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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1900
Page
4
A retail offer invites customers to shop with confidence, promising prices lower than elsewhere. The message emphasizes a broad selection and value in the Boys and Children's Department, inviting trade with assurance of correct goods and right prices.
J F R Leonard of Ainsworth United Christian candidate for president was in the city on business. He predicts a strong Illinois poll and a large Iowa vote. Winfield Smouse departed for Kansas City on business. Mrs Snow from Waverly Kansas visited Grace Hill and L Z Miksch in the city and returned home. Hon D J OConnell to speak here on the 27th with location to be arranged by the Democratic committee.
A vintage notice offers Dwight’s Complexion Beautifier free to readers of the Eveni ng Journal. Women sending their address and 10 cents for packing and postage receive a full size fifty cent box, with one free box per address, addressed to D. W. Ouster & Co. Huntington, W. Va.
Wm. H. Tuthil formerly of Water loo believed dead 17 years reappears in a California soldiers home. His wife who sought a pension learned he was drawing one in California. KE. S. Carl cashier of Davenport’s Citizens Savings Bank dies while talking with a friend. L. A. Huffican Webster City mail carrier commits suicide by jumping from his buggy. J. O. Whitford Mt. Pleasant sues estate of late Senator James Harlan for 27000 for services over 20 years. will of Harlan reportedly missing. F. S. Finley is Whitford’s attorney. Samuel Matthews and wife of Ainsworth visit in city at son J. T. Matthews’ home. Mrs. G. P. Dolan and Mrs. Nine Webb return from Tipton. Born Sunday to Samuel Younkin and wife a daughter.
A wealthy groom of Swiss descent married a Swiss bride in a ceremony at 11 a m in the office of Justice of the Peace A S Folger. It was his fortieth wedding performed, witnessed by friends including Albert Im hof and Miss Katie Rich. The couple plans farm life near Noble.
A small party of engineers surveyed east Washington today and declined to state their employer when asked by an Evening Journal reporter. They arrived on the Narrow Gauge passenger train and have worked along the Narrow Gauge track here. Rumors say they work for Bo and N. W. but officials would not confirm.
A party of ladies drove to the woods near town this afternoon for a picnic. Tin horns rang loudly before departure and residents learned of the gathering from the persistent music. The group included Mesdames Ralph Dougherty Ralph Smith J Bo McCartney M W Bailey and Misses Kate Stichter Ida Roberts Ross Scofield. Supper was eaten in the woods and all enjoyed a good time.
Miss Emeline Warren entertained the Crackers and Cheese Club on East Main street with a four course lunch and a fine time, and the members voted her a charming entertainer. John Koupp of West Chester visits his son Ed in the city.
The notice urges registration for the fall vote with registration days set for October 25th to 27th and November 3rd. It notes public interest is modest this year, candidates are quietly campaigning, and voters must register to be eligible.
Northern Pacific offers weekly Tuesday trains for travel to Minnesota North Dakota Manitoba Montana Idaho Washington Oregon and British Columbia. For details contact Gro. D. Roarrs District Passenger Agent Des Moines Iowa.
A notice seeks a reliable horse for driving and asks contact with John Wagner.
An October 1900 meeting in the Presbyterian church features prayers, choruses, and addresses. Singers from local church choirs perform selections including Kentucky Belle and The Lost Chord. Notable speakers include Hon Samuel Gardner and Hon B of Brown. The program ends with a discussion on law enforcement by prominent citizens. admission is free.
A historical note explains King's Evil or scrofula and the belief in royal healing at Whitehall. It discusses how modern medicine shows the disease is bloodborne and details the efficacy of Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery in purifying blood, curing scrofula and related skin and lung conditions with testimonies and cautions against mineral-based suppressants.
E L Stone and family returned to Minneapolis last night. Daniel Haines was a passenger for Washington this morning. Samuel Stevens died in Holton Kansas. he formerly resided here. Mr McClannahan of Colorado visits his sister Miss Ollie McClannahan of the public schools. W F Brinton of Washington gave a moving picture show to a large crowd last night. it will be repeated this evening.
Dr and Mrs Wescott Mrs Hardy and son Roy drove to South English Saturday and were guests over Sunday of Mrs O W Shaffer.
H Manners drove to Mt. Pleasant this morning. Lila Veasey has been quite sick but is reported better. D. Weldin is in Waterloo on business.
M. Walter visited the city today while M. Sweet arrived from Washington yesterday. The notes record two individuals traveling separately with no additional event details.
Four boys aged 9 to 11 were arrested in South Chicago after a wreck derailed the New York and Boston express due to an open switch. They deny causing the crash though one mentions two boys stealing switch parts. Two men were killed and three injured in the collision.
Madison hosts a bustling street fair and carnival with eight militia units parading on Military Day. Ilanna and Frye spoke at a Republican rally as Col Vilas objects to a beauty corner, while dozens of tents and platform shows attract crowds.
A mill in Gladstone Michigan owned by W H Johnson of Milwaukee burned yesterday morning. The origin is unknown. The mill, moved from Metropolitan last winter, produced hardwood lumber. Estimated loss stands at 45000 with 20000 insured.
Cedar Rapids route timetable for Columbus Junction shows going north and south departures with numbers and times including connections at Marshalltown and Peoria. Iowa Central Time Card lists trains to Mason City St Paul and Peoria with connections to Omaha Denver and other lines. acting managers Tittemore and Batty noted at Marshalltown Iowa.
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