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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1906
Page
9
A Swiss correspondent describes a city council appointed pest collector to gather and fine owners for June bugs. Pupils can shake trees to aid collection, while an ancient village tale ends with a failed mass execution as bugs spread their wings and escaped.
London Spectator reports that cod kept near the surface at Amsterdam aquarium suffer extraordinary eye hypertrophy from strong light. The eyes grow rapidly in all individuals within months, rendering the fish blind as adaptation to light.
A London Chronicle excerpt portrays Sardinia as a violent region with peasant bands armed to protect themselves. It recalls a traveler’s 19th century description of residents wearing minimal clothing, living in perilous inland travel, and likening Sardinia to the Malays of the Mediterranean.
In the Himalayas a hunter explains that spiked dog collars deter leopards by defending the neck during a dog attack. He cites numerous dogs returning home safe despite blood and fur left on the spikes, illustrating the collar as crucial protection.
A hotel mix up ends with Lord Carrington blamed for a prank when a wife mistakenly places a mustard poultice on the elderly governor general. The couple and hotel staff face an uproar as the governor general rages, prompting departure the next day.
John Milne argues in National Review that irregular shifts in Earth's axis, causing a wandering pole and occasional sharp directional changes, may induce seismic strain. He notes large earthquakes coincide with rapid axis movement and calls for closer study of a shared underlying cause.
A discussion of horse coat colors in Derby history notes rare colors in winners and foal descriptions. It cites Stud Book records and anecdotes of misdescriptions from buyers and registries, including entries like gray, roan, chestnut, or bay, reflecting how foal color can differ from later coat appearance.
The spines are loosely attached and very sharp at the outer end. They pierce the skin of dogs or people with almost no pressure and remain embedded without any pull. Barbs on the outer portion cause the spine to work deeper as the animal moves, making it especially painful to remove.
In Varzin Bis marck laments the mixed pleasures and vexations of political life. He says his actions spared many wars and saved 80,000 lives, noting that without him three great wars would have occurred and numerous families would mourn.
United States Senator Melurin responds to Governor Vardaman critical remarks about his family. He calls Vardaman vain and insincere, accusing him of bias and motive and referencing early 19th century dates. The report also notes a freight wreck in New York Chicago line and price advances for pork products.
Chienga, a years old resident of Budapest and a veteran of the Spanish American War, and formerly a New York politician, W is arrested by Detective Sergeants Thompson and Parretly of the Central station on a charge of moving stolen jewelry valued at 500000 from the home of Mrs. Edward L. Walsh at 22 Spruce Street, Philadelphia.
An advertisement claims electric bitters cure serpent bite effects and liver disorders with testimonials from S. A. Brown of Bennettsville South Carolina. It states the medicine relieves dyspepsia malaria biliousness chills fever and bladder disorders and is sold with a guarantee by Stewart druggist at a stated price.
Mrs. Orten, wife of a man killed near Thommenville, is jailed as investigators pursue charges linked to a child’s death. Authorities allege the body of the eleventh infant was found in an old straw pile with a broken neck. The case, amid protests of innocence, faces possible new charges as it draws wide local attention.
A string of brief items reports George T. Bisphiati of Philadelphia dead in Newport, Rep DeArmond renominated in Missouri, John Rockefeller arriving in New York, Arnold Lawson’s marriage in New York, Sage fortune to be charitable, Du Petit Thouars casualty at sea, France to abolish the guillotine, possible Democratic vice presidential candidate John Mitchell, crop damage from rain in Wisconsin and Minnesota, Stop Law’s Sunday enforcement, Lenox College leadership, and Mrs Cam Stransaban Woodward named Wisconsin adviser to women.
A.S.M. Bruce of Farmville Virginia reports a twenty year struggle with chronic piles and malignant sores ended when Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured both conditions leaving no trace. The salve is recommended for old ulcers cuts burns and wounds and costs 25 cents at Stewart's Pharmacy.
Upton Sinclair of Princeton has been nominated by the Socialists of Mercer, Hunterdon, and Solereet counties for congressman from this district. Although not present, Sinclair consented to stand and is expected to canvass, with the district normally Republican.
In Arcola a boy known locally as the Atwood fat boy has died at age 11. He weighed 406 pounds with a 73 inch waist. His father weighs 145 pounds and both parents are described in the notice. Death caused by fatty degeneration of the heart.
In Chicago July 80, scores for multiple leagues are listed, with games across Philadelphia Boston New York and St. Louis, plus American and Association matchups. Weather note mentions St Louis rain and Sunday results from Kansas City to Minneapolis. The text closes with a historical note on Alexander the Great and a dated dispute over his era.
The line from an American Spectator quote frames a stance about payments and welcome status. It reflects a provocative commentary on fairness and financial contribution, misaligned with typical political language, and comments on social norms.
Summer months bring bowel disorders in children that require prompt attention at first sign of looseness. Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is recommended to quickly control unnatural bowel looseness in children and adults. Available at Cook and Sherman and Stewart's pharmacy.
The aphorism warns that dwelling on sin can amplify its appeal and temptation, suggesting restraint in attention to wrongdoing. It frames success as temptations avoided through disciplined focus and moral consideration.
A comrade from Elgin in the Grand Army encampment was stricken with cholera morbus and in critical condition. J. E. Houghand of Eldon says Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy saved his life. he recommends it for travelers and homes. Sold by Cook & Sherman and Stewart's Pharmacy.
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