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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1907

Page

4

Three Act Comedy Pleases With Wealthy Artist Romance

A weather dampened audience but a Juniors performance pleased. Miss Berce Darbyshire as Mrs Scott led a strong cast including Howard Hill as her husband, Ralph Bunce as Willie Scott, Lilian Dale as the country girl, Leona Colthurst as Gertie Green, and Frank Taylor as Irving Richmond in a story of love, poverty, and art ending in happiness.

Miss Berce Darbyshire Scott Howard Hill Ralph Bunce Willie Scott Billy Boy Lilian Dale Elias Porter Ainsworth Leona Colthurst Gertie Green Johnnie Charles Artie Frank Taylor Irvingichmond Lilian

Poverty Stricken Artist Seeks Love in Stage Tale

A stage piece shows a poverty stricken artist proving true to her lover and escaping opposition to wed. Frank and Charles Martin deliver strong performances with lively energy. The comedy charms audiences between acts with acts by Wanda Nelswarger, Nellie Bowman, Besse Darbyshire and Leona Colthurst.

Frank Thomp Brookhart Charles Martin Wanda Nelswarger Nellie Bowman Besse Darbyshire Leona Colthurst

Wedding Invitation for Ella Dawson and June 11

Miss Ella Dawson receives an invitation of interest to Washington residents for a June 11 wedding featuring Rev. Granville Gaylord Bennett and Miss Margaret Graves of Kearney Nebraska. Bennett will be confirmed as an Episcopal minister the same day, and he is a son of Judge Bennett formerly in Washington county courts.

Ella Dawson Washington Granville Gaylord Bennett Margaret Graves Anson R. Graves Kearney Nebr Bennett Bennett Is A Son of Judge Bennett Worhington County Courts

Hazel Ward Honored At Freshman Party

Hazel Ward was guest of honor at a Freshman class party held at Alma Beenblossom's home on South Merion Avenue. Games and music were featured with refreshments served. Beatrice Smith and Ethel McElwain assisted. Hazel will soon leave the city and the class gave her a hand come signet hat pin.

Hazel Ward Alma Beenblossom South Merion Avenue Beatrice Smith Ethel McElwain Hazel

Sophomore Class Entertained at Matt Brinton Home

The Sophomore class of the High School enjoyed an evening of party games voces and music at the southwest Washington home of Matt Brinton. A light luncheon was served by Mary Lemley Irma Wilbur and Mabel Brinton and greatly enjoyed by all attendees.

Matt Brinton Washington Mary Lemley Irma Wilbur Mabel Brinton

Mrs Ella Woodford Hostes Dinner and Evening At Home

Mrs Ella Woodford entertained a small group at a 6 o'clock dinner last evening at Hots Coloneo. Afterward guests moved to Mrs Woodford's rooms where the gathering continued. Attending were Mrs Will Cook, Mrs J T Matthews, Mrs Robe Cook, Mrs Ira Sproul, and Misses Minnie Conner Esta Conner and Stella Savage.

Mirs Ella Woodford Hots Coloneo Mrrs

Picnic at Antioch School Sheltered by Weather

Pupils from Antioch school held a picnic at the school house after plans for a grove were dashed by rain. At noon they shared a picnic dinner as parents and district members attended. Led by teacher Miss Leta Sowash, students presented an orderly program in the afternoon.

Antioch Mics Leta Sowash

Merle Roscoe Hosts Sixth Grade Party at South School

Merle Roscoe entertained the sixth graders of South School last evening from 4 to 7 in honor of her twelfth birthday. The event featured games and a three course supper served at six o clock.

Merle Roscoe South School

Presbyterian church social for children at Sawhill home

Mrs Rev W R Sawhill and Miss Evelyn Carothers hosted the Second United Presbyterian Church primaries at the Sawhill residence on West Washington Street. The event ran from 4 to 6 with children’s games and served refreshments.

W. R. Sawhill Evelyn Carothers Second United Presbyterian Church Sawhill West Washingon Street

Ready Maids Enjoy Evening at West Main Home

The Ready Maids were pleasantly entertained that evening at the home of Mrs. Lee Waid on West Main Street.

Churches Schedule With Baccalaureate Sermon At Opera House

Sabbath school begins 9 45 morning service 11 junior class 4 45 senior 6 but no evening service due to baccalaureate sermon at the opera house Reverend W O Fisher is pastor.

Opera House W. O. Fisher

First Presbyterian Weekend Services Schedule

Sabbath school at 9 40 morning service at 11 Junior Endeavor at 4 Senior Endeavor to follow No evening service due to baclaureate exercises at the opera house Rev L D Young pastor

Junior Endeavor Senior Endeavor Opera House Rev. L. D. Young

First Church of Christ Scientist Service Notice

Corner of Iown avenue and Jefferson street invites the public to a 11 o'clock morning service on Ancient and Modern Necromancy or Mesmerism and Hypnotism with Malachi 3 5 as the golden text. Wednesday evening meeting at 7 29. A cordial invitation to all.

Iown Avenue Jefferson Street Malachi

Baccalaureate Sermon For High School Seniors

The senior class will hear a baccalaureate sermon at the opera house Sunday evening at 8 o clock. Rev W C Fisher of the First United Presbyterian Church will deliver the address.

Opera House W. C. Fisher First United Presbyterian Church

First Baptist Public Worship and Memorial Service

Public worship at 11 AM with the sermon Lest We Forget. A brief memorial service will honor members of the 27th regiment U S A and the 14th and 21st batteries of artillery. All are welcome. seats free.

27Th Regiment UU. S. A

Second U P Church Announces Services Schedule

Morning services at 11. Afternoon Memorial services for old soldiers at 3. No evening services. Other services at the usual hour. Rev. W. R. Sawhill, pastor.

W. R. Sawhill

Diet for Children Tips From The New York American

Practical guidance on child nutrition advising broiling over frying, choosing beef cuts, chicken options, and fat needs for growth. It covers vegetables, fruits, and fruit preparation, cautions on bananas, and notes winter preserved fruits and prune dishes in nurseries.

Cure for Facial Neuralgia Via Hot Water Hands

A Cincinnati Enquirer explanation claims placing the opposite hand in very hot water relieves facial neuralgia within five minutes. It argues the fifth and median nerves cross, so stimuli to one hand affect the opposite facial side, due to nerve crossovers.

The Cincinnati Enquirer

How to Make Feet Appear Small in a Fashion Notice

A fashion note praises a smart girl who wears a plain black satin slipper with a medium high French heel and a large bow. The design minimizes the look of a large foot by avoiding bright embroidery and ornate details.

How to Prepare For Pickling

Advice on pickling vessels stresses safety. Copper or brass pans can dissolve metals into vinegar creating poison. only stone or well seasoned cast iron should be used.

How to Ebonize Wood with Logwood and Iron Vinegar

To ebonize wood such as picture frames and chairs wash with a boiling mixture of strong logwood and water four times, drying between each wash. Then treat the wood with a solution of acetate of iron made from iron filings and vinegar.

How to Seal a Letter Securely

A letter sealed with egg white cannot be opened by boiling water. Heat makes the seal firmer and more resistant, ensuring the contents stay private.

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