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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1905

Page

4

Deaths Rise at Cotter Home From Heart Trouble

Six people passed away since Saturday evening including Llewellyn Owen aged 23 visiting the Roberts household. Owen, born in Wales, had been in the United States five years and died of valvular heart trouble at 4 50 PM Saturday. He leaves three brothers, two in Chicago and one in Cotter, with his father still in the old country. Funeral held at the home of Wm Owen in Cotter at ten this morning.

Llewellyn Owen Chicago Cotter M. Owen Old Country W. Roberts Wm. Owen

Death of Henry Sheets at Dutch Creek farm

Henry Sheets Sr. was found dead in a farm field in Dutch Creek township with no marks of violence. Doctors attributed apoplexy or heart failure. he was 58, nearly blind, and lived near Tyrone schoolhouse. He leaves a wife and several children.

Henry Sheets Dutch Creek Township Teeter Dutch Creek Sheets Tyrone Germany America

Death of Mrs. Susan Haines at Ainsworth Home

Mrs Susan Haines died at 11 PM last night at the home of her daughter Mrs Elizabeth Stickley in Ainsworth after months of declining health. Born September 10 1820 in Miami County Ohio she lived in Indiana Iowa and finally Iowa’s Ainsworth area since 1854. She married four times and had three daughters Margaret Lewis Marie Dawson and Elizabeth Stickley. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 10 AM at the Methodist church.

Ainsworth Elizabeth Stickley Susan Haines Indiana Silas Sparr Margaret Lewis Kansas City Marie Dawson Fowler Sparr Stephen R. Martin Mr. Martin John Haines Mr. Haines Iowa Washington

Death of Mrs. Laura Annis Gray on South Second Avenue

Mrs Laura Annis Gray a Stratford New York native born June 20 1826 died yesterday at ten in the Gray home on South Second Avenue after weeks of illness. She moved to Indiana as a child and married Joel Gray on December 1 1845 leaving three sons Oliver M and two others still living in the city.

Gray South Second Avenue Joel Gray Switzerland County Indiana Joe] Gray Oliver M

Mrs Gray Dies. Longtime Marion Township Resident Passed Away

Edgar of Waterloo and Henry of Colorado Springs were early settlers. Mrs Gray moved to the city in 1884 and her husband died January 20, 1892. She leaves a brother Madison Phillips in Illinois and sister Mrs Mary A Adams of East Enterprise Indiana. A lifelong Methodist, her funeral will be at her home tomorrow at 2 4 conducted by Rev J B Schreckengast with Elm Grove as burial site.

Edgar Waterloo Henry Colorado Springs Marion Township J. B. Schreckengast Elm Grove

Local clubs and social events mark Havre area gatherings

The Barrett Bible class meets at 7:45 in the M E church ladies parlor. Fortnightly club's musical and literary departments meet at Miss Cora Bell’s home and Mrs. W Allen hosts the literary group on East Washington. Ivy Moriarty completes a successful McCleland school term as seven schools posted perfect attendance. A 50-person picnic ends with gifts for Maude Crawford who marries John Peckham next week. Grace E Armstrong and Benjamin Nichols wed at the Armstrongs’ home with a small guest list. Royal Neighbors shift meeting to Mrs. Bessie Fritz’s 2:30 tomorrow afternoon.

W. ©. Allen East Washington Street Ivy Moriarty McCleland Alie Arthur Bjork Lottie Owen Anna Ray Hopengardner Haze Mabel Moriarty Pup A. L. Armstrong Havre Grace E Benjamin Nichols Justice A. 8. Folger

The County News People Go Accidents Births and Marriages

The County News reports local accidents deaths births and marriages with prompt updates from our news gatherers. This notice reflects community life and notable incidents affecting residents.

Ainsworth District Residents on Weekend Travel

J F R Leonard was a business visitor in Washington Saturday. Nellie Clegg left Friday to visit relatives at Winfield. Mrs. Margaret Lewis of Kansas City was called by illness and death of her mother Susan Haines. Mr. and Mrs. Sands and daughter returned to Washington Saturday after visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. H B Thompson and son Merle returned from Columbus Junction. Mrs. Caple and son Elmer, visiting F W Harding’s family, returned to Muscatine Saturday. Mrs. M J S Morrow and daughter Cora returned from Ottumwa and Hampton.

Margaret Lewis Kansas City Susan Haines J. N. Sands Washington H. B. Thompson Merle Columbus Junction H. B. Caple Elmer F. W. Harding Muscatine

Death of Rollie Edwards Dies After Lingering Illness

Rollie Edwards aged 19, son of Ab K. Edwards of south of the city, died at 4 o'clock this morning after a long illness with consumption. He was born July 4, 1886 in Washington county. Survived by father, two brothers Chas and Fred, and sister Mrs Elmer Girard. His mother died previously of consumption. Funeral tomorrow at 10 at the residence, Rev B K Coates officiating. Interment in Schrock cemetery near Eureka.

Rollie Edwards Ab K. Edwards Washington County Chas Fred Elmer Girard 8. K. Coates Schrock Cemetery Eureka

Oldest Washington county settler Jacob Lohrer Sr dies at 95

Jacob Lohrer Sr born April 8 1830 in Schtyver land passed away after months of infirmities. He immigrated to the United States at age 20 settling in New York and later moved to town thirty nine years ago. He married Sophia Zeigler in Cumberland Maryland in 1866. children Jake Henry Minnie and Mrs Dave Donovan and Eck survive with his widow. He served in Captain Wahies Third Independent Company Ohio from 1842 to 1865. Funeral from his West Madison street home Wednesday at 10 am conducted by Rev L D Young.

Washington County Jacob Lohrer Lohrer Mr. Lohrer Schtyverland New York Cumberland Sophia Zeigler Jake Henry Minnie Dave Donovan Eck Marion Lehrer W. G. Wahie Regulars Ohio

The Vienna Has the Stuff If Any One Should Ask You

A brief line notes that The Vienna possesses the required items should someone inquire, signaling readiness or availability of specified goods or materials.

Vienna

Figgins Family Reunion and Local Notes

A Figgins family reunion was hosted at the Amanda Figgins home in tribute to Mr. Ed Loomis of Kearney Nebraska. Dr. and Mrs. Chittum attended Riverside commencement exercises. Mrs. Sam Bailey was taken back to Mt. Pleasant hospital. Misses Harthorn and Vacha closed spring school terms with satisfaction. Mazie Palmer is sewing for Mrs. John Dawn. Frank Proby installed a new wind mill. Fay Reeves, once ill, is improving. Dr. and Mrs. Wells shared supper at Will Koening’s home. Mrs. David Benson is improving.

Figgins Amanda Figgins Ed Loomis Kearney Nebr Fay Reeves Wells Will Koening David Benson

Residents and Visitors Share News From Burlington Area

Mrs. Kate Grenther of Burlington visits her brother ER B Frankiis and friends. Will Ewing of Colorado Springs and Miss Cora Anderson of Washington stay with J G Maxwell family. Dr. Joe Hull and Remps Hampshire of Washington were guests at the Hull home. Mrs. Margaret Hunter fell yesterday, injuring head and back. Henderson and Mary McCay of Ohio honored at dinner by Fred Sipe. Senator Harper preached at M E church then left for Burlington. M T Maxwell and T E Maxwell return from Canada trip. Nina Wooley visits Cedar Falls with sister Jennie at school.

Will Ewing Colorado Springs Cora Anderson Washington J. G. Maxwell Joe Hull Remps Hampshire Senator Harper M. E Burlington M. I T. E. Maxwell Canada Nina Wooley Cedar Fals Jennie

Mrs. Sarah Kuhn I. Sigourney at Anamosa Penitentiary

Mrs. Sarah Kuhn lies seriously ill at Anamosa penitentiary with unknown cause. Her father Mr. Crane returned from her bedside Thursday morning after two weeks of illness. Speculation swirls on her guilt or innocence and whether she would confess if rational. Many supporters remain loyal despite doubts.

Sigourney, Ja Sarah Kuhn Anamosa Crane

Bread sale notice at Jolin on's

Seven loaves of fresh bread advertised at Jolin on's for 25 cents.

Jolinon’s

Knights Celebrate in Iowa City Gatherings Across State

Knights of Columbus from Davenport Des Moines Cedar Rapids and other Iowa cities met in Iowa City on Sunday June 4. A large class was initiated and addresses given. The degree work was led by a team from Des Moines under Attorney John B Sullivan district deputy. A banquet followed at the Berkley Imperial. W P Howen was toastmaster and speakers included M J Wade Rev Father Jacobsmeier John B Sullivan. Services were conducted at St Wenceslaus Church by Rev Father Morse with the Knights in attendance.

Iowa City Iowa Knights of Columbus Davenport Des Moines Cedar Rapids Les Moines John B. Sullivan Berkley W. P. Howen

Arnica Salve Promises Quick Healing for Sores and Eyes

It is no secret that for cuts burns fever sores sore eyes boils etc nothing is so effective as Bucklen's Arnica Salve. It cured a bad sore quickly and is a remedy for sore eyes, according to J. L. Gregory of Hope Texas. 25c at Stewart's Drug store.

Bucklen J. L. Gregory Hope Tex Stewart Grug

Cut Rate Homeseekers Excursion Leaves Milwaukee

Haines & Gorham offer a low fare trip to Lamar Pueblo Colorado Springs and Denver leaving Milwaukee depot at midnight Tuesday June 6. Tickets valid through October 31 in charge Geo A Watson of Lamar Colorado. Call or phone for details.

Haines & Gorham Lamar Pueblo Colorado Springs Denver Colorado Milwaukee Depot Geo. A. Watson Colo

Dining Stop in Vienna Sparks Quick Appetite Break

A casual reminder to pause in Vienna for a bite of something good. The note hints at a pleasant dining moment during travel.

The Vienna

Whitman College Exhibit at Exposition Showcases Relics

Whitman College in Washington stages a Lewis and Clark Exposition display of Marcus Whitman relics including the missionary’s overland winter journey tale, Father Els founder items, a tomahawk of Whitman’s death, saddlebags, and ancient weapons found near the college.

Whitman College Washington Marcus Whitman Oregon Father E Is Father Els Whitman

All kinds of cakes and cookies at Johnson's

Johnson's offers a wide assortment of cakes and cookies. The store advertises an array of sweet treats for shoppers seeking bakery staples and special dessert options.

Johnson's

Golden State Limited Train Revoked From Schedule

A Rock Island System order moved the Golden State Limited for June 4 but the prer was revoked at the request of the postmaster general. Local railroad men expect a major mail contract to influence keeping the train on schedule while company officials favor removal.

Rock Island System Golden State Limited Post Office Department

Hottest Day Yet Registered 91 Degrees

Yesterday marked the season’s high at 91 degrees on government thermometers. Saturday night followed with another very warm spell as residents felt the heat.

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