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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1902
Page
4
A social thinker argues men blush far more quickly than women in embarrassing situations. He cites observations and statistics claiming nine out of ten men redden first, while noting women blush less intensely. The piece also mentions Roosevelt strike policy, a French gendarme in a riot, and rural trivia about fruit trees.
President Mitchell of the miners union issues a formal statement accepting Roosevelt arranged settlement terms. He urges an immediate miners convention and asks the country to be patient as matters progress for the miners’ interests.
Special report from Washington with Minister Owen notes a major Venezuelan clash as government troops of 6000 fight rebels numbering 7000. At last report revolutionaries held a slight edge, and the fate of the Castro government hinged on the outcome.
Mrs A J Smith of this city was at the Synod in Ainsworth when she crossed a railroad track Tuesday, tripped and fell. She suffered a broken right arm and a two inch facial gash, was unconscious when found, and was brought home this morning. The aged woman will likely take some time to recover.
Bishop Cosgrove of Davenport presided at confirmation for 28 members at St James Church. Rev. Fathers Hanser Ranger Well and Grothe assisted as High Mass was celebrated. Parishioners urged to attend Friday night concert by Parsons Orchestra to fund church improvements.
Walker Skinner and his brother Frank of Des Moines purchase a Chase's branch grocery store in Des Moines. They will take possession immediately. Walker is in Des Moines now while Mrs. Skinner stays in Washington this winter and they plan to move in spring.
Ex Governor Drake's condition improved slightly this afternoon though pleurisy pains subsided and pneumonia symptoms passed. He rests well but endures severe side pain with movement, likely two weeks needed for a permanent recovery if complications are avoided.
Mrs J Mayer and mother travel to Shannon City to visit relatives while Fhem Jones of Iowa City stays with John Jayne. Keota day trip with Jones. W P Quinn reports his Mt Pleasant trip, his brother still failing. Munro's best steer dies after morning seeming fine. Fisher Augustine ship hogs. Reserve seats for Academy concert Friday night, prices 2 and 35 cents, proceeds for Academy improvements. Congressman Hedge speaks at Lexington tonight with local politicians attending.
Miss Eva Shonts spoke before the Synod of Iowa in Ainsworth yesterday evening and was seen in She city this morning before departing on the Firefly to Chicago. Also noted are advertisers praised for a coal gift promotion and Mr K F Lytle's departure to Cedar Rapids. Mr and Mrs Harry Moore of Wellman return from Washington with a delightful report.
The article describes red painted fire alarm boxes connected to a central system. Turning the handle rings a bell for neighbors and police, while pulling the lever triggers clockwork that records box number and exact second, then a disk inserts to alert district stations. The system operates with two to three clerks and precise ten second response.
A man hiding from a persistent creditor asks his young son Tommy to answer the door and claim he is not at home, prompting a cheeky exchange about telling fibs in a New York Times account.
An older man, Mr. Snow, flees with a weekly paper while his head swivels and eyes squint. A visitor teases his age and failing sight, but Snow retorts that his eyesight is fine. the problem is his arm not being long enough.
A short exchange features Bobby Toughmuseles declaring he will be the people's choice and Tom my Sharpbey speculating on becoming a pugilist or president. The piece emphasizes education as a remedy to crime, with a Cincinnati Commercial Tribune note.
Classified notices include a dressmaking help request for Miss Lola Pratt on East Main St and a general house work inquiry at the Journal office. Also a trade offer for a sewing machine in exchange for wood and a missing beaver collar notice. A salesmen position promises commissions, and J M Allen advertises a business for sale at 108 Main St Washington Iowa.
Local residents and visitors appear at various city events including dinners, hunting trips, Synod attendance, and law work. Notable items include sixteenth wedding, court adjournment notices, a chicken pie supper, and clergy confirmations. Community updates cover pensions, office moves, and Masonic commandery plans.
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