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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1909
Page
3
The Rev. J. Priestnal of Washington will preach at the Richmond Methodist church Sunday afternoon at three o clock. Public is invited. Regular preaching is held every alternate Sunday afternoon at three o clock.
The Rev J Priestnal will open a series of special services at Plains Methodist church on Sunday January 23. All neighborhood Christian friends are invited to participate in these services. Notice lists G A R and W R as participating groups with a regular meeting and joint officer installation planned at G A R hall next Tuesday night. All members and old soldiers are urged to attend.
Regular meeting of Washington lodge No 26 A F and A M to be held Friday evening January 1 1909. Important business and petitions to be acted upon. J H Steck W M.
The Celtic sails from New York direct to Messina with a million and a half in navy rations for Calabrian and Sicilian quake survivors. The transfer, approved by Rear Admiral Goodrich, reflects rapid action and the aim to deliver food, clothing, and shelter tents despite distances. Ambassador Griscom coordinates relief and expects funds for further relief.
Fox and Dewey announce shoe sales after the new year with quality goods and plain price figures. One price to all and exclusive agency for Stetson Florsheim and Douglas brands highlighted.
Labor leaders react to Judge Wright's contempt rulings in the Buck’s Stove injunction case involving Samuel Gompers Frank Morrison and John Mitchell. Joseph R Buchanan says the punishment will solidify labor unity while Charles H Moyer and Henry Abrahams criticize the impact on free press and worker rights.
Washington reports John D Rockefeller telegrammed the National Red Cross pledging 10000 to the Italy relief fund. Paris notes Baron de Rothschild sent 20000 for earthquake victims. Berlin and Frankfort councils contribute 12500 and 4000 respectively. An American Red Cross cable already totals 100000. Brewer Busch adds 25000.
New York January 1 1909 Dun s Review predicts a hopeful financial and commercial year after a strong recuperative performance on Wall Street during the just ended year. The annual review notes Wall Street interests showed powers beyond the most sanguine expectations.
Rome Ga Jan 1 Mrs George Lou has been asleep for six days and doctors cannot arouse her. Her condition prompted concern from family and neighbors as physicians monitor any change in her status in hopes of a recovery or explanation.
Local items report arrivals and visits in Ollie Washington area including John Godwin Alfred Moore and Laura Rauch marriage license, Miss Verva Sanders, Jay Stapp and others visiting friends. Also notes on hunts births and statements from labor leaders about court decisions.
P. H. Morrissey of Cleveland, former grand master of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, comments on Judge Wrights decision. He says labor groups may push for laws guaranteeing trial by jury in contempt cases, arguing the ruling underscores the need for such protections and will serve a useful purpose.
Walter MacArthur of San Francisco editor of the Coast Seaman's Journal calls a sentence epoch making for labor and civilization. He argues no sympathy for immediate victims of government by injunction as their imprisonment will awaken people to dangers in arbitrary legal restraints.
For sale in West Chester Iowa area. Includes extra good farms and town residence and business property near the town within two to five miles. Also offering a meat market and ice business with buildings and fixtures that are good paying.
J. D. Dayton of West Chester runs a combined elevator and coal business noted in local commerce. The entry highlights his 52-tf operation linking coal distribution with lift equipment services.
The Washington Hair Dressing Parlors will close until further notice because of Mrs. Black’s illness. Miss Motts will serve clients at homes by telephoning 493 Green.
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