Local Happenings and Notes From Brighton January 25 1912
Mrs H Richardson underwent a hospital operation in Washington and is recovering at home. Her daughter Mrs Hod Brier returned home. Robt McClintic’s baby is seriously ill with pneumonia attended by Dr McGuire. F A A social at the hall drew about sixty attendees with a general supper. Rulie Walker returning from Floris for a weekend at parental home. Mart Bosworth from Oskaloosa visiting family en route to California. Rev C Walker left for Batavia for a regular appointment. Tom Brinton’s new house ready for occupancy. Mr Pringle home from Colorado seeking health. Miss Gray of St Joe visiting Mrs Pringle. Miss Effie Mullen visiting Lizzie Flitner home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brigton
H. Richardson
Washington
Hod ‘Brier
Robt. McClintic's
Rulie Walker
Floris
Oskaloosa
California
Wellman and Davenport Visitors and Local Notices
Mrs Kila Andrew and son Hartley visited Davenport on Tuesday. Mrs F D Snavely was in Iowa City on business Tuesday. C M Booth I C Adams and others attended the K P convention at Washington this week. Mrs Barney Whetstine and daughter visited Washington on Wednesday. Miss Susan Gardner will visit Lavanda at Victor then lead singing in Marengo revival meetings at the M E church. HB J Kirkpatrick visited Riverside Tuesday. Wm Schroeder and wife welcomed a baby girl. Mrs Gerber and daughter Iva returned from Iowa City after visiting the Wes Lantz home. H H Willson and wife visiting Iowa City. Mrs W P Gardner hosted W M S on Thursday. Frank Matthess died near Pilotburg Tuesday. funeral at Kalona Thursday. interment Sharon. M E church may undertake improvements. L Tedford and wife from Oklahoma Tuesday. J W Teeter of Washington was in town Tuesday. Supervisor Dunlap of Kalona attended to business Monday. Mr Boland of Muscatine in town this week. P Wagner in Iowa City Tuesday. Will Schroeder bought the ice cream factory from John DeFrees. Mrs Lide Jones returned to North English to help Harry and care for his daughter. Chas White returned from Michigan. Mrs Susan Morrow visited North English. Chas Hamilton returned to Salem Ore after a month’s stay. Charles has a job in an ice cream factory. Bert Steninger did business in Haskins Thursday. Fred Durian and wife visited Iowa City relatives Thursday. Ezra Hamilton of Kalona visited W T family Thursday. H G Moore Thos O Flarity Lorne Bidwell W L Romine Vic Carr and E J Coffey attended the E P convention at Washington Wednesday night and enjoyed themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
HB. J. Kirkpatrick
Riverside
Wm. Shhroeder
W. P. Gardner
Frank Matthess
Pilotburg
Kalona
Sharon
Matthess
L. Tedford
Oklahoma
J. W. Teeter
Washington
Dunlap
Michigan
Susan Morrow
North English
Chas. Hamilton
Salem
Ore
Charles
Bert Steninger
Haskins
Fred Durian
Iowa City
Ezra Hamilton
W. T
Messrs
H. G. Moore
Thos. O’flarity
Lorne Bidwell
W. L. Romine
Vic Carr
E. J. Coffey
E. P
Haskins News Highlights and Local Moves in January
Jan 27 1912 update from Haskins reports Rev F E Miller visiting en route to Muscatine with wife and daughter from Kansas. Ava Chase Ellen Haldiman return home to West Branch and West Liberty. Marion Reams recovered from tonsillitis. Skating remains a favorite at the big pond near the school with plans for a gathering at the vacant store. Teachers Grace Morgan and Mary Freding left for Washington. Bert Crone family to move from Palmer farm to northwest Washington. Palmer family to occupy new home. George Reams visited Washington. Mrs Flynn of Ottumwa visiting the Boyd family. Wood Harding predicts corn will be up by spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Miller
Kansas
Haskins
Geo. Reams
Muscatine
Ava Chase
Ellen Haldiman
J. M. Chase
West Branch
West Liberty
Marion Reams
Haskins School
Grace Morgan
Mary Freding
Washington
Lee Ebner
Charley Stafford
Bert Crone
Palmer Farm
Charley Palmer
Flynn
Ottumwa
Pat Boyd
Local Notes From Wyman Area January 26 1912
A series of short updates from Wyman and nearby towns includes Hal Huston riding as a passenger for Washington, J. K. Dunn traveling to Wapello, Rev. Edgar’s plans to preach in Kansas City, and Mrs. S. M. Helmick visiting friends at the Junction. Others report travels, visits, and upcoming events such as an auto show in Chicago and revival meetings at the Methodist church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
W. C. Huston
Crawfordsville
Graham
Mendon, NL
Frain
Ladies Kraw Eldeen Club entertains guests at McConnell home
Ainsworth Iowa January 27 1912 the ladies Kraw Eldeen club met at Mrs. Harry L McConnell's home with refreshments and lively fellowship out of town guests included Mrs R E Rhea Mrs R M Keller of Crawfordsville and Mrs J A Trotter of Cedar Rapids several local departures followed including Mrs N H Wilkins to Columbus Junction and Mrs R E Simpson to Centerville
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Alta Olds
Trotter
N. H. Wilkins
Columbus Junction
Ira Warren
R. E. Simpson
Centerville
M. Ll. Olds
Miss Jennie Stephenson Reported in Denver
Relatives have received word that Miss Jennie Stephenson, who is spending the winter in Denver Colorado, is in the city or area recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawfordsville
Jennie Stephenson
Denver
Colo
Factory Relief Reported By Pinkham User
A Poughkeepsie factory worker says Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound relieved back pain nervousness and other female troubles after an operation was recommended. She gained five pounds and calls the remedy the working girls friend. She urges others to seek advice from the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. in Lynn, Mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Lydia E. Pinkham
Tillie Plenzig
Jay St
Lydia BE
Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Mass
Washington Visitors and Local Arrivals Highlight Page
The item lists numerous Washington visitors and local arrivals including Miss Florence McCleary returning from Winfield, A. Howsare and others visiting Frank Maxwell’s home, and J. A. Hawthorne returning to Washington after a visit. Mrs. Charles Fishburn returns from New London and Mr. and Mrs. Rogers of Ainsworth attend the Buxbaum sale. Families Mrs. W. A. Harper and children visit in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogers
Ainsworth
Roland Reese
Columbus Junction
Buxbaum
W. A. Harper
Washington
T. W. Rickey
Not a Lucky Word Phrase Says Carlyle
A Carlyle quote warns that the word not a lucky term carries bad fortune for those who utter it often. The remark underscores the power of language and its negative vibes in daily speech.
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Carlyle
Thanksgiving Celebrity Masquerade Party Idea
A playful Thanksgiving party game mixes 25 well known figures by disguising photos with pasted bodies. Attendees guess the celebrities from masked cards while an optional biography prize adds incentive.
How to Remove a Ring
Instructions for freeing a tight ring using a darning needle and four strands of thread slipped under the ring. The method suggests soaking with soap, keeping threads taut, and pulling the ring over the knuckles along the strings.
How to Launder Colored Fabrics
Bright fabrics often run or fade when soap is rubbed on them. Keep bar soap in a small sack of thin material while washing to prevent color transfer and waste. Better suds result and no soap is wasted.
Sidewalk Sketches of Demosthenes the Lawyer
A satirical piece portrays Demosthenes as a tireless Grecian orator and unscrupulous lawyer. It humorously notes his overcoming flaws with self discipline, his dual representation in personal injury cases, and his sudden death blamed on low spirits and wood alcohol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demosthenes
de Masthenes
Chautauqua
Defending a Fadt and a Curious Nail Portrait
A witty exchange notes New York girls painting photographs of their gentlemen friends on their fingernails. One realizes it reflects a wish to keep a young man close and constantly in sight. The idea is presented as a humorous social observation.
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New York
The Secret Out in a Quiet Confrontation
A terse exchange reveals Timson has suspected a borrower has left town. A snappy remark ends with the borrower vowing never to borrow from Timson again, hinting at recent financial tension and a potential rift.
A Sure Sign of Married Status In Conversation
A humorous exchange notes that recognizing a married man can come from his listening habits rather than direct mention. The quip suggests social insight through behavior, with the punchline that Mr. Jones being a good listener signals his marriage to attentive audiences.
In Which Sense Maudie Dialogue Sparks Snub
Maudie and St Maud question reactions to a kiss in a tense exchange. Alice notes Jack kissed her but denies resentment while Maudie deflects and recalls a prior moment when Jack kissed Alice on the cheek and she held it against him briefly.
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Maudie
Alice
Jack
St. Maud
Factory Sausage Plant Spotlight In Heart of Business Section
A Native community feature highlights a sausage factory producing pure country sausage in a central business district. Residents discuss local jobs and the plant’s role in area commerce and culture.
Abolished pass system debated in corporate dividend issue
The dialogue questions the extent of abolishing the pass system noting one corporation has not ended it for their dividends. The exchange highlights differing practices between general policy and company specific rules.
Politeness as Fiction in Gentle Exchange
The exchange notes that much politeness circulating is fiction, while acknowledging some genuine politeness remains. The dialog highlights a playful critique of social conduct and manners.
Natural Prophecy Play Debut Seeks Laughs from Canine Audience
A humorous quip frames a theatrical idea about testing a play on a dog to measure its success. The remark plays on the notion of seeking an instinctive, raw reaction from an animal before appealing to humans.
Trouble Sparks Over Engraved Plum Cake Plan
A quarrel unfolds as the fianc é explains he took the plum cake to a jeweler to engrave his monogram, prompting questions about the lost dessert and the couple's intentions. The exchange highlights tension over custom details and shared domestic expectations.
Marriage License Issued to Kern and Kos Near Richmond
A marriage license was issued yesterday afternoon to Joseph J. Kern and Celesta M. Kos, both residents near Richmond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph J. Kernang
Celesta M. Kos
Richmond
Unnatural Feeling at Clubbman Shay Mia
In a lively dialogue Mrs. Clubbman accuses Clubbman of spilling an unnamed emotion as the speaker wonders what has entered her. The banter hints at a social scene with flirtatious tension and playful blame.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clubbman
Shay
M'mia
Mrs. Clubbman
W. A. Jeffrey Reports Fruit Buds Uninjured by Cold
W R Jeffrey, respected local fruit grower, tested buds on plum, cherry and apple trees and found no frost damage after a prolonged cold spell. He did not inspect peaches, which may have suffered, but cites dry air and low moisture as reasons buds stayed unfrozen. Local reports had claimed broader damage, yet Washington area trees appear largely spared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Jeffrey
Mr. Jeffrey
Emperor William Celebrations Mark His Fifty Third Birthday
Berlin observes the fifty third birthday of Emperor William with tributes from European rulers. Rumors of an engagement of Princess Victoria Louise to Grand Duke Adolph Frederick of Mecklenburg Schwerin circulate amid court preparations for next year's twenty fifth year of William's reign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Emperor William
Germany
Europe
House of Hohenzollern
Victoria Louise
Adolph Frederick of
Mecklenburg-Stpelitz
William
Infant Jonathan Zitek Expected to Play Piano by Two
Early at the Ivories James EK Zitek three months old has four teeth and is expected to be able to play the piano when two years old.
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James EK. Zitek
Chicago Evening Post
Wooden flooring gains in Italy replacing marble tiles and cement
Wood flooring use rises in Italy as marble tiling and cement demand decline. Oak, larch and pitch pine are mainly used while maple birch and beech remain scarce in the market.
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Italy
Chicago market summaries and grain reports of January 27 1912
Opening reports show slow market and dull prospects across cattle sheep and grain. Estimated receipts 25000 today with 36785 official yesterday and 6234 shipments, while grain prices for wheat corn and oats mix show small gains and declines under pressure.
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Chicago
Wood pulp shortage worries paper bag mills
A poem laments scarce wood pulp and rising costs. It notes mills will struggle to produce enough paper for ephemera and bags as the industry faces supply constraints and economic pressure.
Santa Claus and steam pipe riddle puzzle appears
A playful dialogue asks how Santa Claus could enter a house through a steam pipe. The exchange presents a curious, puzzle like question likely from a humorous column for children.
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Santa Claus
Surprisingly sharp talk on a prima donna’s contracts
A quoted exchange notes how a prima donna’s charming singing voice yields solid cash in contracts, with a wry line about her “liquid notes” turning into profits. The remark underscores the tension between artistry and business in the entertainment world.
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Men of America
Fox & Dewey
the County News
Brighton
Wellman
Merle
Nellie McConnel
Leota Huffman
Gath
Wood Harding
Walt
Vale
Hill
Laura Jones
Dickeybirds
Walt Mason
George Matthews Adams
Wyman
Williams
Winfield
Harmon
Samuel Turkington
Omaha
Neb
Swickard
Methodist Church
Mary Dunn
Dr. Hay
Hal Huston
Clyde Orbin
W. F. Orbin
Mrs. Grandstaff
Missouri
Potomac
Navy
Meyer
Will Logan
Frank Maxwell
Florence McCleary
A. Howsare
Frank Clossen
Frank Gault
Jno. Brown
Raymond
Alice Swickard
Hallie Riley
Jeanette Wooley
Ella DeLong
P. L. Huber
W. E. Walker
Rankin
Floyd Maxwell
J. A. Hawthorne
Charles Fishburn
Mrs. Carter
New London
BY Howard L. Rann
Timson
Mr. Jones
W. A. Jeffrey
Wwogs
Harry L. Kaga
CRU
Keister & Son
John A. Babcock Commission
U. &. Yards
Illinois
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