Mackinac Cup Won By Idoyd KR in Yacht Race
The Mackinac Island Mackinac Cup trophy of the Chicago Mackinac yacht race was won by Idoyd KR aboard Stoere's Faw Vania.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1906
Page
4
The Mackinac Island Mackinac Cup trophy of the Chicago Mackinac yacht race was won by Idoyd KR aboard Stoere's Faw Vania.
A St John dispatch describes a new fog whistle on Partridge Island imitating a cow moose call. Moose wander into the city, attracted by the sound, with hunters awaiting the open season to reduce their numbers.
Antique brass and gilt cornices from colonial days are being restored to popularity. The New York Press notes inanimate decor items, once stored away, regain charm when displayed. The trend appeared last winter in a new hotel with understated upholstery and cornice covered curtains.
Local residents arrival and travel plans dominate the page. Pollok Wallace returns from Muscatine while Grace H1) resident Mrs. L. Beitel shops in town. Visitors include Victor Carr Jack Monahan S S Rose from Wellman and Ernest Atchison with Lizzie Dawson from Albia staying at A. J. Dawson home. Henry and Mrs Glick head from Davenport to Denver for a sightseeing visit. Will Bennett family tours Queen City Missouri to visit Mrs. Bennett's parents. The Helping Hand circle of the Second United Presbyterian church plans a park event in Sunset park tomorrow afternoon and evening.
Andrew Carnegie allocated 20 million dollars to pay annuities to college professors temporarily or permanently disqualified from work. Dr. G T W Patrick will receive 1500 dollars annually for three years, easing rest and financial worries for him and his wife.
Frank Clark a Burlington passenger conductor famed on the Burlington route between Burlington and Chicago died from injuries after a wreck near Superloaf Colorado. He was vacationing in Colorado when the incident occurred. Clark leaves a widow and three sons.
A Kalona blaze last night caused about 30 000 in damage with 20 000 insured. Fire started near Miller and Durst or A Fenstermaker and burned about two hours. Bucket brigades saved property including the Kirkpatrick estate. No wind helped containment. Local notices list residents traveling and events as the town braces for rebuilding.
An advertisement praises Electric Bitters as a universal remedy, claiming it restores health from dyspepsia and liver trouble to chronic ailments. It cites S. A. Brown of Bennettsville DC and notes cures for chills fever malaria biliousness lame back kidney and bladder disorders with a 50 cent guaranteed sale by Stewart druggist.
In the transfer of the Daily Gazette list to The Journal there is some confusion and some subscribers may be missed in delivery. Please report promptly if your paper has not been delivered so the office can correct the delivery in the future.
Ira W. Kelley of Mansfield Pennsylvania says two years of kidney and bladder trouble left him in poor health until Foley's Kidney Cure healed him. He urges others to try it and warns against substitutes, noting that druggists sell it.
A deposit of news reports a man connected to Ples Savings Bank died by his own action today after a shooting incident. Authorities have not released further details.
A brisk sales note promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a pleasant and effective remedy for constipation. The ad claims they awaken sluggish bowels, prevent appendicitis, and tone the system, priced at 25 cents at Stewart's pharmacy.
Card of thanks expresses gratitude from W L Strain for the kindness shown during his wife’s long illness and at her death. He notes the tender attentions were a great comfort to him and his wife.
An 82 year old Dublin Georgia woman praises Electric Bitters as a grand tonic that strengthens the weak and keeps aging at bay. The tonic, claimed to cure dyspepsia liver and kidney issues and constipation, is guaranteed by Stewart's Pharmacy at 50 cents. Miss Mary M. Crawford returns home to Ainsworth after visiting F M Crawford's residence.
An advertisement promotes Urine Laxative Fruit Sroup promising irritation free cleansing and bowel stimulation. Also notes a property sale offer for lots 5 and 6 in block 20 of Washington Iowa with a 30 day window and agent contact J. F. Henderson. Additionally a travel note mentions Miss Ela Dawson and William French visiting Crawfordsville to see Miss Nettie Strain and then proceeding to Keokuk.
A reliable medicine for bowel complaints that never fails even in severe cases. Sold by Cook & Sherman and Stewart's Pharmacy.
Nickel Plate Road offers summer tourist fares from Chicago to Canadian and New England points. Tickets go on sale August 8 and 22 with round trips priced at one fare plus 4.00 for 30 days or one fare plus 2.00 for 15 days. For sleeping car berth reservations and details contact John Y. Calahan General Agent at 107 Adams St. 2twaug 20.
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