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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1918

Page

6

Photographers Record Solar Eclipse at Matheson Colorado

Clippings from the Colorado Springs Gazette recount a large party of astronomers at Matheson Colorado last Saturday to observe and photograph the solar eclipse. Led by Drake University’s Professor Morehouse, the team faced cirrus and cumulus but achieved a near perfect total phase with visible corona and three prominences.

Colorado Sprigs Gazette Matheson Colorado P. EB. Whistler Illinois College Jacksonville Whister Stella Meek J. Co. Meek Troya A. Shawn Colorado Springs Drake Colorado Col- Joga Melrose Station Simla Jupiter Morehouse Drake University Chant Toronto Labrador Petit Washburn College Kenneth Hartley Western Association of Stellar Photography Professor Loud Whistler Illinois University Pikes Peak Calhan Beerving Whisler Miinois University Professor Whisler

Eclipsed Sun Observation By Athenian Astronomical Party

An atmospheric description follows the eclipse with lunar and planetary details. The narrative notes Jupiter, Algol, Beta Persei, and a dim Pleiades, plus a clouded Mercury. An astronomy team led by Prof. D W Morehouse of Drake University and associates from multiple colleges participates, listing names and affiliations.

Jupiter Albedaran Algol Beta Persel Pleiades Mercury Kansas

Henry Ford Accepts Democratic Endorsement for Senate

Henry Ford announced he would accept the Democratic endorsement for Michigan senator after urging from President Wilson. He said he would serve the president in duties of national readjustment and noted possible severance from his company if elected. Ford mentioned passing duties to his son if needed, citing precedent by Murray Crane.

Washington Henry Ford Michigan Wilson Ford Svery Tian Senate Murray Crane

Children's Day Observed at Soar School Soar

Soar School observes Chil dren's Day with two programs at 2:30 and 7:20 P M under Mrs Emma Black direction. Pastor Fran cis J Pusielie preaches at 11 A M and 12 M class meets. Rev J C Hendrick of Ottumwa preaches both services. the pastor aids Mitchell South Dakota educational jubilee. Regular services include Wednesday prayer meeting at 8:30.

Emma Black Francis J Pusielie Ainsworth Methodist News J. C. Hendrick Ottumwa Mitchell South Dakota

First United Presbyterian Service Schedule

The First United Presbyterian Church lists Sabbath activities with Rev. J M Wishart presiding. Sabbath school at 9 45 a m. public worship at 11 00 a m. Junior meeting at 4 00 p m. Christian Endeavor at 6 30 p m. Evening service at 7 30 p m.

First Unite Presbyterian Christian Endeavor J. M. Wishart

Sabbath Services at Second United Presbyterian

Sabbath school begins at 9 45 a m followed by morning worship at 11 a m Christian Endeavor at 7 p m and evening worship at 8 60 p m Pastor Rev Leslie Mountford preaches at both services.

Second United Presbyterian Christian Endeavor Leslie Mountford

Bible and worship schedule at local church

The schedule lists a Bible class at 10 00 a m morning worship at 11 00 a m Bible study at 6 30 p m and evening worship at 7 20 p m. Preaching in the morning and evening by Pastor Rev D J Manson.

D. J. Manson

Communion Observed Next Sabbath with Preparatory Services

Preparatory services are held Friday and Saturday at 2 00 pm with topics "A heart inventory" and "Jesus the light of the world" respectively. Sabbath worship at 10 30 am features "Christ's sacrifice" followed by communion, and 6 40 pm services at Y BSC U with "Matchless love" led by Rev W G Robb.

Jesus Light of the World Christ Bsc W. G. Robb

Bible School and Evening Services Announced

Morning Bible school starts at 9 45 with preaching and communion at 11. Evening services at 7 feature a youth meeting and an 8 o'clock service. A second lecture on the theme A Man and His Capital will be given. Rev G Lolin, Baton, pastor.

Rev. G. Lolin Baton

Methodist Episco church services and infant baptisms urged

Regular Sunday schedule listed with Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 11 and evening service at 8 p m The league meets at 7 with hymnal study led by Miss Mabel Morton The notice invites parents with infants to present them for baptism next Sunday morning and notes the hymnal study is proving interesting and instructive.

Mabel Morton

Dr Hand Colic Remedy for Infant Digestion Relief

An advertisement touts Dr Hand's Colic Remedy as a universal cure for baby colic by neutralizing acid, soothing the stomach, and expelling gas. It cites Dr Hand as a famed specialist, claims rapid relief, and prices the bottle at 25 cents at druggists.

Dr. Hand Advt

Don’t Let Catarrh Drag You into Consumption

Warning of catarrh progression to lung disease and consumption. Local sprays fail to cure. S. S. S. blood remedy targets germs in blood. Obtain a bottle from your druggist and start treatment. Medical advice available free from Medical Director Atlanta Ga.

Swift Laboratory Atlanta

Choir to Sing Oh Holy Father at Morning Worship

Rev J A Glendinning pastor announces a 7 o clock prompt start for morning worship with the choir performing Oh Holy Father and in the evening worship God so Loved the World from Stainer's Crucifixion conducted by musical director C B E King.

Father J. A. Glendinning C. B E. King

Christian Science Chapel Sunday Service Notice

Christian Science Chapel at Corner Iown Ave and Jefferson St invites worshipers to morning services Sundays at 11 a m with the subject God the Preserver and the golden text Psalm 56 16 As for me I will call upon God and he shall save me A Wednesday evening service at 7 30 p m is also planned You are invited to attend these services.

Christian Science Chapel Iown Ave Jefferson St God the Preserver

Bethel LadiesAid Tea at Mrs McKinstry Home

On June 13 Bethel Ladies Aid held their monthly ten cent tea at Mrs Chas McKinstry home. A good number of ladies attended with music from a player piano. Refreshments of ice cream strawberries and cake were served by the hostess and aides. Guests left late praising Mrs McKinstry as a royal entertainer.

Bethel Ladies’ Aid Society Chas, McKinstry Howard Cecil Hotle Sam Henry Will Hotle McKinstry

Apt to Come Embargo on poetry Cited by Courier Journal

A Louisville Courier Journal quip notes anticipation of a formal embargo on poetry with lines about white paper stacked high, reflecting a moment of literary censorship rhetoric. The brief item frames bureaucratic delay as a notable cultural event and mentions an imminent action.

Louisville Courier-Journal

Revolt Led by Generals Targets Soviet Government

A counter revolutionary plot in Russia, backed by elements opposed to the soviets, was alleged to be led by General Savinkov and General Dovgueri. The plan aimed to sever central Russia from the Urals to starve the government, with new registration orders and gun license renewals enforced under heavy penalties.

Moscow

Men and Needles Brighten with Work

A compact aphorism notes that some men resemble rusty needles and improve through labor. The quip appears to be from Youth's Companion.

Wilson Urges Senate to Pass Woman Suffrage Amendment

President Wilson expressed hope that the Senate would pass the woman suffrage amendment during this session in reply to a memorial from the French Union for Woman Suffrage. He said he hopes the Senate will give an unmistakable answer by approving the federal amendment before adjournment.

Gays Senate Washington Wilson Congress French Union For Woman Suffrage Senate of United States

Gibson Girl model linked to Joybana Howland report

Louisville Courter Journal notes a dramatic writer claims Joybana Howland inspired the Gibson girl archetype. It asserts Solomon had 700 wives, contrasting with the many original Gibson girls referenced in the piece.

Joybana Howland Solomon Louisville Courter-Journal

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