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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1900
Page
4
One line mentions the Kleese-Fleming wedding set for this evening while other notes list people visiting Ainsworth, a Brayton area trip, and local residents traveling to visit relatives. County Attorney S. W. Brookhart is noted in Ainsworth on business.
The class in Sheakspear will meet the home of Mrs Stiles this evening. Reading Julius Caesar Act five. L H Dennison has purchased G Killing's drag line and is prepared to serve at all times but seeks patronage. A revenue stamp inspector has been patrolling recently and is well informed on the revenue law. The Oxford Concert Co of Boston opened the new Opera House at Katona last night with a fine show. The JOURNAL wishes success to Mert Law and Joseph Benz who left for Louisville for new positions. Howard H. Habe arrives from Chicago and will stay for a few days as the city’s new school construction contact. An exact letter from Kingfisher, Oklahoma dated Feb 22 1900 notes no winter and suggests an excursion March 6 and 20 by F E Stewart agent Great Brock Island Route.
Snow likely heavy tonight and Wednesday across Iowa. Warmer conditions expected in the eastern and central portions tonight. Special to The Evening Journal from Washington, D. C. February 27.
A JOURNAL investigation shows Riverside had no certified tax levy by city officials. Receipts indicate no mills for city taxes, risking about 870 for the year. the piece blames no one, calling it a likely clerical oversight rather than fault by auditor or treasurer.
Karl's Clover Root Tea purifies breath by its action on the bowels and is sold with an absolute guarantee. Available for 25 cents and 50 cents at J. H. Stewart's drugstore.
A reception will be held for new members at 7:30 this evening. All friends of the church are invited to attend.
A group of about thirteen enjoyed a sleigh ride to the north of the city at Wm. Townsley’s home. They shared provisions including oysters, sang songs, played charades and progressive spelling, and ended with a generous supper. Attendees included Winfield Smouse, Lee Robinson, Ralph Dougherty, S. B. Dewey, Wm. Wilson, Mrs. Anderson and Miss Belle Smith.
Dellarper living southwest of Crawfordsville was run over by wagon wheels on his right foot while traveling to the city. A physician dressed his wound after he arrived by the eleven o'clock train. Reports also note the death of James Crawford on West Main street, brother of Oliver Crawford, from property purchased from Wake Neal.
Mrs. Jacob Zing died yesterday at her Noble area home after weeks of illness. She was about sixty five, born in Anderson County Ohio, widow of Alexander Morrison and later married Mr Zing. Surviving children include Mr Ritter, Mrs Neiswanger, Mrs Thompson, and Moses Morrison, with relatives in the city and Wyomin g. Funeral is set for tomorrow at ten from her late home.
Advertisement promising Weeks Break Up A Cold tablets as a quick cure for the grippe with a cheerful refund of the purchase price if ineffective. The notice lists a price of 25 cents and credits Stewart's Pharmacy as the seller.
The International Cyclists' association finished discussions after stormy sessions. debate focused on retiring the League of American Wheelmen and admitting the National Cycling association in its place.
Boston assignment shocks Simpson & Co glovers and hatters owner for twenty eight years across three stores. No assets or liabilities statement ready for a week as creditors assess impact from Globe National Bank failure.
A church service turns tense as a minister proposes re voting to admit Henry Roland a candidate deemed worthy yet contested by members. A gallery hiss accompanies a member’s withdrawal of his church application and a Black man’s aid to a master’s son sparks moral debate. The pastor finishes the service with calm dignity as the congregation debates the incident.
Chicago Board of Trade quotes show mixed wheat and corn futures with fractional gains and losses. East Buffalo and St Louis reports detail cattle, hogs, and sheep prices, receipts, and market tone, while Milwaukee and Detroit grain markets list assorted wheat and corn figures.
Hundreds view General John McNulta in state at the First Regiment armory in Chicago. The funeral was led by Grant Post and Naval Reserve veterans with an address by E. P. Lindley. The procession departed for Union Station en route to Bloomington.
A veiled woman at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Philadelphia was recognized as Mrs Langtry after taking communion. The event dispelled rumors of a stage retirement for charitable work, as she denied plans to quit acting.
Trade notice seeks agents for the life of D L Moody by W R Moody Ira D Sankey with promises of high profits and official endorsement. Dominion Company invites inquiries with referrals from banks and a $300 monthly potential.
A bakery advertisement promotes Harvey and Warfel as a one stop shop for all bakery lines. It highlights affordable prices and inviting dine in meals and lunches for the public.
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