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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1911
Page
6
An OCR fragment lists numerous swine terms and pig names such as Inspiration Pelnece Big shine Joe's Port Sunshine Petey Jumbo Pert gotle Iya Mack along with regional references. It appears to catalog pod sizes and ages across fall and spring seasons with various sized arts.
Pure bred pigs of both sexes from a January and April farrow plus yearling males. Sired by Junction 162591 and Black Giant 167427 Longfellow 151663. Three notable males, over six feet in length with nine inch frame. Hog stock described as big type and guaranteed. Contact B yan Klerck Krota Iowa six miles west of West Chonter.
The article recounts major dam failures from 1864 to 1890 including the Bradford earth dam at Sheffield, Mill River in Williamsburg, Walnut Grove in Arizona, and the 1880 Johnstown flood. It notes death tolls, property losses, and the chronic fear of dam breaches in affected communities.
A humorous verse celebrates baseball as a grand high class attraction. The speaker enjoys watching players, umpires, and crowds in the stands with vivid, playful innuendo and enthusiastic cheer for a double header.
A young man prepares to tell Minnie’s father about their engagement and nervously contemplates whether to wear padded underwear. The scene ends with his awkward confession and the tension of revealing the personal detail.
A salesman demonstrates a typewriter to a purchaser who asks how it writes and how it spells. The exchange centers on the device's functional ability and the purchaser's curiosity about spelling.
A humorous exchange shows a child coaxing their father to audit his expenses against salary. The father suggests the child speak with the grandfather about the matter, framing the moment as a witty family negotiation.
Dialogue fragment shows a tense exchange about taming Amanda with remarks on trust and obedience. One speaker feigns compliance while the other resists, indicating a disputed task and uneasy cooperation.
Maek asserts she is sweeter tempered than her rival in a brief quarrel between two girls. The exchange highlights contrasting temperaments and social dynamics in a small scene.
A set of witty maxims on pride cleverness and happiness notes that moans and fools mirror each other and highlights themes of vanity aging divorce riches and enjoyment. The proverbs offer pragmatic social satire and guidance with playful language.
John R. Walsh, former banker and convict No. 6861, is freed on parole from the United States penitentiary at Leavenworth Kansas. Attorney General Wickersham announced approval of parole board recommendations. Walsh’s son Richard plans to join him at Fort Leavenworth and pursue coal business ventures after release.
Mrs. Julia Robinson left home to fetch her daughter from school. On her return both children were sick and their mouths burned after someone poured carbolic acid on the meal. The children drank only a mouthful and avoided serious injury. Police have no clue to the poisoner.
Washington reports the insular affairs bureau says Otey, a 32 year noted outlaw on Samar, has been killed by Philippine Constabulary. The note says his death may allow partial withdrawal of U.S. troops. Brig Gen Hoyt Marines related to the brooding incident. Philadelphia also records the marriage of Brig Gen Ralph Wilson Hoyt to Miss Cora McKeever Harbold following a romance in St Paul.
Indiana and Wisconsin report generally fair weather today and tomorrow with light winds. Indiana notes light variable winds while Wisconsin indicates a moderate east breeze.
Auction of horses cattle bees hay farm machinery household goods and more at the farm four miles southeast of Washington on Monday October 16 1911 starting at 10 o clock. Terms credit over ten dollars with six percent interest and cash for ten dollars and under. Lunch by Pleasant Hilchurch Ladies Aid. Auctioneers H C Wirgman Frank Macon Clerk R B Dougherty.
The ad claims Meritol Rheumatism Powders are the highest medical achievement and guarantee permanent relief for all rheumatism cases. It urges sufferers to try the remedy and notes Lemmon's Pharmacy as exclusive local agents.
A 30 year convict in a southern state heard a telephone for the first time. The note laments the torture of waiting in drug stores and suggests his escape from daily sensory delays. The Keene Sentinel highlights a grim perspective on freedom from routine inconveniences.
A compact reminiscence cites Andrew Carnegie urging steady effort and adopting improvements. It emphasizes starting strong on one line and pushing to lead with better machinery and knowledge. The note frames success as persistent action and continuous modernization.
Advertisement claims Foley's Kidney Pills cure backache strengthen kidneys correct urinary irregularities build up worn tissues and remove excess uric acid to prevent Bright's Disease and Diabetes. It urges refusal of substitutes and notes sold by all druggists.
Ge A. R R I G White Post No 108 meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month in their Post rooms in the Temple building. Commander J B Scott and Adjutant J J Kellogg are listed.
Valley Forge Camp No. 868 holds weekly gatherings each Thursday evening in the hall on North Side Square. Neighbors are invited to attend and join the local fraternal group.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M meets 1st Friday night monthly J E Kunath W M and J W Morton Sec Gyrus Chapter No 18 R A M meets 2nd Friday monthly James D Glasgow H P and J W Morton Sec Bethlehem Commandery No 45 KT meets 3rd Friday monthly Wyatt B Marbourg E C and J W Morton Sec Washington Chapter No 98 C E S meets 2nd Thursday monthly Mrs J E Kunath W M and Mrs Myrtle Bragg Sec Visiting fraters welcome.
City bus line orders via phone number 589 should be directed to Frank Rogers. Leave street and number for prompt handling and dispatch.
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