13 Nov 1896
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1896
Page
1
A newspaper notice advertises a grand sale of handkerchiefs including 150 dozen ladies, 40 dozen children, and 25 dozen men hem stitched and embroidered pieces. Prices range from 2c to 30c retail value, with many items offered at 10c to 25c and claims of exceptionally fine embroidery and linen initials.
An ad lists furniture and home items including an upright piano a silk brocatello parlor set three piece parlor set upright mirror and beds quarter sawed oak sideboard hall tree and more with prices from 10c to 33.85 detailing ranges for chairs tables rockers carpets and household goods.
Three suspects named Hagerty Welch and Sutherland were arrested after breaking into James Kemp's home near Ainsworth. They fled toward Columbus Junction but were cornered under a depot and taken to justice Pear son. The trio faced 500 bonds and await the next court session. Sheriff Teeter praised local vigilance and offered a $25 reward for arrests in burglary cases.
Twenty four relatives and friends gathered at Oliver Todd’s residence to witness the marriage of Miss Anna Batterson of the city to Mr Bun W Willson of Muscatine. The ceremony was conducted by Squire C B Rogers. The bride wore black satin and carried flowers. A wedding supper followed as guests extended congratulations. Mr Willson, a blacksmith, will reside with his wife in Muscatine.
The Board of Supervisors completed ballot tallies from townships. McKinley electors led Bryan electors by about 500 on average. County results show small changes, with Samuel M. Clark 2865 and Labert M. Casey 2300 for Congress, Ashby 2865 over Samuel Mannatt Jr. 2201 for County Auditor, Young 2824 over Nicola 2356 for County Clerk, Parker 2826 over Nichols 2191 for County Recorder, Brookhart 2802 over Kellogg 2309 for County Attorney, Mathews 2776 over Coon 2287 for Board seat. Majority margins range from 308 to 497.
In the will filed with the county clerk one quarter of Mrs Todds estate goes to the First U P church to fund its yearly needs. Pro bate is set for this week. Mr Todd leaves 2000 dollars which the church receives as part of the estate. Mrs Fred L Miller and two sons arrive as guests of her parents Mr and Mrs Chas Miller and Mr Miller takes a new job with a Waterloo furniture firm and will join his wife after her visit.
The notice states that due to carrier boys being in school collections will be made tomorrow the fourteenth instead of the fifteenth. Recipients are urged not to tell the boys to call at the office and to ensure payment if the carrier has their slip.
The Graham presents the farce Jolly Old Chums in a new dress with Richard Gorman performing Chevalier imitations and his Lilly of Killarney specialty. Prince ton sisters sing and dance, with new costumes and music. Murphy & Moore join the cast. dress circle seats 50c, limited sale at Harvey Warfel's.
Prof J J Sage director of the Iowa Weather and Crop Service predicts an early severe winter if current conditions persist. He notes a stormy pattern, a wet summer and fall leaving moist ground, and southward storm trends point to colder weather with much snow.
An 1880s advertisement lists a one hundred dollar reward for catarrh cures Hall's Catarrh Cure, promises internal action on blood and mucous surfaces, and notes price 75 cents per bottle with testimonials free. It cites F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and wholesale druggists Walding Kinnan Marvin.
Heated rooms available for rent three blocks from the square in east Washington. Furnishings include a furnace and charges are described as reasonable. Inquiries accepted at the Journal office, 3113.
Special forecast notes a slowly rising temperature tonight and Saturday for the Iowa hair region around Wastmaron Idaho. The report indicates a changing pattern with gradual warming and variable evening conditions.
Friday night hosts a rare meteoric shower repeating every thirty three years. If skies are clear a brilliant display may be seen, and the bombardment is not dangerous for young watchers at the front gate.
Dr. Campbell of Monmouth HK will preach at the Second church tomorrow afternoon at two. On Sabbath he will assist Rev. Laurue in communion services.
One day of Tie Journal advertising brought Palmer & Co. many buyers yesterday. Readers follow the paper’s business columns. Fresh home-made mince announced by R. Stuart & Sons on the east side. Last evening Mr. and Mrs. Frank Webb hosted Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Griffith and friends for an ice cream supper in honor of Ma. McKinley’s victory. If Bryan had won, Griffiths would have entertained the families. The cream was praised as first-class by Mr. Griffith.
H R McMillan chairman of the Republican State Central Committee is brought out for United States district attorney for the northern district of Iowa. McMillan raised in the county will have the support of Washington county friends for his success.
Robbery and charity note emerge as two suspects asked for handouts at East Main Street residence of Engineer McGugin. A shirt disappears from the line and later a man is found wearing it in jail. meanwhile an optician will visit W Morris Jeweler on Monday November 16 offering glasses with satisfaction guaranteed. Wellman water works cost about 5000 pounds. editor praised for city’s progress and upkeep.
A brief item notes Smoke Walters offers game trout in the market. The dealer claims the product is the best clear variety available.
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