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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1910
Page
8
Leslie's Weekly reports that a Taft initiated order restored Sunday as a day of rest to 13,000 steel workers. The president sought no publicity, believing accomplishment alone mattered, after investigating concerns raised by labor leaders about seven day work weeks.
Advertised Mi o na tablets claim quick relief for gas indigestion and stomach pain with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. It appeals to readers to try the doctor's prescription, citing Lemmon's Pharmacy and 50 cent price for a large box. Also mentions Booth's Pills for constipation at 25 cents.
Princeton students stormed the observatory in a comet fever on May 18 at midnight. Zaccheus Daniel, the astronomer, was kidnapped and paraded to President Wilson's house, forced to give speeches amid fireworks and marching bands.
Miss Mary Harriman heir to Edward Harriman estate and Arden dairy operations leads Arden farms of 45 000 acres while pursuing outdoor sports and executive control. She plans to wed Charles Cary Rumsey of Buffalo a sculptor and horseman whose Beaux Arts training and exhibition record mark his artistic promise.
Ohio Senator Theodore E Burton refuses to be defined by a wife saying there is no Mrs Burton. He rebukes a Washington society editor who asked about Mrs Burton’s gown, insisting there will never be such a Mrs Burton.
At a June 2 St Louis dinner Joseph W Folk’s supporters announce plans to seek the Democratic nomination for president in 1912 with Folk’s consent and will oppose moves to draft Polk for the national race.
An obituary style verse notes the death of Edward VII born 1841 died May 6 1910 midnight death crowns Britain with a national love. The poem reflects on royal duty peace and enduring reverence beyond empire.
Eleanor Frances describes how fireless ovens insulated meals and Malted Milk based recipes ease meal prep and aid invalids and convalescents. The piece outlines meals such as Malted Milk broths tomato bisque meat loaf substitutes and cooling drinks with practical tips for quick nourishing lunches.
Vienna saw a record day with over 1,000 marriages and 230 silver weddings across 76 parish churches. Some churches reported totals near 70 couples, while many exceeded 60. Clergy organized marriages in batches of ten to twenty to avoid disrupting Mass.
Commander Julius A Pratt Post No 143 Dept HL G AL R Kewanee Ib reports relief from backache and kidney pain after two months using Foley Kidney Pills. He praises the product and plans to recommend it widely to friends and comrades. Lemmon's Pharmacy McKethney Drug Co.
A newspaper reader quotes Uncle Ezra remarking that a black sheep in a family can highlight the whiteness of the others through contrast. The line is shared as a provocative social aphorism.
An advertisement claims a husband endures the wife’s nagging because she needs aid. It touts Eletrie Bitters as a cure for female troubles and nervous ailments, listing symptoms like melancholy and headaches. Thousands allegedly benefited. price five cents. Lemmon’s Pharmacy guarantees satisfaction.
Scientists state birds keep insect populations in check and preserve plant life. An estimated ten thousand caterpillars could ruin a cultivated area, and a single infested cherry tree may harbor up to 12 million aphids. Birds consuming hundreds of insects daily prevent widespread scourge.
During a prayer service the pastor asks for lead, the deacon retorts he led last time and asks what trumps. The Philadelphia Record notes the brief interruption as the crowd watched the exchange.
Modern hair products spark sage tea demand and druggists report high sales. Wyeths Sage and Sulphur, priced 50 cents a bottle, claims to curb dandruff and restore color. Sold by McElhinney Drug Co and Wyeth Chemical Company, New York.
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