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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1912
Page
7
Des Moines reports a warmer week with 2 to 5 degree daily excess, heavy rains on April 28 delaying field work in southern counties, but widespread showers and warm rains spurring rapid vegetation. Spring grain and grasses show vigor, fruit trees bloom well, corn planting expected next week as stock ranges on good feed.
Seven year old daughter of John Madison north of Clarion dies twelve hours after being struck by a car driven by L F Greimer a Kanawha druggist returning from a drive. No blame placed on the driver. Father is a prominent farmer.
Des Moines workers in clerical office roles worry they may be drawn to Chicago if the Chicago freight handlers strike escalates. The piece depicts nerves among railroad clerks stenographers and officials as anticipation grows of potential cross state job duties with freight tracking in dreams and in reality.
Suffering women write of restored health after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Henry Leisberger reports relief after years of female complaints and hospital visits. Mrs G B Wahrington credits the remedy for ending her weakness and thanks the company for confidential advice from Lynn Massachusetts.
Mrs Charles Corette reports to Mrs James S Bell the death of her husband James Bell after a bull attack in an alfalfa field near Regina Canada. Bell died within minutes from a heart and chest injury and funeral services were held in Regina May 1. Bell was about seventy, a Reformed Presbyterian and noted for philanthropy.
The Knickerbocker Stock company staged a four act play by C Haddon Chambers titled A Man of the World before a large audience. The performance showcased brisk pacing and notable acting as the curtain rose on the new work.
A large crowd enjoyed the Knickerbockers stock company at Family theatre in Clinton with A Woman of Mystery. Eugene J. Murphy plays Captain Daniels and Miss Lynne Yoder stars as the woman of mystery delivering strong performances. The plot, reminiscent of Madame X, centers on love and honor as the captain must earn the consent of Edith’s father and the mother sacrifices to join a monastery before Captain Daniels wed. Performers receive strong applause signaling broad audience appeal. Tonight at Graham theatre.
The article notes Congress is expected to adjourn by June 10 as national politics focus on the year’s political climate. It reports Socialist delegates in Indianapolis predicting this will be their party’s best year, with Congressman Victor Berger of Wisconsin asserting their polling strength.
About eighty five officers with their families and 900 enlisted men of the First Infantry will sail on the transport Sheridan for Honolulu, Hawaii, today or tomorrow. The unit has been stationed at Vancouver, Washington, barracks for some time.
Iowa City May 7 The University of Iowa lays out the 1912 commencement program from June 7 to June 14. Events include regimental drill and review, theses readings, university band concert, baccalaureate by President Bow, class day, alumni reunions, breakfasts, and commencement address by President Finley of the College of the City of New York. The week ends with alumni dinner and ball.
A revival night featured a long winded brother whose repetitious sermon wore on attendees. The pastor spoke with earnest zeal and a stranger in the church was asked if he is Christian, replying he is but would not have been longer if the speaker hadn’t interrupted with urging remarks.
A brief Boston Transcript society quip cites Mrs Saphedde and Miss Cutting discussing social boredom and differing views on society.
A sale of household goods takes place Saturday afternoon at 2 30 on the Square. The listing is provided by J W Kayr and partner. The lot includes a variety of items suitable for immediate use. Proceeds go to a local household fund.
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