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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1908
Page
5
Daily Travel Movements and Local Arrivals Report
Crawfordsville residents travel home from city visits while others depart for work or business trips to West Chester Columbus Junction Farmington Richland and Des Moines. Depositors of Citizens Savings Bank urged to present passbooks for semiannual interest credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citien’s Savings Bank
Doings of the People in County Communities
Brief notes from communities across the county detailing local events and everyday occurrences. Highlights include upcoming gatherings, fairs and routine notices affecting residents and families.
Pella College Students Hold Revival at New Haven Church
Five young men from Pella college hold a revival meeting at the New Haven church this week, while rural route one patrons present mail carrier Mr Auten with a fur overcoat and mittens in appreciation of his services during the past year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auten
Pella College
New Haven
Residents arrive and depart from Washington visits
Jan 1 and Jan 2 notices show multiple residents returning to Washington after visits, with trips from Morning Sun Pawnee Okla Havre and Muscatine. Several arrivals include Mrs McElhinney daughter and Mrs J Cocklin at T W Rickey home, with others departing for Havre and Muscatine. A death notice reports F P Davidson of Pawnee Okla.
Revion at New Haven Baptist church draws crowds
On January 2 a revival at New Haven Baptist church drew attendees and will run through Sunday. Attendees include Augustine, J B McCaleb, Mr and Mrs J B McCaleb, Lee Craig, Greendycke, Andrew Peterson, Elam John son, May McCaleb, and Grover Wolfe with stops at Sidney Smith’s and Keota. The West Chester orchestra plans an entertainment Friday at the Methodist church in West Chester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven Baptist Church
Will Augustine
J. B. McCaleb
Washington
J. B. MccCaleb
Sidney Smith
Lee Craig
Greendycke
Andrew Peterson
Elam Johnson
May McCaleb
Grover Wolfe
Keota
West Chester
Misses Adams Visit Keota Friends and Local Notices
Lex ington news notes the Misses Lissa and Bee Adams visiting Keota. The Woman's Foreign Missionary society to meet January 9 at the parsonage with a Christmas offering planned. Cora Goodspeed to return to Chicago. George Bishop and Harry Pettit Iowa City visitors. New Year’s visit by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wilson and son to Washington. Queen Esther circle met at Edna Gardner’s home. M T Dayton reports loss of several sheep to dogs. Charles McDonald of Ames visiting. Milo Patterson visiting Ainsworth. Mr and Mrs Robert Amlongen-
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lissa
Bee Adams
Keota
Woman's Foreign Missionary Society
Cora Goodspeed
Chicago
Messrs
Geo. Bishop
Harry Pettit
Iowa City
Frank Wilson and Son
Washington
Queen Esther Circle
Edna Gardner
M. T. Dayton
Charles McDonald
Ames
Iowa
Milo Patterson
Ainsworth
Robert Amlongen
Turkeys And New Year Start At Local Household
Robert Guthrie began work for F. G. Martin on January 1 and will stay employed through the year. The note mentions a Tuesday gathering with many relatives at a turkey dinner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Guthrie
F. G. Martin
Ainsworth News Roundup Covers Local Visits
Jan 3 notes report Mrs L B Cocklin leaving for Washington to visit relatives. W A Hamil of Jamesport Mo arrives to see mother Mrs N J Hamil and other kin. Mrs Rev W A Nelson shopping in Washington. Merle Chambers returns from Brighton with grandmother Mrs Fannie Ingham. C A Stephens conducts business in Washington. Elizabeth Ogden returns home to Martinsburg after days with Miss Nita Chambers. Mrs F G Sands visits with Keller parents in Washington. Mrs W R Crawford and daughter Mable come back from Fairfield. Sam Henderson tours Washington for business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Cocklin
Washington
W. A. Hamil
Jamesport
N. J. Hamil
W. A. Nelson
Merle Chambers
Fannie Ingham
Brighton
C. A. Stephens
Elizabeth Ogden
Martinsburg
Nita Chambers
F. G. Sands
Mrs. Keller
W. R. Crawford
Local Notes On Residents And Visitor Movements
Mrs. H. F. Owen returns today after visiting friends at Chula Missouri. Prof. E. B. Blackburn of Solon High School vacationing with cousin Frank Frame and friends. Harding slipped on the ice and fell recently but hopes for no further trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Owen
Chula
E. B. Blackburn
Solon
Frank Frame
Harding
Local Notes as Winter Ills Spread in Wyman
Sara J. Roberts is very sick with measles. T. A. Jones is on the sick list. Joe Porters entertain company from Creston. Mrs. W. A. Huston and Miss Ethel Huston were passengers for Washington this morning. Wm. Helmick and family of Washington are spending a few days at the Samuel Helmick home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sara J. Roberts
T. A. Jones
Joe Porter
Creston
W. A. Huston
Ethel Huston
Washington
Wm. Helmick and
Samuel Helmick
Local visitors and travel notes in West Chester
West Chester reports D. R. Munro leaving town for a few days of northern state business. Washington visitor Mr. Caner stops in for meetings. Nate Babcock and son John Babcock arrive from Washington on business. Bob Crail of Oskaloosa calls on trade and travels to Keota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. R. Munro
Mr. Caner
Washington
Nate Babcock and Son
John Babcock
Bob Crail
Oskaloosa
Keota
Local Life Notes From Crawfordsville
Mrs. C R Gallagher and Mrs George Foster returned home near Washington after a short visit. Mrs Nettie Hays of Washington visited her father yesterday. Mrs Jesse McCoy and Miss Bya Long left for Oskaloosa to visit relatives. Mrs Ed Riley and daughter Wm Randall J M Maxwell and R Holmes were visitors at Washington today. Mrs Mae Roth of Wayland visits her parents Mr and Mrs David Fishburn. Brinton Entertaining company held a well attended entertainment here last evening. Presbyterian Sabbath school at 10. No preaching service. United Presbyterian services at 11 and 7. Methodist preaching at 11 and 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Gallagher
George Foster
Washington
Nettie Hays
Jesse McCoy
Bya Long
Oskaloosa
Ed Riley
Wm. Randall
J. M. Maxwell
R. ©. Holmes
Mae Roth
Wayland
David Fishburn
Brinton Entertaining Company
Preventics Candy Cold Tablets Promise Quick Relief
To check a cold quickly, take Preventics from your druggist. They are safe and effective, contain no quinine or laxatives, and work at the sneeze stage to prevent pneumonia bronchitis and la grippe. Suitable for feverish children. 48 tablets 25 cents, trial boxes 6 cents. Sold by J. H. Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Stewart
Dills Entertain Thomp son and Coulter At Dinner
Mr and Mrs A B Dill entertained Mr and Mrs Samuel Thompson and R L Coulter of this city at dinner today at their home west of town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Dill
Samuel Thompson
R. L. Coulter
Sawhill and guests dine with Mason family
The Rev. and Mrs. W. R. Sawhill and daughter Mary Louise were entertained at a 12 o'clock dinner yesterday along with Mr. and Mrs. I. P. Faris and Miss Marian Doig at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wes Mason, west of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Sawhill
Mary Louise
I. P. Faris
Marian Doig
Wes Mason
Miss Irma Daugherty Hosts G T Club Evening
Miss Irma Daugherty will entertain the G. T. club this evening at her home on East Second street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irma Daugherty
G. T. Club
East Second Street
Chafing Dish Club Hostess Plans Evening at Mrs Roberts
Mrs Carl Roberts will host the Chafing Dish club this evening at her home on East Washington Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Roberts
East Washington Street
Watch Party Rings in New Year at Schulty Home
A large group of friends gathered Tuesday night at Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Schulty near Lexington for a watch party to ring in the new year. They socialized, danced, and enjoyed a three course supper served by the hostess with help from Miss Amanda Schulty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Schulty
Lexington
Amanda Schulty
Surprise farewell party for Genkingers ends with silver spoons
About fifty friends gathered at the Genkingers farm to bid them farewell before their move to the city. The guests brought baskets and provided a sumptuous noonday dinner, and the hosts were presented with a set of silver teaspoons as a token of respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Genkinger
Banquet Planned for S. U. S. Students and Alumni
The event gathers at the home of Doctor and Mrs. KE. T. Wickham this evening for a social period before moving to the Harvey Warfel restaurant for a banquet. Various toasts are expected and organizers anticipate a lively gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KE. T. Wickham
Harvey & Warfel
A B C Girls Hold Leap Year Party at Work Home
Last night the A B C girls entertained friends at a leap year party. The girls escorted the boys to the James Work home on West Washington Street where Christmas greenery, music, games, and late refreshments followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Work Home
West Washington Street
Leap Year Skating Party Draws High School Youths
A group of high school students enjoyed a private skating party at the rink last evening. The leap year event brought wide laughter and merriment with no reported incidents.
Mock Wedding Delights Guests at Helena Spread
Last evening the Ready Maids attended a spread at Miss Helen Wilsons home on East Washington Street. Entertainment preceded the meal with a mock wedding drawing much amusement. Out of town guests included Miss Montelius of Kalispell Montana Miss Luse of West Liberty Walter Pennig of Chicago and Floyd Thomas of Ottumwa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Wilson
East Washington Street
Montelius
Kalispell, Mont
Luse
West Liberty
Walter Pennig
Chicago
Floyd Thomas
Ottumwa
College students attend dinner at Beula Stewart home
Miss Pauline Ferguson of Loveland Colorado, a Monmouth college student, and Miss Blanche Stewart of this city were entertained at dinner today at the home of Miss Beula Stewart northeast of the city. M.C. Smylie of Crawfordsville was in the city today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pauline Ferguson
Loveland
Colo
Monmouth College
Blanche Stewart
Beula Stewart
M.C. Smylie
Crawfordsville
City
An Insidious Danger in Kidney Trouble Warns of Disease
An insidious kidney problem may go unnoticed until a fatal malady develops. Take Foley's Kidney Cure at the first sign of trouble to correct irregularities and prevent Bright's disease and diabetes. Sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Bright
Narrow Escape Sends Rankin to Alberta Hospital
Mrs. Amos Rankin reports her husband Mr. Rankin survived a mountain road wagon upset near Lethbridge Alberta. He fell about 100 feet breaking his leg and bruising. companion fell 300 feet and is not expected to recover. Horses died. They reached a hospital after 38 hours. Mr Rankin writes Christmas day noting improvement and hope for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos Rankin
Mr. Rankin
Lethbridge
Alberta
Canada
Rankin
Local brief departures and travels noted in city
Chas. Hebner left for Wapello on business. Wilber Gardner traveled toward Ainsworth. Charley King departed for Delta for Stand ard Land Co. Mrs. H. M. Baker drove to West Chester due to Mrs. Addie Baker’s illness. Mr. Robert Ferguson went to West Chester for city business. Mrs. G. W. Nickolaus returned to Crawfordsville from a visit. Mrs. George Dempsey left for Davenport after a short city stay. Mrs. Edward Swift accompanied to Davenport on way home to Ottawa Ill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Walker
Crawfordsville
Mr. Cannon
Wyman
G. W. Eckerman
West Chester
Ray Blankenhorn
Elatives
Columbus Junction
Chas. Hebner
Wapello
Wilber Gardner
Ainsworth
H. M. Baker
Addie Baker
G. W. Nickolaus
Robert Ferguson
George Dempsey
Davenport
Edward Swift
Ottawa
Dogfish Lobster Connection Sparks Bounty Idea
A 130 pound chorus girl eats one fourth as many lobsters as a 30 pound dogfish. Commissioner George Bowers wishes for a bounty on dogfish, hoping Atlantic states pursue the issue. An inspection found a 30 pound dogfish with four lobsters in its stomach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bowers
Washington
New York American
Atlantic States
Doctors Seek Citywide Ban on Freak Winter Surf Bets
Atlantic City doctors plan to urge the city council to pass an ordinance against freak winter bathing on wagers. They cite the plunges into icy surf as dangerous to health according to the New York World.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
N. J
New York World
Dr Shoop Cough Cure Promotes Safe Soothing Remedy
An ad touts Dr Shoop Cough Cure as a harmless cough remedy suitable for infants. It credits a mountain shrub's leaves and stems as the healing source and notes no opium or harsh additives. The plant is called The Herb by Spaniards, and the product is endorsed by J H Stewart.
Half a Century of Pio Neer Drug Store History
The PIO NEER DRUG STORE publicizes a long history surpassing fifty years. It touts extensive experience and knowledge of pharmacy advances to assure customers their prescriptions receive exacting attention in this department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altho
Yankee Doodle Boy at the Opera House
Powell and Cohan present Bud Hicks in a comedy drama with music titled The Yankee Doodle Boy. Strong vocal work by ten soloists in a three act show with whistling songs and notable scenic mounting. No house scenery used. One of the season’s most enjoyable evenings, with seats at Lemmon's pharmacy priced 25 35 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Powell and Cohan
Opera House
Lemmon's
Powell & Cohan
Bud Hicks
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
Boy's Brigade Meets at New Quarters at Carriage Factory
The Boy's brigade will meet this evening at their new quarters located at the carriage factory at 7 o'clock.
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J. P. Scott
R J
Wellman
Eckels Bros
Carnes Ratliff Com.co
Honard L. McCleery
Union Stock Yards
Ill
Rogers’ & Griley
Johnston’s
Tom Davis
Cotter
Vienna
Hays
Fred Neiswanger
Winfield
W. H
Tive
West Liberty High School
Earnest Clark
Crawordsville
Harvey McCall
University
W. K. Wallace
Ben Cole
Haskins
Harold McWilliams
Farmington
Inl
Cal Long
Richland
J. R. Isenhart
Desoines
Dr. Compton
Lyle Nicola
J. H. Crooks
Anna Donahey
W. B. Walker
Ella Proudtit
J. H. McCleary
McElhinney
J. Cocklin
T. W. Rickey
A. Davidson
F P. Davidson
Pawnee
Okla
Williams
Havre
Elmer McFadden
Will Walker
Jessie Anderson
Roll Gallagher
Wilkin
A. Share
Jack Curtis
Muscatine
Gladys Maxwell
Wyman and
Marsh Sewell
Dublin
Jar Hieu ScHoo
Anderson
Presbyterian
United Presbyterian
Methodist
Amos Rankin Warrowly
Companion
Yankee Doodle Boy
Charley King
Delta
Standard Land Co
Pioneer Drug Store
Cook & Sherman
W. Corner Square
Pera House
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