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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1909

Page

2

Trial Nears End in Moothart v Great Western Land Co

Court proceedings close in the Moothart versus Great Western Land Company case as evidence and arguments wrap up. Jurors named include Harvey Haskins Charles McCombs D B Twinam Chas McMillan Obo Weiland R C McCleary Clyde Hahn T T Maxwell J M Bickford E Fulton F W Werner and George Fetes. Electric Bitters touted as health builder for weak or run down persons at 50 cents guaranteed by J E Lemon.

Moothart Great Western Land Company M Harvey Haskins Charles McCombs D. B. Twinam Chas. McMillan Obo Weilland R. C. McCleary Clyde Hahn T. T. Maxwell J. M. Bickford E. Fulton F. W. Werner George Fetes J. E. Lemmon

Hats and millinery notes fill town scenes

Local notes show Mrs. D J Norton at Keota and 200 trimmed hats on display at Miss Lewis. Several residents travel for business, visits, or work in Des Moines Tex as Corpus Christi and Denver. Upcoming events include Miss Helen Kobisk fall millinery opening September 22 23 24 and a theatre show Tempest and Sunshine at the Graham on Sept 28.

WV. F. Mann Graham Mary J. Holmes South Side Helen Kobisk

Deaths and movements noted in local column

The column records the death of Houston Dewitt Fishburn aged 66 in Guide Rock Nebraska with funeral details, and lists many local residents traveling for juror duty, visits, or business to Kansas City Havre Fairfield Columbus Junction and other towns. It notes relatives attending the Guide Rock funeral and traces Fishburn's family history from Indiana to Iowa to Kansas.

Houston Dewitt Fishburn Madison Tucker Havre James Fishburn Fishburn Crawfordsville Guide Rock Nebraska Staunton Baptist Church J. M. Steeley Delaware County Indiana Henry County Iowa Washington County Hannah Davis Chapman Jewell County Kansas Cole Abraham Lincoln Iowa Cavalry Sherman J. E W. H Portland Texas Alice Rinard Clinton Oklahom Burr Oak Chas Martha Pollard South Pasadena Calif David A Sadie W. FL Martha David Far West

Behold How He Loves Me Sermon by Dr Orr

Dr Orr spoke on John 11 36 misquoting to read Behold how He loves me emphasizing Christ love for Lazarus and all humanity. He described Jesus earthly life humility trials and intercession and urged gratitude leading to three converts after the appeal. The program featured Fo Sherman, Miss Mike Lewis, and Professor Madrigal in solos and a duet.

Dr. Orr John Lazarus Christ Hell Fo Sherman Mike Lewis Madrigal

Big Rural Route Ball Game Draws Crowds Saturday

Local teams from Washington routes two and three prepare for a hearty baseball clash led by Dick Elwell and Curtis McClellan. Proceeds fund road equipment purchases under the good roads movement, making this a community event for every taxpayer.

Ball Park Dick Ilwell Curtis McClellan Washington Dick Elwell Invincibles Cubs Giants Pirates

Marriage at Riverside Church of Emma Kotek and John Frank

Morning ceremony at the ary's church in Riverside united Emma Kotek and John Frank with Rev. Jacobmeier officiating. Fred Frank, brother of the groom, served as escort to the bride as Miss Albin Horn attended as maid of honor.

Theary’s Riverside Emma Kotek John Frank Er Jacobmeier Fred Frank Albin Horn

W R C Ladies Dinner Meeting Details

The W R C dining room committee will meet at the Hebner home Friday at 7 30 p m. They plan the dinner set for Thursday September 30.

W. R. Cs Hebner

Graham Theatre Reservation Notice

Patrons may request seat reservations by telephone only until 8 00 p m If unclaimed by then seats return to sale Doors open 7 30 p m Curtain rises 8 15 p m

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Widely Sold

From a small beginning the sale and use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has extended to all parts of the United States and to many foreign countries. It has proved especially valuable for coughs and colds. For sale by F. L. Stolte and Lemmon's Pharmacy.

Chamberlain United States F. L. Stolte Lemmon

Free Auto Rides Boost City Game Benefit

Automobile owners plan free trips to and from the ball game next Saturday to support the good roads movement. The game serves as a fundraiser, with drivers offering free transport to encourage attendance and show community backing. Curty McClellan notes a stiff bout with a sixteen foot sapling bat, promising a hard hitting display.

Good Roads Movement Good Roads Curty McClellan

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