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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1911
Page
4
A father tells his children a bedtime tale about Cornelia in ancient Rome. Cornelia shows two wealthy visitors her two treasured sons and their mother explains she values her sons above all gems. The tale ends with the sons growing famous and honoring their mother.
The Cow Puncher drama plays at the Graham tonight. Hal Reid’s production features a strong cast and elaborate staging. Local audiences anticipate a vivid western heart tale with thrills and humor.
Rep S M McCleery of Washington chosen by Speaker Stillman for the house committees on Agriculture, Railroads and Transportation, Conservation of Resources, Public Health, Animal Industry, Domestic Manufactures as chairman, Judicial Districts, Public Charities, and Penitentiaries.
Rochester New York January 19 John Kozzi fell on a large ice cake at Despatch cutting himself fatally before aid arrived. Sheriff and coroner investigated and suspected foul play in the death.
A business firm drafts a courteous debt reminder that ends with a sharp ultimatum: “Oblige us by remitting the amount of our bill or we will oblige you.” The satirical note highlights polite phrasing masking firm insistence on payment.
Special to Evening Journal reports the Iowa United States Senate vote tally. Porter 32, Young 34, Funk 22, Kenyon 25, Garst 7, Byers 04, Franke 1. The partial results reflect a multi-candidate field with Young and Porter leading in a tight spread.
Rev F B McBride of Monmouth preached at the First United Presbyterian church last night. He likened sin to leprosy and Naaman’s healing, urging acceptance of Christ as the only cure. He warned against rejecting the gift of eternal life.
A Methodist service featured Rev. Smith on faith and works urging belief, actions, and charity to improve self and community. The sermon contrasted personal deposits in heaven with earthly business, citing Biblical examples and stressing outreach to keep souls from danger. The evening session, led by Rev. A. S. Smith, reflected on the value of a man, slavery prices, mercy works, and the need to save the lost through charity and action.
A health claim for a supplement says a little goes a long way as every grain acts on the stomach liver and kidneys to restore animals to health. It tones vital organs purifies blood and builds vitality. Claims steady results even when other remedies fail.
Bethlehem commandery No. 45 of the Knights Templar holds a regular conclave Friday evening January 20 at 7:80 sharp with important business. Petitions closing with work. Be there promptly on time. S712 W. B. Marbourg, E. C.
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