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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1902
Page
4
Miss Courtenay Morgan leads a complete scenic production of East Lynne at the Graham theater Thursday evening March 6. Supporting company promises a strong cast and engaging performance with seats priced at 25 35 and 50 cents. Tickets go on sale Monday.
The senate committee reported a resolution censuring Tillman and McLaurin and dissolving their contempt order. The report was accepted. A dispatch from Cape Henry notes the British steamship Yeoman stranded off the Virginia cape while en route from Galveston to Liverpool via New Port.
Citizens discuss proposed West Washington road changes after Milwaukee railroad interest asked council to study rerouting near the poor farm. Engineer Kyle suggests a northwest then west alignment to fix track clearance while a north of the creamery option provokes worries the Phillips neighborhood would lose access. No council action yet, rights of all affected to be considered.
Rain measured up to over four tenths of an inch this morning. The precipitation aids ground conditions for upcoming crops. Roads across many areas are poor, hindering travel and business moving forward tomorrow.
Miss Carrie G Stump and Mr C C Patterson wed at the bride's uncle Newton Noaker home four miles east of Lexington The ceremony was at 8 o clock by Rev W N Potter of Ainsworth Only relatives and friends attended They will reside on the A M Gardner farm one mile north of Lexington.
Local vendors report growing interest in unique produce with several gallon cans of tomatoes and peak stock of pie peaches priced at 45 cents per gallon can. Vendors note limited quantities as demand widens in town.
Senator J A Young returns from Dee Moines to assist at Washington National Bank where he serves as cashier. Davenport salesman Mr Saunders will relocate here for better railroad facilities. Mrs McMurtrie and daughters depart for Winfield Kansas aboard the Narrow Gauge with friends bidding them farewell. Harvey Adams of Omaha visits the family of Mrs Mickey and will travel to Ainsworth to see his brother. Emigrant extra delays the Narrow Gauge last night, reaching Washington at 2 40 am. John VP Reynolds returns home to move from Parkersburg West Virginia to Davenport as chief clerk for Milwaukee Construction office. Mrs Reynolds and son visit in Morning Sun. Snow Ball school thanks patrons and Mr Frank Webb for phonograph entertainment. net proceeds 1248. Local notices include medical testimonial for Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy from R Wheeler of Northwood New York. Public notices preview McKinley Memorial address by Secretary of State John Hay and local business updates on window trimming by Claud McQuilloy and brick works in Lola. Funeral for Wm Brotherton to be attended by J W Logue and daughter. Kate Benz to Chicago for millinery study with Dr Fisk Co. Miss Shillig joins. Mrs J A Harwood injured in a fall. possible hip injury. Carrie travels to West Chester and Dublin. Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy praised as effective for coughs and croup with local sale notices.
An advertisement promises a lively liver pure blood clean skin bright eyes and perfect health from Cascarets Candy Cathartic with genuine tablets stamped C C C. Never sold in bulk and available at all druggists roco.
Workers have reached 135 feet and found considerable water as they continue drilling to hit rock, aiming to advance construction or mining progress.
Advertisement from F A Palmer assistant general passenger agent inviting inquiries about travel plans. Mentions charter cars available on all Wabash drains and offers assistance to travelers. Includes names and titles and offices in Adamant Chicago and St Louis.
A portrait of McKinley’s skill in public speaking and political strategy. The text traces his early persuasive power in Ohio, his steady Congress tenure from 1876, ascent to Ways and Means chair, and leadership, noting trusted collaboration with Congress and a path to Ohio governorship after congressional district battles. He is praised for discipline, intellect, and loyalty to the American system.
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