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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1910
Page
2
A collage of vignettes from different papers: a somber reflection on loss with a vow to lay another egg tomorrow, a wedding trip to Myattsville, Md, a dry town joke about confetti, tenacious courtship lines in a rural scene, and a Note on the awkward use of the pronoun one.
In a Westminster Gazette note a London attorney named Else meets Jekyll. Else protests being called a pettifogging scoundrel, but Jekyll clarifies he called him only “little Else.” The humor hints at actors and public spoils in the old days.
A local ad promotes Foley's Honey and Tar in the yellow package as a reliable medicine without narcotics or opiates. It recommends Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co as sources.
W M Black sheriff reports three well dressed men seen at Rubio and Brighton over the last week. One gang member burglary at Mr Longer's residence. Call sheriff with tips. reward offered for information leading to arrest.
Miss Edna W Blanchard Lewis, a New York woman, started and directs a women oriented insurance department. She says the field offers growth from the ranks and encourages women to start as agents. Her background includes teaching and work for a college audience at Smith, Wellesley, Mount Holyoke and Vassar.
The article honors Ed Geers, the longest serving harness driver, praised for three decades of top results and a unique driving style. It notes his calm, near motionless seat, minimal use of the whip, and unmatched control as younger rivals vie for titles in the era.
Russia debates restricting horse breeding and racing to native stock vs allowing American blood. The issue centers on the Orloff trotter and reflects a divide between factions inclining toward pure Russian lines and big breeders supporting American infusion to boost speed and stamina.
Phil Cooney asserts that only pitchers can win pennants in the minor leagues. He argues that while a few exceptional hitters like Cobb and Crawford may carry a team, the rule favors the squad with the strongest pitching staff. Build around pitchers and with luck you’ll win.
Horace Hutchinson, veteran English golfer, visits Boston and reviews local links with favorable remarks. His praise for most courses has delighted followers of the game in the state and underscores his renowned insight into golf and golfers.
Former heavyweight champion Tommy Burns hints at retirement after a knee strain during a Vancouver lacrosse game. He says the right knee is gone and he will try to return, but if not, he is through with pugilism and has money saved.
Lightweight Ray Bronson signs with Tom Andrews to tour Australia this fall. Bronson, Billy Papke and Jimmy Clabby will travel, with Andrews arranging fights for Hugh McIntosh's Sydney club. The visit is slated for late October.
Texas Ramsdell University of Pennsylvania sprinter and football player will compete in the A A U championships in New Orleans this October. He has a fine season winning all British sprinting championships and defeating the great Walker in major races.
A 1910 verse praising a hardworking, humble man who shuns fame and public spectacle. It contrasts everyday virtue with flashy leadership, noting the subject’s clean life, debt responsibility, community help, churchgoing, and quiet, steadfast labor.
E L Stewart and four soil experts will travel next Monday over the Bur lingich lines in the southern state making 110 stops. The two week trip visits communities with on board lectures on proper soil care. Prof Snyder leads the effort with Professors Stevenson Houser and Stewart assisting.
An experienced switch maker from Des Moines offers services for a short time. Bring combings or cut hair to have a switch or puffs made and finished quickly. Fresh Melba toilet articles stock including cream cleanser and powder at Mrs. N L Black Parlor in Lewis Milliner store.
Advert shows Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as supreme cure for cuts corns burns bruises sores ulcers eczema and rheum with claims of infallibility for piles and sore eyes cold sores chapped hands sprains and more available for 25 cents at A E Lemmon Lemmon’s Pharmacy.
The idea holds that those who anticipate and plan for adversity tend to secure the best outcomes. It argues readiness minimizes risk and maximizes opportunities when challenges arise.
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