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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1911

Page

5

Anniversary Service Highlights Historic Second United Church

A special celebration marked the twentieth anniversary of the Second United Presbyterian Church building dedication. The program featured choir numbers, talks on former houses of worship, and reflections on building the new church. Evening sermons addressed excuses for not joining the church and the need for active youth involvement. Services continue nightly at 7:30 and afternoon sessions at 2:30 through next Sunday.

Second United Presbyterian Church R.P. Lewis West Washington Street Sunset Park

The Westchester Revival Under Rev Griffith

Last Friday night Rev Griffith spoke on The Greatest Question of the Age and urged each person to decide for Jesus. Sabbath morning titled Heavenly Registration, three came forward to confess Christ. Afternoon preached to children with twelve accepting the Savior. Evening a large crowd heard The Unpardonable Sin and many souls sought salvation this week. More services planned with A Friend at the Door and Why Confess Christ.

Griffith Pilate Jesus Christ

Sermon on the Young Man at the Methodist Church

Rev. A. Smith spoke on the youth’s duties and temptations at the MM FE Church service. He warned parents to guard boys as they face many temptations, noting the village needs young men and God’s protection through their guidance.

Christ Washington A. Smith Jerusalem Nehemiah Mr. Smith

Rexall Orderlies Promoted as Safe Constipation Remedy

An ad touts Rexall Orderlies as a non habit forming constipation treatment that avoids harsh laxatives. It claims no griping or nausea, suitable for all ages, with two package sizes priced at 10 and 25 cents and offered exclusively at The Rexall Store Cook and Sherman at the southwest corner of the square.

Rexall Orderlies Rexall Cook & Sherman, S. W. Cor. Square

They Honor Bobby Burns at Clinton Event

A local ceremony in Clinton paid tribute to Bobby Burns while addressing concerns over a mysterious eye trouble attributed to foreign influence entering the country. Officials urged calm amid fears and urged vigilance.

Burns Anniversary Draws 1500 Scots to Ida Grove

The Bobby Burns society of Ida county hosted the 152nd Robert Burns celebration in Ida Grove with about 1,500 Scots and friends from Sioux City and nearby towns. The program ran from 7:30 p.m. Friday to 6:30 a.m. with Judge Ferris of Sioux City giving the principal address. The event featured a concert banquet and dancing, with the best Scotch dancers in the west, continuing into daylight.

Ida Grove Iowa Robert Burns Bobby Burns Society Ida County Sioux City Judge Ferris America

Trachoma Fears Rise in Clinton Iowa Trade

Foreigners with trachoma have arrived in Clinton and threaten spread despite precautions. Post office money handling is disinfected with formaldehyde, with funds from foreigners treated as tainted to prevent contagion.

Clinton Iowa Europe United States Clinton Post Office

Largest catfish pulled from Iowa river weighs 176 pounds

In Oakland Mills Iowa on January 30 a 176 pound catfish was hauled from a deep hole at the dam site. The massive fish bore scars in its mouth and had several old hooks embedded. Locals believe it may be the legendary catfish famed in nearby fisher tales.

Oakland Mills Iowa

City Employes Ride Passes in Iowa City Scandal

A News report says about forty city workers used street car passes worth five dollars per month each, totaling around two hundred dollars, in violation of state anti pass law and Des Moines city government plans. Records indicate clerks janitors and park and cemetery custodians received free passes and the council will investigate.

Des Madines Iowa the News Des Moines

Social and anniversary gatherings across town

Mrs Edwin Knupp hosts Presbyterian ladies at her South Iowa avenue home for a church social. Mr and Mrs Pulaski Maxwell and Mr and Mrs Ralph Keller entertained a six oclock dinner at East Main street home with Rev and Mrs Smith Rev and Mrs Stryker J H Sawtell of Burlington and Nynde Stryker present. Mrs D F Sayre celebrated her parents 31st wedding anniversary with a dinner and music. About forty five friends attended last Thursday at T J Harvey home five miles northeast of town with parlor games and a contest won by Beth Wilson and Clarence Dodds. Guests traveled from Ainsworth and Southwest of Washington.

Edwin Knupp W. Dd. Shearer Claude Lemmon The Presbyterian Church Knupp Iowa Avenue Pulaski Maxwell Ralph Keller Maxwell East Main Street U. Sg. Smith W. R. Stryker J. H. Sawtell Burlington Diory M E Nynde Stryker Kirksville D. F. Sayre Abe Neen Blosson Ralph Williams Charles Edwards Fred Sayre Hazel Margaret Brown Mable Crawford T. J. Harvey Beth Wilson Clarence Dodds Letha Glassburner Ruth Nola Harvey Joe Swift Harvey Waggoner Irwin Galloway Grace and Ethel Stone Ainsworth Roy Willets Washington

Fortnightly Current Events Meet January 3 Minnie Conner

The Fortnightly Current Events department will meet Tuesday evening January 3 with Miss Minnie Conner. Also Washington Lodge No 26 calls a meeting Tuesday January 31 1911 for third degree work. Zeredatha Council Royal and Select Masters meeting is postponed until further notice.

Minnie Conner Masonic Fraternity Washington Lodge J. EK. Kunath M. V5tz Zeredatha Council Royal Chas. A. Dewey

Foley Kidney Pills Tonic in Action and Quick Results

Mary C Abbott of Wolfeboro New Hampshire reports relief from rheumatism caused by uric acid buildup after three days taking Foley Kidney Pills. She says kidney work improved, allowing her to walk again with pain gone. Sold by Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co.

Foley Mary C. Abbott Wolfeboro N. H Lemmon McElhinney Drug Co

Tellin Sells Studio on East Side to Dusenberry

W L Dusenberry took possession today of the photograph gallery on the east side of the square owned by Frank D Tellin. The deal closed late last week with Tellin receiving property at Kewanee Illinois in exchange for the studio. Tellin will stay on for a few months to handle photography while Dusenberry continues in real estate. Tellin has operated here about a year and built a large business.

W. L. Dusenberry Frank D. Tellin Mr. Tellin Kewanee, II Mr. Dusenbery Mr. Dusenberry

Van Brussel Sues Mt. Pleasant Canning for 3000 Damages

Henry Van Brussel Jr files in district court against Mt. Pleasant Canning alleging negligence at the August 25 incident at the factory. He says a rope failed while he repaired the husk elevator carrier causing serious facial injuries from a 35 to 40 foot fall.

Mt. Pleasant Down Henry van Brussel, Jr

Meritol Cough Remedy Praised By Lemmon’s Pharmacy

A Timely Suggestion notes the cough remedy Meritol Cough Remedy as a seasonable, safe, non opioid option. Lemmon's Pharmacy, a member of the American Drug and Press Association, endorses it.

Meritol Lemmon's Pharmacy American Drug and Press Association

Money to Lend for Farm Loans Offered

A brief notice states I have arrangements to lend on farms in sums from 3000 to 7000 dollars and invite interested parties to contact me soon, signed AB Anderson.

Tf AB Anderson

Journal want ad offer to sell for you

A newspaper notice promises a complete selling service through a journal want ad. It outlines how sellers can reach buyers via classified placement, aiming to streamline sales with integrated assistance and exposure.

Meat market for rent with ice house in Iowa

Meat market for rent with living rooms and fixtures all set. Includes nearly 200 tons of ice stored in the ice house. Listed by J. W. Day ton at 616 West Chester, Iowa.

J. DW Dayton West Chester Iowa

Also Mentioned on This Page

Evening Journal Orville, Elder Washington, No. 6 Mutual Sum Ffmah Washington, D. C Hay Baling A. G. Hopkins John Morrison W. A. Whiting Hotel Colenso Man Cal Atchison Bros. Shoe Store American Pearl Button Co Nate Jones G. F. Foster Plymouth Rock Henry EB Amert American Theater Journal Office Frank Rogers Second Church D. J. Palmer Eva Livingston Mc Kee N. H. Brown J. R. Logue Doctor Campbell A. L. Davidson First Church Mr. Wylie Covenanter J. T. Matthews Don Sherman Sherman Smith Westchester MM. FE. Church Methodist Church Bobby Robbet Burns Atalea Iksociefy Citizens Savings Bank OF Washington Capital Mr. Gordon J. C. Canfield Prop C. RL & Prr Tita Island S. Lim G. S. Lim H. W. Russel Tellin Sells Studio East Side So’'wesat Lim FE -Emgr Cis Chicago Moise Milwaukee Moise So'west Lim BOG Oekccceenes Towa Central By Brighton St. Paul Minneapolis St. Louis Kansas City Mason City Mail Sun Twin Cities Lim Peoria Express Peoria Lim Pullman Tor A. J. Morris B. Cutts Minn Ren Farmers & Merchants State Bank Wilson & Wilson Co J. Wilson Co C. Wilson Lawyers Opposite Journal Office Washington, Iowa Charles A. Dewey Notary Public Office Temple Building Eicher & Livingston Law Abstract Department J. J. Kellogg South Side Square W. M. Keeley E. J. Harmeier Butterfield & Frame Special Collection Department Crail’s E. D. Morrison P. J. Hanley D. F. Macon Macon Towa Austin Sutherland DR. W. M. Terry Ray H. Dean Cook Sherman's D. Dayton West Chester and Washington Co
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