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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1911
Page
8
A terse dispatch notes lawmakers must approve Hill funds for expenses at Mus. Catise amid a strike. The misspelled item hints at a political funding dispute affecting union negotiations and campus operations.
The Des Moines News reports a Cincinnati telegram stating Prof Herman Schneider dean of engineering at the University of Cincinnati has declined the Iowa State College at Ames presidency offer. The Iowa State Board of Control had offered the post, but has not confirmed or denied the rumor.
Iowa Attorney General Cosson rules the legislature must unanimously approve the bills totaling about 10 000 dollars. The military guard expenses at Muscatine during the recent button workers strike are to be paid from the state providential contingent fund. The May 25 decision clarifies legislative authority and funding responsibility.
Des Moines officials said on May 25 that the state board of control is pursuing the Tama reservation school to convert it into a state epileptic colony. They argue the government has failed to persuade Indiana families to send their children there.
Miss Hazella Campbell of Des Moines gave the principal address at the eighth annual convention of the Iowa Society of Registered Nurses in Waterloo. Ida M. Scott of Waterloo delivered the welcome with responses by members, and Anna C. Goodale of Iowa City, society president, spoke in the afternoon session.
Unsurpassed facilities for cleaning carpets and rugs of all kinds. We remove moths and worms. All work guaranteed and sanitary. Prices right. Agent for Fairfield Rug Works. We brighten old rugs and deliver prompt satisfaction. We pay freight charges and dragage in city. Call or write Roy Minick. Phone $25 black.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Tablets as a reliable indigestion cure. It claims they boost bile flow, purify blood, strengthen the stomach, and restore overall digestive function, with Lemmon's Pharmacy as the seller.
A fragment notes debate over a rule regarded as unfair and ineffective in its bidirectional application, sparking commentary on fairness and practicality.
M. N. George of Irondale Alabama reports long standing kidney trouble improved within three days of using Foley Kidney Remedy. He notes relief from back pain and better kidney function and recommends the product. Sold by all druggists.
Clinton Merrick issues a public challenge in Forest City Iowa arguing that one woman is enough for one man and that widows should not remarry after a death or separation He invites ministers lawyers doctors and teachers to debate the question and promises unlimited discussions If accepted the topic would stir local interest among residents and officials.
A Waterloo theatre advertises giving away a real orphan boy Friday evening from Des Moines. The winner must appear in court to complete the legal adoption. Police and humane officers investigate the legality amid public concern.
May 25 reports Bernhardt attends aviation meet in Sioux City Ta. The brief item notes the presence of the notable figure at the event, with sparse details on activities or outcomes.
At Woodland Park an aviation meet drew Sarah Bernhardt. Bene Wton wowed crowd with a 25 minute flight reaching 3 500 feet over three states. Bernhardt praised the display and pressed a rose to the aviator before parting. Captain Frisble crashed a biplane and sustained injuries.
Nearly a thousand merchants attend the Iowa State Retail Merchants convention in Cedar Rapids. William Moehl calls the meeting to order as Mayor Mil and W. G. Haskell speak. President J Groves of Ames presides while reports from Groves and other officers are heard. Two cities, Clinton and Waterloo, lead next year's bid, with sessions set to continue through Thursday night.
Ottumwa churches petition the city council to deny permission for Sunday night theatre openings. They argue such a move conflicts with Sabbath observance and harms the youth and fish interests of the city.
Miss Margaret Wells, a well known local woman, fell headlong from a second story stairway in Mason City Ta May 25. Bystanders rushed to aid her and she was carried to a nearby room where she lay unconscious for a time but is expected to recover.
Des Moines reports an epidemic of smallpox in public schools over the past two weeks. The board of education awaits health board orders to close schools. Seven houses under quarantine and twelve cases in detention. The first cases include Lillian Madden of 4007 West Twelfth Street, a pupil at Oak Park school.
Fear a fan cied evil, but real perils lurk in swamps and lowlands. Malaria germs cause ague chills fever and may lead to typhoid. Electric Bitters claims to destroy these germs in the blood. User William Fretwell of Lucama NC reports three bottles cured malaria and improved health. 50¢ at Lemmon's Pharmacy.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes nearly 400 living Harvard graduates have no occupation. It suggests this explains why a burglar with a clean collar is often reported as a Harvard graduate when caught, linking social perception to press coverage.
Read like a persuasive ad urging readers to try Chamberlains Liniment for rheumatism. Claims quick effectiveness after one application and promotes Lemmon's Pharmacy as the seller.
Sick headache results from a dis ordered condition of the stomach and can be cured by the use of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. For sale by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Greensburg Kentucky druggist J M Howell promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for household use. The ad notes Lemmon's Pharmacy carries the product, as part of a local sale listing. It also includes miscellaneous advice and a quote from Emerson about starting tomorrow anew.
Little son of Mrs. O B Palmer in Rock Ark endured a severe measles cough that kept him awake until a single bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar Compound relieved him. The ad claims the remedy cures croup whooping cough and measles cough, warning against substitutes and promoting the yellow package.
A reported million dollar annual saving attributed to fuel efficiency by U S Navy workers and firemen. The article notes attendants and crews tested economies and rewards for best results at improving procedures.
Founding claims of lickien's Arnica Salve advertised as the forty year wonderful cure now proven as the best salve on earth for boils scalds sores cuts bri prains swellings eczema clip ool hands fever sores and piles sold for 25e at Lemmon's Pharmacy.
An official estimates over 1,000,000 Paratree under cultivation in Cochchina with 4,500,000 tapped. Present plans call for planting 4.5 additional trees per 8000n as feasible.
Warning to innroad Men B S Bacon Bath Me states Foley Kidney Pills cured kidney inflammation and weakness after years of trouble. He reports relief from dizziness and improved health since starting the remedy and recommends it, noting it is sold by all druggists.
A commuter on the way to the station observes flaming placards advertising an exhibition featuring Professor So and So, billed as the only living man who plays a perfect billiards game with his nose, promising entertainment in the suburbs.
A medical patent cure claims to ease backache dull headache nervousness impaired eyesight and other kidney bladder ailments. The advertisement asserts Foley Kidney Pills relieve these disorders and notes the product is sold by all druggists.
A brief fragment promoting Foley Kidney Pills claims to provide relief for back ache headaches and other kidney and bladder ailments. Mentions Frank Rogers and a street address with purchase through Foley Kidney Pills.
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