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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1907

Page

2

All Shot To Pieces He Is A Brave Editor

Ottumwa reports famed editor rescues child from mad cow by leaping in and grabbing the horns, saving 2 year old Fanchon Wilson as the cow attacked. Batavia sees editor T Lowther avert tragedy, neck torsion and death for animal as child crawls free. Albia notes Frank Stringfellow dies after fall from bridge during Fourth of July celebrations.

Batavia Iowa T. Lowther The Batavia Watchman Fanchon Wilson Albia Hocking Frank Stringfellow Oskaloosa Stringfellow

Iowa supreme court grants Blydenburgh new trial in 3rd wife poisoning case

E 8 Blydenburgh of Eldora, convicted of poisoning his third wife, Miss Jennie Rosenborough, has a new trial ordered by the Iowa supreme court. He previously faced charges connected to the death of his spouses after moving from Brooklyn, New York, and later offered a medical promotion for Dr Shoop’s Restorative in an inserted notice.

Des Moines Iowa Blydenburgh Iowa Supreme Court Eldora Jennie Rosenborough Brooklyn N. Y Wauseon, C Carrie Smith Brooklin

Inside Out Workbag With Utensils On Display

A novel workbag design places all contents on the outside for quick access. Brass rings along the rim hold ribbons that suspend cases for thread, spools, hooks and eyes, needles, and bodkins. Silk covers unify the set with matching colors.

Hay Box Cookery for Evening Meals

A homemaking tip shows how to prepare a hay box for simple meals by morning prep. A strong box lined with felt and filled with hay holds two or three fireproof dishes with tight lids, enabling warmth and minimal cooking after a long day.

Thank You on Receipted Bills

A letter discusses the polite custom of adding a thank you note after receipted bills. An old observer argues the form costs little effort and pleases the payee, noting a reader’s example where a signed bill included a courteous thank you. The writer concludes the gesture mirrors the courtesy of paying cash at purchase.

Plant care tips for castor bean and begonias

Draecenas decay if water lodges on the heart of the plant. If wash water on the leaves settles there, turn the plant over to remove it. The castor bean makes a quick hedge for the vegetable garden. Begonias provide a brilliant display and suit partly shaded places and porch decoration due to their tolerance of shade.

Advice for Young Mothers on Caring for Babies

Practical tips for mothers cover airing and drying perambulator cushions, warming a infant’s feet with a hot water bottle in cold weather, and starting a small weekly allowance to teach saving and generosity. Also advised: avoid strong tea for children, use milk and cocoa, gentle bedtime routines, nail care, and self feeding with a small spoon to minimize mess.

Baby

How to Clean and Iron Cotton Blouses Effectively

Instructions for washing delicate cotton blouses with dissolved soap and warm water to prevent fading. Rinse in cold water, revive colors with vinegar for red and pink, ammonia for mauves, and alum for blue. Use thin starch and cold water starch for cuffs, and explain careful ironing techniques with a sleeve board and reverse motion for gathers.

Household Hints for Cleaning and Maintenance

The article advises using silk thread for basting velvet to avoid pile damage. Strong salt water cleans and brightens matting. Clean paint with lukewarm water to protect varnish. Air and clean cellars thoroughly with charcoal to remove musty smells.

Right Time for a Warm Salt Bath at Bedtime

A warm salt bath using rock salt dissolved in warm water refreshes an exhausted body. Do not go outside after taking it. The best time is just before going to bed.

Grass dusting method for carpet cleaning makes dust cling

A home cleaning tip says sprinkling damp grass on a carpet after mowing will collect dust as you sweep. The approach claims to leave the carpet bright and clean by gathering particles with the grass.

Lemon Pudding Recipe Summary Card

A simple lemon pudding method instructs to beat an egg in a pudding basin, add a tablespoon of baking powder and three drops of lemon, cover with greased paper, steam for one hour, and serve with jam.

Wylie Weds Miss Alice McGee in Iowa City Ceremony

The Rev D W Wylie and Miss Alice McGee were married Wednesday morning at the bride's home in Iowa City. The Rev Dr Donaldson of Davenport officiated. The groom serves as pastor of the Presbyterian church and the bride is daughter of former Alderman F S McGee.

D. W. Wylie Iowa City Iowa Alice McGee Dr. Donaldson Davenport Presbyterian Church F.S. McGee

Bagdad Co. to Perform in City on 15th 16th and 17th

The advance agent for the Bagdad Company visited the city Wednesday and plans three evening shows and a matinee on the 15th 16th and 17th. The troupe travels with its own theater and will perform on Third Street after recent engagements in Iowa City and Muscatine.

the Beautiful Bagdad Co Third Street Iowa City Muscatine

Granary Ladder Accident Injures Local Worker

G. G. Vincent was hurt Thursday afternoon while painting a tall granary. He placed a farm wagon beside the ladder, causing it to topple and trap him, breaking several ribs. Dr. A. J. Droz treated him. recovery expected in weeks.

G. G. Vincent Gus Valquardsen Vincent A. J. Droz

Weather forecast for Iowa shows fair conditions with showers northeast

Special to The Evening Journal reports the forecast for Iowa today and tomorrow. Fair tonight except showers in the northeast portion, cooler tonight. Saturday expected to be fair.

Washington, D.C the Evening Journal Iowa

Washington County Chautauqua bids invited for grounds privileges

The grounds committee of the Washington County Chautauqua association will accept bids until July 15 for stand and dining tent privileges and hauling tents and equipment from cars to the grounds and back. For details contact Isaac McKenry W A Row or Frank Stewart. The committee may reject all bids. Otto Patterson visited his grandfather John Patterson who is very low in Almns worth after coming from West Chester.

Washington County Chautauqua Association Isaac McKenry W. A. Row Frank Stewart Otto Patterson West Chester Almnsworth John Patterson

Ice creams every day at Hays restaurant

Readable fragment notes ice creams served daily at Hays restaurant with unclear additional details.

Hays

Iowa Central Ry Announces U S N E A Fare to San Francisco

Under the National Educational Association event in Los Angeles Iowa Central Railway offers round trip tickets to San Francisco and Angeles from June 22 to July 5 with return by September 15 1907 at one fare. Travel can use one direct route for outbound and a different direct route for return with stopover privileges. Contact agents or A B Outts G P T A Minneapolis Minn.

National Educational Association Los Angeles Cal Iowa Central Ry San Francisco Angeles A. B. Outts Minneapolis Minn

Excursion to Twin Cities by Iowa Central Ky

The Iowa Central Ky announces a popular excursion to Minneapolis St Paul on Saturday July 20. Train departs Brightom at 9 19 pm arrives Minneapolis 6 52 am and St Paul 9 00 am Sunday. Return tickets valid on any train until No leaving St Paul 7 25 pm and Minneapolis 8 00 pm Tuesday July 23. Round trip price four dollars. Flyers available or contact agents for details.

Twin Cities Iowa Central Minneapolis-St. Paul Brightom Minneapolis St. Paul

Talk to Us About Any Proposition Privately

The note invites readers to discuss any proposition confidentially with the messenger, promising discretion if desired. It urges coming forward to discuss concerns or ideas.

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