12 Jul 1895
Page 1
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1895
Page
1
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A business statement discusses surpassing competitors and improving satisfaction. It mentions loaning money and maintaining a strong list of city property as added offerings. The tone is promotional and aims to reassure customers of financial support and inventory.
Sheriff Teeter arrests three or four men from Crawfordsville and Coppock on liquor with intent to sell charges. Among the accused is Dr Welch a lame man known in Washington. He claims innocence and seeks bail but bond goes to the colored singers dispute. Civic Federation meetings and temperance speeches follow with local notables speaking at Christian Chapel. Community events include a birthday party for Harris McGugin and busy town notices.
Henry Hull broke the state half mile wheel record with a time of 1 04.4. He also clocked a quarter mile in 30.4. Miller and McCartney finished in 32 flat.
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