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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
4
The Lion and the Mouse will be presented by Henry B. Harris' company at the Opera House next week. Oliver Doud Byron and Dorothy Donnelly lead a strong cast, with Klein's play enjoying a three year favorable run. Ticket sales are underway.
Notice calls Amone to attend a regular Court of Honor gathering this evening. The meeting promises business of importance led by Order of Mert Bickford and Thoniton.
J. B. Crooks came back from a short trip to visit his son Henry Crooks in University hospital at Iowa City. He reports Henry is progressing as well as could be expected. A prayer meeting at First United Presbyterian church Wednesday evening collected a special missions offering over 100 dollars.
Washington report outlines jockeying for chairmanships on Ways and Means and Appropriations. Hoosier Senator Hemenway eyed for ministerial post or Senate secretary. Tillman recalls rural road defenses against autos. debate on gambling in farm futures seeks hearings but little prospect of passage. Cox proposes repealing mileage allowance for members with 1866 rate. Charles W. Arthur.
Improperly fitted feet caused a blood poisoning risk, and customers are urged to seek safe footwear. Fox and Dewey advertise about 90 styles of oxfords and shoes in their display windows with competitive prices and quality that should catch buyers’ attention.
Nashville Feb 19 The Cooper murder trial of former Senator E W Carmack adjourned as defense plans a new procedure after state witnesses were not present. A holster found in Carmack’s overcoat pocket by defense counsel General Washington is disputed by the prosecution.
New York February 19 Eddie Gardenier author of Schooldays and many other songs killed himself at his Williamsburg home by cutting his throat with a razor after visiting Gus Edwards, his publisher. He was forty seven years old.
Enrico Caruso was informed by the Italian ambassador in Washington that the King of Italy elevated him from knight to commander of the Order of the Crown. The New York tenor has held knighthood for years and this decree is seen as a promotion.
The White Star liner Cevic fouled its propeller after crashing into a buoy in the Crosby channel. The ship drifted ashore, was refloated, and towed to the Mersey for examination by divers.
E G Mason overloaded floor with binding twine in a large warehouse. A 10 ton traction engine passed by the pile and caused the rock piers to give way. The floor settled about 18 inches but no one was hurt. Mason plans to move in more machinery in a few weeks.
Readers in New York on February 16th are offered ideas for stylish yet practical home furnishings. The piece highlights portable plate tables with multiple shelves and a handle, and tea wagons that can be wheeled to serve different groups and later clear cups and plates.
The article notes favor for Rock Crystal delicately cut and engraved glass over cut glass, with Louis XVI shaped crystal baskets and grape fruit glasses with a separate inner shell. Gold glass is dated but costly, while wicker, reed, and Adam style beds and caned furnishings rise in popularity. Crex prairie grass carpets and launderable rugs suit practical homes, and printed cottons are fashion faddish for friezes and bed covers. The court house welcomed new parents to official offices.
F. G. Dutler of Kalona was noted as a business caller in the city today, stopping at local offices and meeting with colleagues.
Miss Josephine Muilenburg returned from Knoxville this morning. Dr Brockman of Ottumwa arrived to help G W Payne who was ill yesterday but is much improved now. Mrs John Hough of West Chester was bound for Fairfield to be with a sister‑in‑law. Foley’s Orino Laxative is advertised as a non‑gripe laxative from Lemmon’s Pharmacy.
Mr and Mrs Henry Toilenaar and their two children left this morning for Madrid Iowa where they will stay until mid next week for a family visit.
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