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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1903
Page
2
In October and September the woodcock molts and leaves swamps to shed feathers. Birds disperse to hidden places, possibly moving northward, toward mountain tops, or into cornfields, with many theories but likely a mix. The writer recalls molting swamps in Dutchess County where birds appeared August and later repopulated areas within a week or ten days.
A New York correspondent describes a hotel lobby ceremony where six colored hallmen in blue brass uniforms perform a drill led by a prominent mulatto captain. The scene unfolds as the procession eyes the desk, then snaps to attention and seats, while clerks observe from behind their books.
A reported assault occurred after an argument as bystanders were warned not to laugh. Police investigated, no charges filed at this time.
The article explains wax insects in tree bark, their spring appearance as brown pea shaped neales, and the May June swelling with six legged insects. It notes a white bag cocoon of a small black beetle that parasitizes scales, and that markets pay less when the parasite is abundant.
In 1656 Joquin, a Venice native, found bleakfish scales color water milky and, by dipping beads and drying, created pearly beads. Repeated tests yielded hollow glass beads blown separately and polished in cylinders then coated inside with the pearly liquid and waxed. The method remains in use in Venice today.
A groom and bride depart for their honeymoon when tapping from a wooden leg terrifies him. The bride reassures it is only her wooden leg, a longtime companion that unsettles him enough to end their relationship.
The best sort of happiness lies in odd corners and quiet places unseen by the eager world. It contrasts with prosperity, riches, noise, laughter, fame, and cheap notoriety that people chase, as Henry Seton Merriman notes in The Vultures.
A French churchyard memorial preserves an epitaph honoring Jean Pinto the Spanish vocalist. It recalls his ascent to heaven where his voice joined the archangels and the Deity urged the others to listen to the illustrious singer alone.
A district court session reviewed a dispute over a Champion binder ordered April 23, 1002 for 120 with delivery by Brier & Co. The defendant claimed poor past performance and countermanded the order around July 2, purchasing a different machine. The panel also considers estate cost retaxing, motions to elect, quiet title, trustees, and distribution of funds in several other cases.
The board of control weighs sending a blind and dumb child of Knoxville’s Mrs. Emma Steen to an Iowa institution. A $700 yearly care appropriation is sought from the next legislature as the child, intelligent yet unable to speak or see, waits. Des Moines surgeons found no operable relief. Boston was considered but crowded. Mrs. Steen, a poor washerwoman, must work away from the child. The board lacks clear authority under Iowa law to provide care.
The rural route patrons for this city have their names posted at the post office in compliance with a Washington DC order. Carriers previously kept names private to reduce business mail. now postings invite firms to send advertisements and boost department revenue. Some think the order may be withdrawn.
Mrs Anna B Hansen representing American Baptist home missions arrives by the Firefly for a conference at the First Baptist church this morning.
Mrs Carrie W Miller state secretary of Woman's Foreign Missionary Society arrived from Ottumwa this morning to attend the conference at the First Baptist church this evening.
Town notices list residents traveling to Washington St Louis and Col umbus Junction for business and visiting relatives. Ill Lila Vesey remains in critical condition with pneumonia. Several locals including J G Maxwell N J Nedrook and S W Livingston are mentioned as visitors and travelers.
Jan 13 reports Henry Koening selling a colt to Dave Figgins and Joe Marek fitting gas lights in his residence. Frank Freund sustains a damaged eye from husking bee activity while Jacob Simmering hauls 10 loads of porkers at top prices. Mrs James Knebel markets turkeys. twelve birds bring $30. George Shaer becomes a father to a daughter aged one, and a new young man joins the Chez home. Twins reported at Frank Kuchera's. Mrs John Dann suffers a bad grippe attack last week.
Mrs. Johanna Soderholm of Fergus Falls Minnesota dislocated her shoulder. A surgeon reset it but pain remained until Chamberlain's Pain Balm bought by her son provided quick relief. The son praised its effect and recommended it to others. For sale by Stewart's Pharmacy Cook and Sherman.
An exchange describes a little boy ready for bed who kissed everyone good night except the new hired girl. He refuses a good night kiss after claiming he saw Papa try to kiss her in the kitchen this morning. The tale ends with the lady deciding to do her own housework.
A Washington woman reports her daughter suffered eczema for seven years until Dean's Ointment eased symptoms on face and hands. After trying many salves, a second box cured the sores, boosting confidence in the remedy. The note urges readers to ask pharmacies for the product.
Washington January 14 The ways and means committee voted to report a bill authorizing full one year rebates of duties on all coal imported from foreign countries. The plan aims to offset tariffs and ease shortages after a prolonged strike reduced anthracite output. A J Cassatt cites no stocks and ongoing shortages despite renewed mining.
Senator Mc Taurin of Mississippi met with Postmaster General Payne in Washington to obtain assurances from town authorities in Indianola for the protection of its negro postmaster. The post office will not be re established until protection is guaranteed.
A bill to authorize leasing grazing lands in Nebraska, aimed at resolving disputes over unlawful fencing of public lands, was agreed to by Interior Secretary Hitchcock and Senator Dietrich, who introduced it in the Senate representing Nebraska.
The Soft Coal Operators association of the Des Moines district will not sell coal to Des Moines retailers and teamsters who mark up beyond 3 dollars a ton, the fixed retail price. High demand has left dealers struggling to fill orders and some retailers charge up to 4.50 per ton. Teamsters also buy coal at nearby mines and resell it for maximum profit.
A service gas pipe burst into the home of Apollonis Jabolouski at 117 Morgan Street, nearly asphyxiating his family of nine. Four family members are in serious condition and others were unconscious for hours, with fears of possible fatalities.
In Findlay Ohio on January 14 the circuit court of the Tenth judicial district ruled that the municipality cannot fix telephone charges any more than it can fix the price of groceries or other commodities.
Almanac notes four eclipses in 1903 two solar and two lunar. An annular sun eclipse occurs March 28 29 visible in Alaska and Asia while a total sun eclipse September 21 is visible to southeastern Africa Australia and Indian Ocean. The two partial lunar eclipses occur April 11 and October 6 7 with varying visibility. Inner planetary positions list Mercury Venus and Jupiter as morning or evening stars across the year.
George Selwyn renowned English wit fascinated by deathbed scenes and executions. The anecdote recounts Lord Holland asking to be shown to Selwyn when dying, promising to greet him alive or dead to satisfy his curiosity.
One hundred dollar reward offer for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsed by West Truax and Walding Kinnan Marvin, Toledo druggists, asserting Cheney's honesty and financial ability. Cure taken internally with price 75 cents per bottle. Testimonials free. Hall's family Pills advertised as best.
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