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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1908

Page

4

Local residents travel and visit for weddings

Mrs Stella Cooper and children were passengers for Keota yesterday morning. Mr and Mrs T W Rickey returned home to Crawfordsville Monday evening after a city visit. Claire Foote of Estherville arrived from Burlington to visit the Albersons. Mr and Mrs Ferrees and Mrs Feanderlinden and daughter Hanna came from Pella to attend the Barr Tollenaar wedding.

T. W. Rickey Crawfordsville Claire Foote Estherville Iowa Burlington A. N. Alberson Ferrees Feanderlinden Hanna Pella Barr-Tollenaar

Death of Mrs Dewey at 84 After Pneumonia

Mrs Lucinda Dewey 84 a respected resident died at her North Marion Avenue home from pneumonia after a brief illness. Born Lucinda Miller August 6 1824 in Congress Wayne County Ohio she married Ralph Dewey in 1847 and moved to Clay township in 1849. Survived by children Charles Arthur Dewey S B Dewey R P Dewey Lettie Mohr and others. funeral 2 pm Friday at the residence with Rev L D Young officiating Elm Grove Cemetery. Funeral attendance noted by relatives including S B Dewey en route from Hot Springs Ark and local friends. The Journal extends congratulations on recent marriages and social events.

Lucinda Dewey North Marion Avenue Dewey Lucinda Miller Ohio Congress Wayne County Stephen Lydia Lamb Miller W. F. Walker Albia Iowa Harriett Miller Blakesburg Charles Miller Long Island Kan Shalersville Portage County Ralph Dewey Clay Township Brighton Charles Arthur Dewey Shelbina R. P. Dewey Lettie Mohr Fairfield Charles, Perry Molir Ed H. Simon Burlington B. Dewey Hot Springs Ark L. D. Young Elm Grove Cemetery

Davenport Hosts 8 E Iowa Teachers Association Meeting

The 8 E Iowa Teachers Association meets in Davenport on April 2 3 and 4 with Washington teachers on the program. Supt KR B Crone of Davenport presides and delivers Thursday evening address in the Davenport High School auditorium. The prepared program promotes Davenport’s advantages and a large attendance is expected.

8. E. Iowa Davenport Washington KR. B. Crone

Central College Glee Club to Perform in New Haven

The Central College Glee Club of Pella Iowa will present an entertainment at New Haven Baptist Church on Saturday evening March 21. Everyone is invited and J QO Caner will provide a piano accompaniment for the program.

Central College Glee Club Pella Iowa New Haven Baptist Church J. QO Caner

Delta Theta entertain at Miss Norton home on North avenue B

Delta Theta sisters were entertained Monday evening at Miss Lillian Norton’s residence on North avenue B. S W Neal regaled the group with stories from his trip abroad during the first part of the evening. Later the guests enjoyed a catfish Juncheon.

The Delta Theta's Lillian Norton North Avenue B. S

Reverend Nathaniel Childs Speaks to Fairfield Men

The Rev. Nathaniel Childs of United Presbyterian Fairfield addressed the men at First church in Washington on Monday evening under the Men's League auspices. He spoke for about fifty minutes on "Men Called to Action" using history and personal experience to engage the audience.

Nathaniel Childs United Presbyterian Church Fairfield Men's League of the First Churess L. D. Robinson Childs

Funeral of Ed Nicholson Draws Large Local Turnout

The funeral for Ed Nicholson was held yesterday at 2 PM from the residence. Rev. A S Smith led the service with assistance from Rev. L D Young and the M E choir. Knights of Pythias and Modern Woodmen attended in body. Floral offerings were abundant. Pallbearers were Charles Hebner John McCall Clifford Thorne John Davidson Perry Davidson and John Little. Interment followed at Elm Grove Cemetery.

Ed Nicholeson A.S. Smith L. D. Young M. E. Choir Knights of Pythias Modern Woodmen Dee Charles Hebner John McCall Clifford Thorne John Davidson Perry Davidson John Little Elm Grove Cemetery

Corning Man Chas Irwin Dies by Self Destruction

Mrs. John Dewees received word that her brother Chas Irwin of Corning Iowa died last night by shooting himself. Despondency over ill health is believed to be the cause. Mr and Mrs Dewees plan to leave tonight for Corning to attend the funeral.

John Dewees Chas, Irwin Corning Iowa

Wade Welch Plans Summer Move to Paris Missouri

Wade Welch left yesterday morning for Paris Missouri where he expects to settle for the coming summer and establish his home there.

Wade Welch Paris

Allen Couple Visit Spin City

Mr and Mrs A F Allen of Wayland were in the city yesterday with Mr Allen returning home in the evening and Mrs Allen staying to visit her daughter Mrs Carl Hedg

Mrs. A. 5. Allen Wayland City Mr. Allen

Republican Convention Endorses Taft and Allison in Des Moines

The Iowa Republican state convention endorsed Taft for president and re elected William B. Allison for another senate term. C. G. Saunders of Council Bluffs was named permanent chairman and delegates named included Joe Lane Davenport George J. Perkins Frank Simmons and Lafayette Young. A rival Des Moines county Standput delegation was seated by a vote of 683 to 500.

Des Moines Taft Allison

Masonic Lodge Meeting March 1 2nd Degree Work

Washington lodge No 26 calls a meeting Wednesday evening March 1 9 for third degree work with notable county members as candidates and all members invited to observe There will be refreshments at one meeting and attendees should arrive early John H Steck W M

Washington Lodge No al Lie Fraters John H. Steck W. M

Women Relief Corps Social and Thimble Bee

The Woman's Relief Corps members and friends meet at Mrs. D. J. Ficheberger’s home on North Iowa Avenue Friday at 2 30 for a ten cent social and thimble bee. George H. Vaul left yesterday for Corpus Christi Texas on his regular fortnightly excursion.

Woman's Relief Corps D. J. Ficheberger Iowa Avenue George H. Vaul Corpus Christi Texas

Reverend Vanney Assists Baptist Church This Week

The Rev. Mr. Vanney of Centerville arrived last evening and will help conduct services at the Baptist church throughout the week.

Vanney Centerville The Baptist Church

Miss Genevieve Hulse Returns Home to Keota

Miss Genevieve Hulse returned to her home at Keota yesterday morning after a brief visit with her friend Miss Grace Hunter.

Genevieve Hulse Keota Grace Hunter

Chamberlain's Pain Balm Praised By 84-Year-Old Justice Of The Peace

B. F. P. Crocker, age 84 and long time justice of the peace at Martinsburg Iowa, reports severe sciatic rheumatism in his left arm and right hip eased after using three bottles. He declares the Balm gave him significant relief and helped his sleep and rest. Sold by Cook and Sherman.

Chamberlain B. FP. Crocker Justice of the Peace Martinsburg Iowa Cook & Sherman

Oscar Brock Noted as West Chester Morning Passenger

Oscar Brock was a business passenger riding in West Chester this morning, with local officials noting his travel as part of routine commuter movement through the town.

Oscar Brock West Chester

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Wall Parer Cook & Sherman's S. W. Cor. Square McCartney Crail Stella Cooper MELLO J. G. Smith Knupp Muscatine C. H. Dittmer John W. Tollenaar Faye L. Barr DeWitt Marie Dittmer CC. H. Dittmer Henry Tollenaar Peter van Rees W. M. Vanderlinden Johanna Flora Barr Edna Swinder Pauline Kalahs Alexander George Barr Teachers’ Association VX Society Mem. J. B. Crooks First Church Ed Nicholson Fale Iere Lowell Royal Brussells Axminster Royal Wilton Axminsters J. B. Crail Washington, Iowa the Evening Journal Publican State Convention Senate C. G. Saunders Council Del Egates Joe Lane George J. Perkins, Frank Simmons and Lafayette Young Vere Davis Dr. Arthard Winfield and Olds Margaret Corette Monmouth A. L. Graham Columbus Junction Maud Campbell Everette Campbell J. P. Dayton Elizabeth Schroeder Foley Lemmon's Pharmacy Masonic Fraternity W. Rbc L. A. Foss W. Corner Square Don Hawkins Mgr H.F. Steck
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