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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1905
Page
8
A fragment recalls Gladys mentioning Dick plans to marry the auburn haired woman. The speaker suggests his future bride will shape the family’s fortunes with a firm hand.
Uncle Allen Sparks laments Roger Williams’ tomb is missing and muses its likely location in Rhode Island. The narrator notes De Soto’s discovery of the Mississippi River and jokes about turning the Chicago River into the Mississippi. He orders water to be boiled before use and fishes for catfish while waiting.
A Philadelphia Press item quotes a woman admiring jewelry while noting the stones are small. Mr Phoxy adds a quip about earrings' size relative to ears, implying tasteful proportion.
A New York Sun report reflects a dramatic line about kidnapping children. The dialogue centers on mock threats and a tense exchange. The article frames the scene with caution and urban sentiment.
A judge notes that a young man may live on less after marriage than before, suggesting that practical financial adjustments are expected in married life.
An impassioned gathering in the east years ago featured calls of Hurrah for Ireland and a gruff Yankee confronting the crowd. The tense moment sparked attention as speakers pressed on amid interruptions and raised voices.
The passage depicts a heated exchange where one speaker shouts a triumphant chant for Hades while another, an Irishman, asserts loyalty to his own country. The dialogue underscores sectarian tension and regional bravado in a charged confrontation.
A Colorado man argues cruelty of killing bears is wrong while a Kansas man defends it as humane. The exchange frames a rural wildlife welfare dispute over bear management.
The narrator recalls Ajax declaring defiance toward creation and a four flasher persona. He measures the thunder’s lag at four miles, maintaining scorn and superb confidence despite the storm.
A lawyer advises a client about divorce saying she is free to remarry, while the client asks how long to wait. The exchange ends with the lawyer suggesting a period of propriety before any remarriage.
A biology teacher at the blackboard with a crayon addresses students I am showing you the principal points in which the anthropoid ape differs from man He tells pupils to watch closely for understanding
A lively verse from the Allanta Constitution notes good times arriving like a river ripple. It invites readers to welcome them with a cheerful chorus and a playful refrain.
Washington Star notes a quip about tariff knowledge and fear of discussion while Detroit Free Press recalls a guest banter about ice water amid a crowded banquet, with a bellboy remark on the crowded hotel hallways and stolen pitchers.
Mrs V A Leggett of Yum Yum Tennessee writes that Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieves rheumatic pain from head to foot and helps the sufferer sleep. The liniment provides lasting relief beyond a short cure and is sold by Stewart's Pharmacy Cook & Sherman.
Washington citizens vouch for a remarkable act by J A Ashby. He sprang into a street to calm a runaway team outside McElhinney drug store, halting the danger with swift, lone action amid cheers. The exact timing is unclear, but the event stands as a notable modern heroism report.
Miss Smeltzer leaves for Cone and J A Young for Davenport on business. Havre resident J A Hillhouse visits. many others depart for Iowa City Moline Muscatine and Morning Sun. A kindergarten group prepares for an upcoming entertainment. Len Trotter visits from Ainsworth after recovering from an injury.
The W. P. Hall Circus features a young, energetic cast across executive to backstage roles and among stars. It pays higher salaries to top performers and prioritizes specialization and quality over quantity, with Mr. Hall injecting new vigor into the show. Washington May 17. 68-21
Personal notices show Will Eichelberger visiting Hlaksins on business. George Frain of Titus attends in the city. J. W. Teeter drops by Crawfordsville for a business visit. Schreckengast of Keota visits Schrecken gast and Bailey homes. Mrs. C. B. Millar arrives from Muscatine to visit Rev. Robertson. Miss Mary Hughes and mother plan a Denver move this summer. Mr. McArthur returns home to Aledo Illinois after attending his sister in law Mrs Craven's funeral.
E Stearns of Belle Plaine Minnesota reports a friend injured hand swelling with blood poisoning. Bucklen s Arnica Salve drew out the poison and saved his life. Praised as best for burns and sores, 25 cents at J H Stewart s drug store.
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