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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1900
Page
2
One night only on Wednesday October 10 a clever comedy drama Old Arkansaw by Fred and Sadie Raymond comes to the Graham with special scenery and a strong company. The season’s hit promises pleasing specialties. Also noted: various sewer labor references and local agency news for Bath's Silver Tom cigar.
Hundred people expected next week as Modern Woodman of America camp hosts a county gathering at their hall. Delegations from Columbus Je Caen Kalona Riverside Ainsworth Crawfordsville West Chester Wellman Brighton Hamilton's Speech join for speeches and songs with 250 plates likely served by W R C ladies. Attorney Daniel W Hamilton of Sigourney spoke on democracy and imperialism, noting dangers and trusts while praising honest motives of some opponents.
Kalona preacher Rev Abbott and his wife depart for Wellman and Storm Lake as they prepare to sail November 1 for India to begin missionary work and reportedly will not return to the United States. Mrs Abbott previously served as a missionary. Fred Jones, driving for Frank Rogers, shot a half grown eagle near Riverside and plans to keep the wings.
Bradhurst's comedy What Happened to Jones with the original New York cast travels to San Francisco and could be housed at the Graham for one performance in late October under Manager Moore with a $250 guarantee. Ticket prices range from 50c to $1.00. The Graham is expected to be packed for this famed play.
The Twentieth Century Circle held its first meeting since July at Mrs. J. H Stewart home. With president Lizzie Anderson absent, Mrs. Will Wilson chaired. Officers for the year were reelected: Lizzie Anderson president, Will Wilson vice president, Walker Skinner secretary. Members read selections and will continue monthly meetings through fall and winter.
Journal readers with undelivered papers or service complaints should report to the office promptly so errors can be corrected. J J Weldin of East Washington suffered two cracked ribs Saturday evening when his buggy hit a sunken tile area, injuring him while riding with his nephew Rank Spengler of Morning Sun.
Train leaves Washington at 4 50 p m for a trip to Davenport to hear Roosevelt. Round trip fare is 2 60 dollars. F B Stewart agt.
On and after October 1st you will find our city office in the Columbia Pharmacy two doors north of Postoffice. All orders left there will have prompt attention. Also bills may be settled there if you so desire. Warning For Boys. Several complaints have reached the city officers in regard to careless boys who have been breaking windows with already been broke. Always the finest of poultry alive or dressed at Todd Stuarts.
Veterans from this city will attend the Morning Sun reunion on Thursday and Friday with Col. D. J. Palmer delivering an address. A local male quartet Alberson Ashby Neal and Palmer provides music and Capt. J. J. Kellogg leads the evening campfire events.
Readers are urged to try Dwight's Complexion Beautifier. The Even ing Journal offers a free full size box worth fifty cents to every lady sending an address and ten cents for packing and postage. One free box per address. Send to D W Custer & Co Huntington W Va 307y1.
The Dewey Lunch Counter is now owned by Mr. John Zeigler who took possession last week. Zeigler is a successful restaurant man while former owner Mr. Houk will rest awhile before pursuing other work. The notice also promotes genuine Rocky Mountain Tea by Madison Medicine Co for digestive and organ ailments.
Miss Mary Swan returned last night from a visit in Keota and West Chester. Mrs. Sturgeon of Keota accompanied her home for a visit at the A. J. Smith home.
Local notes record visits and errands in Brighton Verdi and nearby towns. Residents like T L Emry Fred Wilkins and Mary Donovan are mentioned along with travel to Cedar Rapids Chicago and Mt Pleasant and a family bereavement in Eldon as well as preparations for an upcoming carnival and moves to Muscatine and Perlee.
The Ladies Missionary Society of the First U P Church will meet next Friday October 4 at ten o'clock in the morning. Mrs Harvey Kyle will host the session northwest of the city. Mrs J C Borcr is noted in the notice.
The City Council of Washington Iowa enacts an ordinance appropriating 2000 dollars from the sinking fund to pay Water Bonds 27 to 30 and 675 dollars to pay interest on Water Bonds 27 to 80 due October 15 1909. The ordinance takes effect after passage and publication. Mayor pro tem L D L Aughey approves October 1 1900 with City Clerk Juan H McCleery attesting.
The new owners Lewis and partners announce the business once run by L. D. Robinson will keep up the long standing high standard. They will specialize in Optical items and watch repairs with a full stock of Jewelry and Musical Instruments. Every sale and service will be guaranteed and they urge customers to call when in need.
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