Halloween customs observed across Washington and Europe
A survey of Halloween as a festival linked to All Souls and All Saints days, noting its European origins, Irish and Scottish traditions with fairies, and games such as snap apple. The article contrasts secular celebrations in country districts with church roots and mentions costumes and partner-finding customs.
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Hallowe'en
All Souls
Hallowe’en
Iallowe
Ireland
Scotland
Magnolia Quartet and Willie DeMott At West Chester Opera House
Magnolia Quartet members Fulton Parker Webb and Eyestone joined Willie DeMott for a West Chester show at the opera house. Morning reports claimed 75 seats sold to curb scalpers but the evening tally showed about 25 patrons. The group delivered fine songs and DeMott impressed with his dancing steps.
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Magnolia
Fulton
Parker, Webb
Eyestone
Willie DeMott
West Chester
Patriotism on display as city decorates for election day
Citizens showcase national pride with flags adorning homes and businesses. The piece notes decorations are extensive and that Republicans have been asked to leave their flags flying until after election day.
Assault and Battery Case Postponed In Black Trial
This morning the assault and battery case State of Iowa versus Black was postponed again due to illness of one attorney and rescheduled for two weeks from Monday.
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State of Iown
Election Supper Planned by Home Missionary Society
The Home Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church will host a supper in Smouse's Hall on election evening from 5 30 p m to midnight. Menu includes oysters and coffee baked beans bun and coffee.
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Home Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
Smouse’s Hall
Western Union agent to run new express wagon service
Regioning Monday agent Shearer will operate his own U. S. express delivery wagon with a new Washington Buggy Company wagon described as a dandy. Martin Casey, long time operator, will exit the business and Shearer will manage most deliveries with his elder son taking key duties.
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Shearer
Western Union
Martin Casey
Washington Buggy Company
Stable horse found with broken leg in Washington county
Samuel Logan of west Washington discovers a prized horse in his stable with a broken front leg. He cannot explain how the injury occurred, and the horse is unfit for work in the future, signaling a heavy loss for the owner.
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Samuel Logan
West Washington
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsements in Toledo
An 1880s Toledo advertisement offers a hundred dollar reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It presents J J Cheney & Co as honest partners and lists wholesalers Wrst TRAVUX Walding Kinnan Marvin. It promotes internal use of Hall's Catarrh Cure at 75 cents a bottle and claims testimonials are free.
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Hall
J. J. Chenty & Co
Props
Toledo
Ohio
I. J. Cheney
Wrst
Squirrel hunt accident leaves man resting weeks
Matt McFarland suffered a foot wound when his rifle discharged while starting a squirrel hunt last Saturday morning. The ball passed through the foot without breaking bones. Miss Clara Parkinson and Miss Kate Marbourg with a brother traveled from Washington and called on Dr. Wickham's Ainsworth Clipper on Sunday evening.
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Matt McFarland
Clara Parkinson
Kate Marbourg
Brother
Washington
Wickham
Ainsworth
Boston Ideal Uncle Tom's Cabin Company at The Graham
The Boston Ideal Uncle Tom's Cabin Company performs tonight at The Graham with shows priced 10 20 and 30 cents. An affordable evening features orchestral selections and specialties, suitable for families and children, and noted as the season's only Tom show in town.
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Boston Ideal
Uncle Tom’s Cabin Company
Graham
Boston Ideals Tom Show Offers 10 Cent Child Seats
Evening program advertises children priced at 10 cents for any seat in the house at the Boston Ideal's Tom show. The offer targets families seeking affordable entertainment tonight.
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Boston Ideal
Uncertain Invitation Party Ends Pleasantly With Guests
Last evening young men invited to an undisclosed party wandered before finding the right place. Miss Villa McCullough hosted unknowingly, while the young ladies arranged a surprise gathering. Refreshments and games followed as Masar Wilt Sherman John Wyle Verne Kerr Roy Albright and several Misses attended.
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Miss Villa McCullough
Masar
Wilt Sherman
John Wyle
Verne Kerr
Roy Albright
Villa McCullough
Louise Cunningham
Ethel Montgomery
Mame Samaon
Nellie Sampson
Edith Shields
Clara Lanning
Myrtle Morton
Lottie Cunningham
Baptist Church Services Tomorrow
Morning sermon titled Brotherly Love and an evening message The Supreme Choice Jesus or Barabbas to be delivered at the Baptist church.
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the Baptist Church
Jesus
Barabbas
Feed Stolen in South Washington Barns
Reports say hay was stolen from Mrs Sluff's barn in South Washington and some feed left at Will Harvey's barn. Local thievery continues with minor misdemeanors across the city, but no suspects have been found.
Fine China Pieces In New French Brands At Morris Jewelers
Large line of fine china including fruit and salad dishes and chop plates. All new goods in Haviland and other fine French china. N. Side 8q. W. Morris, Jeweler.
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Haviland
W. Morris
Special meeting called for work in first and second degrees
A notice lists a special meeting for Monday night November 2 for work in the first and second degrees. The item also notes J S White's October 25 birthday anniversary celebrated by family and friends with gifts and a dinner.
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J. S. White
Mike Roth
Wayland
Messrs
Jacobs
Nicola
J. M. White
Washington
Brighton Enterprise
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