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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1902

Page

4

Rev Parker fills First Presbyterian pulpit in Greensburg

Rev J W Parker of Greensburg Ind occupied the First Presbyterian church yesterday with morning and evening services. A unanimous vote favored extending Parker a call, with a congregational meeting to follow within ten days. Parker, noted for missionary work and evangelistic preaching, delivered sermons on Christian marks and virtue.

First Presbyterian Church J. W. Parker Greensburg Ind Parker John Shields Tyre Sidon Tatsan Jesus Christ Earth Heaven

The Christian Meal at the Lord’s Table and Death

The text extols daily meditation on the Lord’s law and the Christian life. It urges feeding on the Bible, living openly as a devout follower, and seeking to become like Jesus especially at the hour of death. It contrasts fleshly gluttony with spiritual nourishment at God’s table.

Jesus

Reverend Hanley Delivers Free Sermon at M E Church

Revik Schreckengast, pastor of the M E church, and Rev. J R Hanley of West Chester exchanged pulpit last evening. The M E service featured an unusually engaging sermon from the text Not by might, nor by power, but by My spirit saith the Lord of Hosts.

J. B Crayne West Chester Ida B. Lent Lilley Baptist Church W. A. Pickard Mertie Whitacre Brighton

First Baptist Church Honors George Washington Birthday

Special services at the First Baptist church paid tribute to George Washington with patriotic decor and a full eulogy. A young ladies quintet sang Heav en and Home Land while Misa Ada Jenkins played the organ and Rev EF Lilley preached on Their works do follow them from Revelation 14 13.

Senators Tillman and McLaurin Suspended in Banquet Row

In Washington on February 24 Senator Frye ordered clerks not to call the names of Tillman and McLaurin on the rolls until further notice, effectively suspending them from senatorial duties. The president also withdrew Tillman’s invitation to attend Prince Henry’s banquet at the White House.

Tillman McLaurin Washington, D. DC Frye Senate Prince Henry White House

Special Meeting at Mrs Mayme Slocum Home

A special meeting is scheduled at the home of Mrs Mayme Slocum on Tuesday evening February 24 at 7 30. The notice specifies attendance and local arrangements.

Mayme Slocum

Prince Henry Arrives in Washington for Roosevelt Meeting

Prince Henry landed in Washington at 10:20 this morning and was greeted by Secretary Hay, Secretary Long, Count Quade, and two German embassy attaches. He then proceeded to the White House where President Roosevelt welcomed him.

Washington, D. C Prince Henry Washington Hay Long Count Quade White House Roosevelt

Washington praised as strongest man in history of heroism

The prose extols George Washington for breadth of motive and virtue, comparing him to Caesar Scipio and Hannibal, and urging emulation of his constant right conduct and noble life across nations and lands. In local notes, marriages, travels, and visits fill a community page with brief personal items and events.

Washington Cesar Scipio Hannibal Ino

Benz House Smallpox Rumor Denied

Mr. Benz states a circulating report of smallpox at the Benz House is entirely false. He notes no case exists and that all residents have been vaccinated.

Benz

Yeoman Meeting Tonight for Court of Honor Hall

A Yeoman group schedules a Court of Honor meeting at 7 30 in the evening. Members will work on first and second degrees and proceed with related ceremonial tasks.

Court of Honor Hall

Fire loss tops twenty thousand in Wellman blaze

Special report from Wellman on February 24 details fire damage exceeding $20,000. The loss figures list L. Oohn 2000, Rochenbach bakery 1700, Meena es Sc 900, and other amounts incl 800 and 2000 in various categories.

Graham Opera House Presents Uncle Rube Play

The Great Home Talent production Uncle Rube will be staged at the Graham Opera House on March ith with admission priced at 25 and 35 cents.

Graham Opera House Uncle Rube

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