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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1905
Page
4
Rev Mr Edmunson of Knoxville preached at the Methodist church on yesterday morning and evening. He denounced the idea that Jesus was a product of his age and argued that Christ stood as the culmination of divine promise after four thousand years. The sermon drew praise from the congregation.
Three services were held at the Methodist church yesterday as revival meetings continue. Mr Barrett led the day’s sermons with broad attendance and significant interest, including an afternoon session for men on Forbidden Fruit.
Yesterday morning the Methodist church heard a sermon on What This Church Needs focusing on baptism of the Holy Ghost as a defining Christian experience. Evening discourse cited Remember Lot's Wife drawing contrasts with contemporary behavior and urged moral reflection.
The Citizens Improvement Party of the City of Washington will hold a ward caucus on Tuesday March 14 at 7 30 p m at the Armory to nominate councilmen. A general caucus will follow for nominating a Mayor Solicitor Treasurer and Park Commissioner all electors interested urged to attend. The Journal correction note concerns duck hunting champions Ray Simpson George Brown and Brown Clendening.
Henry Adam McMillan died at his home 603 South Avenue C at age 66 after a prolonged illness from diabetes. Born near Muncie Indiana November 1 1838 he moved to Iowa in 1840 and spent most of his life in Washington County and Eureka. He leaves seven children including T. McMillan Verdi and Mrs Eva Nicola Ottumwa with services set for tomorrow at 2 PM.
Saturday evening results show L. H. Wallace 100 against 112 for Dewey and I. M. Sproul 897 over Lloyd Neal 1000S with Neal and Sproul leading. Tonight features Rodman, Hull, Neal, Slocum, Knupp and Wilson in varied matchups.
Funeral services for the late 8. W. Pickett of Dubuque, son of Mrs. J. K. Pickett of this city, were conducted Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of Mrs. W. P. Paugh in Columbus Junction.
If you had to work as hard as Johnson the baker, you might get mad. But Johnson works to please the people and says he is succeeding.
A series of free cooking lessons for the ladies of the city starts tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Wilson Heating store old Schneider building. Mrs. M. C. Fisher of St Paul will teach bread dainties meats and salads in her engaging manner. No goods sold admission free.
A writer recalls Charles Wesley at school when a benefactor offered to name him heir. The boy declined a trip to Ireland, altering a path that linked to the future Earl of Mornington and Wellington. The piece links his choice to the fate of Methodism, Britain, and Napoleon’s Waterloo.
Two centuries ago a merchant with a Mediterranean cargo formed a contract with a friend to share risk. This early underwriting at Lloyds coffee house grew as more patrons joined, expanding risk sharing. The result is the great European maritime agency that writes and rates vessel risks worldwide.
For more than half a century the lace firm Messrs. Thomas Adams & Co. requires all workers to attend a short service each morning before starting work. The factory includes a chapel under the warehouse, an organ, and a choir made up of employees. A local clergyman leads the service, lasting about half an hour, with a sermon three times weekly.
A blind man and his spaniel lead him by a chain along Chestnut street attracting pedestrians. At a street crossing the dog barked to alert the man when the curb approached, guiding him to step down safely as onlookers watched in awe.
A playful exchange between a wife and husband in London Tit-Bits revolves around a Two pound loan and promises of grumbling about expenses. The lighthearted dialogue hints at domestic finances and humor rather than a serious incident.
In a courtroom exchange Mrs. Maguire and Mrs. Clancy debate a supposed planny player. The judge weighs whether Uncle Barney is indeed a planny mover in the matter.
Johnson must bake bread pies and cakes twice a day to meet the people’s demand. This schedule aims to ensure fresh loaves pastries and desserts are available throughout the day.
A quotation portrays Uncle Thomas contrasting dull and clever men. He argues that some less intelligent people succeed because they avoid constant talking and making enemies. The line reflects themes of restraint and social strategy.
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