24 Nov 1894
Page 1
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1894
Page
1
The Evening Journal lists sales and promotions at McCobb Kilgore and Knecht tailor, plus weather, travel notes, and social items. Mentions include a marriage license, a miss Berry art display, Santa at the Fair, and visits by residents from Linton and Mankato.
A new line of decorated lamps arrives at the Fair. Prices range from 1.23 to 8.50 and up to 3b. The dealer claims this is the largest and finest lamp selection shown in the city and at very cheap rates.
Workmen have nearly finished the Phenix Dance Hall. The building features imitation brick siding and a neat, pleasing appearance as it nears completion.
A quirky account notes the dreath of the 175 bushel per day corn husker bore in Iowa, with Washington county as the notable exception where such a day lasts longer.
G A Newman of Cedar Falls, Dept Commander of the G A R, attended a city camp fire described as one of the best ever. The paper offers a low Weekly Register rate, with a sample copy handed out this morning. Registry at $1 per year, four- Nal $1 for three months, both in advance.
The Windsor Grocery advertises itself as two doors south of the post office and offers canned goods fresh candies oysters fruits and other items. It promotes a moral note to patronize the Windsor Grocery and run a memory quiz with prizes for seniors and children.
Miss Berry debuts a new line of ribbons for fancy work at Casey Bros Livery with fine turnout offerings and reasonable rates. Call and see the display today.
Last evening a fire alert reached the public minutes before six as a tire bell rang and a sea lion roared. The blaze started from a defective flue and burned some clothing belonging to Miss Mattie with limited damage otherwise.
Walter J. Hawkt is the contact for all inquiries about the Flour and feed line, with guidance on orders, scheduling, and product availability. Local staff direct customers to Hawkt for specifications and pricing details.
The ad asks "Hello Who is this No 50 Who is No 507" and proclaims as dealers in staple and fancy Queensware fresh meats flour and feed. They occupy 3360 square feet and offer delivery with their own wagon to any city area.
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