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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1902

Page

4

Washington 2 Kalona 0 in football clash

Washington defeated Kalona 2 to 0 after a hard fought game. Teeter McClelland Motts and Corbin starred as Teeter’s safety supplied the only score while Kalona boasted a fast sprint finish by Hess and Shearer.

Washington Kalona Minnick Reister Teeter McClelland Motts Corbin Shearer Hess Wagner Dicken Junkin Rice Ingham H. Shields Wallace J. Adams

Window Glass Firms Reach Agreement on Jobber Sale Volume

Hig Contract for Glass reports that American Window Glass Company Federation Window Glass Company and Independent Window Glass Company reached a pact with the American Window Glass Jobbers' Association. Jobbers will take at least 450 000 boxes of glass for six months at a fixed price.

Muncie, Ind American Window Glass Company Federation Window Glass Company Independent Window Glass Company American Window Glass Jobbers’ Association

Distillers Move to Form Mutual Insurance Body

After a lengthy meeting among distillers from Ohio Illinois Indiana and Maryland representatives of the Kentucky Distillers association agreed to form a mutual insurance company to take over at a lower rate the distillery risks unless a rate reduction could be secured.

Isville Navy Ohio Ilinois Indiana Maryland Guadliceta Kentucky Distillers’ Association

Cable Company Accepts Terms for Pacific Cable Project

Washington November 27 The Commercial Cable company has filed with the department of justice a written acceptance of the terms and conditions on which the president has consented that it may construct a cable between the United States and the Philippines and China.

Cable Company Washington Commercial Cable Company Department of Justice United States Philippines China

Marion editor Elbert Eward resigns to seek winter health

Elbert Eward, manager of The News-Tribune in Marion Indiana, has resigned and plans to go south for the winter to improve his health but will keep his stock in the paper. He has long been an earnest newspaper worker.

Marion Ind Elbert Eward News-Tribune Eward

Jamaica Plans Reciprocity Pact With Units In Trade Alliance

Jamaica newspapers planters and merchants unite in an agreement to foster reciprocal trade with an international unit. The move aims to boost commerce and strengthen regional ties amid rising economic cooperation efforts.

Planters Mertanh Jamaica Anya

Miners Blame Telegram Wrecks Negotiations in Strike Case

Darrow and Lloyd, counsel for the miners, issue a statement from Scranton detailing why talks collapsed. They cite a telegram written with Baer’s knowledge and signed by MacVeagh, and say Washington discussions left no friction. They remain ready to consult and will appear when the commission convenes.

Scranton Larrow Lloyd George P. Baer Wayne MacVeagh Commission MacVeagh Mitchell Darrow Lioeyd Washington New York

Remains Delay in Transit From France for Burroughs

Word received by Marion Anderson that the remains of Charles L. Burroughs would not be sent from France until a later date. The steamer Philadelphia was missed and the delay is expected to prolong the funeral journey, causing sorrow for the family and friends. Chocolate Theses at the Johnsen bakery tomorrow.

Marion Anderson Charles L. Burroughs France Philadelphia

Classified notice board seeks lodgers and rentals

Lost and found notices ask about Go Wanted Ten good respectable boarders. For sale a Jersey milch cow by Frank Webb. For sale an old house 12 by 24 by Gus Ross. Rent a five room furnished house or a new four room cottage near the depot with fruit and two garden lots, inquire at the Journal office.

Journal Office Frank Webb Gus Ross The Journal

Canton lamp price claim by Samson and Livingston

The Canton lamp cannot be duplicated for the price claims are made by Samson and Livingston. The U T D band held its annual dinner at the old brewery with a fine time, members contributing food from home and Harry Springman cooking coffee and potatoes. Mrs W S Reister cooked a large turkey enjoyed by all. The group says this year’s dinner surpassed last year’s.

Samson & Livingston Harry Springman

Death of Kalona Child Johnie Werey at Age Three

Johnie Werey died at six this morning in Kalona from brain trouble. He is the son of Mr and Mrs John Werey and will be buried tomorrow in the Shettler cemetery.

Kalona Johnie Werey John Werey Shettler Cemetery

Five Years A Building Gun Shipped To Proving Grounds

The 16 inch coast defense gun built at Watervliet Arsenal was moved to the Randy Hook proving grounds aboard Merritt-Chapman’s largest barge. Under Col Parley it was loaded on a special car and swung onto the barge. The weapon measures 49 feet 2.9 inches, 5 feet diameter at breech, and 16 inch bore. weighs 2 4370 pounds and is expected to fire 21 miles. It cost about 150000 in materials and labor. the government planned about twenty such guns though production was expensive. Havana work has mostly resumed except cigarmakers.

Albany N. Y Watervilet Arsenal Merritt-Chapman Company Randy Hiook Parley Arsenal Arsenal Dock

Canton Coal Endorsement and Trial Updates

The page notes Canton Coal touted by Samson & Livingston. The case Hopping vs Wilson over alleged farm misrepresentation heads to a jury this evening. The jury was sent home for Thanksgiving. H M Eicher finished plaintiff’s argument yesterday, James Brookhart spoke for defendant, S W Brookhart contributed, and J Wilson continued for plaintiff this afternoon.

Wilson H. M. Eicher Jas. Brookhart S. W. Brookhart J. Wilson

Pies Show Fifteen Varieties At Johnson Bakery

Johnson bakery offers fifteen kinds of pies drawing steady crowds. Patrons sample apple blueberry cherry pecan and chocolate cream among others at the popular shop’s daily display.

Johnson Bakery

Fire rescue saves sleeping inmates from burning home

A dramatic blaze forced firemen to pull sleeping residents from danger as flames raged. The incident underscored the risks of unattended fires and the need for quick action by responders amid frightening conditions.

Dr. King Stewart

Wedding of William A Hotchkiss and Ines Wertz in Kinross

On November 27 1902 at high noon in Kinross Iowa William A Hotchkiss of Kinross wed Miss Ines Wertz of Washington Iowa. Rev W N Potter of Ainsworth Iowa conducted the ceremony attended by two families only. A fine meal followed in the bride's home dining room and neighbors offer well wishes with praise for the couple.

William A. Hotchkiss Kinross Ines Wertz Washington Iowa W. N. Potter Ainsworth Hotchkiss Keokuk County Migs Wertz

Funeral for Mrs. Flood Returns Home for Burial

Katona Nov 28 reports Mrs. Fred Flood died Wednesday at her daughter's home in Muscatine from lung trouble. Burial was held today in Katona. Mr. Flood died last summer. Mrs. Flood leaves a Muscatine daughter and two sons, one living here.

Katona Fred Flood Muscatine

Crow and Cole Wedding Quietly Unites Lewiston Pair

The marriage of Mrs Amy Crow and Willis A Cole took place at 9 30 am Wednesday at Miss Fronia Lampheres home. Rev James RK Logue officiated. The couple will move to Lewiston Michigan in a few weeks and visit Muscatine briefly. The Journal offers congratulations.

Amy Crow Willis A. Cole Fronia Lamphere

Vinol bolsters recovery with appetite and strength claims

An advertisement touts Vinol as the remedy to revive the sick system by boosting appetite and building flesh and blood. It promises a money back guarantee if Vinol fails and includes a customer letter from Brockton Massachusetts praising rapid improvement after grippe and exhaustion. Cook & Sherman, druggists, stand behind the product.

Vinci Henry F. Srurtevant Huntington St Brockton, Mass

Dr Parker Dies at City Temple Pastor in London

Special to THE EVENING JOURNAL reports Dr Joseph Parker pastor of City Temple died at 5 o clock after a period of illness. The London clergyman had served the church for many years and his death ends a noted ministry.

Dancing Party At Armory By Tuesday Night Club

One of the prettiest little dancing parties in years was held at the armory by the Tuesday night club. About forty couples attended and the evening featured cards and dancing with Wilmot's Orchestra providing music. Out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wilde of Peoria Mr. Downing of Wellman Edw. Smith of Hedrick Fred Smith of Richland and Laura Flannigan of Los Angeles California.

Armory Tuedsay Wilmot Walter Wilde Peoria Mr. Downing Wellman Edw. Smith Hedrick

Metropolitan lady fingers at the Johnson bakery

The Johnson bakery lists Metropolitan lady fingers for sale tomorrow. Local shoppers may find the pastry on daily racks during the morning hours.

The Johnson Bakery

Emry Family Holds Thanksgiving Reunion in This Place

Miss May Bain visits with Grace Frazie. C. A. Emry of Fairfield and R. L. Emry of Washington attend Thanksgiving reunion at their father T. L. Emry's home with their wives.

Miss May Bain Grace Frazie C. A. Emry Fairfield R. L. Emry Washington T.L . Emry

Turkeys Scarce Hit Markets Ahead of Christmas

Turkeys were in short supply as wealthier families faced disappointment after market shortages Wednesday. Poor weather this year hindered turkey raising and demand remains high with prices around 16 cents and rising before Christmas. Mr and Mrs J C Miller received invitations to the wedding of their cousin Richard D Huskins to Miss Lolo Gribble in Texarkana Texas on December 2 1902 with plans to be at home in De Queen.

J. C. Miller Richard D. Huskins Lolo Gribble Texarkana Texas de Queen Nut North

Independent operators happy as miners view Washington trip

Independent operators express satisfaction over a potential settlement out of court while miners' representatives mourn the Washington trip. They accuse coal road presidents of acquiescing to MacVeagh's plan and then repudiating it. Union leaders plan hearings with President Mitchell and district officers while Major Miller investigates expanded guard measures at the McKinley tomb site in Canton.

Independent Operators' Committee New York Washington Coal Road MacVeagh Mitchell Nicholls Duffy Fahy Miners’ Executive Board Canton Miller Department of the Lakes McKinley

Joliet Men Secure Patent to Speed Tin Plate Making

Representatives Elect J. Drew and Jenkin Howell of Joliet have secured a patent for an invention claimed to revolutionize tin plate manufacture. The device speeds handling of sheet plates and eliminates costly annealing pots while cutting fuel and labor costs.

Jeliet Hts SS. J. Drew Jenkin Howell

Band of horse thieves traced to corral near Ottumwa

The existence of a horse theft ring spanning three states is supported by a newly found corral near Ottumwa. A Missouri farmer has identified a stolen team from his farm among the evidence.

Ottumwa Missouri

Farm official dies in corn sheller accident

Thomas Buttimer wealthy farmer and Riverside Creamery Company secretary fell from a traction engine and was crushed to death by a trailing corn sheller in Rockford on November 27.

Rockford Thomas Buttimer Riverside Creamery Company

Doukhobor pilgrims settle back in village and unusual items noted

Ottawa reports Immigrant Agent Sears says the Doukhobor pilgrims have settled in the village after returning. A note mentions purchases of Naa Voreta. The piece also records a 32 pound Thanksgiving turkey fattened on chestnuts and a funeral procession in Essen for Herr Krupp.

Ottawa Ont Sears Yorkton Emperor Wilhelm Herr Krupp Essen

Farmers urged to buy drain tile now before spring

Farmers who need drain tile are urged to purchase immediately as supplies will be scarce before spring. A good stock is available at John Shields & Sons.

John Shields & Sons

District Court Notice of Quiet Title in Washington Iowa

Petition filed by J. B. McCreary seeks quieting of title to the west half of the northwest quarter and southeast quarter of the northwest quarter of section eight, township seventy four, range six west. Unknown claimants alleged but not named may have interests. defendants warned to answer by January 6, 1903, or default and decree. Public notice published in the Evening Journal for six weeks.

District Court of Washington Iowa J. KB. McCreary Bailey John A. Bailey John Bailey James M. Bailey James &. Kirkpatrick William A. Westerveit James Griffis Daniel H. Drake Iowa Northern Central Railroad Cou Y. Or LN. Clk. &. Co David H. Drake Muel Benson Samuel Henson Samuel F Washington c Washington County Court House W.& J. L. Brookbart Evening Journal

Low Rate Excursions Offer Scenic and Cheap Round Trips

Homeseekers Excursion tickets at one fare plus two dollars round trip. Cheap trips to Kansas Oklahoma Nebraska and many western points. Tourist cars twice weekly to Pacific coast via Denver and Scenic route. One fare plus two dollars for round trip to Salt Lake City Spokane Portland and more. Land agents sell cheap land in many locales. Colonist tickets available near Packwood and Morrell Law Burlington Iowa.

Kansas Oklahoma Nebraska Pacific Coast Denver Salt Lake City Spokayne Portland Chicago Northwest Southwest Ron J. ©. McKay, Packwood Morrell Law Burlington Towa

City Bus Line Phone Orders for Hotel Allen

Call up No 1 hotel Allen and leave orders which will be promptly attended to by Frank Rogers.

Hotel Allen Frank Rogers

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East Side Star Pees Geer Ponce Ike the Singer Manufacturing Co F. Haght Wational Biscuit Company Colenso Hotel Dave Keitner KING Hig Stationery E.C Carris & Co North Side Druggists Johnsen Bakery Kailona Unete Sam Creat Havana Parrish Savigns Bank Clinton Opera House Kings and Queens Bushby Bros Omne Cole Crow Vinol Cook & Sherman Dr. Parker London, Navy Joseph Parker Temple Brighton Thut Jersey Florida Windsor Grocery W. G. Clements Hugh Teeter Paaraha Casey CE Ues First Barn Allen J. J. McKeone North Side M. Lombardo T. J. Dempsey E. C. Keck Alorist Sia Peane Madison St J. A. Marie O. Barden VIA Account International E. G. Fox Gen Madison Medicine Co Madison Wis Hite E Otay
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