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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1910

Page

4

Sigourney Defeats Washington High in Season Opener

Sigourney beat Washington High 12 to 0 in a game dominated by the visitors forward pass. Brady scored on a 15 yard run after a forward pass and Wilcockson added a kickoff goal. another TD came on an interception return by Wilcockson who also kicked the extra point. Washington struggled with end runs and penalties as Sigourney’s more experienced squad controlled the game.

Sigourney Washington Highchool Washington Oskar Focal Eleven Brady Willcockson Wash Ony Keota Sntury High Sea Morning Sui

London scientist shows lips leave germs on gelatine

Mr Stephen Paget of the School of Economics in London presented a gelatine sample kissed by a man with clean lips to illustrate how quickly germs multiply on touched surfaces. He asserted that kissing the surface of gelatine produces a visible outline of one's lips with germs.

Stephen Paget School of Economics London England

Sows College of Dress Marking Announces Fall Class

Sows College of Dress Marking prepares to open fall classes offering students the chance to make their own tailored suits. Satis faction guaranteed. Over Klein Clothing store, 8213.

Klein Klothing

Electric Bitters Touted To Prevent Stress Breakdowns

Mrs. J. B. Van de Lande of Kirkland HL says Electric Bitters kept her from breaking down during a three month strain. The tonic is sold by J. Ke Lemmon and Lemmon's Pharmacy for 50 cents with a satisfaction guarantee.

J. B. van de Lande Kirkland J. KE. Lemmon Lemmon

Witty Exchange Reveals Marital Humor in Dialogue

Miss Bloohose taunts Mr Lobrow about his wife’s intellect. He concedes her mind fascinates while noting his habit of dozing off during her explanations of psychic energy or bridge whist.

Miss Bloohose Mr. Lobrow

HYOMEI Inhalant Promoted for Catarrh Relief

An advertisement promotes HYOMEL as an inhalant to relieve nasal stuffiness. It explains using HYOMEI with a bowl of steaming water and a towel, breathing the medicated vapor nightly. The ad notes prices of 50 cents for HYOMET and $1 for the full HYOMEI outfit.

Lemmon's Pharmacy Roy

How the Vault Was Entered by Slippery Jim

A police officer meets Weller and Stone importers to reveal a vault heist plan. Murphy, posing as a helper, is locked in the vault overnight and discovers the burglary attempt. Weller feigns alarm, then exposes Murphy, who is revealed as Slippery Jim, the suspected inside man.

Messrs Weller and Stone Mr. Weller Thomas Murphy Mr. Murphy Jim Jenkins

Treasury of 1866 political scandal and international turmoil

Fifty Years Ago Today notes a Washington charge alleging a deal among Judge Douglas the northern Democratic nominee a mining monopoly the New York Central railroad and Republican leaders to secure Lincoln’s election for financial gain. It also mentions Roumelia rebellion against Turkish rule and the deposed governor general. The piece calls for punishment of those who outraged Chinese citizens in Wyoming as demanded by the Chinese government.

Washington Douglas New York Central Railroad Lincoln Roumelia Wyoming

Pilot navigates Niagara rapids in small launch

Capt Klaus Larsen demonstrated passage through Whirlpool Rapids in a Ford style motor boat named Ferro. The launch drifted into an eddy near Niagara University and was towed ashore after engine failure. Larsen received congratulations in Lewiston for the 18 foot long craft voyage through the gorge.

Niagara Falls Klaus Larsen Ferro Lewiston Nigara University Larson War

Foley Kidney Pills Promised to Aid Kidney and Urinary Issues

The ad claims Foley Kidney Pills cure disease reduce backache headache nervousness loss of appetite and sleep troubles tied to kidneys or bladder. Lemmon's Pharmacy Me Elhinney Drug Co.

Foley Kidney Lemmon's Pharmacy Elhinney Drug Co

Moses and Animals Mentioned in Ancient Plague Lore

The text notes that Moses and Egyptians were aware rats spread plague. It also cites mentions from the Old Testament, along with references to cats and snakes revered in ancient Egypt.

Moses Egypt

Pioneer Washington Woman Adaline Campbell Patterson Dies

Mrs. Adaline Isabelle Campbell Patterson a longtime Washington resident and early Presbyterian Church member died yesterday at the city hospital at age seventy eight. She was born in Ohio May 5 1382 and married A H Patterson at nineteen. Survived by Campbell Patterson Will Patterson Charles Patterson and Mrs Belle Daugherty. Funeral held this afternoon at the Presbyterian church as court adjourned.

A. H. Patterson Washington City Hospital Presbyterian Church Adaline Isabelle Campbell Ohio Bayles Campbell Adaline Isabelle Walter McKinney India Giher Miss Campbell Washington County East Washington Street

For Sale Office Furniture and Household Items

For sale good desk carpets rugs dining room furniture kitchen furniture and cooking utensils in first class condition. Mrs D J Norton in flat over M W Bailey's law office call 11 to 12 am or 2 to 4 pm S4tSeod an

D. J. Norton M. W. Bailey

Cut Flowers Now In Stock At Wilber Mill Place

Advertisement from Wilber Millionk announces continuous stock of cut flowers starting September 1 with order by phone for prompt and careful service. Local business card style notes contact details and emphasis on ready availability.

Wilber

Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Quick Relief

An old advertisement promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy as a cure for long standing kidney trouble whether acute or chronic. It asserts the product can make users well and mentions Lemmon's Commas McBihinney Drug Co as a distributor.

Foley Varma Lemmon McBihinney Drug Co

Safe opened in Haskins after failed Sept. 9 robbery

The bank safe in Haskins was opened Saturday afternoon by a safe expert after a long effort. An explosion from nitro glycerine used earlier blew off part of the door. the safe yielded to the combination. Contents remained undisturbed from the night of Sept. 9 with no clues about the intruders.

Haskins

Ladies Aid Social at Lexington Methodist Church

The first division of the Ladies' Aid society at Lexington Methodist plans a social at the Bruce Gardner home on Wednesday evening. Ice cream cake peanut sandwiches pie and coffee will be served.

Ladies’ Aid Society Lexington Methodist Church Bruce Gardner

Funeral Held For Mildred Paris A Winfield Infant

The funeral for Mildred Lucile Paris daughter of Mr and Mrs ASH Faris of Winfield was held this afternoon at the Faris home on South Marion avenue conducted by Rev W K Sawiull with Rev S bE Greer assisting. The infant died at noon Saturday after about a week of illness. A brief service was held in Winfield yesterday afternoon.

Mildred Lucile Paris Ash. Faris Winfield Jp. Faris South Marion Avenue W. Kt. Sawiull S. Be. Greer

On Stage Costume Price Sparks Curious Exchange

On opening night a pretty young actress appeared in a striking costume. A front row spectator exclaimed it cost 8 000 francs, while her companion replied 2 500 francs, then fell quiet as their eyes met.

Annual Rainfall Averages and Water Storage Ponds

The report notes a yearly rainfall average around 30 inches with a historical estimate near 19 inches in a specific era. It explains one third of total precipitation stored in ponds and reservoirs, including the American share of the Great Lakes, and how these figures relate to regional water resources.

Great Lakes

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