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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1903

Page

4

Spangler Sues Dellarpert For Ten Thousand In Alienation Trial

In district court Judge Scott presides as J A Spangler of Wayne Iowa sues Frank M Dellarpert Crawfordsville for ten thousand dollars claiming alienation of his wife’s affections. Opening statements delivered. twelve witnesses for the plaintiff and several for the defense, with jurors seated.

Scott J. A. Spangler Wayne Iowa Frank M. Dellarpert Crawfordsville L. A. Palmer Mr. Pleasant P. J. Hanley Richer & Wilson DeHarpert WP. J. Hanley Spangler Platotill Planntif

No Frost Report Dismissed in Local Area

No frost occurred in this community last night as cloud cover protected the area and a low of 3645 was not reached. Nearby towns reported damage in Nebraska and Kansas while Polk County farmers tried Sage the Crop Director's smoke-smudge method to insulate corn fields through the night.

W. A. Cook Nebraska Kansas Polk County Sage

Farmer John Flamder Dies After Strychnine Drink

In Harper Sept 17 John Flamder a farmer between Harper and Heath took strychnine at about eight oclock last evening and died before help arrived. He was known to struggle with liquor and appeared temporarily insane. A jury ruled he died from self administered poison during a personal crisis while temporarily insane. Flamder had lived in the community about six years.

Harper Evening Journal John Flamder Heath Flamder Keota Dr. Dittman

Round About Kioumont News Highlights

Kioumont reports a batch of local notes including the Bockhursts selling corn to Lem Cherry, Dr Chittum set to establish in a new cottage, John Shalla traveling to Ravinia Nebraska, Miss Bertha Grady boarding with David Wieland, and Lloyd Sharpe reportedly ill. Also mentions hospital stay for Sydney Seaberry with limb-saving hopes, visits from Mr White and son of Pittsburg, and travelers to Havre for a McFarlane reception. Three hog shipments and seven cars of care noted along with cattle deliveries to Fisher Augustine.

Bockhurst Bros Dr. Chittum John Shalla Ravinna Nebraska Seaberry Keokuk Sydney Mr. White Pittsburg Adam Guy White Guy R. FP. McFarlane May McFarlane Havre Lou McFarlane Mr. TD Kilgore Michigan F. W. Carlson Fisher & Augustine

Oklahoma lineups and social notes from week start

Sept l B Tipton and Gardner start for Oklahoma this Tuesday evening. Nellie Wilson of Washington visited Grace Eyestone over Sunday. J K Gardner returned from his South Dakota trip last Saturday morning.

Local Visitors and Occupancy Changes Reported

Sept 17 notes include Eva Love returning from Greeley Colorado to visit sister Mrs R L Orr, Dyas A Stewart returning to McConnellsville Otto, J G Rowan from Washington visiting brother R J Rowan, A J Peterson selling restaurant to H B Crozier with possession next Monday, and trips by W K Acheson Stewart Ford and Chas Porter to Oklahoma and Texas. Additional visits include Bertha Booth from Washington to sister Mrs FF G Sands, Oljbert of Kirkwood Ill visiting cousin CO G TMellek, Grace Simmons of Columbus Junction visiting parents John and Mrs Touseal, Albert Donovan a business visitor, John Lee from Crawfordsville city visitor.

Eva Love R. L. Orr Greeley Colo Dyas A. Stewart McConnellsville Otto J. G. Rowan Washington R. J. Rowan A. J. Peterson H. B. Crozier W. K. Ache Albert Donovan John Lee Crawfordsville

Local Social Notes and Travels Mention Several Residents

Sept 17 updates show Miss Elizabeth Alberson of Sheldon visiting her brother David Gordon, and James Hawthorne departing for Prescott Iowa to visit his brother. Julius Conger returns from Washington after Edith Parrish wed Dr G H Pratt. Mr and Mrs James Hulick of Ainsworth spend a day with town friends. John H Cherryholmes ill at his son LD Cherryholmes home, in dangerous condition briefly, then improving. Elizabeth Moore of Washington visits brother James Maxwell.

Elizabeth Alberson Sheldon David Gordon James Hawthorne Prescott Iowa D. J. Norton, Jr Washington Julius Conger Edith Parrish G. HL. Pratt James Hulick Ainsworth John H. Cherryholmes LD. Cherryholmes Tie Elizabeth Moore James Maxwell

LAY CORNERSTONE OF FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST

The cornerstone laying ceremony at the First Church of Christ, Scientist, occurred this afternoon at two o'clock. Oscar Solbrig, the church’s first reader, cited Bible verses and Science and Health passages, followed by silent prayer and the Lord's Prayer. Frank Moore laid the cornerstone, then Solbrig read further from Science and Health and the church manual's daily prayer.

Church of Christ, Science Oscar Solbrig Frank Moore Solbrig Science and Health

Notice W. R. C. Regular meeting next Saturday

W R C members urged to attend a regular meeting next Saturday with business of importance. George DeLong of Richland passed through on Milwaukee No 4 this afternoon for Muscatine and will return tonight via the Rock Island route through this city. Patronize Johnson the best baker in town.

George DeLong Richland Milwaukee Muscatine Rock Island Johnson

Bridal Lane Signifies Edith Parrish Wed Grafton Pratt

Mrs. F. F. Parrish hosted Edith Mary Parrish and Grafton Henry Pratt in a simple wedding last evening. The Kooking Klub formed a lover's lane, Florence Parrish played Lohengrin’s Wedding March, and guests congratulated the couple after a luncheon amid marguerites and asters.

F. F. Parrish Edith Mary Grafton Henry Pratt Kooking Klub Miss Parrish Florence Parrish Mr. Pratt L. D. Young Washington Dr. Pratt J. G. Pratt Elizabeth Pratt Ilazel Eden Julius Conger The Frank Sage Journal

Wanted and For Sale Classified Notices

Taken Up Ray white face mare shod on all fours weight about 1000 Apply at Journal office Wanted A woman to assist in general housework Inquire at Journal office 8 St For Sale a trio of ponies harness re east Address Mrs Dr Me Far Keota Iowa 7 1 tw

Journal Office Journal Offce Me Far Keota Lowa

By Laws Change Debated By DH Members Tonight

The D of H will debate and vote on a by laws change this evening. All members are requested to attend. By order of Ella Hout, L of HH.

D. of H Ella Hout L. of

Exclusive Beacon coal sale by John Shields and Son

Beacon coal described as furnace grade coarse no clinkers. Limited exclusive sale offered by John Shields and Son encouraging immediate purchase.

Beacon John Shields & Son

Johnson's Bakery Exclusive Early

The sole source for bakery goods is Johnson's, promoting exclusive availability at the store.

Johnson's

Lyman Twins and Big Company at the Graham

The Lyman twins headline tonight at the Graham in a program titled At the Races. The act features a marquee trio performing in a lively show with music comedy and crowd-pleasing routines.

Lyman Twins Big Company Graham

Five Cent Social At Methodist Church Parlor

The Queen Esther Circle hosts a five cent social in church parlors tomorrow evening. Doors open at 7:00. Tome-made candies will be on sale. Strangers are invited to mingle and get acquainted with locals. all are welcome.

Queen Esther Methodist Church

Johnson's Bread Tops Six Loaves for Twenty-Five Cents

A small ad proclaims Johnson's offering six loaves of bread for twenty five cents. The notice emphasizes value and may reflect a competition among local bakers. The exact dates and locations are not specified.

Johnson's

Notice to Subscribers on Paper Delivery Service

Report any negligence by carrier boys promptly to this office. We have no knowledge of service imperfections unless reports are submitted at the office.

Iowa Central Home Visitors Excursions to Ohio and Indiana

Iowa Central announces annual Home Visitors Excursions on Sept 1 8 15 and Oct 6 with return limit of 30 days from sale. For rates contact agents or A B Cutts G P T Iowa Central Ry ST nn. LOW ONE WAY RATES TO THE COAST. Special one way colonists excursion tickets to California Oregon Washington Idaho and Montana at reduced rates. Tourist cars run weekly via Santa Fe System.

Iowa Central A. B. Cutts Minneapolis Minn Ohio Indiana Iowa Central Ry ST Nn California Oregon Washington Idaho Montana Santa Fe

Wade and His Beggar Prince Opera Company at Graham

Wade and his Beggar Prince Opera Company will perform at Graham Saturday evening with seat sales opening tomorrow. The local arts listing notes a likely evening performance and ticket availability.

Wade Prince Opera Company Graham

Through to California Without Change of Cars Inaugural Tour

The Iowa Central will start its regular winter tourist car service to Southern California on Oct 21st and run each Wednesday during the season. It departs from Albert Lea 1 30 p m and reaches Los Angeles 8 00 a m next Sunday, with stops at Mason City Hampton Eldora Marshalltown Grinnell Oskaloosa and others. Double lower berth rates are 6 00 from Albert Lea and 5 59 from Marshalltown and south. For rates and reservations contact agents or A B G P TA.

Iowa Cental California Albert Lea Mason City Hampton Eldora Marshallttown Grinnell Oskaloosa Kansas City Santa Fe New Mexico Arizona Los Angeles Ablert. Lea Marshalstowne South A. B G. P

Dr Kings New Life Pills Ad Promises Quick Rebalance

An old advertisement promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as a gentle yet thorough remedy for irregular living and its organ effects. It claims relief from constipation headaches and liver trouble and notes the product costs 26 cents at Stewart s Drug Store.

Special Summer Excursion Rates to the West

The Iowa Central Railway announces special summer excursion rates from Brighton for June 1 to September 30 1903. Destinations include Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs Salt Lake City Ogden Deadwood Lead City Hot Springs and Custer with varying round trip prices. For folders and rates contact Iowa Central or A B Cutts G P and T A Minneapolis Minnesota.

Iowa Central Railway Brighton Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Colo Glenwood Springs Salt Lake City Ogden Utah Deadwood Lead City Hot Springs Custer A. B. Cutts Minneapolis Minn

Half rates to Chicago for centennial celebration

The Iowa Central offers excursion tickets for the Chicago centennial event in Lll Illinois from September 26 to October 1. Tickets go on sale September 26 27 and 28 with a return limit of October 5 1903. Particles: check with ticket agents for details.

Chicago Lll Iowa Central

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