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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
3
The diamond ring given away at Star Pictorium Friday evening went to Edgar Laycon who held number 13297. The event and its strong program drew an unusually large crowd, with the little theater filled throughout the entire evening.
A Republican meeting will be held Friday May 29 at 8 p m in No 11 schoolhouse to select a township ticket delegates and a township committeeman for voting at the June 2 primary EK R Harvey Committeeman Theodore Rath of Riverside reported bringing in four young wolves for bounty wolves in the county appear more plentiful than ever
Washington May 2 Charles Warren Fairbanks of Indiana vice president of the United States is a discreet man who does not want four more years in the vice presidency and aims at Roosevelt’s job. Democrats discuss a Southern choice for second in command while Republicans favor Fairbanks or Hughes. Few names want the post, and drafting may force reluctant leaders to bow to convention. Local notes follow about Ida Gordon, John Miller, Ralph Gowey, and a Gold watch prize.
Bring the children Saturday June 6. Every show 5 cents on that day. 86 7.
Notice to Republican voters in Washington county. S. M. McCleery states support for Senator Allison reelection, with conditional backing for Governor Cummins if he wins the primary. He notes the June 2 1908 primary agreement that the loser withdraws, and promises county sentiment votes in other matters and vacancies.
J G Hise writes to supporters, stating his name appears on the Republican ticket for county treasurer and asks for votes and support, closing with respect. The message emphasizes personal endorsement and political affiliation without additional details.
A 20 all star colored minstrel show featuring a band and orchestra is set for next week with a notable 86 to 71 score outline. The performance promises high energy numbers and notable performers from the local scene.
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