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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1902
Page
3
A freight engine No 1413 exploded this morning at six o'clock in the RI and P yards at Victor near Iowa City, killing engineer Will Williams and his fireman. The west bound limited passenger train attached to the engine was derailed but no passengers were killed. The accident is described as very serious and lamented by railroad men in Washington.
Daily notes from Washington include visits and travels of residents and visitors such as Mrs. T Jeff Davis in Eldon and Max Marbourg returning from Ottumwa. Local business ads feature Johnson's bakery and Isenhart's Candy Kitchen while updates mention Javeler and Franks in town. The piece records various arrivals departures and social updates with a focus on community life.
Flick and Johnson expect two large sabovellas to arrive within three weeks to toil west of the city along the Milwaukee cut off route. One will be unloaded at West Chester then moved south toward the Milwaukee right of way, the other at an O R I and P line site. Superintendent Templeton said the exact placement remains to be finalized with work between the city and the Skunk River.
Local residents arrive and depart on the Firefly including Mr and Mrs Parrot Koouse Elmer Mason and Miss Stone. Visitors from Muscatine Nortonville and Kansas join social events at homes and clubs. Dr Hood plans medical practice with Dr Dings in Keota after visits with relatives.
The social committee of the First U P church Christian Union held a member and friend social at Jas Laughead's home last evening. A Tea contest and other new amusements formed the program. Ranch Gordon Lulu Laughead and Miss Eyes to Sue won two prizes. Home made candy was served.
Allen DeLong purchases the general store owned by E. Lemley at Wayne Iowa. He spends today invoicing and expects to take full possession soon. The notice offers best wishes for his new business venture.
The High School band boys prepare eight numbers for a concert on the 21st with the Emanon Quartette singing, Miss Hallie Berdo reciting, and solos by Will Langenberg, Lena Maxwell, and Tulu Warner. Ada Jenkins will accompany. Attendance urged.
A concise notice announcing expertise in abstracts of titles and related legal opinions. Highlights ten years of experience in examining property titles and delivering official title reports for clients and title companies.
Jas Cowger wins a 40 diamond ring in the Court of Honor for securing the most members this year after a tie with Mr Hoyle. A farewell social for Rev H R Stark is planned at the Presbyterian church, with Homeseekers Opportunity tickets offered by the Iowa Central for 1902 excursions to multiple states.
Special to The Evening Journal reports the forecast for Iowa: today and tomorrow show fair conditions with cooler temperatures east portion tonight.
W. T. Williamson of Amherst Virginia says he suffered lumbago for over a year before using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He reports complete relief where other remedies failed. Sold by Stewart's Pharmacy and Cook and Sherman.
Dan Sherman and his comedy team, now under Robert N Loomis, will perform next Thursday due to a route change and an open date. The act aims to entertain audiences with a fresh lineup and new material.
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