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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1900
Page
4
A fragmentary ad asserts Harvey and Warfel offer a full bakery line with cheaper options. It touts catering to the public with daily meals and lunch, inviting patrons to dine in. The note claims a strong reputation and better service.
The General Passenger Department of the Iowa Central releases a pamphlet titled Clear Lake, Indiana and the Oaks. It blends charm and practicality with descriptions of Clear Lake as a summer resort, the Oaks hotel, bathing and sailing, and includes engravings. It promotes travel guidance and how to reach the destination.
Two serious incidents occurred near Ainsworth last evening. Grover Bean, 16, was thrown from a wagon load of oats after a runaway, with possible fatal internal injuries. O Fullerton narrowly escaped severe injury when his hand was pulled into a pulley during hay loading, resulting in torn and mashed fingers.
Last evening a Wellman lodge visit to Washington R. of P. featured second degree work and a post meeting banquet. The Second United Presbyterian young people plan a 6 15 pm special meeting tomorrow at the Normal auditorium with a praise service and invited attendees.
The State Board of Agriculture faces shortages for the upcoming State Fair as exhibitor demand outstrips current buildings. A new stock barn may be erected, with tents for exhibitors, while midways and amusements expand under stricter controls. Dates set for August 24 with Des Moines Day, Soldier Day, and rallies, plus improved amphitheater seating and extended viewing without extra charge for afternoon stock shows.
Miss Agnes Boyd, who has been attending Normal at Wapello, returned home this morning. Mrs Shrader of your city, who had been staying here while Mr Shrader worked on the EB W White residence, also returned home this morning.
A Silver Gate Contest will be held Thursday evening August 2 at 8 o clock at Pilotburg M E Church. Proceeds go to the church. Seven contestants come from Wellman Daytonville Kalona Lone Tree and Lexington. Two prizes will be awarded by three judges. Music by the Pilotburg band. Admission 10 and 20 cents. By order of Com J A Y Ashby.
Week’s Break-Up-A-Cold Tablets offered at 25 cents with refund if no cure. Stewart’s Pharmacy advertises the product. Amos Rankin and family from Bloomington Ill are Burlington visitors for the day. Miss Alma Brindley hosted twelve young ladies for Miss Robinson of Council Bluffs with refreshments and a pleasant evening.
The Illinois Coal Operators Association issues a prospectus proposing settlement of mine disputes through a commission chosen by operators and Mine Workers Union representatives. Arbitration only if talks fail, aiming to avoid strikes. Herman Justi named commissioner to investigate complaints and push peaceful solutions.
John Miller proprietor of the Alix hotel at 231 Becher street plans to wed Miss Josephine Prell of Terre Haute on August 11 in Milwaukee. The romance began last October when Miss Prell and others sent letters to a Cincinnati paper prompting Miller to reply. After exchanging photos they met in Milwaukee and the engagement was announced during a visit by Miss Prell.
Seven room house for rent three and a half blocks from the square. Mrs W N Hoop advertises a permanent position earning $60 monthly plus expenses. Experience unnecessary. For particulars write Clark & Co., 4th and Locust sts., Philadelphia, Pa.
A fragment suggests a sales pitch urging readers to seek lower prices than ever named again. It emphasizes choosing among options now due to shrinking future price points and limited availability.
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