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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1901
Page
2
A damaged consign ment of underwear shipped from Little Falls New York was soaked en route. A liberal settlement with the transportation company allows us to offer favorable terms to customers.
In Wayne and Henry counties a lengthy Republican convention battle ends with Capt J A Young praised as the nominee. A nine hundred thirty five ballot struggle showcased deep county loyalties. Delegates hailed Young as a neighbor and pledged to serve the public trust. Other speakers shared lighthearted anecdotes as the meeting adjourned and signs of wavering appeared in the ranks.
Delegates from Henry and Washington counties discuss nominating Mr Young at a Modern Magazine convention. The debate centers on printing a colossal edition of the Ladies Gate journal to demonstrate paper and ink usage, with estimates of miles of paper and gallons of ink, and a plan to settle the nomination quickly. The scene includes local residents travelling, visiting relatives, and one-term pledges from candidates.
At nine this morning the convention adjourned to order and after early business the senatorial issue resurfaced. Henry county delegate Galer appeared to withdraw as a candidate and pledged his party to back Mr Young. His courteous speech won support from Washington delegates who had long respected his honesty and integrity.
In obedience to an official circular, members meet at Castle Hall, Orton Lodge No 75, Knights of Pythias, Sunday Sept 20 1901 at 3 p m to observe a memorial service for William McKinley, late member of Champion Lodge No 581 Ohio Grand Domain.
The Washington county delegation wins the convention vote for Mr. Young and returns to town to a joyous welcome. A large crowd lines the streets, the High School band leads the procession, and Rev. Stark gives an address of welcome praising Young. Citizens and visitors travel, converse, and plan visits with local residents as the scene closes with community pride.
JuA Y Ashby operates an office partnership with Win Smouse and Co. The arrangement involves shared premises and collaborative professional services. The note highlights partnerships and business affiliations in a historical context.
Classified notice inviting listing of all property for sale exchange or lease including farm and city property merchandise and land. Encourages listing options and offers to match owner pricing for city lots suitable for building.
J H Stewart offers a guaranteed pile cure with free samples and a money back claim. Each package includes a pile pipe free and a promise of no cure means no pay. Price listed as 50 cents.
The Degree of Honor lodge hosts a social Thursday evening September 26 in A O UW Hall. All Workmen and Degree of Honor members and their families are invited. Light refreshments will be served.
The page invites readers to the Monday evening performance titled A Romance of Coon Hollow with seats currently on sale, highlighting new show availability and ticket access.
The Swisher v Emry and Martie damage suit advances slowly with most witnesses heard. Dr Terry remains elusive via Brighton, others may rebuttal. Court adjourned to 1 30 pm with James Downs still testifying. prior days featured Warner and Blackwood describing unsafe equipment and quarry payments. Manila dispatch and seaside ad copy follow.
A man from New Albany Bradford County Pa recalls using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to cure diarrhoea before a bicycle trip and again for a dysentery attack last summer. He credits one dose with restoring health on both occasions. Sold by Stewart's Pharmacy and Cook Sherman.
A Democratic caucus will be held Friday evening September 27 in P J Hanley’s office to elect delegates to the county convention by order of the committee.
Through Smouse & Co the Col Nicola property in East Washington has been sold. The prior owner was Agent Nichols and the buyer is Amos.
Advertisers claim the store offers $500 and $10 coats, lined and stylish, guaranteed to save 10 percent on cloaks. Shoppers are urged to trade at the shop as demand rises and sales flourish in Washington.
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