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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1895

Page

1

Finney Charged With Receiving Stolen Property Before Justice Maxwell

J H Finney appeared before Justice Maxwell on a charge of receiving stolen property. He lacked counsel and represented himself after R S Mills failed to attend. Witnesses including C C Heacock City Marshal Pierce J T Evans M Schafer Mr Cramer J Clapper and M Wharton testified for both sides. Parker Eanes described his story as previously told to emige Ryan, corroborated by Marshall Pierce. Finney was fined 20 dollars and costs, and he gave notice of appeal. Wharton posted 100 dollars bond to await the next term.

J. H. Finney Maxwell R. S. Mills C. C. Heacock Pierce J. T. Evans Hotel Midland M. Schafer

Uncle Josh Sprucebey a Rural Comedy Delights Washington Audience

The rural comedy Uncle Josh Sprucebey drew a large appreciative crowd with lively singing and dancing and a fine orchestra. A notable scene featured a saw mill stunt with a young woman carried toward a buzz saw, while Burt Hodgkins led as Uncle Josh and the cast impressed throughout the performance. Hartford Courant notes the show’s strong scenic effects and thrilling stage craft.

Josh Sprucebey Burt Hodgkins Josh Hartford Courant

Death of Chas. Todd in South Washington

Chas Todd died at his home in South Washington this morning at 8:30 from consumption. He was about 36, born in Indiana, lived in Iowa about 30 years, and leaves a wife and two children. He was an active A U W lodge member and a funeral is set for 2 o'clock tomorrow.

Chas. Todd S. Washington Indiana Iowa U. W. Lodge

Collision In Ainsworth Involves Elmer Mason

Last night on a main street in Ainsworth Elmer Mason and his uncle W W Mason rode in a buggy when they collided with a wheelman who was racing two footmen. The wheelman hit by the bicycle was thrown about 12 feet injuring his arm as the Mason rig was damaged.

Elmer Mason W. W. Mason Ainsworth Mr. Mason

Bums Travel Season Tightened at Rock Island Yards

As the season begins, hobos gather at Rock Island yards while authorities push to start early efforts to keep them out and reduce clutter around rail facilities.

Rock Island

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