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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1901
Page
2
Closing Events of the Week in Local Notes
Young people enjoyed a pleasant evening at Smouse's Hall with a lecture at Graham last night. Tomorrow features church services led by Frank Bruner at the M. E. Church. Other city news of interest is included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Bruner
M. E. Church
Bruner Delivers Patriotic Address at Graham Opera House
Frank Bruner, of the Glazier Lyceum Bureau Chicago, spoke on The Brown Button at the Graham Opera House last night. His Gettysburg battle scene drew high praise and the audience left with a deeper love for the stars and stripes. He next appears at the M E Church Sunday night after a Brighton stop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Bruner
Graham
M. E
Graham Opera House
Gettysburg
Mr. Bruner
Glazier Lyceum Bureau
Chicago
New England Dinner Aids Missionary Society Auction
The ladies' missionary society of the Second church and the Kings' daughters hosted a New England dinner at the Second United Presbyterian church. They packed barrels of clothing for southern Negroes, then auctioned a one pound item per attendee. Auctioneer Schuler Livingston oversaw sales that raised $25, with items like a bale of cotton fetching sixty five cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Missionary Society
Second Church
Kings’ Daughters
New England
Second United Presbyterian Church
South
Missionary Society
Schuler Livingston
Illinois Iowa football game set for November in Iowa City
Western Championship clash between Illinois and Iowa scheduled for November 9 in Iowa City draws thousands of fans from across the state. Illinois upset Chicago University 24 10 recently, while Iowa awaits a faster, stronger showing. OC R I & P and B O R N railroads offer round trip fares with special rates to Cedar Rapids and Davenport. A Journal visit notes well prepared Rock Island yards as directors travel.
A Niagara Falls Sojourn With Glasses Lost And Barbershops
The narrator recounts finding a pair of gold rimmed eyeglasses at Niagara Falls and aiding a party of two ladies and one gentleman in locating the owner. A series of escapades follows including a rescue of a woman in a barrel, a ride with a guide named Jack to whirlpool rapids, and a costly elevator ride. They recount visits to Niagara Falls New York, barber shops, and a joking barber price list for the district, ending with a satiric barber price schedule.
Rates for barber shop scenes draw local discounts
A historical notice lists hair cuts and shop actions with attached prices. Entries include hair cuts at 209 and 200 for singed hair, entry and exit fees of 50 cents, thinking 25 cents, breathing 30 cents, looking in mirror 25 cents, mirror lookings 60 cents or 1.00 for three looks, claiming rates favor local residents with discounts.
Keokuk County Right of Way Purchase Amounts
A Milwaukee company bought the right of way in Keokuk County for 2336 dollars, a neat sum noted in local circulation. The report references the transaction as part of regional developments in the Keokuk area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee Company
Keokuk County
Seat Sale Opens for Lost in New York
The seat sale for Lost in New York begins Monday. Tickets may sell quickly, so buy early to secure seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lectures by Rev. A. J. Wheeler at Craigeclare free school fundraiser
Rev. A. J. Wheeler author lecturer and traveler will speak November 16 18 with Sabbath address and possible evening sermon to raise funds for Craigeclare free school for men and boys in New York. Topics include What are you going to do about it Abroad with a Live Yankee illustrated with a double dissolving stereopticon. Opera house programs: Saturday free with collection Sunday free Monday 200 adults 10c children reserved seats 30c. Also report of a girl’s foot injury from a ten penny nail aided by Chamberlain s Pain Balm with quick relief, sold by local pharmacies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Wheeler
Wheeler
Craigeclare
N. Y
Wood Sawn Coal? Wood at 65 Cents Per Cord
Wood sawing and supply offered citywide at 65 cents per cord. Customers may leave order at any city wood yard or at Cunningham's or Brindley's Grocery. Watson and Arthur guarantee satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cunningham's
Brindley
Watson & Arthur
Miss Nettie De Coursey at the Graham Next Thursday
Miss Nettie De Coursey the star of Lost in New York will perform at the Graham next Thursday evening. The article praises her singing and acting talents and notes the venue hosting this event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie de Coursey
New York
Graham
Journal Offers Wood Credits on Subscriptions
The Journal announces a small incentive where a few cords of wood are applied toward subscriptions. Readers may benefit by choosing annual plans to receive wood credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
The Big City Show Returns to Graham Theatre
On Thursday evening November 7 the Big City Show will perform Lost in New York at the Graham with all new specialties. Hear the clever child Baby Abbott in her new songs 3b.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lost In
New York
Graham
Baby Abbott
Veal and Jurisdiction: Milwaukee Right of Way Action
A sheriff's jury may be convened again to fix damages on Milwaukee right of way. Heirs must advertise on a property before the jury can proceed. Some recently acted cases reportedly will be appealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
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