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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1904
Page
3
A British Honduran inventor patents a simple looped wire device to fasten the hen’s leg. The loop blocks bending of the leg when the bird attempts to sit, preventing incubation while not hindering roaming for food. The device aims to deter sitting by creating a yawning gap at the nest.
A narrative describes a character of strong drive who seeks a hospitable nest, abandons the search, and relinquishes her dream of motherhood. The passage emphasizes the theme of choice and unfulfilled aspired family life.
The article urges proper molt management for show poultry. It notes fanciers provide special care during molt, while farm birds with ample range often cope with natural food sources. It warns against negative talk that depresses farm prospects and stresses abundant insects and grasses support feather and flesh growth.
The column notes Mahara's Operatic Minstrels performing tonight at 8:15. It lists a series of travelers and local movers including Frank Sage in Brighton and Miss Florence Parrish bound for Winfield, with other locals and visitors like W N Derby of Verdi and J A Guest aiding the Stewart Hardware Company in the city.
A endorsement letter states Mr J R Weaver from Washington will call soon to tune pianos. The author fully recommends Weaver and expresses satisfaction in securing such a skilled tuner to continue trusted work.
The Baptist church Missionary Society invites all ladies to a Japanese tea at 2 PM Friday at Mrs. Ira Bowman's home. The event aims to raise funds and welcomes attendees.
The family of Mrs. M. L. Bobbitt of Bargerton Tenn reports physicians and remedies failed against consumption until Dr King's New Discovery brought relief. The first bottle relieved her, and continued use cured her. Guaranteed bottles 5c and 1.00 Trial bottles free at Stewart's Drug Store.
The Fortnightly Club plans a meeting next Saturday at 2 30 P M with Mrs C Cunningham. The notice lists the event details and hostess in the club social calendar.
An old advertisement claims Dr King's New Life Pills reduce stomach and liver troubles and even cure them. The promotion notes the pills cost 25 cents and are sold at Stewart's Drug Store.
Bakery ad notes all items from the baker's line will be offered at Johnson's tomorrow. No other details provided.
The Sabbath School at Franklin Center reorganized and elected George Gilbert as superintendent and Edith Helm as secretary.
Mrs Darrow of Letts departed yesterday morning on the Ffretly to return home after a short visit at the home of Milt Dicken where she had been staying for a few days.
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