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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
7
Rochester Minn September 17 Governor Johnson's condition this morning showed decided improvement. Doctors are encouraged by the outlook for his recovery. He has had gradual improvement in the last day with a slight nausea episode last night and no opiates taken since an operation.
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson returns to Washington after a Western tour praising prosperity in the West. He notes rising land prices as farmers buy more farms and wealth increases, while meat prices stay high and not expected to fall soon. He cites ranch consolidation and dry land farming as factors for future growth in crops and livestock.
Omaha Sept 17 The Fraternal Order of Eagles convention became a city celebration with a large parade at the parade featuring 3000 uniformed members and bands. Visiting Eagles led the procession as divisions of their chapters arrived, while Louisville appears poised to host next year’s convention ahead of St. Louis.
New York Sept 17 a brief will of HL Harriman disposes of nearly all his estate to his widow Averill Harriman. Wall Street estimates place total assets around 100 090 000 with the widow receiving the bulk of realty and other holdings. Daughters and other relatives are said to be provided for through gifts and trusts established during his lifetime.
Chicago bankers meeting shows strong opposition to postal banks and to deposit guaranty proposals. The nominating committee unanimously named Lewis F. Pierson of Irving National Exchange Bank New York for president and E O Watts of First National Bank Nashville for vice president with no vocal support for the postal plan or deposit guarantees.
The speaker recalls a trip to Canada where they went out in a boat and shot rapids described as the loveliest seen. A companion confirms the activity with a yes, noting the decfi moment in the diary-like exchange.
Poem-like quote attributed to Southey. Appears as a standalone aphorism printed without context or attribution details. Notable for its paradoxical idea challenging initial appearances.
The churches schedule a Sabbath School at 9:30 a.m. A prayer service for all women is set for 3 p.m. Senior Endeavor meets at 6:15. All other services will be dismissed for a Union service at the First church.
Sunday school at 9 30. Class meeting at 10 30. Public service at 11 00. Epworth League at 6 15. Evening service at 7 30. Preaching both morning and evening by the pastor. Mid week prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30. Miss Charlotta Webb a deaconess will be here next week to assist the pastor. U S Smith pastor.
Sabbath school at 10, morning service at 11 with subject Matter and the Golden Text from Jeremiah 8 19. Wednesday evening meeting at 7 45. Free reading room hours 2 30 to 4 30 pm Monday Wednesday Saturday over Crail's store. all invited.
Sabbath school at 9 45 morning service at 11 00 conducted by Dr Orr on What one can do to help his fellowmen Junior Endeavor at 5 00 Senior Endeavor at 6 15 Evening service at 7 30 with Plan of Salvation Simplified Dr Orr A cordial invitation to all Mass meeting for men at 3 00 pm with address by Dr Orr Subject The Devil s Detective service for all men and boys
A fragmented note references rivalries and social games, mentioning a woman called the Lady and a man nicknamed Weary Bill. The text hints at repeated visits and lingering tensions among acquaintances, framed as humorous or taunting chatter.
Washington D C Sept 17 Charles H Treat, U S treasurer, resigned his office today to take effect Oct 1. No successor has been chosen yet.
An exchange unfolds as Miss Passe questions the meaning behind a remark about her teeth being like stars. A lady friend coyly suggests the teeth come out at night, delivering a humorous urban vignette.
The article extols Pure Foods and Pure Medicines as improving health and happiness while noting not all medicines are worthless. It cites Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as compliant with pure food and drug laws and still a standard American remedy for female ills. It mentions chop suey as a long cherished delicacy.
The royal Bengal tigress remains at large along the Marseilles water front after escaping a steamer. Police and gendarmes on walls and armed boats with searchlights patrol the docks as a single sighting yielded shots with no effect. The three year old cat, captured in Sumatra six months ago, disrupts dock work and causes inconvenience.
A brief classroom exchange has the teacher asking Freddie if he has lived in Chicago all his life. Freddie replies that he has not yet, prompting a concise moment of young dialogue about residence.
Last month to pay taxes to avoid penalty. Come in and settle dues. J. A. McCoy, County Treasurer, 7616 Doe County.
A brief notice announces an upcoming schedule change at The Star theater with new program nights on Monday Wednesday and Friday. The notice includes the motto We Strive to Please and emphasizes audience appeal.
At the Peking palace dog association show in London Mrs. Cross's China dog CheEar won Pierpont Morgan's prize of 100 guineas. Mrs. Cross refused a 25 000 dollar down payment for the little Chin about 200 an ounce. Plenty of dogs in China, but this was a perfect palace pup.
The listing promotes Napoleon the Man of Destiny as a premier historical picture and notes A Home at Last as a good drama. It also highlights A Cure for Rheumatism as a good comedy, showcasing a varied program with notable titles.
The Star reports a wrestling match where Fred Sampson known as the Rubber Kid of Minneapolis faced Mort Chance Lawrence Waters and Charles Welch. Sampson aimed to throw all three in forty minutes. after 37 minutes the match ended with Chance thrown in six minutes Waters in thirteen and Welch at eighteen minutes. Local competitors fared well for their first outing in the sport.
A terse dialogue hints a man lacking sense in rain and a wife seeking relocation to Arizona. The exchange implies tension over his judgment and a plan to move, reflecting domestic strain and possible relocation motives.
An old remedy returns in vogue to darken hair. Sage tea, once made fresh every few days, is now offered as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur. Marketed to restore color, prevent hair loss, and promote growth, the product sells for 50c or 1.00 and is available through druggists or direct from Wyeth Chemical Co.
A domestic comedy features George warned against excessive attentiveness as a spouse, with bantering quips about controlling affection. The scene centers on marital dynamics and humorous tension.
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