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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1908
Page
6
Article speculates that if Congress keeps desk counts high, the House chamber may host benches or expanded space. It discusses a permanent civil service, higher salaries, and the need to accommodate an enlarged future census work force.
The article notes Oklahoma’s population over 1.4 million and Congress expected to approve Senator Gore’s bill to add two House seats, bringing the state to seven. It highlights historical party balance among long-serving members and mentions local cultural events and stock theater plans.
The Journal reports a 1908 regulation barring postage concessions for subscribers in arrears over three months. Postmaster Lytle notes publishers may adjust lists, giving time to comply. The paper urges readers to settle accounts promptly to avoid delinquencies and preserve mailing benefits.
Sir Tatton and Lady Sykes once stayed in New York where his enormous three inch thick soled boots drew crowds. Guests escorted friends to view the footwear, a corridor spectacle. Lady Sykes was renowned for her champagne at breakfast.
Atty P J Hanley and Editor Alex Miller attended the Jackson banquet in Ottumwa hosted by the Democrats. About 300 banqueters at 1 50 a plate and strong Bryan enthusiasm marked the evening noted as one of the finest. J C Williams of Mahaska County served as toastmaster with speakers on Our Friends the Enemy The Democracy of Iowa In View of the Promised Land Jackson Public Men ace Corporations and Gen James B Weaver. The Jeffersonian club plans a banquet soon possibly on Washingtons Birthday or Lincoln Birthday to avoid conflicts with the Young Men’s Republican club.
Warning on kidney disease urges early action with Foley's Kidney Cure to correct irregularities and prevent Bright's disease and diabetes. Sold by all druggists.
Patent notices to Iowa residents list several items including pulsating device for milking machines, account keeping device, teat cup for milking apparatus, speed regulator, storm window hinge, combined protractor and square, neck yoke ring, earth boring machine, jointed tongue, bed spring, wire working tool, incubator heater and other inventions. Names and towns appear with patent numbers.
Special notice states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles contains no opiates and is not restricted by the National Pure Food and Drug Law. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults sold by all druggists. The Sherman Stock Company presents The Village Vagabond, opening next Monday with one free lady admission per 30 cent ticket.
Cyrus chapter No. 13 R A M holds regular convocation Friday January 10 1908 at 7 15 pm for business. Washington lodge No. 26 opens first degree after session. full attendance urged. My Friend from Arkansaw Sherman Stock company three night engagement begins January 13 with one free ladies ticket per paid 30 cent admission. entertainment touted as highly enjoyable.
The article reports L. T. Cooper’s stomach-based preparation achieving nationwide recognition. In Minneapolis over twenty two days sales averaged two thousand bottles daily, totaling eighty eight thousand in Minnesota, with many locals expressing gratitude for the medicine's effects. McElhinney Drug Co.
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