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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1903

Page

4

Waterloo Mayor Elected League Vice President At Conference

Home from Waterloo, Mayor A. N. Alterson and City Attorney Butterfield joined Miller and others as Iowa municipalities held the League of Iowa Municipalities annual meeting. Mayor Alberson of Washington named first vice president with plans for a state municipal expert and improved urban funding discussed amid a banquet in the Dry Run sewer hall.

A. N. Alterson Wo TL Butterfield Wither Miller Waterloo League of Iowa Cedar Rapids Washington Alberson Butterfield Jon League W. H L. Butterfield Miller Dry Run Martin Huston Ft Dodge Pierce Marshalltown J. J. Valentine Mason City

Weather Forecast for Iowa Today and Saturday

Generally fair weather tonight and Saturday with warmer temperatures tonight and a cooler north portion on Saturday. Washington DD reports for The Evening Journal.

Washington DD. C The Evening Journal Iowa

Round About Lexington Notes and Social News

From Round About Lexington Mrs TL Tiption has been sick with la grippe. Mrs Gardner and daughter Anet from Washington have stayed in the area. The old society meets at Mrs McDonald's eve Friday Oct 16. Clarence Timmins returns from Borgdon Iowa after two weeks visiting relatives. Ora Flenderson and mother drove to Washington. A printing error misstated church retooling funds. 76 was shown instead of 14.

la Gripper Gardner Anet Washington McDonald Clarence Timmins Borgdon Iowa Ora Flenderson Iter

Community Notes from Havre and Nearby

Oct 6 reports show Chris Summers as a business caller in Havre. Ph L Pickens plans departure for Kansas after inviting neighbors to help move goods to the train and share a social evening with refreshments. Mrs Jor Wright visiting cousin Mrs Palmer departed for Clear Lake, and All Stephens adds a hog house to his farm. A wood saw meeting at Ed McCaulley’s and a grippe illness for John Godwin are noted, plus a thimble bee for about fifty neighbors. Alma Whitsel and two children visit from Fort Scott, Kans., and John Wesseltine and Grover Lesseltine announce newborns at home.

Chris Summers Havre Ph. L. Pickens Kansas Jor. Wright Das. Palmer Clear Lake Stephens Ed. McCaulley John Godwin Levi Anderson Alma Whitsel Fort Scott Kansans John Wesseltine Grover Lesseltine

Local notes report illness and a wedding reception

On Oct 16 James Young is described as no better and L H O Loughlin is listed as sick. Mr and Mrs Samilton, four and a half miles west, host a reception for their son John and his Keota bride. Mrs James Coder travels to Washington to visit her parents. Miss Jennie Allen returns to Washington last evening. Mrs Db Kilgore also travels to Washington.

James Young L. H. O'Loughlin Samilton Here John Keota James Coder Washington Wabnuts Jennie Allen Kilgore

Cordova Mother Praises Chamberlain Cough Remedy

Mrs Pilmer of Cordova Iowa testifies that her child suffered severe croup and relief came quickly from Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The local mothers in the area share the belief and seek the remedy through Stewart's Pharmacy Cook and Sherman.

Hearing Before Referee in Johnson Versus Rerdo Case

Referee W. Brookhart heard evidence yesterday and today in the Johnson versus Rerdo case at the courthouse. Plaintiff claims error in a prior settlement involving the defendant’s land and seeks a few hundred dollars. The referee will determine any settlement amount after reviewing a lengthy list of accounts.

Yeterday W. Brookhart Chas, Johnson T. J. Rerdo Court House Rogers Brookhart J. Ed. Kelogg Henderson & Thorne Il. M. Bicher

Winfield Rider’s Horse Bald Hornet Wins Lexington Pace

Tip Johnson of Winfield steered Bald Hornet to a clear win in the 2:15 pace at Lexington Kentucky. The horse posted a season best 2:07 in the heat, showcasing a splendid race record.

Tip Johnson Winfield Bald Hornet Lexington Kentucky

Cavendish Man Recovered After Nlp Drug Claim

S LeQuinn of Cavendish Vermont was said to be robbed of his customary death by invasion of Chronic Constipation. Dr Kings New Life Pills allegedly broke into his house and his trouble was arrested leaving him cured. The ad claims a guarantee and a price of two cents at Stewart's drug store.

S. LeQuinn Cavendish Dr. King Stewart

Real Estate Firm Triggins and Walker Dissolves

The firm of Triggins and Walker, real estate and investments dealers, dissolves. L. D. Sigin s will continue the business as formerly and R. H. Walker will devote his time to insurance.

Triggins & Walker L. D. Sigins Ormerly R. H. Walker

Mrs John W Dodds Heads Home on No 11 to Denver

Mrs John W Dodds leaves tonight on train No 11 bound for her Denver home. The note confirms travel plans and destination as listed in society notices.

John W. Dodds Denver

Local residents record travel and moves in brief notices

Oct 16 Mary Breed returned from Perry relatives Ella Thompson left for Washington Charahan Davenport family moving into Baptist parsonage Mary Nlammas back from Kansas visit S R R Stone arrived from Chicago to visit his mother Mrs John Stone Mary Hammis of Washington returned from local relatives revival meetings held by Methodists.

Mary Breed Perry Ella Thompson Washington Charahan Davenport Baptist Parsonage Mary Nlammas Kansas S. RR Stone Chicago John Stone Mary Hammis

Keota Bride Della Daiher Weds John Hamilton at Local Ceremony

Last evening at the bride’s parents home Mr and Mrs M Daiher united their daughter Della to John Hamilton of Keota. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Pool with Edna Richardson assisting. Miss Blanche Stewart sang Oh Promise Me. a three course dinner followed for about fifty guests. out of town guests included Mr and Mrs George one of Delta Mr and Mrs RG Colman of Sigourney Dr and Mrs Droz of West Chester and Miss Verne Ashby of Washington.

Blanche Stewart Daiber Keota Hamilton Hamilton Drug Store George Delta R. G. Coltman Sigourney Droz West Chester Verne Ashby Washington

Washington Lodge to Assemble for Gallagher Rites

Members of Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M are called to assemble at the Temple at 1 pm Sunday October 18 1903 to perform the last rites for brother James L Gallagher. Visiting brethren from other lodges are invited by Marion Clapper W M J W Morton Secretary Attest:

Washington James L. Gallagher Marion Clapper W. M. J. W. Morton

Home Visitors Excursion to Ohio and Indiana

Destinations Louisville Kentucky and Ohio west of a line through Sandusky Columbus Washington HL Wilmington and Cincinnati One and one third fare for the round trip Sale dates September 1 8 15 and October 6 Tickets valid return within 66 days of sale Apply for details to be announced.

Louisville Ohio Sandusky Columbus Washington Wilmington Cincinnati Bates

Iowa Central Extends Cheap Round Trips to Twin Cities

Owing to a backward season in August and September, Iowa Central continues daily cheap round trip rates to St Paul and Minneapolis through October and November. See agents for details.

Iowa Central St. Paul Minneapolis Oetso Lowa Central

Social evenings honor returning guest in small gatherings

Miss Harriett Pickett hosted friends last night for R. L. Hughes's return from Chicago with games and singing. Guests praised Miss Pickett's charm as an entertainer. The Kooking Klub also met at Miss Anna Henderson's home with a six o'clock dinner and a very enjoyable evening.

Harriett Pickett R. L. Hughes Chicago Miss Pickett Kooking Klub Anna Henderson

Fronts reveal two pretty buildings for city

Mrs. M Cotter of West Chester visits the city. Scaffolding comes down on Sol Rich and Cunninghams fronts. Window work pending. Lemmon & Lewis advertise a big bargain sale. Cahale Guthrie county treasurer greets friends. Marcus Kul and Rose Fetes receive license to wed. Harry Ward travels between Grandview and Pleasant Plain. Wes Ragan ill. Charles Welch returns from North Dakota. Misses Ann and Besse Allen of Wayland visit the city.

Sol Rich Cunningham's Sons Lemmon & Lewis Ar. Cahale Guthrie County Tie Go. Hl Mr. Cahale Col

Report on Carrier Boys Negligence in Paper Delivery

Prompt reports of carrier boys negligence must be filed at the office. Without in office reports the service imperfections remain unknown. The note emphasizes central control and accountability for newspaper delivery quality.

Local Listings Sign Up Elizabeth Road Show

Lilis Evening at the Graham near the New Orleans Grand Colored Concert Co. advertises a late program this evening with pricing 24e to 35c and an audience capacity around 600.

New Orleans Grand Colored Concert Co Graham

Walker Couple Heads to Peoria for Weeks of Visits

Mr and Mrs R H Walker departed this morning for Peoria to spend several weeks visiting friends and familiarizing themselves with the area. They expect to return with stories of their travels and new introductions to local acquaintances.

R. H. Walker Peoria

City Ordinance Notice on Sidewalk Obstruction

All persons are notified to keep the sidewalk clear of obstruction according to the City ordinance as directed by the City Marshal.

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