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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1907
Page
4
In olden days grandmothers used natural remedies and Lydia E. Pinkham of Lynn Mass discovered a power in roots and herbs to treat women’s health issues more effectively than drugs.
Miss Adelaide Hanscom of Seattle wins the 400 prize for best emblem design for the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific exposition to be held in Seattle in 1906. Her scene features three female figures symbolizing the Pacific slope, orient, and Alaska with aurora in the background.
A wary reflection on good nature as a valued trait for women in society. The piece contrasts a well mannered but slow witted woman with a brighter, more entertaining type who is feared for sharp personal remarks.
New Zealand Parliament approves S37 by 37 to 26 to make women eligible for the upper chamber. The move ends a long standing restriction tied to the country’s earlier partial suffrage granted fourteen years ago.
The body of John Cook, an aged St Louis shoemaker, was found in Shady Line near Cahokia. He appears to have been clubbed to death. Thomas Ro Patton, recently deceased, treasurer of the Pennsylvania Masonic Grand Lodge, left his estate of 2,000,000 dollars to male orphans of Master Masons. The New Jersey Democrats nominated Frank S. Kelzenbach, ex mayor of Trenton, for governor and endorsed popular election of U S senators.
Mrs J W Applegate died at 6 30 PM at her home on East Jefferson Street after a brief illness due to pneumonia She leaves husband three children Grace aged 11 Charlotte 9 and Donald R In a long obituary she is remembered as a devout Presbyterian and loved member of the community Funeral services are set for tomorrow at 2 30 PM at the East Washington residence with Rev L D Young and burial in Elm Grove Cemetery Also notes include county obituaries and social items from Sunset Park and W T U remarks.
The Presbyterian Christian Endeavor society holds its regular business meeting on Wednesday evening after prayer meeting.
The Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist church gathered at Mrs. A. R. Dewey’s home on Friday for a farewell to Mrs. W. G. Thorn who departs with her husband to pastor in Keosauqua. Mrs. Brookhart presented a badge. Thorn expressed mixed feelings about leaving friends and continuing work elsewhere. Officers elected include A. Wiley president and Emma Anderson treasurer. the group reports $233 raised for department work.
The Junior Christian Endeavor of the Presbyterian church holds a social at the E. C. Carris home on South Avenue D Tuesday evening from 4 30 to 6 00. All Juniors should bring their missionary money.
Public notice states the ice wagon will run only on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays as ice supply is expected to be exhausted in about two weeks. Signed by M T Anderson, 87-26.
Invitation to the ladies of Washington for a two day display of pattern hats on Thursday and Friday at Tondre and Benz on the south side square.
Robert Cherry rode west on the Rock Island this morning. Mrs. R. T. McCall plans a season display Thursday and Friday September 26 and 27. Miss Mary French assists at Miss Mike C Lewis millinery. Parker's Players arrive for a Graham opera house stand with a parade at noon. Tonight ladies enter free with a 30 cent ticket. Tom Miller returns from abroad via Boston and Pennsylvania visits.
A western exchange argues that organized community vigilance is the best safeguard against horse stealing. It notes that where anti horse thief associations exist nine of ten thieves are caught, urging communities to form protection before property is stolen.
A display event showcases pattern hats on Thursday and Friday September 26 and 27. The exhibit features a variety of styles and materials for readers to preview.
The article stresses keeping colt feet level and well shaped using a rasp, preventing long toes and thrush. Daily cleaning with a foot pick and washing soles reduces worm risk and thrush, emphasizing vigilance and proper hoof maintenance.
The American Breeders association plans its next annual meeting January 28 30 at the National Rifles armory in Washington with W M Hayes of the department of agriculture as secretary. The note warns against using scrub stock and urges careful selection of sires to avoid progressive degradation. It describes the desired standard for the American carriage horse with height, conformation and body proportions.
Dr J H Hull traveled east on the Firefly with John Campbell aboard. Miss Ida Dupuis rode the Branch this morning. Johnsons bakery features mince and pumpkin pies and free raised doughnuts daily. Geo W Stewart advertises Cole's Hot Blast heater to save on coal. Sherm Welch visited Keota for a day with friends. Ruth Knupp and Mrs D B Rinley arrived in Ainsworth after Sunday visits.
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