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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1907
Page
5
An early tale notes Noah as the first advertiser who warned of the flood and prospered while skeptics drowned. The story frames advertising as a successful, enduring craft through history.
Until my return from Palo Alto California all persons with business with H and W Scofield or me are asked to call on W M Keeley attorney at 208 West Washington Street for handling. 79-41 Wm Scofield.
A Philadelphia Press quip notes the artist husband once directed his wife to pose and now jokes she may direct him to stand around, framing a light jab at changes in domestic dynamics after marriage.
London meteorologist Hugh Clements prophesies further earthquakes in America on January 12 and had previously predicted an Algerian quake for yesterday.
Havana January 10 Governor Mago on behalf of Cuba signs the first treaty of the provisional government with Santo Domingo establishing extradition terms between the two republics.
In Kewanee Illinois on January 10 James Dobson, 35, was instantly killed while returning from his barn to the house on his farm near Buda after being struck by lightning.
Rollin S Woodruff has been sworn in as governor of Connecticut and the legislature is organized for business. Also noted is the absorption of Freemen's National Bank by National Bank of the Republic in Boston and a boxing result at the National Athletic Club. No tidings yet from the steamer Ponce, long overdue since its Dec 26 departure from San Juan Puerto Rico.
The Vienna offers a selection of cookies including hermits devil’s food and angel food among its bakery treats. Local patrons sample assorted pastries as a feature of the shop.
John Sullivan of Burlington was seen traveling toward Ainsworth this morning to spend a day or two on business.
J M Taylor traveled to Crawfordsville on an early morning trip for business. The brief note places him aboard a bus headed toward the city, with no further details on the purpose or results of the journey.
The speaker outlines a scheme to use surplus chin hair to extend to the top of the head for a luxuriant growth and reduce shaving. He also mentions drawing out a lot of coal this winter, praising its quality as good coal.
Community notes summarize accidents deaths births and marriages reported promptly by local news gatherers in a compact daily column.
Otha Coffman and Boyd Smith return from a three weeks trip in Colorado. The Rev. J R Hanley from West Liberty travels to Os kaloola for a friend's funeral.
Mrs. Fred R. Deue of Washington arrived to spend a few days with the Moreland family. Mr. and Mrs. T. Riley of Burlington arrived for a short visit with friends. Mrs. Frank Chihak attended the funeral of Martin Swift Sr. in Washington. Geo. Johnson, visiting M. D. Harding, was a westbound passenger. Jas. Porter attended the Swift funeral. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McGraw left for Macomb Illinois. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Marsh and son William visited relatives in Washington. C. R. Long traveled between trains in Washington. E. M. Funston’s condition remains unchanged.
Jan Iva Rehmel is quite sick. Sam Henry and Charley Harvey plastered for Mrs Porter last Saturday. Lon Beitel visited his parents last week. Sam Miller is traveling through South Dakota. The Rev Huebner holds church meetings. Pleasant and Harvey school pupils received library books. Vitus Disch went to Henry County and returned with a fine team of horses.
Jan 9 reports Ray Sanders and family traveling toward Norton Kansas to look for a home. John Mangold and family returned from a Kansas visit. Charlie Welch injured by a horse incident. Baptist annual dinner and Rev Uhl of Fort Madison to speak. Mrs Jesse Augustine visiting Wolfe home. Lee Rabtson from West Chester handling telephones. Will Houle and John Hotle noted in town. John Hotle appears thinner from excessive eating.
Jan Arthur Kreger departed yesterday morning for Shawnee Oklahoma to be with his ailing father William Kreger. Mrs J B Schreckengast of Burlington visited relatives yesterday and planned a week in Washington before heading home. H P Newton returned home yesterday morning. A union prayer meeting was held at the Methodist church last night led by Reverend A L Graham of the United Presbyterian church.
The Mennonite Sunday school elected officers for the coming year. Sun J. A. Graber transacted business in Wayland Saturday. Mrs. Peter Ricoh visited with her daughter Mrs. K. Schantz in Wayland over several days. Sam Nauffsinger and Joe Frey, visiting at the J. A. Frey home, left for Archbold Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. J. Roth of Wayland visited in the locality Saturday. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Munson Sunday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Newt Crawford returned Saturday from Memphis Missouri where they had visited relatives the past two weeks. Daniel Graber transacted business at Mt. Pleasant Monday and Tuesday.
Keota resident Guy Dillon and Winfield visitor John Rickey called in Crawfordsville. J. T. Hawthorne was observed as a southbound traveler passing through town.
Roy Carr, a popular Wellman liveryman, moved into town today while his helper Mr. Hicks left to tend his ill wife. Almen Shaffer, son of cattleman Link Shaffer, died Tuesday night of pneumonia near Kalona. he was a State University student. Funeral services set for 10 a.m. tomorrow at Joetown, north of Kalona.
Winfred Durst of the north side, a winter term cadet, broke through thin ice at Highland lake while skating at the east end. Ray Stryker and others rescued him. he was dried at the Stryker home and suffered no ill effects.
Yesterday afternoon the tall chimney at the W. A. Whiting property, still standing since the fire, collapsed about 2 o clock after supporting props were removed. It did not fall straight down but broke in several places, and the ground shook for several rods around. The fall is described as “it fell like a thousand of brick.”
C O Floyd of Kershaw, D C recalls eleven years of consumption escape after using Dr King’s New Discovery for about six months. He regained weight from 135 to 170 pounds and his cough subsided. The remedy is guaranteed at Stewart’s pharmacy with 50c and 1.00 price and a trial bottle free.
Frank Randy smiled this morning at the arrival of a fine nine pound boy last night at his home.
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports severe kidney and back troubles but says after using Foley's Kidney Cure he improved after the second bottle and was cured after five bottles. The ad asserts the product cures back-ache and all forms of kidney and bladder trouble and is sold by all druggists.
A reader submits a description of the old silver dollar showing the liberty head, spread eagle, arrows, stars and inscriptions. The note reflects nostalgia for the coin of fathers and the enduring appeal of this currency across generations.
Mr Sharpe explains the visible typewriter to a caller while Mrs Sharpe interjects that it is conspicuous, highlighting the machine as a noticeable office item in a brief exchange.
A cautious constituent presses the senator on popular unrest over wealth distribution. Senator Lotsman admits fatigue but offers sympathy with the public mood.
A history class question prompts a witty reply about meum et tuum as the greatest culinary feat. The exchange centers on wordplay rather than factual events or figures.
Probate matters and civil cases occupied the court this term. James Carson received a three year hospital sentence in Knoxville suspended on good behavior. Jury case assignments were made as follows.
A list of upcoming hearings includes Heacock vs C I P Railroad on Monday Jan 14 at 1:30 p m in Rhode Island and Providence Railway Court. Tuesday Jan 15 features Swords and Zmant versus Shrad. January 16 has McClelland v C R I P Ry Co at 9:00 a m. January 21 shows Security Savings Bank Wellman v Kr wer at 1:30 p m. January 22 lists Benn v Standard Land Co et al and Muller and Durst v Insurance Co. January 24 presents Elliott v Twinam at 9:00 a m.
Family of Martin Swift expresses gratitude to neighbors friends and relatives for kindness during illness and death. Mrs Martin Swift and family convey thanks for comfort brought to them in their bereavement.
Oyster parties and pea shells at the Vienna. Dick Hughes arrives from Fairfield to visit relatives. Mrs. Nancy Kendall is ill at home in West Washington. J. B. McCleary of Crawfordsville and W. A. Walker from Ainsworth on brief business trips. Newt Denison from Hereford, Texas plans several days in the city. G. R. Dillon of Keota travels to Crawfordsville on business. Mr. and Mrs. So Rich and daughter Laura plan a California winter. Chas. Stevenson heads to Keota to visit his brother George. Mrs. J. T. Anderson and children will winter in Colorado. Al M. Jeffery opens a photo gallery at the square corner at 10 cents a dozen. Penrose and W. Beauchamp on extended Oklahoma trip pass through town.
Skating event set for tonight at Highland Park with tickets on sale at McHihinney's Columbia Pharmacy and Stitcher's Restaurant. Bus service will run starting at 7 o'clock.
The Chicago Inter Ocean notes a major house trend replacing oak doors with glass panels set in narrow wood frames. Inner doors also feature glass uppers with lace net, medallions, and ribbons for decorative effect, offering daylight visibility and night illumination.
A nurse in Sweden served fruit soup that delighted a feverish patient. The recipe mixes dried fruits with water, vinegar, and thickening from potato flour, with instructions on making potato flour from grated potatoes and starch. Kansas City Star source notes accompany the tale.
The text advocates steaming pumpkins over boiling and mixing hot dressing into potato salad for richer flavor. It recommends breadcrumbs for frying, adds oil to mustard during mixing, and favors slicing carrots for even distribution. It suggests passing grated American or Parmesan cheese with tomato sauce for rice or pasta, noting some prefer separate cheese.
The text instructs upward and outward facial motions during drying and makeup to impart liveliness and prevent drooping expressions. It claims complexion brushing with warm water and pure soap removes rackheads, stimulates circulation, and refines skin texture while shrinking enlarged pores, followed by applying a skin food.
The piece advises lace should remain soft not stiff and recommends limiting starch. For coarse mesh lace some stiffening is possible, with gum arabic or gelatin as alternatives. If an aged look is wanted, saffron tint is suggested for odorless results that deter flies.
A mob of about 1000 citizens in Charles City attacked the jail at 11:30 p.m. and lynched James Cullen, who confessed to killing his wife and stepson. They claimed fear of prosecution and argued the execution was justifiable, noting Cullen’s £50,000 estate and prior demenia. The killings followed Cullen’s brutal murders Tuesday morning.
Society notes announce the engagement of Miss Elsie Klein of Davenport to Mr. J. Rosenheim of Louisville Kentucky. Miss Klein formerly resided here and has many friends in the city awaiting details of the forthcoming marriage.
Regular meeting night of Itraterna Aid with installation of officers. All members are requested to be present.
The O K E S holds its regular meeting this evening at 7 30 with full attendance requested for the installation of officers.
The Benevolent society of the Presbyterian church will meet with Miss Ellen Smith on West Main street tomorrow afternoon at 2:30.
Mrs Frank Neal entertained the Navajo club yesterday afternoon at her North Fourth avenue home. The gathering was social and included fancy work with elegant refreshments served by the hostess.
Arthur Lathrop entertained a number of friends Tuesday evening at his West Main street residence with party games as the main entertainment. Dainty refreshments were served by Mrs. Lathrop.
Mr and Mrs Martin Scranton entertained today at their southern city residence in honor of Mr and Mrs Eli Scranton of Oklahoma City. An excellent dinner was served at noon. Local guests included Mr and Mrs R G Cherry Mr and Mrs Ed McCaul ley and Mr and Mrs Chas Darby shire. David Cherry of Nebraska was the out of town guest.
J P Thomas journeyed to Davenport this morning on business matters.
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