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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1913

Page

4

Jowa Publishers Meet in Des Moines

Des Moines hosts the Iowa Associated Dailies annual meeting January 29. Newspaper editors and industry figures from across the state and beyond gather to discuss legislation and policies affecting newspapers. Attendees enjoy club hospitality, luncheons, a city tour, and a dinner hosted by the Greater Des Moines committee.

Des Moines Iowa Associated Dailies General Assembly Des Moines Club Greater Des Moines Committee Greater Des Moines

Seventeen Iowa Alumni Abroad in Foreign Mission Field

Seventeen former University of Iowa students are now serving in the foreign mission field. They pursue Christian work abroad in social, intellectual, and religious development, with roles in medical care teaching evangelistic and associated tasks. Assignments include Paraguay Brazil China Japan India Burma Angola Turkey and other locations.

Frank Senska Africa F. C. Smith Turkey Carrie McCrory Japan Iowa Iowa City University of Iowa Orient E. A. Brinton Asuncion Paraguay Harold Anderson Ponte Nova Ranch Bahia Brazil Ruth Paxon Szechuen Road Shanghai China Edith Ketchum Kmassin Gekko Nagasaki J. J. McConnell, Jr College Calcutta India H. W. Smith Mandalay Burma Libby Seymour Cammack Benguella Angola Howard ¢. Anderson College St Calcutta James M. Stotis Kekinebos Henry Stanley Hollenberg American Mission E. Larimer Honolulu H. 1 Charles K. Ruth Ronu Porto

Kansas Rep Asks Inaugural Seat Near Barber Shop

Representative George A. Neelly of Kansas urged the inaugural committee to place a constituent, E. F. Boxwell of Hoisington, in a seat with a view of President-elect Wilson’s oath on March 4. Boxwell vowed not to have hair trimmed until a Democrat took the oath, and Neelly sought a quick post ceremony barber visit.

Washington George A. Neelly Kansas Wilson Neelly E. F. Boxwell Hoisington United States Mr. Neeley

Mrs Mary Dalton Dies Enroute Home

Letts Iowa word of the death of Mrs Mary Dalton a former Seventy Six township resident was received from Atlanta Ga where she died during a Florida tour with her son Graton and daughter Rose. Heart disease is believed to be the cause though her condition had not seemed serious. She leaves five children Rose Michael Byrne Louis Graton and Leo plus one brother Michael Fitzpatrick. The body will arrive in Letts Thursday evening and funeral plans are not yet made.

Letts Mary Dalton Atlanta Florida Graton Dalton Rose Dalton Muscatine Dalton Miss Rose Michael Byrne Louis and Graton Leo Newcastle Ned Michael Fitzpatrick Leo Dalton Washington

Missionary Barrel Opened Last Night At U P Church

An entertainment at the First United Presbyterian church filled the Sabbath school room with a two act play about sending a barrel to a Wyoming home missionary. The comedy showed the barrel’s failed contents and the society’s decision to pack a new barrel with useful items. The cast included Dr. C. A. Bolce as Rev John Halloran and Mrs Bolce as Mrs Halloran with a capable youth ensemble.

First United Presbyterian Church Miss Green Wyoming Missionary Society C. A. Bolce John Halloran Bolce Halloran J. M. George L. D. Robinson Will Wilson Bert Pierce G. 8. Eckerman Nellie Tripp

Madame X dramatic success lights Graham stage tonight

The famous play Madame X comes to the Graham tonight after two years of success in Paris and long runs in New York and Chicago. Advance sales at McElhinney Drug Store are strong with scenic equipment and top pricing. Curtain at 8 15 pm, seating begins at rise. Tickets 25 and 50 cents 75 cents and 1 dollar boxes and loges 1 50.

Graham Mother Love Paris New York Chicago McElhinney Drug Estore

Mel Sheppard to Challenge Record at Knights of St. Antony Meet

New York January 29. Peerless Mel Sheppard aims to lower the distance record in the Suburban quarter mile event at the Forty-seventh Regiment Armory tonight. Top rivals include Tom Halpin, Ira Davenport, Ted Meredith, Ray Konsib, Komer Baker, and Billy Kramer as contenders push to prove the world’s premier quarter miler status.

New York Mel Sheppard Jim Rosenberger Knights of St. Antony Forty-seventh Regiment Tom Halpin Ira N. Davenport Ted Meredith Ray Konsib Komer Baker Harry Smith Billy Kramer

State Printer Rushes With Work in Legislature Month

Des Moines Iowa January 29 Robert Henderson state printer reports a heavy start to the legislative session. He has printed 160 house bills 100 senate bills five joint resolutions and the daily journal. He also produced letter paper and envelopes for 158 members with some requesting two sets of printing.

Des Moines Robert Henderson House Senate Henderson Daily Journal

McKinley's Birthday Observed in Pittsburgh Banquet

One of the largest McKinley day observances will be held tonight by the Young Men's Republican Tariff Club of Pittsburgh. Governor Herbert S. Hadley of Missouri will attend as guest of honor, with speakers Congressman Willis C. Hawley of Oregon Frank B. Willis of Ohio and Hampton Moore of Philadelphia at the Hotel Scheuley banquet.

Pittsburgh Young Men’s Republican Tariff Club Herbert S. Hadley Missouri Willis C. Hawley Oregon Frank B. Willis Ohio Hampton Moore Philadelphia Hotel Scheuley

Canton Remembers Martyred President McKinley

Canton Ohio observed the birthday of the martyred William McKinley with memorial services and the laying of flowers and wreaths at his tomb today.

Canton William McKinley United States

Kansas observes McKinley Birthday in state wide observance

Topeka reports Admission day celebrated across Kansas for the birthday of the late President William McKinley. Advices indicate Kansas Societies in large cities nationwide also mark the observance.

Topeka Kansas William McKinley

Connecticut Republicans Observe Day Dinner Speakers Named

William G. Harding of Ohio and Yale President Arthur T. Hadley will join Wesleyan President William A. Shanklin and Senators Frank A. Brandegee and George P. McLean as speakers at the annual Connecticut William McKinley Association dinner at the Taft Hotel in New Haven tonight.

New Haven Conn William G. Harding Ohio Arthur T. Hadley Yale William A. Shanklin Wesleyan Frank A. Brandegee George P. McLean Connecticut William McKinley Association Taft

WINTS FOR HOUSEKEEPERS

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound advertised as a non narcotic remedy to head off colds. It claims to heal inflamed air passages ease coughing and prevent big doctor bills. Advertisement copy notes yellow package and prompt use.

Foley

Dr Smith Preaches at Evening Service to Church Members

The Methodist church was nearly filled for the second in a series of two weeknight meetings led by Rev. A S Smith. The sermon, from What mean ye by these stones, urged that the church stands for clean citizenship reverence God redemption of the world and the soul and called for life to match Christian professions.

A. 5. Smith

State tax commission urged to unify property assessments

Des Moines officials press for immediate legislation to establish a state tax commission as assessors continue to misinterpret the law. Secretary Davison says language is clear and real value must prevail while county officials seek guidance on appraisal standards.

Des Moines Iowa A. H. Davison State Executive Council Executive Council

Purity Oats Co Locates in Davenport Iowa

Davenport Iowa January 20 final arrangements completed for the Purity Oats Company to employ 250 people as Davenport’s newest industrial venture The articles of incorporation were signed in Lane and Waterman offices and filed with the county recorder then sent to Des Moines for state filing At the same time negotiations closed with C A Ficke to purchase the oat meal mill in West Davenport and adjoining property

Davenport Iowa Davenport Purity Oats Company Greater West Davenport

Pedestrian Reassured by Dr Jill in Boston Transcript

A pedestrian is told to cheer up and stand on their feet within a month as Dr Jill promises recovery. A car was sold to cover a monumental bill reported by the Boston Transcript.

Dr. Jill

Fol ey Kidney Pills praised by Noblesville reader

W R K Fox of Noblesville Indiana says kidney pills cured his long kidney trouble after trying many remedies. He notes family members also saw similar benefits and urges taking the remedy at first sign of trouble.

W. RK. Fox Washington St Noblesville Ind Advt

John D. Tells Girls to Save Pennies

A fragment notes John D. urging girls to save pennies as a remedy for worries, in a casual report from the Houston Post with dialecty commentary.

Foley Kidney Pills Endorsement for Kidney and Bladder Ailments

Mrs. J. M. Findley of Lyons Georgia endorses Foley Kidney Pills as the best medicine for backache rheumatism weak or sore kidneys and bladder irregularities. She states the pills entirely helped her condition after use.

J. M. Findley Lyons

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