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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1907
Page
6
Judge J Allread sentenced William Welch to life in the penitentiary for stealing five pounds of corned beef. Welch pleaded guilty to burglary in entering an inhabited dwelling. The judge noted the sentence was excessive but said the statute required it without jury clemency.
Berlin January 17 Prince von Buelow chancellor will join the electoral campaign a first for a German premier The move follows poor government prospects and aims to defend imperial policy against socialists and other opposition He is to speak at a banquet Saturday with a broadcast nationwide likely inspired by the Kaiser.
Health column urges prevention of appendicitis by addressing chronic constipation. Promotes Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a mild remedy that stimulates liver and bowels to restore natural bowel action. Warns against substitutes and notes availability at all druggists.
Word arrived today of the death of Mrs. Wesley Moore who had spent the winter with her daughter Mrs. A G Clark of Oskaloosa. An elderly invalid, she lived in Washington about 43 years after moving here soon after the war. Survived by husband and five children Henry Moore Iowa City William Moore Chicago Mrs James Redd Washington and Frank Moore Oskaloosa. Remains to be brought here on tomorrow’s 10 o clock train and taken to the residence near the A M E church. Funeral arrangements not yet made.
Interesting meetings continue this week at the First United Presbyterian and Methodist churches with varied programs. Preachers address community concerns and lay leaders organize joint outreach across the two congregations.
Rev. Munn preached on Psalm 119 59 60 urging self examination and turning to God's commandments Three steps were urged think upon our ways turn our feet toward God and act with immediate decision The sermon was strong and held audience attention as the church session met afterward for prayer and reflection
The Rev. W A Longnecker will preach tonight at the Methodist church meetings outlining the sermon and schedule for the evening assembly in the local parish.
An author describes a manuscript that has circulated widely through magazine offices and even crossed the ocean. He details about $40 in stamps nine gallons of midnight oil and $8 of typewriting costs as he prepares to have it cleaned pressed and refined for further submission.
Siring to lead a Christian life met with them. Service again this evening at 7 30. Every one is invited to attend these services.
A pastor outlines threefold views of religion focusing on God and conduct. The notice reports Miss Byrdie Henderson and Mr. Bert E. Booth’s wedding in Lexington with ceremony by Rev. W. A. Smith and a later reception at Ezra Gardner home. Attendees include C. D. Henderson and Ora, with hospitality by Mrs. Stewart and popcorn balls as a yearly treat.
The Rev. Mr. Longpecker spoke at the Methodist church on truth incarnate and the salt of the earth as light. He urged ordinary people to let truth dwell in them to emit light and power, inviting all to afternoon and evening meetings at the church.
Invitations went out for the marriage of Miss Emma Mozelle Burnell of Newton to Mr. John Valleau Rathbone of Chicago. The wedding is set for Tuesday evening February 5 at 8 o’clock.
Miss Eunice Ash and Mr Vern Booth were married last night at 7 at the Methodist parsonage in Wellman with Rev J A Boatman officiating. Guests joined the couple at the groom's mother Mrs T D Booth home for a wedding supper. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Ash, has worked as a Wellman telephone operator. The groom farms and the pair will set up housekeeping on a nearby farm.
Mr and Mrs J D McLaughlin entertained at a 12 o'clock dinner today at their home on West Main street. Guests included Mr and Mrs W J Hamilton Hugh H McCleery Miss Helen Fulton Miss Mabel Carson of Chicago and the Rev M G Munn of Chariton.
Mrs. Dr. Chas. Stewart celebrated her twelfth wedding anniversary Tuesday evening by entertaining twelve intimate lady friends. Some guests attended the wedding twelve years ago, and two have attended every year except two.
Funeral services for the late Mrs. Ho ward Bovee will be conducted from the residence tomorrow afternoon at two o clock Rev Elias Handy presiding Interment will follow at Em Grove cemetery J N Sands traveled to Crawfordsville this morning to visit friends Stuart s Market advertises fresh Choice Beef Pork Veal and Mutton daily
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