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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1911
Page
8
Old Fashioned Picnic Draws Diverse Immigrant Presence
Des Moines IA centers on an Italian and Greek immigrant influx from Central and Eastern Europe. Observers note rapid growth of these groups with impact on city life and railroad labor, as foreign-language use spreads in public spaces and workplaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moines
Iowa
Des Moines
Central
New York
Nis
Liber
Thor
Ptaliana
Grecks
On to Africa Congress planned in St Levin
Plans for an On to Africa Congress to be held in St Levin on August 4, 1412, aim to relocate five million colored people from the United States to Africa. Isaac B. Atkinson leads efforts with an executive committee to liaise with English, French, and German refractioners for funds and early development of commerce and civilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Levin
Africa Congress
Atos
Isaac B. Atkinson
Compreenw
Hegroesa
Atkinson
United States
Africa
Mrewch
Reverimenta
Viant Fraets
Oklahoma
Perry Wall
Mi-o-na stomach tablets promise quick indigestion relief
A fifty cent box of Mi-o-na stomach tablets is advertised to cure indigestion and stomach distress in five minutes by stopping belching sourness heaviness heartburn and related symptoms. The ad claims a money back guarantee and offers free trial treatment from Booth's Mi-o-ma Buffalo N.Y.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lemmons Pharmaes
Booth
Buffalo
Noy
Fragmented notes on prisons and European reforms
The readable fragments describe overcrowded penal facilities with steel cages and dark corridors. References mention Pontian and Panephand continents, with vague notes on reforms and inspections across Europe and the Americas.
Proved Size Trends In Shoes Across The Nation
A July dispatch reports a convention delegate noting growing shoe sizes for both men and women nationwide. It cites shifts in footwear releases and consumer demand, with earlier small sizes rare today. The piece highlights changes in foot measurements over twenty years and predicts continued divergence by sex.
Old Fashioned Pieuste Event At Fairfield
Fairfield residents gather for an old fashioned event at Old Setters rock east of Fairfield. Col Wisecarver leads the Fairfield Cooking club with a full program starting at ten in the morning and lasting until dark. A long community table is planned and a county cake baked by Mrs Kritzler is hoped to be shown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Old Bush Lead Cooking Club
Jelloocon County
Old Setters Rock
Patrfield
Cot
Carver
G Jordan
Wisecarver
Kritzler
Disaffection Grows in Cuba Across Convention
A report from the Cuban scene notes ongoing disaffection as delegates convene in Havana for a three day session. The article references political tensions and public sentiment rising amid discussions of reform and government strategy.
Notice on Fire Safety and Vehicle Accidents in Glasgow
City officials warn residents to be careful with fires and auto accidents. The mayor urges owners to follow warnings and cooperate with inspectors to prevent incidents and ensure safety.
Dairy Equipment Short Course Held for Visiting Workers
A short course on modern dairy barn equipment is hosted in a tent on Van Wee Driges Street led by Prot Hinel Van Pelt of the State Agricultural College at Arie. The aim is to train traveling employees to communicate gently with dairy keepers during visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Page Property
van Wee Driges
Hinel van Pelt
State Agricultural College
Arie
Spirit Lake and Surrounding Areas Reach July Milestone
A fragmented notice references Spirit Lake and nearby Cedar Rapids, describing directions and events tied to state belt activities and local leaders. It mentions Propo and OnX, a weather context, and efforts by local figures to engage in community tasks amid shifting conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spirit Lake
Weston
Bowa Great Lake
Peary
Ehanmer
Maquoketa Report From Quinn River Crossing Strike
Reports from Quinn River Crossing note a rich strike of gold ore valued at about 26055 dollars with 14447 ounces of gold ore reported. Bakers and AM Phillipe stake a claim in Pine Forest within Rocky town area and have already shipped about half a ton of ore.
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Maquoketa
Daly
Quinn River
New
Baker
Phillipe
Maqueketa
Othe
Rock Island Railway Sued Over Wreck Deaths
Iowa City July 27 A damage suit has been filed against the Rock Island Railway by the administrator of Arthur J Hlarst estate of Silver Creek Nebraska who was killed in a wreck in Rock Island yards last winter The heirs of trader Marshall killed at the same time have also brought action seeking damages against the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
Rock Island Railway Company
Arthur J Tlarst
Silverreck
Fragmentary Reflection on Government Origins
A garbled excerpt quotes Hume on human nature and the social contract. It discusses necessity, virtue, and the establishment of stable society through governance, noting the roles of kings, parliaments, fleets, ministers, and ambassadors as parts of administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ifain
Hume
Holden Plans Extension Work For Farm Education
Des Moines reports Prof. Paul Holden, superintendent of agricultural extension at the state college, saying this season’s demand for popular farm education far exceeds department capacity. He notes heavy interest in short course work and experiment work while dismissing criticisms of his department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Paul Holden
The
State College
Holden
Women Wage Earners Cited For Labor Trends
Mrs Oliver H. P. Belmont argues in Physical Culture for August that many women enter unskilled labor due to lack of incentives and training. She notes young girls suffer in sweat shops and crowded rooms while earning less than a living wage as wealthy landowners profit from patternlike tilled soil and migratory workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver H. P. Belmont
Louden Machinery Runs Major Daily Short Course
Fairfield report on July 27 notes Louden Machinery Company hosting a large daily short course for traveling salesmen. This year emphasizes dairying instruction alongside factory training as the firm expands its manufacturing focus and annual sales staff education.
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Fairfield
Louden Machinery Company
Iown
Louden
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