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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1910
Page
4
A survivor details a harrowing cross state journey across California. He describes exposure and hardship that led to a fatal outcome, recalling moments of danger and the toll on his fellow travelers. The account highlights survival instincts and the fragility of life on the road.
Long Island June 25 Zeppelin pioneer Captain Thomas Baldwin says a fleet of US built dirigibles could begin regular runs between New York and Chicago within three months if capital is found. He envisions a compact fifty horsepower airship carrying six passengers at thirty hours voyage time and winds up to thirty miles an hour, costing about 50000 much less than the Zeppelin craft.
Berkeley June 25 G Herbert Masters a young mining engineer and Borax lake expedition member described his terrible experience and nervous condition after the incident while Charles Stracher Davidson a graduate was involved.
A mining party of seven, crossing Borax Lake near Randsburg, faced extreme heat and a sulfurous water supply. Davidson died after collapse and exposure, while four others endured hours of torture before reaching help. They found a sulfur water well and buried Davidson in a rough pine box after returning by automobile.
George W Horton, injured Wednesday evening while returning from Waterloo in a recently purchased automobile, died at 4:30 yesterday. He had been expected to succumb to his injuries and relatives were notified.
A bedtime tale tells of Edith a small girl who dreams of visiting the stars. A sunlit afternoon balloon arrives and two fairies invite her to sail the sky visiting the moon green cheese lemonade Mars and star folk. The dream ends when her mother calls.
Summoned residents were taken to the Earl Lynes home in Plainfield after the accident, where they were received and informed of the event. The report notes immediate action by authorities and next steps for the investigation.
Des Moines Iowa June 25 Mrs Carrie Benjamin 30 wife of a few months attempted suicide after an argument with her husband over money. He left the house and she phoned her cousin saying she would drink carbolic acid. Physicians saved her life after a wild chase to reach the home.
A brief line notes that extreme heat may have influenced her mental state. No further details are provided about location, person, or event.
Stella Weber, a 14 year old from Muscatine, ran away after her father chastised her and was brought back by her mother at noon yesterday in Davenport. She had sought admission at a local orphans home, claimed to be an orphan from Wilton and had cut her hair and dressed in boys clothes.
F A Shiter, a Chicago traveler, reportedly under liquor influence, prepared to end his life in Clinton Louisiana area. Local authorities reported the incident as a suicide attempt with preliminary circumstances indicating intentional self harm.
A man arrested by police on Thursday afternoon expressed acute nervousness this morning. A letter in his pocket addressed to his wife stated I am dead and warned her not to reveal the suicide.
The prohibition party chautauqua will run six days from Tuesday June 28 in Good Park Des Moines. Tent meetings will occur daily with speakers including Frank S. Regan and Charles J. Hall. Charles H. Stanly of California will perform songs and poetry with the Menely quartet of Chicago providing music.
Mrs. Myles Jones wife of Attorney Jones was painfully burned Wednesday when she tried to fan the flame of her dying fire with kerosene. She is one of eight who narrowly escaped death by being flung over an embankment a few nights ago.
The last general meeting of the fortnightly club was held at Mrs. Harriet Wilsons home on East Main street. The group voted to donate fifteen dollars for a rug at the Rest room and heard a Bible department literary program with papers by Mrs. J.C. Boice Mrs. C. T. Smith and Miss Jennie Smith.
A June 1 Grand Junction wedding united Miss Mable Lee Crawford and Delos Cory in the Methodist church with a brief ceremony and plans to reside in Plateau City. The report notes a storm interruption at an on campus lawn gathering, thimble bee entertainments, and upcoming social visits by Mrs. Owen Wilson and Mrs. Will White.
The regular meeting of the Queen Esther circle is scheduled for Monday evening at the home of Miss Gladys Varner. The event will bring circle members together for its usual agenda.
A brief editorial note from Atchison Kansas Globe muses on aging, noting men lose identity with time and risk being defined by wives who manage boarders or cows, reflecting social labels rather than personal achievement.
County Auditor Chauncey Myers has received fourteen hundred hunters licenses for next year. Licenses expire July 1 and become effective from July 1, 1910 to July 1, 1911. No duplicates will be issued and all old licenses are canceled July 1. Applicants under eighteen are refused unless accompanied by parental consent. The fee remains one dollar.
H. M. Dodder seeks individuals to prepare signs and pictorial work for Fourth of July floats. Contact phone 292 to discuss assignments and payment details.
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