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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1902
Page
2
A survey of all new residences and notable buildings completed or in progress over the last twelve months. The piece notes modern style designs, improvements to coal yards and banks, and optimism for even more construction next year with many homes remodeled and moved to new locations.
Henry B. Anderson, father of the late Eugene Anderson, died this morning at 6:30 at the home of his daughter Mrs. John Shenetelt after a brief illness. The Anderson family had already mourned Eugene’s death during the holidays, marking a sorrowful start to the new year 1902 in Washington.
Mrs. R. D. Henderson and children visit aunt Mrs. P. Pratt in Cotter. Many edits note illnesses, deaths, and church events. Mrs. Anderson, 91, dies after a long active life. funeral at Pleasant Hill. Band concerts, school events, hog and cattle shipments, and community greetings fill the period.
A public installation of the A O U W officer is set for Friday evening January 3 1902. Grand Deputy John W Geiger will serve as installing officer and deliver a talk. A musical program by notable local artists will accompany the event.
Frank Bergquist and Leonard Miksch entertained about twenty friends at the Bergquist home on East Main street with crokinole then served luncheon by Grace and Ruth Miksch and Mrs John Bergquist. Telepathy discussion features Maud Lancaster of London. Fredrik the Magician and the Gra ham lecture team arrive next Friday. All the Comforts of Home comedy set for next Saturday at raban with seat sales opening Thursday. Livvie Hunting visits West street Friday night with friends.
Rev. Newton Porter of Illinois visits his father M Porter as Jao 1 R F McFarlane battles a light grip. J B Crayne, recently ill, is improved and able to go downtown while M EK church members and friends enjoy a watch party together.
We have the best stock of fuel and building material in the county and now place in our yard the most complete sewer pipe selection. We guarantee satisfaction with 2000 lbs on offer and Neiswanger stands behind every purchase. Join our customer list for steady supply and dependable service.
The message states a goal to provide good meat and reliable service to retain patronage. It invites customers to choose Rood for home grown and the finest meats, emphasizing top quality and customer care.
A Iowa father credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with saving his child's life. He reports dire breathing, use of the medicine every ten minutes, and removal of phlegm until the boy recovered. The remedy is sold by Stewart's Pharmacy and Cook Sherman.
Mr and Mrs J H Hamaton hosted a New Year’s Eve watch party for about thirty five young friends. The evening featured games and celebrations as the old year ended and the new year began.
A court schedule lists a Friday evening session for the degree team with all members required to attend. Additional matters are slated to come before the court tomorrow evening before proceedings conclude.
Verdgy Anderson returns to Aigs Worth following a short absence. The report notes the event as a routine return with no disruption to ongoing activities.
The Graham announces ticket sales for All the Comforts of Home at the Carris theater this Saturday evening. Local patrons are urged to purchase early as seats are limited.
A lively note announces a Saturday evening performance at Graham with a hearty laugh. Seats are currently on sale for the event, inviting crowds to purchase tickets ahead of time.
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