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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1910

Page

8

Fine legal work in mortgage drafting for bond issues

The piece explains the high cost and length of drafting a large mortgage used to issue bonds. It covers word choice risks, expert etymologists, legal decision references, inter firm reviews, multi county or state recording, and final bond market placement, citing T.8. Dayton in the New York Tribune.

Dayton New York Tribune

Notable Author Heneage Jesse Spurned British Jeamnes

The late John Heneage Jesse, famed author, distrusted the British Jeamnes to the point of phobia. He was seen in St James Street on a drawing room day, dipping his stick into a road puddle and mocking passing footmen with coarse language.

John Heneage Jesse St. James’ Street

Will He Still Love Me When I Grow Old

In a Chicago News exchange Clarice warns Mildred that predicting lasting love is uncertain but hints at future revelation as their engagement is noted. The轻 tone reflects a domestic world worried about aging and devotion.

Mildred George Clarice Chicago News

When Conversation Lags and Self Talk Drops Off

The Chicago Record-Herald notes that some people speak little because they run out of topics about themselves and cannot think of new material to share.

Chicago Record-Herald

Laughing Cheerfulness Brightens All Paths in Life

Quotable line from Richter emphasizes joy as a guiding force. The sentiment links happiness to resilience and better outlooks in daily living.

Richter

German lawyers banned from advertising fixed fees by law

Law in Germany strictly fixes attorney fees based on object value and bans advertising. Rechtsanwalt must reside in appointed district and uphold a public service image with strict conduct rules. Anwaltskammern enforce punishments, including possible expulsion, preserving lawyers' respected position.

England United States Anwaltskammern Germany

Tasmanian Nicknames From A Convict Settlement

The New York Press notes Tasmania as a fertile island south of Melbourne known for fruit orchards and a large cannery producing jams and preserves. Locals are called jam eaters and the land is described as the land of sleep a lot, with Tasmanians calling themselves Tastes.

Tasmania Commonwealth Melbourne England Antipodes Tasman van Dieman New York Press

The Test of Greatness on Drury Lane Move

Elliston moved from London to Birmingham where he knew few in his company. After reprimanding a sharp growing actor who threatened to eject him he learned the man was Mr A a great man. The lessee of Drury Lane decided such a figure must not waste talent in Birmingham and hired him on the spot for Drury Lane.

Elliston London Birmingham Drury Lane

His Method: Watery Eyes and a Horse Tale

A visiting girl points out a horse with watery eyes and a cough, noting it resembles her papa's horse. The owner asks what was done, and she answers that her papa sold the horse, in a Pearson's Weekly style vignette.

Papa Pearson's Weekly

Rules For Dress Quote From Lord Chesterfield

A concise reflection on dress etiquette urging one to tailor clothes well and fit properly to avoid an awkward air, attributed to Lord Chesterfield, emphasizing refinement over fashion.

Lord Chesterfield

The Object of Dispute Exchange Quips on Wall Street

A witty saying quotes traders asking if they were bull or bear, answering that they were sought after by both sides. The remark captures market humor about investors during Wall Street activity.

Wall Street

Settlement Work

A Liouston Post snippet notes a man who has come into a fortune and has taken up settlement work. The exchange hints the money resolves debts and suggests the new effort will keep him busy.

Liouston Post

His Night Work

A witty exchange from the Baltimore American features a father remarking he is the floor walker as a baby boss and his mother the superintendent illustrating office roles with a humorous line about hierarchy.

Baltimore

Jewelry Galore in a Dazzling Display

A Life magazine style note describes Mrs Hoyle covered with jewels and Mrs Doyle confirming the scene, remarking on whether the gems belong to mineral or animal realms in a vivid, tongue in cheek moment.

Franklin quote on care and knowledge

A historical quotation stating that lack of care causes more harm than lack of knowledge. Attributed to Benjamin Franklin, conveying practical wisdom on diligence and prudence.

Franklin

Public sale notice at residence near Brighton and Verdi

Auction listing for Sept 28 1910 at 10 am. Sale includes horses cattle hogs chickens crops and farming equipment with terms 12 month credit over $10 and cash under $10. Auctioneers J L Tucker Austin Sutherland clerk A B Endicott. Lunch by Christian church ladies.

Brighton Verdi Ladies of Christian Church J. L. Tucker Austin Sutherland A. B. Endicott

Public sale on farm near Washington features livestock and geese

Auction lists eight head of horses and mules, hogs, cattle, sheep and geese. Listings include two yearling mules, colts, a thoroughbred Galloway bull, 50 black faced sheep, 28 additional sheep plus 20 Toulouse geese and hens. Sale on Tuesday September 20 at 10 am. Terms include 12 month credit with notes at 6 percent interest.

Washington Wellman Road Poland W. A. McCall Austin Sutherland J. B. Crayne

ZEMO Promoted as Cure for Eczema by McElhinney Drug Co

An advertisement touts ZEMO as a guaranteed external remedy for eczema and scalp conditions. It claims one application relieves itching and a bottle cures minor cases, with widespread availability through McElhinney Drug Co in over 2,000 towns and cities.

Woddbury Woodbury New York Woodbury Company West 34Th Street McElhinney Drug Company Washington McElhinney Drug Co ZEMO America McElhinney Drug Store

Public Auction at WM Fallon Farm Near West Chester Keota

Health concerns force sale at public auction starting 10 a m Wednesday September 21 on the Fallon farm 1 mile south and 3 miles west of West Chester 6 miles southeast of Keota. The sale includes seven head of horses nineteen head cattle forty one hogs farm machinery oats corn straw stock and chickens with real estate of 80 acres and staged payments with dates through 1918.

Colorado West Chester Keota Poland WM. J. Fallon Austin Sutherland

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Steck’s Steck's Steck’s Jewelry Store Steck Crone, Oriez & CO Farmers & Merchants State Bank Capital B. A. White Sam'l L. Thompson R. L. Coulter W. A. White Melhinney Iowa Gas & Electric CO Cicero East Side John Shields Ohio Hocking Coal WM. A. Whiting & Son
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