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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1908
Page
3
An advertised remedy promises relief from chronic constipation by aiding digestion and stimulating the liver and bowels to restore natural action. It claims to be non nauseating and pleasant to take, urging readers to commence use today through Lemmon's Pharmacy and to refuse substitutes.
In Keota May 20, the junior class hosted a banquet for the seniors at the hall above the post office with entertainment by a quartet and supper at the Commercial hotel. Local residents Mrs Arch Graham and daughter visit Columbus Junction, while Mrs Clarke Nelson and son Lyle return from Burlington. Paul Neal home from Cornell College Mt Vernon due to mumps. Mrs A F Schreckengast returns from Fairfield to Keota. K H S graduation exercises set for Thursday and Friday at the Methodist church with 35 and 25 cent admission.
The Washington County Union Sunday school convention began Tuesday morning. J. T. B. Barnett of near Abington Iowa visits Brighton friends and relatives, recalling the case of a fishing man who found the Willis family bodies north of Batavia. Professor Ensign Iowa City state high school inspector visited Brighton High. Mrs T L Emry and daughter June spent weekend at Fairfield. Lula Low growing weaker. Rosa Riley seriously ill. J A Colvard and family moved from Packwood into Werner property east end town. Clark of Washington Plumbing Co. did work for Rev C L Walker. Chas Edwards and wife near Verdi were Brighton callers. Born Sunday to Clyde and Mrs Downs a twelve pound boy. Myrtle Hanlon of Washington visited Lydia Madden. Mullinix of Fairfield in Brighton on business. Rev C L Walker called to Lancaster for double funeral of Mr and Mrs Gililand. Willing Workers of Presbyterian church met with Miss Jennie Madden. Grandma Werner seriously ill.
May 20 reports show Mrs. A Stransky in town, Grant Snider and wife visiting Washington, and Misses E Brown Chez working for local residents. Clod Carpenter party, Doctor Jones child’s quinine dose with no harm, Emery Sharp family in town, Celestia at grandfather’s Richmond funeral, a hall social planned, Mrs Maxwell's return from Wellman, a picnic enjoyed last week, and Skola letter about her husband recovering from rheumatism.
A merry crowd of young people enjoyed a dancing party at the new Wingler property in town on May 20, with several purchasers reportedly present to view the site.
Al Sharpe sold a nice bunch of hogs Monday. Mrs James Shalla visited with Mrs Chittum Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Brown were called to Illinois yesterday by the death of a near relative. Mrs Wotruba is cleaning house for Mrs John Koening this week.
May 20 notes report busy corn planting Mae McCaleb staying with sister Mrs Sidney Smith, visits to J B McCaleb's by Nannie and Will Brinning. Cora Brinning and son George visiting Statler home. Bernice Mangold and Pearl Corpman attend Keota church. Lou Augustine from West Chester attends Bethel church. Henry Luithly travels through town to Washington. Sidney and Mrs Smith visit J B McCaleb's. Roscoe Robertson shows off a new buggy. Jesse Guy family visit Andrew Peterson. Ray Sanders family shop at Keota.
Vassar Michigan May 21 Pronte Judge David G Slatter aged ninety one oldest pioneer of Tuscola county died from injuries after falling down stairs two weeks earlier. He served as justice of the peace for forty years probate judge 1851 to 1855 deputy US marshal during the Civil War and was elected to the state legislature in 1868. Founder and president of the First National Bank of Vassar and owner of extensive land and timber holdings in Alabama and Wyoming. Born in Vermont he moved to Michigan in 1849. Grandfather John Shafter helped found Dartmouth College and fought in the French and Indian and Revolutionary wars.
Indianapolis May 21 Five separate suits filed by James Bingham attorney general accuse Indianapolis Terre Haute Capital City Home and American Brewing companies of violating state law by leasing saloon buildings and engaging in real estate. He seeks dissolution forfeiture of corporate rights and temporary injunction with a temporary receiver appointed. The defendant firms are those currently in federal court litigation with the attorney general.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce products made from native forest roots without alcohol. It highlights Golden Medical Discovery as a blood purifier, stomach tonic, and bowel regulator that helps catarrhal head and throat conditions and weak lungs. It warns results require time and perseverance and notes endorsements from medical leaders.
A. R. Miller rides a brand new wheel for tonight's commencement. Maslin underwenr sale at Snouffer, Hughes & Co. Roy Emry arrives from Brighton. Mrs. Tom Kyle returns home from Brighton after visiting relatives. Mrs. Williams goes back to Crawfordsville after a day in Oskaloosa. Miss Bertha Brown arrives from Keota to visit at the W. L. Dusenberry home. Mrs. Charles McCreedy and children Sherman and Helen arrive from Ainsworth to visit the H. Benn home briefly.
We announce a restart of our cement services this year after many requests. We will maintain a solid reputation by using proper proportions and the finest materials for durable stone construction. Neat, workmanlike workmanship guaranteed. Leave orders with McCartney & Son, Phone 492.
Colds that linger in spring deplete the system exhaust the nerves and open the way for serious illness. Foley's Honey and Tar quickly stops the cough and expels the cold. Lemmon's Pharmacy offers this safe and certain remedy.
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