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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1907
Page
4
A historical note explains the ship's bell as the mariner's clock marking nautical days from noon, with eight bells at the end of each half hour cycle. It covers the routine aboard a man-of-war including the orderly, officer of the deck, messenger, and captain confirming eight bells and wound chronometers at 8 a.m.
A concise note debunks common myths about snakes describing that no snake has a poison breath, nor can a snake fatally hurt or lure Jive at sunset, clarifying misconceptions in folklore.
A brief dialogue shows one person worried about ruining a hat while the other defends a used hat and prefers not to wet a new umbrella. The exchange captures small town economy tone and practical concerns.
Mrs Linnie VanHorn and Miss Grace Walker of Ainsworth visited the city today with friends. Ex Mayor Geo Ross regularly treats squirrels with sweet corn to keep them in the park and city. Miss Jennie Keating and John E Keating depart tonight for Milwaukee then New York State visiting relatives in Saratoga Herkimer Utica and New York City with the Grand Army group.
Members are informed of the annual election of officers to be held Friday evening September 6 1907. Attendance is requested as it is their duty to be present and refreshments will be served after the election.
Notice to the public states Dr A A Sandy has moved to the Mrs Rork property on East Washington Street with telephone 475. Dr H L Courtright's office and residence numbers remain as listed in the directory.
The claim states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung trouble is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law because it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults and sold by all druggists.
Judge Preston adjourned court until next Monday morning. The McIntire guardianship ended with Lafayette Coop named permanent guardian. The grand jury list of seventy five names will be prepared by the county board next Monday and selections made Tuesday. The new grand jury reports next Saturday at 1:30. Beenblossom divorce cross examinations set for Sept 9 at 10 yclock. Miller Morrison case dismissed at plaintiff cost. other docket entries include guardianships and trustee appointments with bonds and reports.
Our local team traveled to Richland and lost 11 to 0 in a decisive game. The Richland battery overwhelmed the visitors throughout the contest. A return match is planned next week, with hopes the Richland squad visits again for another sensational exhibition.
Eleven members of the Saratoga party depart tonight aboard a Milwaukee train to attend the National encampment of the G A R in Saratoga New York. The Iowa delegation includes State Commander Col. D J Palmer and Mrs Palmer Capt J J Kellogg Mrs R A Riley Miss Merle Saunders Mrs John Bryson Miss Jennie Keating John E Keating and Mr and Mrs Hide of Oskaloosa. Mrs Bryson will visit Chicago and Lafayette Ind. The group anticipates a delightful trip.
The Journal office showcases a giant tomato from M. H. Sweet, weighing one pound ten ounces with a circumference of one foot three inches. Though the year’s tomato crop isn’t top notch, this specimen stands out as exceptionally fine and would feed a whole family.
Mrs. J. B. Crooks invited several young ladies to meet Miss Myrtle Evans of Columbus Ohio who is staying at the Crooks home. Afternoon was pleasant and refreshments were served.
The Ready Maids met last evening at Miss Helen Wilson’s East Washington street home. This was the final meeting there for some time as Miss Wilson departs tomorrow for LaGrange, Georgia to resume school work. Out of town guests included Miss Maud Erdice of Keota and Miss Myrtle Evans of Columbus, Ohio.
Mr and Mrs R T McCall entertained today in honor of Mr McCall's 76th birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Will McCall of West Chester Miss Elizabeth Johnson of Beaver Falls Pa Mr and Mrs Robert McCall Jr and Mrs Elizabeth Anderson.
The Queen Esther circle of the Methodist church held a successful penny social in the church parlors last evening. Items of various kinds were on sale. only a penny could buy them, and attendees were well supplied with pennies. Proceeds benefited the circle.
The Baptist church auditorium hosted a farewell recital for Miss Jessie Sage as she leaves for Chicago to join Walter Spry Piano School. The program featured many pupils, with Belle Jay singing All Aboard for Sleepy Town and numerous piano solos and duets showcasing Sage’s ten years of teaching success.
A recital program features Reverie and Prelude by Chopin with performers Marie Dittmer Whiting and others. It lists works including Valse Op 64 No 1 and pieces by Moelling Spindler Hollaender and March. Performers include Mary Cherry Lucile Miller Hazel Stewart Florence Barrett and Clare Jay.
Local notes detail Cotter residents visiting in the city and abroad with arrivals from Clarence Clarinda Monrose Oskaloosa Streator and Chicago. Other items include Sudden attack of disentery cured by Chamberlains remedy with a shopper testimonial and local sale notices.
Mrs. Fred Venner and guests attend the Sherm Welch residence as Margaret from Muscatine visits, with social details indicating a local gathering.
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