Presbyterian Morning service at 11 Numbering the Host. Evening service at 7 Results. Methodist Communion Sabbath 11 morning, 7 evening services.
Mr and Mrs Walter Lizsey returned from Riverside where they attended the funeral of Mrs Wm Lewis.
Havre reports Mrs. E G Mason of Washington spent Wednesday with her parents. J A Booth departed Tuesday for Texas.
George Allhouse runs the store in his absence while Mrs Gardner attends the Coppock Sigafoose wedding. Frank Macon reports strong sales despite cold weather. Chas Custer and family visit relatives near Washington FM. Mitchell and Fletcher wedding draws Will Mitchell and family from Ainsworth. Jesse Marr ships hogs to Chicago. Mrs Will Mitchell returns to Ainsworth with children after visiting relatives.
Professor J. G. Moore discusses bottom heat and soil mixes for profitable crops like tomatoes and cucumbers. He advises a rich loam soil with manure, and recommends light, frequent watering after bearing begins. Frequent squid manure diluted in water is urged every ten days.
The article warns that barn basements for horses are common yet many stables lack proper warmth for cold weather. Careless exposures after work, overwork when winters are hard, improper feeding and watering, and poor protection cause discomfort and illness. Proper handling and gentle work can prevent many issues.
In November 1903 fewer than twenty farmers' companies handled grain in the state. Now nearly 150 cooperative grain firms are thriving. When these companies began, grain prices rose from 38 to 7 cents per bushel above the level with no competition, according to G. W. in Orange Judd Farmer.
The article notes that energy for a laboring horse comes from carbon in feed, with corn providing superior energy for hard labor and oats required for growing animals. It emphasizes protein builds muscle, while carbon fuels the animal’s energy, drawing a parallel to coal powering engines.
A new machine promises to manage twenty thousand accounts without any books or labor. Demonstrations at the National Business show in Chicago March 16 to 23 will display a device that replaces 300 bookkeepers, operates without overtime, and costs less than a year of salaries.
Misses Bessie Smock and Bessie Randolph of Keota are spending a few days at the Andy Stranaban.
Johnson's offers angel food and devil's food layer cakes among a variety of bakery items. The shop markets both classic desserts to attract customers seeking traditional cakes.
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