Delightful Afternoon At Home In Washington Social Event
An afternoon reception hosted by Mrs Win Smouse Mrs Leonard Smouse and daughters Jessie Edith and Ethel Smouse drew a large local gathering. Guests enjoyed formal receiving rooms decorated with ferns palms and carnations and were seated in dining rooms with lavish flower arrangements. About 150 invitations were issued with few regrets, marking a standout social occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Win Smouse
Leonard Smouse
Jessie
Edith
Ethel Smouse
Washington
Smouse
Parson College Team Trip Billing Sparks Controversy
Late last evening T Burrell Vogt received a telegram from Parson College's manager stating they would be here today. They demanded guaranteed expenses citing fear of Washington and recounted a prior incident at Fairfield where manager Chas Richey allegedly billed inflated fare. The JOURNAL notes the prior dispute involved fare plus one third and accuses Richey of improper conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Burrell Vogt
Parson College
Ile
Journal
Richey
Mr. Smock
The
James Paul funeral held at family residence
James Paul, an Irish born man who settled in Pennsylvania then Washington county, died at over eighty. He married twice, with his latter wife by his side, and left eleven children. A long-time member of the First United Presbyterian Church, he was well regarded by friends and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Paul
Ireland
Pennsylvania
Washington County
First United Presbyterian Church
Hearing for Special Young Hemphill in Miss Petterson Murder
Special hearing set for May 19 in Centerville on the Miss Petterson case. Wim Simpson testified he recognized Bray Hemphill as the dinner companion seen near the livery barn and observed him put a revolver into his pocket before the shooting. Bargain Day announced at A. E. Berry's on Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centerville
Young Hemphill
Wim. Bray
Ftemphill
Simpson
Cheney Firm Promises 100 Dollar Payoff for Cured Catarrh
Frank J. Cheney of K. J. Cheney & Co. swears his Toledo firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh cured by Tall’s Catarrh Cure. The notice, sworn December 6 1886, touts internal action on blood and mucous surfaces and urges testimonials. Captain Landers reports Iowa census results show Davenport and Dubuque surpassing Sioux City. Washington ranks 33rd with 436 gain to 4071. Mt Pleasant 3920. Fairfield 4026. Iowa cities mostly gain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
K. J. Cheney & Co
Tall
A. D
Hall
I. J, Cheney & CO
O. Ke
Captain Landers
Iowa State Census Bureau
Iowa
Sioux City
Davenport
Dubuque
Washington
Mt. Pleasant
Fairfield
Keokuk
Rainfall Report Figures Narrow Across Evening to Morning
Last night to morning, a light rainfall total of .55 inches was recorded. The modest accumulation occurred across the area, with weather observers noting the brief shower pattern and gradual drying by dawn.
Frost Fears Return As Citizens Brace For Night
One year ago on the ninth or tenth a light frost occurred and some locals fear a repeat tonight, though hopes remain it will not happen this time.
Rock Island depot liquor seizure and local notices
Sheriff Teeter seized two jugs of liquor with a search warrant at the Rock Island depot directed to bogus names. If no claim is filed it will be condemned. Various local items follow including weather impacted picnics, social events, a temperance rally planned May 22, a meteor sighting, bank report, and notes on delinquent subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teeter
Rock Island
Dubuque
Loughridge
Col. Bell
I. F. Samson
West Chester
Montgomery
Weather Forecast For Iowa Twists Between Showers And Frost
Special to The Journal reports Iowa weather: thunder showers this afternoon and in extreme east portions tonight, elsewhere fair and fair Friday with probable light frost in the extreme west portion of the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Tim
Justice Rogers Begins Civil Case Over Windmill Debt
Justice Rogers presides over a civil suit in which McClean sues James Stevenson for 65 dollars over a windmill debt. Several witnesses are subpoe naed and the hearing is expected to fill much of the day. The article notes Wm. Wilson Jr. was elected Grand Receiver of the A. O. U. W. lodge in Cedar Rapids yesterday, praising his tireless work for the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Rogers
McClean
James Stevenson
Cedar Rapids
Wm. Wilson, Jr
A. O. U. W. Lodge
U.S
Engraved Visiting Card Samples for City Ladies
The Journal offers fine engraved cards for ladies in the city. See samples of work done for other ladies. Prices are advertised as very low.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Journal
Fred Annas Wins License to Wed Viola McGee Today
Fred Annas was granted a license to wed Viola May McGee today. The wedding is planned for this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Annas
Viola May McGee
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mercer & Chilcote
Henriettas
Serges
Albatros
Henriettas de Almes
Melrose Crepes
Waskington
LE Smith
Umtree
Glasgow & Lytle
North Side
Fred Anderson
Washington Illuminating CO
J. C. McCartney & Son’s
Washington Society
Hlome
Win
J. C. McCartney & Son's
A. E. Berry
Geo. Hayes
George Hayes
A. Wailerson
Notary Public
Frost
True
Kellogg and Hebener
McBeth
Pension Board
Herman Orth
Virginia
Lease
Graham
PD. J. Norton, Jr
Tom Dempsey
Rev. Logue
Washington National Bank
Santa Claus
Chadwick
Alex. King & Co
Amsterdam
Jeper Ht
You 2&E
J Lere
Justice Court
J.C. McCartney & Son
lderWear
Peoples Store
North Side Shoe Store
L. W. Pentecost
Wm. Blair & Son
E. 6
Garris & GO
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!