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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1900
Page
2
Direct from the manufacturer and importer, Beavers Otters Camels Hair Rus sians and similar shawls available. Reversible in soft grays and tans with or without border, hardy napped and knotted fringe. Average price reduction of 25 percent on all items.
Citizens push to place a three school system in the state with Des Moines pressure on lawmakers. Washington county advocates seek one site with access by rail and a favorable climate, arguing the town of Washington is ideal and merits the institution to boost regional growth.
Funeral services for the late John Dodds were held Saturday afternoon from his West Washington Street residence. Rev. Stark and Dr. Stafford of Muscatine led the rites with the Presbyterian church choir performing. Floral designs came from local banks I O O F members and friends. Interment followed at Elm Grove. The I O O F conducted services after departure from the house, honoring their member.
An 19th century bottle guarantee promises customers two thirds of the contents must be used before seeking a refund from the druggist. The price options listed include 25c, 50c, and 1. Att. HW. Stewart's, druggist.
Report from Fairview school in Jackson township for the month ending January 5 shows 26 enrolled, 24 average daily attendance, 4 visitors. Several students listed. teacher named. Coontown 400 presented at the Graham tomorrow evening with singing and dancing. tickets 25c, 85c, 50c, children 14 and under admitted for ten cents with name and age. Also notes local ads for remedies and theater promotions and a report on David Reynolds returning from harvest near Aberdeen, SD.
The man selling his “little idea” on how to make pictures near the JOURNAL corner has quietly left this morning. His abrupt departure will be a relief to passersby who found the crowded corner uncomfortable. He reportedly made money while here, and no one doubts his earnings.
The canuary term of the district court opens tomorrow at ten with Judge Dewey presiding. Homeseekers' Excursions via the Iowa Central schedule many trips in January February and March 1900 offering round trip tickets at one fare plus two dollars to a wide western range including Arkansas Arizona and many other states and territories. Information available from agents or the undersigned Gro Barry GP TA Marshalltown Iowa. John Kefover returns home after Marine service near Havana aboard the Puritan and Vermont under Admiral Howell. Weeks' Break-up-A-Cold-Tablets advertised with no cure no pay at Stewart's Pharmacy.
Charley Burroughs, top sprinter from A A Stagg’s team, may switch to the broad jump this year. Chicago coach has long said he could excel at the event if trained, but feared it would disrupt his sprinting. Burroughs has reached 21 feet in practice, a strong start for a beginner, with rival Brown at 21 feet 6 inches. Both athletes show reserve strength Stagg wants them to develop proper form first.
Racine Wisconsin January 8 Henry F Corbett picture canvasser remains in custody on a $3000 bond after a preliminary hearing on the December 6 shooting charges against Rev David B Cheney and his wife Judge Belden held the case for trial noting sufficient evidence Corbett showed excitement and requested to speak but was denied The circuit court will set the trial date.
Captain Charles D. Sigsbee commander of the battleship Pexas was injured in a trolley incident in Brooklyn causing him to be unable to go aboard ship. He struck his leg on a passing drag and was taken to the Grisby home at Par Avenue and Sixty seventh street for care.
The Bethel Presbyterian church near the city named Rev. W. R. Williams of Cotter as stated supply after a congregational meeting. Williams is praised as a capable clergy member and former classmate of Rev. Stark. The week of prayer will be observed citywide with union services at Covenanter, Second U. P., and First U. P. churches. Three baptisms occurred at the Baptist church last night despite no public notice of the ordinance. The new baptistry allows entry by steps between the ladies parlor and choir loft.
The ad promotes Karl's Clover Root Tea as improving complexions through digestion and liver and bowel health. It asserts the product acts on bowels, liver, and kidneys with a price of 256 and 508, attributed to J. H. Stewart, a druggist.
Miss Bessie Conger of this city was named bill clerk for the House of Representatives during the Republican caucus in Des Moines. She is a respected teacher and her appointment pleases many friends.
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