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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
6
A tale recounts a hemp string saved from fire by Tommy and his sister who play cat's cradle. They later mend toys for a sick country child, and the string returns to the original cottage, coiled in the window as the boy recovers.
Instructions describe creating a toy telephone from two small tins, a length of cord, and burnt matches. A hole is punched in each can, cord threaded through, and matches tied at ends. Resin rubbed on the cord improves sound transmission so one end can hear a spoken voice at the other end.
In a playful room Ana Mana Moon Mike recite a rhythmic counting game. The verse shifts through mixed syllables and names including Barcelona Barcelona Ike Hare ware frow frack as a farewell shout ends the chant.
A playful exploration of number patterns around figure 9. The article notes curious results such as multiplying by zero yielding totals whose digits sum to zero and a recurring arithmetic sequence when adding zero between digits. It questions why these digit sums reproduce the starting figure and why the observed regular sequences appear in multiple examples.
A speaker warns youths against loud talking, noting that a calm ordinary voice carries 460 feet and a gentle, wind-assisted voice reaches 15,000 feet. The piece urges speaking in a gentle tone as a sign of good breeding.
The passage explains that wind does not lower actual temperature, but air movement makes you feel colder by removing heat from your body. It suggests comparing two thermometers placed in wind and shelter to show they read the same, while human sensation differs with exposure.
In Parliament John Brownlee calls for measures to stop Christian Scientists from practicing healing. Home Secretary Gladstone hints at possible law changes as the manslaughter trial of Adcock, tied to Major White’s death, unfolds.
City ownership ticket appears defeated with possible wins for two election commissioners and three of sixteen aldermen. Republicans take one election commissioner three supervisors and seven aldermen while Democrats secure six aldermen.
The German consul general reports to the German colonial office that Morengo, leader of the rebellion in German Southwest Africa, and several of his warriors were captured in British territory and taken to Uppington, Cape Colony, by Cape Town police.
The forecast calls for showers and thunderstorms and cooler conditions with brisk southerly winds. Indiana and Wisconsin Iowa expect showers and storms with cooler air and strong southerly winds.
The note lists grain prices for winter and spring wheat, corn and oats by sample with varying No. grades and terms. It also covers Chicago hog cattle and sheep quotations with estimated receipts and price ranges. East Buffalo reports show cattle, hogs, sheep, lambs, and calves market activity with steadier or stronger trends.
Washington report notes Taft’s push to pass the Philippines tariff bill with a possible free trade compromise. Oregon’s June election draws little attention as incumbents aren’t seeking renomination, and Gearin’s senate seat remains uncertain. The piece mixes Congressional maneuvering with remarks on La Follette and La Follette’s stance on amendments amid a broader battle over veterans’ retired officers, while Tillman and McLaurin play out procedural bluffing.
Travel offer from Chicago to Boston and return at one fare plus $1.00, valid May 1 to June 9 with extended return until July 15. Applies to Nickel Plate Road and excursions via New York City. John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago office. 2th-juney.
Popular excursion from 84.00 origin St Paul Minneapolis to be taken on Saturday May 19. Return included. See flyers or call agents for details. May 19
G W Fouts River ton postmaster recounts a raid that nearly ended his life and left him robbed of comfort. He credits Electric Bitters with curing a chronic liver complaint that caused severe jaundice and stained nails yellow. The tonic is sold by J H Stewarts drug store for 50 cents.
Nickel Plate Road advertising a low fare to New Haven Conn. from Chicago direct or via New York City. Travel dates June 2 3 4 with extended return limit until June 30. Inquiries to Room 298 113 Adams St Chicago.
Advertisement claims deaths from appendicitis decline as use of Dr. King s New Life Pills increases. It promises quick painless relief from constipation, strengthened vigor, and guarantees by J. H. Stewart, Druggist. 25c. Try them.
Cheap round trip fare 419.00 plus 1.00 from Chicago May 31 to June 9 with return extension option to July 15. Optional 24.00 via New York City all rail or 23.00 via New York City and steamer both ways. stopovers at Niagara Falls and Chautauqua Lake. Three through trains daily with sleeper cars to major cities. Departures from LaSalle St Chicago. Contact John Y. Calahan for berths and details.
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