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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1900
Page
3
Miss Bertha Oliver of West Chester remains missing as authorities and residents spread descriptions to nearby points. A Burlington-suspect girl shopped in a dry goods store the night she vanished, prompting further tips via phone lines. Local notices urge hair chains and switches to order at Hotel Civic.
A prominent Washington citizen declines to fill Dun and Co blanks, arguing questions are immaterial, leading, and potentially incriminating. He cites legal rights not to testify and offers to provide references if desired, while hinting at the humor and skepticism behind the request.
Dr. Hay visited Wyman on professional business last night. Mrs. Frank Creth left for a visit at West Chester this morning. Dr. Coxe returned home from Cedar Rapids. W. Ruedy and M. S. Porter, both of West Chester, were city visitors today. W. H. Van Winkle of Ainworth stayed in the city last night. Mrs. Hattie Gordon and daughter set out for a Brighton visit this morning. Ralph Smith went to Burlington yesterday evening and returned this morning. Ed Knoupp and Ira Bowman departed yesterday morning for a visit at Ft Madison. Continuous local visits and business calls noted from several residents.
Miss Grace Benn of Riverside was in the city yesterday as a guest of friends. Mrs J A Guest hosted a small card party last evening. Various locals and visitors were noted, with trains late due to the fleet.
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