A Man of Words Skates Through Apologies
A humorous exchange rails against Wise as a popular figure with the girls while noting his clumsy skating. The punchline rests on his graceful apologies after every collision, highlighting charm amid mishaps.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1908
Page
3
Had Evidence. Colonel Hawkins Uncle Mose dispute ends with Mose ahead
In a tense exchange Uncle Mose recounts a domestic quarrel with Colonel Hawkins. Mose proclaims he is ahead in the latest dispute and claims to possess evidence on his person to prove it. The dialogue preserves a regional voice and hints at ongoing tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Hawkins
Uncle Mose
Pusson
Racial Stereotypes on Hair Color and Strength
The text asserts dark hair and complexion denote strength while claiming dark skinned races lag in civilization due to physical dominance over intellect. It also describes coarse red hair as indicating great physical endurance.
Saber in French Cavalry Adoption 1710
The saber is described as an oriental weapon and notes its introduction into the French cavalry in 1710.
Fat One and Tall Thin One Comic Excerpt
San Francisco Examiner presents a fragment of playful dialogue between two characters, The Little Fat One and The Tall Thin One, illustrating a humorous exchange with expressions of disbelief and a light punch line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco Examiner
Aldrich Bill Faces Fast Senate Action and Brownsville Debate
Washington report outlines swift Senate handling of the Aldrich financial bill with moderate Republican support and Democratic amendments. It notes House moves to substitute Bailey's bill, and covers Brownsville reports, Philippine independence debate, and Secretary Root wage requests amid a broader Roosevelt policy context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Arthur
Washington
Congress
Senate
Aldrich
Rhode Island
Bailey
House
Williams
Brownsville
Senator Foraker
Roosevelt
Taft
Birdsall
Iowa
Henderson
United States
Philippine Islands
Ebner farm sale near Haskins Iowa February 24 1908
A closing out auction at the Ebner farm two miles north of Haskins Iowa on Monday February 24 1908 at 10:00 a.m. includes seven horses thirty five cows and heifers calves and side calves, twenty shoots, twenty tons hay, one hundred bushels corn ten bushels potatoes ducks and geese, and farm machinery one year new. Lloyd Ballou advertises sale with Moriarty feeding the hungry, 12 months time and 7 percent discount for cash on sums over $10. Teeter and Lathrop, Auctioneers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Ebner
Haskins
Iowa
Moriarty
Reverend Munn Resigns Chariton Pastorate for Waterloo
The Rev M G Munn resigned as pastor of the First United Presbyterian church Chariton after accepting a call from Waterloo. This marks the sixth pulpit change in Chariton recently with several denominations naming new pastors. Munn is a well known figure locally and his friends show interest in the move. He previously served at Living Lake church and assisted in meetings at Chariton's Presbyterian church last winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. G. Munn
First United Presbyterian Church
Chariton
Waterloo
Swedish Mission
Baptist
United Brethren
Christian
Muscatine
Munn
Living Lake
W. O. Fisher
Physician May Die After City Doctor Shot
Des Moines reports city physician Dr. J. E. Miller gravely wounded at Mercy hospital after being shot by Edgar Davis Saturday night. Davis faced Judge Mathis on a charge of assault with intent to murder. he pled not guilty with bonds set at 2500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
J. E. Miller
Edgar Davis
Mercy Hospital
Davis
Mathis
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Praised by Carpenter in Manilla
E. S. Lopez of Manilla New York testifies the salve healed severe cuts and saved him pain and money. It heals burns sores ulcers fever sores eczema and piles. 25 cents at Stewart’s Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. S. Lopez
Manilla
N. Y
Stewart’s Pharmacy
Shipped Back to Arsenal in Iowa City
Iowa City reports the university reshipped two 1862 muzzle loading cannon to the U S arsenal at Rock Island. The artillery had not been used for years, last seen out of storage during a legislature visit when lawmakers were greeted with a cannon salute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Iowa
United States Arsenal
Rock Island
W. W. Hamilton Dies Suddenly in Cedar Rapids
W. W. Hamilton prominent Cedar Rapids businessman and brother of Hon. John T. Hamilton died suddenly at his home after a brief hemorrhage following dinner. He was in usual health until moments before death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
W. W. Hamilton
John T. Hamilton
Farm loans and local movements around Sigourney
A string of brief notes records various local movements and visits. J A Y Ashby and Miss Sylvia Baker are active in Sigourney, Columbus Junction, and nearby towns. Mrs Cora Smeltzer Allen visits in town while others travel for business and attending events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvia Baker
Sigourney
Dora Clapper
McCall
Miss Baker
Katherine Yeager
Greenfield
Iowa
P. BE. O
Columbus Junction
Arch McCulley
Lou Cunningham
Charlotte Cunningham
Ames
Pearl Gardner
Newton
May Interest You Kidney Cure Claim
Advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Cure stops irregularities and cures kidney and bladder trouble within medical reach. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Mrs. F W Brindley Improves, Friends Noted
The many friends of Mrs. F. W. Brindley will be glad to note that she continues to improve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Brindley
Missionary Reverend Moody to Speak at Baptist Church Friday
The Rev. Thomas Moody, a missionary in Africa, will deliver an address at the Baptist church Friday evening February 1. Moody has aroused broad interest for his views on Africa and the slave trade, presenting a message considered worth hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Moody
Africa
Baptist Church
Moody
Also Mentioned on This Page
Paris
Frank L. Wilson & Co
Dougherty Bros. Clothiers
Wise
Saber
S.S.S
HE Swift Specific CO
Atlanta, GA
State Department
Adee
Slayer
Root
Department
Bureau
Alva A. Adee
Atlee
Bourne
Oregon
Shepperd
Texas
Lloyd Ballou
Teeter & Lathrop
M G. Munn
Arsenal
Morrison
J. A. Y. Ashby
Howard Crozier
Ainsworth
W. L. Dusenberry
Chicago
George FH. Paul Co
Densmore Guthrie
Cora Smeltzer-Allen
Anthony
John Smeltzer
Anna Eagle
Brussels
Axminster
Wilton
Tapestry
Madras
New York
Lemmon
Jeweler
Optician
J. A. Harwood
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