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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1912

Page

4

Baptist Brotherhood Banquet Highlights Unity and Growth

The fourth annual Baptist church Brotherhood banquet in this city featured Dr. John A. Barl of Des Moines College as speaker along with remarks by W. M. Keeley and J. W. Lemley. Guests enjoyed a hearty menu prepared by the church ladies as the evening emphasized unity, cooperation, and a strong call for broad Baptist growth in Iowa.

John A. Barl Des Moines Brotherhood of the Baptist Church Baptist Brotherhood of Five Baptists The Brotherhood J. W. Lemley Frank Sage Frank Creath D. J. Coon Caner Frank R. Sage W. M. Keeley Keeley Sion Christ Lemley Des Moines College Miller Bert Walter Universal Brotherhood Baptist Brothers and Sisters

Death of James H Massey former resident remembered by elders

James H Massey, about forty nine, a former resident of this city, died yesterday in Butte Montana. His body will be brought back for interment in the family lot where his father and mother and two brothers are buried. His sister Miss Mary Massey is the only surviving family member.

Frank L. Wilson Samuel Forman Mary Massey James H. Massey Massey Butte Mont

Missteps that turn fortunate often prove profitable

A reflection on how a rare mistake can yield gains but warns that relying on errors is not a sound plan. The piece emphasizes prudent judgment over accidental luck and cautions readers against purposeful missteps as a strategy.

Obituary of Robert A. Young 1836 1912 Crawfordsville pastor dies

Robert A. Young was born near Urbana Ohio in 1836 and died May 5 1912 at age 75 8 12. He moved to Henry county Iowa in 1845 and married Sarah Jane Moorehead on March 12 1862. Nine children survive him. He joined the Crawfordsville Presbyterian church at age fifteen and remained active in faith. At his funeral distant relatives included J W Young and Mrs Laura Fenton Mrs Ada Smith and Mrs Mary Nickolaus.

Robert A. Young Urbana Champaign County Ohio Henry County Iowa Sarah Jane Moorehead Presbyterian Church Crawfordsville J. W. Young Birmingham Laura Fenton Kansas Ada Smith Mary Nickolaus Mt Pleasant

Iowa Man Tells Of Strange Experience

John F. Fox of Council Bluffs details a remarkable recovery from six months of kidney and bladder trouble after using a Root Juice treatment. He reports rapid relief and urges others with backache or urinary issues to try the medicine at Lemmon's Pharmacy or any drug store.

John F. Fox Union Street Council Bluffs Fox Lemmon’s

New Kite Frame Eliminates Wobbly Flight Invented in Wisconsin

A Wisconsin inventor patents a circular sheet metal disk centerpiece for kite frames. Six equal length ribs pass through edge loops into sockets to create a balanced, rigid frame. The design ensures even flight and durability, usable with muslin or paper coverings.

Wisconsin

New York lad helps tired horse share last oats

A shivering boy on Church Street held a nose bag to feed a hungry horse. The horse jostled for the final oats while the lad, despite the cold wind, patted the animal and continued on his way whistling.

Church Street The New York Mail

Flags At Half Mast Symbolism In Public Deaths

The article explains half mast as a sign of respect for notable deaths, tracing the practice from military defeat to public life. It links lowered flags to honor for distinguished individuals and frames the space above as reserved for the ultimate conqueror, the Angel of Death.

Money Was Safe Penny Scent Bottle Clue

A fragmentary line hints at a scene where John See and James discuss a scent bottle and obtaining a penny, suggesting a minor mystery or clue in a domestic setting.

John James

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