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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1911
Page
4
A new Rock Island time card takes effect next Sunday May 14 affecting Washington riders. West bound Firefly No 49 arrives at 5 45 pm and stays twenty minutes to 6 05 pm, aiding supper stops. East bound Firefly No 50 leaves at 10 00 pm instead of 10 05 pm. branch trains unchanged pending no card.
An ad touts ZEMO a skin beautifier and treatment for eczema pimples and other skin diseases. It also promotes ZEMO SOAP as a top antiseptic toilet and bath soap sold by druggists and in Washington by Mcklhinney Drug.
Harvard is the favorite in a May dual track meet against Pavorite in New Haven Connecticut. The Blue and Crinnon squad clash with analysts predicting a win for Harvard in tomorrow's competition.
The notice advertises Hyomel as a guaranteed asthma cure with a money back offer. It recounts a user from Conneaut Ohio who claims dramatic relief after two bottles and promotes the inhaler kit priced at one dollar with extra bottles available for fifty cents.
Berlin reports a plan to appoint women police officers to investigate baby forming scandals. An initial 30 women will be stationed with broad inspection powers and authority to enter dwellings where child mistreatment is suspected, with expansion to 100 if successful.
Washington reports Mothers Day will be observed today in public schools nationwide with services in churches on Sunday. Communities emphasize honoring mothers and recognizing their contributions.
Spokane Weel May 12 athletes from eastern Washington and felaho will compete in an intercollegiate meet at Washington State College today and tomorrow.
May 12 in Morridian Mississippi saw a large field day hosted by local schools drawing many visitors and showcasing student activities and community spirit.
May 13 Vienna reports more than twenty cars ready for the Alpine tour event tomorrow. Early entries include several makes as drivers prepare for the 50 mile route through mountain passes.
Memphis residents report that several thousand children are participating in the annual field day exercises on the Tri-State Park grounds in Memphis Tennessee.
Reported dispatch indicates a meeting of garment workers in Philadelphia May 12 to challenge the general executive board of the United Garment Workers. The insurgents plan to press reforms as the convention opens locally with discussions on tailors’ grievances.
In New York on May 12 a noon gathering at the New theatre marked an historic moment as a general progress themed event drew attendees and attention to civic advancement.
Los Angeles reports Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey arrives today as a guest of Princeton University for a brief stay with plans to visit campus and meet faculty and students during his tour.
A Louisville meet opens with diverse events as hopes rise for local athletes. Officials expect a wide slate of races and field events, with competition heating up as athletes prepare for upcoming prizes and recognition.
In Sorfotkh Virginia on May 12 the Red Men hold a night review of members in the order. The gathering features a parade and ceremonial proceedings honoring several high officers.
Sinnev N and W are favored to challenge Jack Dururny Burns protege in a crossfire of the heavyweight clash set for tomorrow. The bout pits two top contenders with night proving grounds at stake.
Springfield notes show Musi lovers from New England arriving May 1 for the annual May Music Festival attracting crowds and local excitement in the city. The event highlights regional acts and a weekend of concerts.
Sioux Falls hosts the Dakota State Luther league opening today for its fourteenth annual convention set to continue through Sunday with sessions and activities across the weekend.
In New York on May 17 the famous comedian known as an on time clown marks his seventh decade with fans and friends joining in celebratory events.
Washington on May 12 honored Nam Royall a renowned editor and writer by dedicating a memorial at Congressional cemetery over his grave.
In Richmond Virginia on May 12 the Confederate Memorial Literary society wheeled a tablet marking the house where Geo be B. Stuart died. The event honors the Confederate leaders and local history observed by the group.
May 12. Club women of the New Jersey State Allocation convened a five day meeting here today. The event gathers local leaders for discussions and activities related to the organization’s aims.
London May 12 the Festival of Empire opened with an imperial concert and spectacle attended by the King and Queen marking the formal start of the event at Crystal Palace.
Atlantic City May 12 The New Jersey Bankers association began a two day discussion of important financial topics with a focus on bankers’ concerns and industry developments.
New Line to Portugal in New York inaugurates service with the Madonna sailing to Lisbon. The event marks a new steamship link from New Line to Portugal, with May 12 noted as the saving day for the maiden voyage.
A publication promotes a program promising regular payments to contributors for samples and trial content. It urges readers to join now and start earning as submissions are accepted.
Washington county and nearby residents traveled to a regional convention. Some stayed home this afternoon while others arrived yesterday. Several people from the city joined the event and weather allowed drives to West Chester. Individuals on morning trains continued to Hoyhan and nearby stops as churches held services and a closing gathering was planned by Dr Monteonery of the Presbyterian church.
A local notice urges using Bitters to fight fever chills aches and malaria like symptoms in the bayous and swamps. It claims three bottles cured a resident of Lucuma, NC and promotes Letion's Pharmacy as the place to buy the remedy.
A strange note explains an orange peel placed on a hot stove acts as a deodorizer. If the stove is sufficiently hot it will burn like celluloid, but if not hot enough a match touched to the pooled safflor changes the outcome.
A reflective line asserts that a man should always be able to render reason for the faith within him, attributed to Sydney Smith. The statement emphasizes personal faith and rational justification.
An ad-style note promoting a range of summer footwear with different lasts shapes and leathers. It claims the shoes conform to style comfort and service and invites customers to choose the pair that fits their needs.
After forty years of experience, Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is extolled as the best remedy for boils sores cuts bruises sprains swellings fever sores and piles. Available for 5e at Lemansion’s Pharmacy.
Local chatter centers on Simpkins and his wife amid talk of his pursuit of aviation. Residents note speculation about personal influence on his career path and life choices.
The quotation emphasizes that great truths are portions of the soul of man, and great souls are portions of eternity, reflecting a transcendental view expressed by Lowell.
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