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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1908
Page
4
Mr and Mrs A Simpson who visited relatives in the city and vicinity for a week left this morning for Centerville. Fresh salted peanuts and almonds were offered at the Vienna event to help the boys buy their uniforms. Attend the concert in March.
Stories recount how George Washington aided soldiers lifting a heavy beam at a fortification, and how a plowing owner refused to lend horses until Washington, identified as commander in chief, claimed the horses, only to have the owner’s mother say Washington cannot have them. Washington then responds with humility.
A compilation of short puns and jokes about burial, marriage pleas, coal, ferries, stolen harness, and a bee pun. The quips play on wordplay and everyday observations in a light, antiquated tone.
The Right Rev Henry Yates Satterlee D D Protestant Episcopal minister died today in Washington at age sixty five from pneumonia. He served as a church leader and bishop in the Episcopal Church.
Oklahoma papers report the coroner ruled the murder felonious in the case of Dr. E Beemblossom who served as deputy sheriff. The case ties to an earlier murder probe involving the slain doctor’s investigations and the son of the alleged killer, with three brothers a sister and his mother in the community. The report notes Beemblossom’s feared status among evil doers and hints at forthcoming developments.
In Rome a heated discussion in the chamber of deputies over religious instruction in primary schools prompts officials to adopt measures to prevent public disturbance.
A Hessian woman employed in General Stoessel's household in Hartford died by self poisoning after regret over his conviction at St. Petersburg. The death appears connected to the Stoessel case and the local environment.
Jacob's Clerk Pa February 22 two additional bodies recovered from Tarr mine debris. Workers clearing debris report the remains in fair preservation.
In Newcastle on Tyne a mine explosion at the Glebe pit in Washington village killed fourteen miners. Fifteen men were inside the mine when the blast occurred. only one escaped. Minutes before the explosion several miners came to the surface.
Fort Lodge February 22 A brake rail on the Minneapolis and St. Louis line a few miles south of town caused a switch engine to plunge into an embankment. Switchman Scatt was instanty killed and engineer Charles Snook and three others were badly injured.
In Saginaw Michigan on February 22 Ernest A Snow chairman of the Democratic county committee and a constitutional convention member attempted to light a kerosene lamp. The blast burned his face and hands and he dived into a snow bank to extinguish the flames. Emigration from Antwerp to the United States has slowed due to job fears. Secretary Taft travels to Buffalo New York to address the Ellicott club on George Washington. A Rome rumor claims Bulgaria is mobilizing troops.
St Cloud Minnesota February 22. All students at St Cloud high school walked out in protest of the school board demanding the resignation of Principal Macheney. Every pupil signed a petition urging the board to keep Macheney.
Local notes report R L Blick traveling to Keota on business Milo Patterson from Lexington and E S Frey heading to West Chester for brief trips Mrs Palmer Babcock from near Richmond and several others visiting the city Will Stahl from Beatrice attends after Eli Warfel's death. A mix of travel and social visits plus local reminders about Vienna material quality and upcoming weekend guests.
Last evening marked the close of four weeks of special services at the Methodist Church. Sunday services will be held in the morning and evening with a large class to be admitted on probation at the morning session. Rev. Smith delivered a strong sermon on Destiny and Mr. Hulse sang the solo Tell Mother I ll be there.
A special Rock Island train bearing General Superintendent Sweet Superintendent Beacom and Train master Walker passed through yesterday afternoon. The officials stopped for a short visit to conduct a brief tour of inspection.
James Kelsey died this morning at his home in Crawfordsville due to general breakdown from old age. Funeral services are planned for Sunday at 2:30 PM at the United Presbyterian church. An obituary will follow. Band concert scheduled for March 6. Simple remedy for La Grippe notes Foley’s Honey and Tar promotes cough relief and lung healing. Lemimon's Pharmacy sells genuine product in yellow packaging.
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