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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1910

Page

7

Move Monday Night That Night Notice to Boxholders

Postmaster Lytle announces moving to the new East Washington street postoffice Monday evening. The lobby opens all day Monday for boxholders to obtain the new combinations. no business until Tuesday. Rules to curb smoking, littering, and property damage will be posted and enforced. facilities updated with latest fixtures, a large safe installed, and new racks and furniture arriving for streamlined service.

Lytle Wilber Miller Post Office

New Library Adds 6 Juvenile Titles to Public Library

October 20 additions include How the People Rule by C D Hoxie and numerous titles by Lang Mabie Deland Eggleston Richards and Pyle among others. The list features fairy tales legends nature myths and stories for children with classic figures such as Joan of Arc Napoleon and Baron Munchausen. A note promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a reliable medicine from Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Co.

Hoxie C. D Holbrook Florence Lang Andrew Mable H. W Mabie Harris J. C Aaron Remus Roulet M. F. Nixon Aunt Naomi Wiggin K. D Smith N. A Wilson, G. L

Fifty Years Ago This Day Ninety Years Ago Piracy Trial

Nathaniel Orden Willhieen Warren and David Hale faced federal court in New York for piracy tied to the slave trade. The offense was described as being engaged in the slave trade, which carried the death penalty.

Nathaniel Orden Willhieen Warren David Hale Federal New York

McClellan Death Context From Civil War Era Note

Twenty five years ago today General George TP McClellan is mentioned as succeeding Scott and leading the Army of the Potomac against Robert E. Lee. The note recalls his presidential run against Lincoln and later governorship in New Jersey, with a death tied to Orange.

George TP McClellan Little Mae Winfield Scott Army of the Potomac Robert E. Lee Orange McClellan Lincoln Weed New Jersey

Fifty Years Ago Sunday Oct 30 Context

A brief note recalls an October 30 anniversary with a quoted phrase from the New York Tribune about extending carrier pigeon service to the Associated Press to cover incoming European steamers, reflecting historical press logistics.

Enterprise The New York ‘Tribune Associated Press

Panama Canal Plan Sought For $120 Million

Twenty five years ago on a Sunday Ferdinand de Lesseps asked the Vrepes government for 120 million dollars to fund the construction of the Panama canal.

Ferdinand de Lesseps Vrepes Panama Canal

Jean Huysmans Ladies Tailor In Chicago Promises Fit

A Chicago firm offers custom suits at the price of ready made with a guaranteed fit. Before buying used clothing, consult Jean Huysmans the Ladies' Tailor for tailored garments crafted to measure.

Chicago Jean Huysmans Saif

How's your bow getting along in the big city

A neighbor asks how the farmer's bow is faring in town. The farmer replies that the animal is popular in newspapers, noted as a frequent joy rider and a familiar figure among city stories.

Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days With PAZO Ointment

PAZO OINTMENT guarantees cure for itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days or money back. Effective fast relief offered with refund option.

His Jumping Off Spot on Death Bed Request to Towns

A note from an actor who wrote from seter to a Chicago friend asks to be brought to any one of several towns on his death bed, claiming there is no place on earth he could leave with less regret. The message emphasizes a wistful wish to die among familiar places.

Chicago Times of India Ite Rahu Ketu India

Foley’s Honey and Tar Cough Remedy Featured by Lemmon’s Pharmacy

For more than three decades Foley's Honey and Tar has been a household favorite for coughs colds and throat chest and lung ailments. Contains no opiates. Lemmon's Pharmacy McElhinney Drug Co.

Foley Lemmon’s Pharmacy McElhinney Drug Co

The Skin as a Vital Organ and Health Guide

A historical health piece emphasizes skin as a vital organ regulating body heat and waste, detailing sweat glands, epidermis and derma, bathing, hair care, and scalp hygiene. It covers dandruff prevention, cleansing, brushing, massage, and cautions on dyes, with guidance on complexion, diet, acne treatment, and Roentgen therapy in severe cases.

Realism on Stage Told by Joseph Jefferson

In a reception at which Joseph Jefferson spoke the actor critiqued modern stage realism. He mocked real dogs on set and warned that realism with a tall tale wag in the wrong place is dangerous.

Joseph Jefferson Jefferson Schneider Scheider New York Post

Aunt Sally’s Debbil Crabs Story

A Baltimore family’s ok negro cook Aunt Sally showcases seafood skill in a tale where her nephew asks if debbil crabs come from the debbil. She replies crabs are debbil to make but not from the debbil, as recounted in the St. Louis Republic.

Baltimore Sally Chile St. Louis Republic

Oath of Office Described for Incoming President

The article presents the constitutional oath for the incoming president. It states the pledge to faithfully execute the duties of the president and to preserve protect and defend the Constitution of the United States to the best of the oath taker’s ability. The wording is succinct and foundational to the office.

United States Amy Ealet

Her Cooking and the Appetite of a Homebound Patient

An fragment from the Chillleothe Herald notes a patient speaking about meals at home. The Deetor questions appetite while admiring the wife’s cooking, and a suggestion about dining at a restaurant appears as a stray exchange.

Chillleothe Herald

Halloween events light up the town with dances and gatherings

Mrs Laura Maxwell hosts a Monday social for ladies and clubs at her home while St James and St Rese celebrate with a Sunday program at the school. Junior Formb club plans a progressive evening. Gora Teeter Stewart Romola Latchem and Jotte Carson attend a skating party with friends. Blitt Grayson hosts a school friends skating night. About sixty youths attend a dance at Hall with jack o lanterns and music by M r Wilson Miss Edee Boyee and Miss Marjorie Hebner from 8 to 11. We llome Missionary Society meets at Mrs J M Wilson’s Wes Main St. 62 dollars raised for missionary work after refreshments. Miss Mike C Lewis treats millinery store girls to a prize dinner at her home with a haunted evening walk and jack o lanterns. Ghosts hob goblins spooky fortune telling flash photos conclude the night.

Gora Teeter Stewart Romola Latchem Jotte Carson M. Wilson Edee Wellome Missionary Society J. M. Wilson Wes Main Street Mike C. Lewis Milllinery Lewis

Queen Esther Meeting Held at Mrs Da Home

The regular Queen Esther meeting will be held Monday at the home of Mrs Chas Da on East Second Street. A brief gathering is planned with possible discussion of upcoming activities and community involvement.

Chas. da East Second Street

Big Democratic Rally At Graham This Afternoon

A large crowd gathered in Graham for a Democratic rally this afternoon. Speakers included Claude Porter for governor and Joe Pollard for congress. The event began at 2 15 after arrival by mobile from Columbus at 1 00 pm with music from the Keota i band and the Washington band providing entertainment.

Graham Claude Porter Governor Joe Pollard Congress Mobile Columbus Keotai Band Washington Band

Foley Kidney Pills Advertises Health Cure

An old classified style ad promotes Foley Kidney Pills claiming to strengthen the kidney and bladder, regulate bodily functions, and relieve backache with ingredients listed by Lemmon's Pharmacy and McKinney Drug Co.

Lemmon's Pharmacy Mckihinney Drug Co

House Plants Watering Danger in Winter

Cautioned guidance warns against watering house plants in winter when days are short and light is weak. Soil stays cool and damp, risking slowed growth and root problems as excess moisture reduces soil temperature and hinders vigorous plant activity.

Miller's Dypepsia Cure Advertisement Claim

An old advertisement touts Miller's Dypepsia Cure as a remedy for indigestion that supposedly aids digestion without restricting diet. It markets the product as a medicine to aid the stomach and digestive function, with sales framed around relief of stomach trouble.

Miller

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