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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1900
Page
4
In Olive Schreiner's narrative Bonaparte suffers a fright after a dreamlike episode with a German guardian. The pair discuss truth, belief, and proof as a child watches, then Bonaparte collapses theatrically and receives mercy and practical aid from his companion. The tale blends surreal humor with reflections on doubt and forgiveness.
In a desolate Boer Republic setting, Bonaparte accepts help from a German as they discuss faith, labor, and rest. The German offers a new clothing set and boots, while Bonaparte contemplates leading a Sunday service in his solitude and cherishes humble comforts and shared prayers.
Count von Eulenburg, German ambassador at Vienna, receives the title prince from Emperor William. A night engineer at a Chicago coated-board factory is killed by a fly wheel. The St Louis poultry and pet stock show opens in the exposition coliseum. George W. Metzel, founder of the Improved Order of Theosophists, dies at his Stewartstown PA home. President Roca hosts Rear Admiral Schley in Buenos Aires. William Ellis and family burn to death in Barboursville WV home.
Senator Hanna said he will not seek the permanent chairmanship or serve as an Ohio delegate-at-large. He noted other men are more ambitious for the honor and expressed support for General Dick to have an uncontested place in the Ohio delegation. He argued his stepping aside would avoid friction between Generals Grosvenor and Dick.
Detroit reports Railroad Commissioner Charles J. Osborn announces candidacy for the Republican nomination for governor. He cites Upper Peninsula loyalty and sixty two convention votes as key support. Other names mentioned include Pingree and several rivals.
Chicago quotes show wheat at 66 66 ahead of January close, corn near 30 31, oats 28. hogs mid 4.2 to 4.5, lard near 6.9, and butter eggs turkeys and potatoes listed. East Buffalo and St. Louis provide cattle hog and lamb ranges, with specifics on prices and receipts for different grades and months.
John Dodds longtime Washington city councilman dies after a brief illness from liver congestion. He served ten years on the council and helped build up the city. born January 18, 1828, he moved from Pennsylvania to Iowa in 1852, married Ella Allen in 1854, and left a Winter estate of about $100,000. Funeral arrangements await relatives.
Local notice highlights this evenings city council session with many items to transact. Also announced are Shakespeare class at Mrs Styles West Main Street and a skating party tonight. Residents featured include W B Garver from Morning Sun visiting P Waters, and several local trips and visits across towns.
David Wallingford and Miss Nettie Noaker were married last evening at seven at the home of her brother five miles northeast of the city. Rev Jones performed the ceremony in the presence of close family. A wedding dinner followed and they plan to housekeeping on the groom's farm one mile west of Bethel church. Also a comedy “A Black Heifer” with clean acts comes to Graham Friday night.
The Masquerade skating party at Highland Park tonight is expected to draw a large crowd. Warm weather has not affected ice quality as organizers report surface conditions are in good shape for the event.
Lost a package containing two pairs of cashmere stockings with J. B. Crail’s name on it. Located between McElwain's and eight blocks south. Finder please return to JOURNAL. Wanted a bright honest young man to learn printer's trade at JOURNAL office tomorrow morning. Apply in person if serious.
An old advertisement touts Karl's Clover Root Tea as an absolute cure for muddy complexions and nauseating breath caused by chronic constipation. The product claims a fifty year guarantee and a price of 2 shillings 50 cents at J. H. Stewart's druggist.
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