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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1912

Page

7

Hall players begin 1912 workouts under Davenports' Dolph Lorenzon

Adolph Lorenzon of Davenport a left handed pitcher arrives in a Washington uniform for the 1912 season. He previously starred with the Brunswicks of Davenport and held Bill Kelley’s team to four hits. Ducky Holm will manage the squad with Tommy Thompson slated for second base as others arrive for early drills ahead of the Centerville game May 31.

Adolph Lorenzon Davenport Washington Dolph Haa Brunswicks Bill Kelley Sullivan T. A Ducky” Holm Tommy” Thompson Holw Centerville

Dayton firm awards 200 Indy 500 seats to top employees

A large Dayton Ohio manufacturer orders 200 seats at the Indianapolis 500 for employees with excellent service records. The offer aims to reward outstanding performance among factory staff.

Dayton Ohio

New Fans Rally Behind Seals Camping Team

In a surprising turn the Seals rally crowd support for a coastal league game. Fans cheer as key players inspire a comeback and push for a major upset against a long-standing rival.

Great Travel Show Opens at Grand Central Palace

A national travel and vacation exhibition began at the Grand Central Palace in New York on May 23 to showcase evolving transport means in the U S and Canada. Exhibits include safety devices, naval models from the Smithsonian, railroad and steamship displays, and early locomotive and car models from England.

New York United States Canada Grand Central Palace America United States Navy Smithsonian Oregon

Digestit Digestive Aid Ad From Brown's Digestit

An old advertisement touts Brown's Digestit as a small easy to swallow tablet that aids digestion and relieves indigestion after meals. It claims to prevent distress, reduce gas, and cure dyspepsia with a money back guarantee. Available at Lemmon's Pharmacy.

Lemmon's Pharmacy

Coroners of Pennsylvania Open First Annual Convention

In Harrisburg on May 23 delegates from counties gather at the board of trade for the first annual convention of Pennsylvania coroners. They push preventive duties and educational campaigns to save lives on rivers roads and railroads and urge legislation to reduce accidents including automobile incidents.

Tarrisburg Pennsylvania Coroners of Board of Trade

Harry Bulger Stars In The Flirting Princess Tonight

The article praises Harry Bulger for his patter song mastery in The Flirting Princess and notes his rapid-fire singing as a standout specialty, recalling his skill with quick, trebled-paced lyrics and stage rhythm.

Harry Bulger Plirting Princess Gilbert H. C. Barnabee Henry &. Dixey

Mrs Anna Hughes Dies After Long Illness

Mrs. Anna DeLancey Hughes, aged 50, died this morning at 6:10 at her home on West Madison street near the Chautauqua grounds after lengthy illness and two recent operations in Ottumwa and March. Funeral tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. at the Madison Smith home with Rev. W. R. Sawhill officiating. she was born in Louisa County and spent most of her life in Washington County.

DeLancey Family Ties Mentioned in Prairie Flower Baptist Connection

The passage notes M Hughes related by marriage to Joseph Hughes and by blood to John R DeLancey and Albert DeLancey. It identifies M Hughes as a member of the Prairie Flower Baptist church.

Joseph Hughes John R. DeLancey Albert DeLancey M Hughes The Prairie Flower Baptist Church

Arrangements For Young Meetings Move In County

Arrangements set for Late Young to visit Washington county next Tuesday with each town hosting its own meeting. Supporters will move him between towns and in Washington Mr. Young for the senate will preside in the Graham at 5 o clock, with his arrival in the city expected at 6 o'clock.

Young Washington County Washington Senate Graham

Portland Lines Plan $3 Million Terminal Upgrade

Extensive terminal improvements at Portland Oregon are contemplated by the allied HN lines on property recently acquired. The proposed project would cost about 3 million dollars and aims to modernize facilities and services.

Portland Ore Allied HN Lines

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