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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1911
Page
3
Auto sparks efforts for a big motor meet during the state fair in September. Reports cover road work, highway routes from Beaufort to the Tennessee boundary, and plans for cross-state improvements and interstate highway connections.
A list of suggestive questions by Rev. Dr. Linscott for the International Newspaper Bible Study Club based on Isaiah 37 14 35 and 46 1 9 20. The material ponders Hezekiah prayer tactics divine response comfort and the fate of Jerusalem noting God’s protection and the theme of the Suffering Servant for the July 9 1911 lesson.
An advertisement touts S. S. S. as a pure blood remedy for all ages. It claims to cure rheumatism catarrh scars skin diseases malaria and other blood disorders using herbs and roots with no minerals. The Swift Specific Co of Atlanta markets it and offers free book and medical advice.
In a 1910 reader letter Lulu DPD. Fix of Raphine Virginia praises Parisian Sage as a powerful hair restorer. The ad asserts it stops hair loss and itching scalp within two weeks and offers a money back guarantee, with Lemimon's Pharmacy selling a large bottle for 50 cents.
An amateur gardener complains insects ruin radishes and salt as a remedy backfires as the insects feed on salted radishes. A Parisian will left $1000 to every married head of a family in his area with five living children born in the five years before his death.
Washington reports the delivery of Corrinn type airships to the Naval Academy, funded by a $98,000 contract signed by Assistant Secretary Winthrop. The craft mark the foundation of the United States aerial navy as developments in aeronautics advance.
A fragmented item discusses federal action on steel rods used in wire rope for mining and industry. It notes a move to discontinue protective duties while admitting foreign steel free, with references to dates and parties involved in the policy shift.
New York report notes Jane on Western Pacific construction costs covered by bonds issued Sept 1 1906 and charged to the construction account. It states earnings and operating expenses since line opening have been allocated to the construction account with traffic revenues credited there.
In San Francisco Jaume notes that state law requires railroad companies to publish a roster of individuals receiving free or reduced transportation rates. The railroad commissioners have informed officials they must comply with the new requirement.
Judge Job Henderson of Indianola will assume the new office of Commerce counsel in Des Moines. The role includes defending the people’s rights and may prosecute public utility corporations to compel them to furnish commodities at reasonable prices.
The new weights and measures law goes into effect tomorrow in Minnesota. It places duties on the state railroad commission and imposes strict rules requiring dealers to sell full weight and measure as represented, making Minnesota a leader in regulation.
New York figures show about 12 million dollars spent in double tracking during the fiscal year. It is projected the Union Pacific Southern Pacific system will be double tracked from Omaha to San Francisco within five years at a total cost of 76 million dollars.
A board of rear admirals convened to select naval officers for compulsory retirement under the personnel law. The elimination board led by Rear Admiral Richard Wainwright will retire officers and advance those retired under the act in grade.
The article notes a $1,000,000 increase in the company surplus and highlights the uniform success of Chamberlain's Col le Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, calling it a favorite and dependable. Lemmon's Pharmacy sells it.
Chicago hosts post office employees from across the nation for the National Mailers association convention. Most business will be conducted tomorrow and delegates will enjoy athletic contests prepared for entertainment.
Clark William former state superintendent of banks and state comptroller has accepted the presidency of the Windsor Trust company at a stockholder meeting in New York on June 30.
The Missouri and New Jersey, U S Navy cruisers recently remodelled, depart Boston tomorrow for Cape Cod maneuvers to be conducted during June and July under orders.
A journal seeks submissions for top results in the field. Editors invite researchers to submit methods and findings for publication. Applicants are urged to present clear data and robust analyses to enhance impact and visibility.
The advertisement extols women with health temper and complexion as products of correct living and good digestion. It claims Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets improve digestion and health and notes MH Kor sale by Lemmons Pharmacy.
Richmond June 30 The Virginia Railway and Power Company and the Norfolk Portsmouth Traction Company will merge tomorrow. The two outfits control traction light and power privileges in Richmond Norfolk Petersburg and adjacent territory. The merger is effected by the corporation led by Frank J Gould with 18 million dollars capitalization.
On murky nights new captains risk ice as ships cross the Atlantic. Whistles cue slowing speed and careful watching for echoes, a practice to avoid clever hidden ice mountains.
Kanawha & Michigan reports an initial 4 percent dividend paid today in New York. The firm has 9 million dollars of common stock controlled jointly by the Chesapeake, Ohio and Lake Shore & Mid Southern railroads.
In Atlantic City on June 30 the National Brotherhood of Potters opens its annual convention with more than 160 resolutions on internal affairs and working conditions to consider. Delegates from U S pottery centers attend. expected to take about ten days to finish business. Thomas J Duffey of East Liverpool Ohio is expected to be re elected president and Edward Menge re elected secretary and treasurer. Frank Plutchins of Trenton New Jersey is slated for re election as first vice president.
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