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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
5
Iowa forecast shows fair conditions tonight and Friday with increasing warmth. The outlook notes warmer temperatures tonight and in the eastern portion on Friday.
Mrs. J. O. Carr left this morning for West Chester for a brief visit with relatives. Mrs. Geo. Lewis and children Fred and Helen left last evening for Seattle after several weeks with relatives at the St. Clair Lewis home.
A string of residents travel from Wayland Keota Wilton Ainsworth Muscatine and Crawfordsville to visit family or attend events. The football squad heads to Sigourney for an afternoon game while Camp Ground school hosts a Friday box supper auctioned by Frank Macon.
For Sale. The Everson property adjoining the City Library includes lot seven, block nine, and lot one, block twenty-six in Highland Park. Sale to close the estate of Mrs. E. E. Everson. For price and terms, inquire 67 tf A. Anderson, Executor.
The big flower show will be held at the Keck green houses in east Washington on Tuesday the 10th. Free transportation from the square and refreshments at the Keck home accompany prizes for a guessing contest on chrysanthemum numbers. Last year’s crowd enjoyed a great show. this year features more varieties including a quarter mile of rose beds and two houses of carnations.
Tom McClean reports from Jacksonville Florida that son George continues to gain honors in government work. He is announced to take charge of fortification work at his current post. George expects time to learn details but is confident in handling the duties. His mechanical education and proactive nature propel his rise.
Winter blasts and lung ailments are touted as coming. Foley's Honey and Tar is urged to cure coughs and colds, strengthen lungs, and prevent serious outcomes. Lemmon's Pharmacy recommends it.
The Dunbar Bell Ringers gave a two part concert in Washington last evening before a lecture course audience. The program mixed vocal numbers and bells with readings by Harry Dunbar and a cello solo by Ralph Dunbar, ending with The Long Day Closes. The next event on the course is Dr John Merritto Driver December 7. Tickets are at the Democrat office.
On behalf of the Republicans of this community the county central committee expresses gratitude for the Washington Telephone Co. providing detailed complete election returns free of charge. The service began early and was accurate and abundant, with special thanks to the company for kindness and attention. Jnc 8. Wilson, Chairman County Central Committee.
St Clair Lewis accompanied W J Davidson to Iowa City Monday where he will receive hospital treatment. Mr and Mrs George Pixley were passengers last evening for Oska loosa where they will be guests of friends for a few days.
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