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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1909

Page

2

Paul Company Defeats Postoffice 5–3 In Uneven Ball Game

In a weather-resilient two o clock clash, the Paul Company edged the Postoffice team 5 to 3. Veteran players Dick Elwell Harry Bell Bob McCall and Mert Bickford sparked offense and defense as Reese struck out ten for the Paul Company while Guthrie held the Postoffice bats in check. The tight contest, staged amid muddy excitement, hints at a rematch in the near future.

Ening Sky Paul Boys Dick Elwell Harry Bell Bob McCall Mert Bickford George Barett Howard Benn Post Office George Barrett Paul Company Mert Carl Guthrie Lee Ward Lee Paul Boys Reese Des Moines Benn Reese Lloyd Neal Nise Barrett Southwell Postoffice Boys

Star Theatre opens with moving pictures and songs

Local notices report the Star Theatre opening night at 7 30 7 50 with best moving pictures and illustrated songs. Bakers advertise Vienna bakery and party orders. Various locals visit towns and attend events while others return home from trips and visits to Keokuk Des Moines Crawfordsville and Moline.

The Star Theatre the Star Vienna Lloyd Neal Des Moines

Vienna bakery shelves boast salted peanuts and treats

Many townsfolk and visitors are named in a bustling downtown scene. Campers at Rubio break up after weeks, and residents from Des Moines Davenport Muscatine and Keota arrive for visits or travel. Local trains, moving pictures, and shop openings color the day.

Dance at Commercial club gymnasium next Thursday night

In Sociefy a dance is planned at the Commercial club gymnasium room next Thursday night with music by Maranna and Ogle of Iowa City. The Navajo club will meet tomorrow afternoon at Mrs. M. R. Meek's home on North Marion Avenue.

Alec Morrow Davenport J. &. Kunath Henry Glick W. A. Shannon Commercial Club Maranna and Ogle Iowa City Navajo Club M. R. Meek N. Marion Ave

Star Theatre Sold to Williams and Hawkins Shifts Tonight

Van Sickle and Crail sell the Star Theatre to George Williams of this city and Alfred Hawkins of Oskalovusa. They take immediate possession and will open for business Wednesday night, Sept. Both new owners have picture-show experience and pledge to maintain the theater’s high standard. Give them a trial.

van Sickle Crail Star Theatre George Williams Alfred Hawkins Oskalovusa

Busy Business Men and Miona Tablets Claim Quick Dyspepsia Cure

Health warning to busy men about eating habits and stomach strain. Miona tablets sold by Lemmon's Pharmacy for 50 cents a large box promise to aid digestion, cleanse the stomach and bowels, and restore vigor with a money back guarantee if not cured.

Lemmon's

Cigar Shop Promises Quality Brands for Every Budget

A young man favors a dressy cigar shape but the shop stresses its customers prefer quality. The store notes its brands educate customers to appreciate fine cigars and promises offerings to fit any price point, aiming to build steady patronage.

Testifies After Four Years About Kidney Remedy Cure

Carlisle Center New York resident G B Burhans reports four years after taking Foley's Kidney Remedy he remains free from kidney trouble and believes the cure is permanent. Lemmon's Pharmacy and McElhinney Drug Company advertise the remedy.

Carlisle Center N. Y G. B. Burhans Foley Lemmon's Pharmacy Mc-Elhinney Drug Company

Airdome to Launch Vaudeville This Week

The Airdome plans vaudeville starting Thursday September 9 with actor changes every three days. Evening shows include moving pictures and illustrated songs with 10 cent adult and five cent child admission. The Graham hosts Rowland Clifford on the 13th and Lyman Twins on the 14th with vaudeville and pictures when not booked.

Airdome Graham Rowland & Clifford Lyman Twins

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