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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1910
Page
2
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled for the state in its back tax suit against the Illinois Central Railroad. The decision orders testimony before the master in chancery. The case involves millions of dollars and a Pax dispute tied to graft convictions in Springfield.
The Illinois supreme court today denied Police Inspector McCann of Chicago a new trial. Convicted of crafting, he must serve one to five years in jail. His lengthy fight for liberty ends as the court’s decision closes the case.
Mrs William Vogt died last night at 11 45 at her home eleven miles northeast of Washington following a four year stomach illness. Born October 20 1882 in the county she lived here all her life. She is survived by her husband two children Blanche seven and Bessie four her parents Mr and Mrs Frank Havel three sisters and six brothers. Funeral arrangements pending with the family expressing gratitude for sympathy.
City residents are reminded to register if they moved wards in the last two years or did not vote in the last general election. Cast your ballot this election by registering this evening. Registration booths stay open until 9 o'clock.
Notice invites all to a Sunday service at 11 o'clock at the Miller school house near Verdi with everyone welcome.
Sabbath school at 10 morning service at 11 on Iowa avenue and Jefferson street. Subject Everlasting Punishment. Golden Text the wicked pass like a whirlwind. Wednesday meeting at 7 45. Free reading room open Monday Wednesday Saturday 2 30 to 4 39 p m over Crail's store cordially invited to attend.
Bible school at 9 30 a m young people's service at 6 morning public worship at 11 and evening service at 7. New members expected to be received in the morning and baptism in connection with the evening service.
Sabbath school at 9 49 morning service at 11 90 junior and senior Christian Endeavor meetings at 3 30 and 6 evening service at 7 00 Prof Harry M Gage of Parsons college will preach morning and evening You are invited to attend these services.
The notice lists Sunday school at 9 30 with a class meeting at 10 39 and morning service by the pastor Rev US Smit. The Junior League led by Miss Crawford meets at Kep worth League at 5 45 and evening services at 7 with music directed by Dudley.
Covenant member church schedules Sunday worship at 9 50 morning Sabbath school 11 morning service Young People's meeting and 7 evening service All invited to attend each service.
A fragmented regional column records several residents and visitors with destinations including Washington and Crawfordsville. Names such as Malin Jones Briley Stewart and Wall appear among embarking and returning travelers, with partial notes of errands and family visits.
Sabbath school at 9 45 morning vice 33 Junior 4 40. Senior evening service at 7 22 20. All are cordially invited to attend the services and programs as listed.
WGG Robertson and daughter Margurel Henry Sommer returned home this morning from Chicago. Will Cowte of Burlington was an artist marking for a sight at the WoW bwinani home.
A fragment notes the first American patent for a metal pay device granted in a dated era, with reference to Balik wmoreat and a half century passing before the industry expanded. The readable text hints at an 19th or early 20th century patent milestone and the ensuing industry development.
Reminder for new voters and movers to register as residency changes take effect this year. Officials urge timely registration to ensure eligibility in upcoming elections.
Short message urging people to register today and not forget the vote on November 6. Mentions participation and personal intent to vote.
A fragment notes an event time and location described as Saturday October 20 on the northeast corner of square at 1 o'clock.
Roosevelt will address a Davenport audience Friday at 10 30 a m in Central Park. A city crowds are expected amid rioting concerns and a special train from Columbus Junction may run if sufficient interest exists.
Public notices list Sabbath School at 8:80 morning and evening worship hours for the Second United Presbyterian, with all members invited to attend.
A fragment from the Atchison Globe discusses barber shop porters and their high turnover. It notes porters last about a month, with early overeating then decline, prompting proprietors to replace them monthly as new porters search for work.
A lively note about Gussie celebrating a wooden wedding with her husband matching the festive occasion. LT observes how well the spouse complements the scene, capturing a personal moment and social mood.
A man says he is looking around and not yet decided what to engage in, signaling plans tied to an automobile agency. The remark hints at future direction possibly toward auto sales or service work.
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