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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1902
Page
4
Fragmentary notice mentions Bus Line Calup phone number 1 and Hotel Allen with instructions to leave orders. Dense with unclear context and names. No clear event or outcome evidenced in readable text.
The Hindoo twins Radha and Dorina were severed by Dr Doyen in Paris after noon yesterday. The operation, though technically successful, left final outcomes doubtful due to the twins’ weak health from tuberculosis and illness.
The state bank examiner said the Platte Valley bank of Bellwood faces a shortage near 200000 after reviews of its books. Amos and Richard Gould, cashier and bookkeeper, remain jailed on forged note allegations. Evidence suggests grain broker payments tied to the deficit and steps will be taken to recover funds. Theodore Roosevelt Jr shows no change. the president remains in Groton with a cautious outlook on his return.
Rochester report says W. A. Hoagland of Auburn N Y claimed the 100 mile crown by one mile and twelve laps over Messies of Minneapolis finishing with a total of 242 miles in the six day event ending at midnight Saturday
George J. Kobusch president of the St Louis Car company was arrested on a bench warrant issued by the grand jury for perjury. He posted bond of 5000 dollars to secure his appearance.
Bert Le Valley, reportedly from Lapeer, was found near the Owosse and Corunna Electric Company's power house nearly frozen. He was removed to be thawed and is expected to lose an ear.
The funeral service for the late Mrs J S Reeves was held yesterday at 2:30 PM from her residence. Rev Mr Darbyshire conducted a brief service followed by interment at Elm Grove cemetery with pallbearers Oliver Gray Henry McMillan R T McCall A H Esaley Ohip Esaley and D J Kichelberger.
J H Pickett of Oskaloosa sold his entire interest in the City Drug Store to Dr N J Lease of Yarmouth. Lease takes possession March 1 and plans to pursue pharmacist courses at Des Moines college, completing in three to four months due to his medical experience. Mrs Sease and children will move in May.
The regular monthly meeting of Washington Chapter No 98 C E S will be held Thursday evening February 13. Full attendance is desired.
The February American Boy from Sprague Publishing Co Detroit highlights features for boys including The Great Kennebec Hill Race The Thrale Boys Legacy Toby a Story for Little Boys and more with dozens of illustrations. It notes helpful articles such as Boys Get Strong Familiar Talks With Boys and George Washington the Boy. Also mentions staff moves and local theater seating at Carris Pharmacy.
A youthful gathering at Mr and Mrs Geo W Dye on North Iowa avenue entertained Miss Alice Schriever of Richland. The evening featured three tables of high five and a dainty luncheon before departures and travel notes from local residents.
Des Moines reports Iowa facing widespread smallpox spread with growth in numerous areas. Secretary J F Kennedy of the state board asks Postmaster General H C Payne to order vaccination for all postmasters and clerks. The board seeks a general fumigation order from Washington. Des Moines’ board gives the city seventeen days to suppress the outbreak.
Medora Illinois February 10 1910 71 year old S V Keller claims willpower can extend life. A pioneer educator in Macoupin County he studies psychology and demonstrates vigor by dancing vigorous passes and jumping obstacles to show his rejuvenation.
The St. Louis and San Francisco railroad bans tobacco use by passenger trainmen in uniform on duty and by all staff around stations. Effective February 5, the rule aims to keep stations cleaner and raise passenger comfort with dismissal for repeat violations.
In Port Huron Michigan on February 11 Mary Hoffman cursed by family and public sought aid after a jury ruled no cause for action against John A. MacAuley the man she charged as father The trial ended with her in hysterics and her mother disowning her The couple spent the night in jail before the mother relented and took the girl home The case left the family in straightened circumstances with aid from the poor commission for the infant several months old.
Violent pursuit continues after the Trostle family calamity when an electric street car struck their funeral procession on Twenty second Street. Three mourners were injured as a crowd attacked the car crew. Coroner Traeger intervened, arresting the motorman Henry Dusty and conductor D B Wheeler.
West Stapp was shot dead and Wilson fatally wounded by Joe Weaver at J. Plowman’s Blind Tiger near Ducktown across the Georgia line. The men fought over whisky when Weaver, Plowman’s employee, shot Stapp in the head and then wounded Wilson in the abdomen. Wilson is expected to die. Weaver remains at large.
An east bound Superior street motor crashed into a freight train at the Cleveland and Pittsburg grade crossing on Superior street Sunday morning. Five men were hurt among them three patrolmen Patrolmen John Connell Fred Brown Henry Kiel engineman Charles A Stone and an unknown passenger none of the injured are believed seriously hurt
Indianapolis Feb 11 Rev Anos Messier a Seventh Day Adventist preacher from Marion Indiana was arrested on a fugitive from justice charge after being taken from a Greenfield car He is wanted in Huntington for embezzling between 6000 and 7000 dollars from his brother and surrendered much of the funds Sunday night
John Cunningham of Alexandria described as Indiana’s heaviest man died at his West Washington street home after a lingering illness. The report notes his local prominence and significant frame near the end.
Nimmings stood 400 pounds at his peak, noted as a mighty wrestler. He could carry eight bushels of wheat in a single load, illustrating extraordinary strength from years past.
The funeral for Orkindo J. Lotz, late appellate court judge, was held yesterday in Muncie Indiana. Private services were held at his home before a public service at First Presbyterian Church with the Masons in charge.
In Pittsburg on February 11 two smallpox cases were found in the family of William Rielly at 606 Blot Street. Eighteen students living in bachelor apartments at Joly Ghost College were vaccinated and quarantined Sunday.
Albert Dempsey, shot in the head by Patrolman Nelson early Sunday, was briefly reported dead at the emergency hospital but now shows a slight chance of recovery. His condition remains critical as doctors monitor his response.
Cheboygan Michigan February 11 Lieut Col W S McArthur of the Third Michigan National Guard resigns to devote himself to private business.
In Kokomo Indiana Mrs Thom Ass Kain was killed by a gas explosion on Sunday. Her husband and son William were severely injured but expected to recover.
Grain and feed stores of W. J. Byrnes at 3151 53 55 LaSalle Street burned Saturday night. Loss estimated at 60000 dollars, fully insured.
Dave Keltner, proprietor, runs a shoe shining parlor at the Colenso Hotel. Good work noted.
The Wabash will sell Chicago to Toronto round trip excursion tickets at 1240 for Feb 23 24 and 25 on the Students' Volunteer Movement convention. Tickets valid to depart Toronto and return until March 5 inclusive. Time-cards at Ticket Office 97 Adams Street.
Choosing the Route to California promises comfort for winter mountain travel by buying tickets via the Iowa Central and Santa Fe Route. Passengers save a day on the journey and enjoy the famed California Limited service, rivaling other continental lines. For rates and details contact Gro S Barry, G. P. & T A., Marshallstown, Iowa.
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