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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1901
Page
2
Will Wells reports a heavy wind and hail at four o'clock that damaged Wells family properties in Dutch Creek township. Oak sills 8x10 inches and 14 feet long flew across roads. a 14 by 26 foot machinery shed was destroyed. part of a 24 foot cattle shed torn away. wind toppled granary roof and damaged a wind mill and guy wires.
The United Presbyterian synod of Iowa will be entertained in Ainsworth next year after delegates returned from Monroe. The event is significant for the small village, reflecting its hospitality and prominence. Nearby, a wedding is announced for Lloyd McCutcheon of Mt. Vernon and Mary Washburn of Hudson, set for the Wednesday afternoon of October 18.
County supervisors Mesers Reynolds Carris and Anderson accepted the new English River bridge from Clinton Bridge Co this week. The span crosses Hoglish River west of Kalona between Kalona and Kalona and features a 120 foot span on a stone foundation described as a fine structure.
Partly cloudy tonight and Saturday with showers central and east portions. Cooler east portion. Also notes social mentions of Miss Martha Walker en route to Chicago and various local visits, travel, and events including the Jubilee Singers arriving for the opera house entertainment.
Framing: remaining course numbers are on Friday evenings. Names listed include Koney's Boys Frank C Bruner Col Bain H V Richards Frederick Truman Fredrick Musical Co Passion Play and others with dates in October November December and January. Tickets may be secured at Wilson Beamer Hardware or via C H Wilson for season or single passes.
Charles McCleary writes from Elat July 1 1901 about a successful fast mail run carrying a twenty pound bag from Batanga to Elat in four days. He fears delayed return due to lacking reinforcements and potential extended stay, mentions gaining weight to 145 pounds, and praises Mrs Dager and Mr Dager for their commitment. He notes possible station rebuild delays, three workers remaining, and reports three meetings with 20 converts in a town ten miles away, totaling 290 inquirers receive instruction. He urges patience and duty over homeward urges.
The Jubilee Singers are slated to perform at Graham tonight, delivering a program of spirited choral pieces likely to draw local music lovers and praise from attendees.
After the Eastern Star meeting, Washington Chapter No 98 hosted a farewell for Dr. and Mrs. J. C. W. Coxe before their move to Knoxville. The couple held top lodge offices and will leave vacancies at the associate matron and worthy patron posts. A luncheon followed the social evening with remarks from visiting members.
R Larson of Bay Villa Sundays River Cape Colony runs a general store nine miles from the railway and twenty five miles from town. He notes farmers within thirty miles rely on Chamberlains Cough Remedy and claims fourteen cures in the past year. For sale by Stewart's Pharmacy and Cook Sherman. Dan Aughey works in Pleasant Plain for Rock Island Shine em up. Dave Keltner shoeshine parlors at Hotel Oolenso.
Wash ington will see an unprecedented burlesque show as the Hap Hazard Burlesque Comedy Company performs at the opera house Friday October 25. Secure seats in advance.
The Graham the Glazier Jubilee Singers perform tonight in a community event. Local residents are invited to enjoy traditional gospel and celebratory songs in a town venue.
Edgar Wilson, former cashier of the State Bank of Keota, spent yesterday in the city as the guest of his brother W. A. Wilson.
Rev. A. L. Davidson Rev. Lackey and Isaiah Taylor returned home last night after attending synod in Monroe. Allen Thyne was a firefly passenger for Columbus Junction this morning.
Compiled report notes rail executives approve ending free transportation for officers and officials. Passes will be replaced by purchased tickets with universal deadline set, affecting presidents, lawmakers, and local officials. Adulteration by barytes in flour and sugar prompts push for national prohibition.
Fred Hubbard as Steve Coon in My Friend From Arkansas recalls a Missouri fair night when a country youth asked for a ticket. The box office offered gallery seating and explained it was the same show, just a different place to sit. the man bought and entered.
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