29 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1896
Page
1
Local news recounts the death of William Arnold near Coppock after a falling tree pinned him. Coroner’s inquest pending as residents mourn the loss of a 45 year old husband and father.
The Iowa forecast calls for fair tonight with increasing clouds Thursday and nearly steady temperatures. A recap of George B. Williams in Much Ado About Nothing at the Academy Chapel praises his Shakespeare focus and engaging delivery. John Dillon is celebrated for lively, aging wit. Dillon performs with strong crowd appeal at The Graham opera house on February 5 with ticket prices from 25 to 50 cents, on sale Thursday morning.
Anamosa’s baseball club is organized for next season. A Danville area rabbit drive killed 1 025 rabbits in a match hunt. A West Liberty wolf hunt found no wolves. Barney Rissiel of Chariton was robbed by footpads. Peter Jackson, a Ft. Madison convict, attempted self harm after injuries from a prior shooting. Prohibition League meets in Des Moines Feb 3 at 7 30 p m with C T Cole issuing the call.
J. W. Babk issues a public invitation to men who seek superior tailoring. Readier service, custom fittings, and refined garments offered to discerning customers.
Geo Van Kleek reported the loss of a dark gray four year old stallion and a light gray seven year old mare, together weighing about 2,950 pounds. The pair were last seen heading east, with a single clue available. A reward is offered for information leading to the thief. Mr and Mrs Dutcher of St Paul visited local residents.
The Journal reports the wedding of Miss Nelle Dewey to Fred Howard Gaston at Mrs. J. G. Hise's home with about seventy guests. Rev. W. G. Thorne officiated as Mendelssohn’s wedding march played, reception for two hundred followed, and couple departed for Chicago and Ann Arbor after gifting and祝.
Tomorrow at 1p, tickets available now with large sale expected. Balcony seats 35c and dress circle 50c. About forty from Washington joined the B. & N. W. excursion to Burlington last night. Many attended Princess Bonnie, praised as one of today’s finest operas.
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