Benefit to Iowa Libraries Evident in Local Reports
A report from the superintendent of public instruction highlights strong library funding across Iowa. School districts spent nearly $50,000 with $628,436 raised from voluntary efforts. Howard county led in purchases with $1,115.78, Marshall $1,365.60, and many counties exceed $600 each. Total volumes in school libraries reach 463,654, with rural libraries receiving 4,245 suitable cases and 7,073 subdistricts plus 2,335 independent districts equipped. A Webster City property suit and odd anecdotes follow.
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Liv Purent
Howard County
Marshall
Allamakee
Buchanan
Butler
Calhoun
Caas
Cherokee
Clayton
Clinton
Crawford
Davis
Delaware
Dubuque
Grundy
Hamilton
Hardin
Harrison
Iowa
Keokuk
Lino
Madiana
Mills
Polk
Pottawattamie
Webster
Ida
Operaton
Hog futures gloom as Cudahy buyer predicts high Sioux City hog prices
John Wurahy, buyer for the Cudahy company, predicts unheard of hog prices at Sioux City. He says prices may top seven dollars per 100 pounds by next spring, with growers selling now to lock in gains as weights drop and demand rises. The rush to market reflects higher corn value and fear of future price increases. Local and regional trends show lighter hogs sold earlier to avoid risk.
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Cudahy
Sioux City
John & Wurahy
Cudahy Line Company
America’s Superior Schools And A Picture Lover’s Guide
A discussion contrasts America’s decentralized public school system with centralized models while offering travel tips for art appreciation. It notes the value of free public education and suggests museum visits, catalogues, and selective viewing. The piece also surveys luxury toilet and vanity sets including gold and silver items and a silver curling iron set.
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America
Ecclesiasticisw
Rentnew
London Chronicle
Boston
Chicago
New York
Frederic M. Switch
Dresary
Striking factory workers and notable 1901 events
Des Moines hosts delegates from ten states for the National Grand Lodge of the United Benevolent Order, while glass factory workers strike affecting 800 others. Jim Younger is hospitalized with a grave old injury. King Edward repurchases Britannia. Charlotte H., daughter of a Great Northern president, marries George Slade. Law, science, and industry news include mad cat bite on Mrs. Ward, Afghanistan’s Meers, and ordnance study in Creusot.
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Des Moines
National
Grand Lodge of the
Gallura Mountaing
Tucson
Minnesota
Jim Younger
King Edward
Britannia
Richard Bulkeley
Charlotte
Great Northern
George T. Slade
Beranton
Ireland
Humphrey Ward
Pasteur Hospital
Habib Ullah Kahn
Afghanistan
Tales From China Aboard a Visionary Traveler’s Tour
Darwin McIlraith and his wife recount a two hour recital of hardships and humor from their China trip, challenging stereotypes of Chinese people and customs. They describe unfamiliar hotel signs, crowded streets, and nights spent under the sky as their hosts navigate a world of filth, travel danger, and cultural misunderstandings.
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Darwin Mcllrath
China
Fire destroys country home of P Kannegieter
A fire five miles south of town destroyed P Kannegieter’s country home near the Johnson creamery. The interior burst into flames after the couple returned from a neighbor’s. No insurance covered the furniture valued at about 81,200 and all household effects were lost except the clothes they wore. The fire was confined to the house with nearby outbuildings spared.
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P. Kannexieter
P. Kannegieter
Down Monday
Johnson Creamery
Death of H. Smidt After Prolonged Cancer Battle
Died of cancer after a weeks long struggle. H. Smidt, a resident long settled on a farm he took up in East Ireland Germany origin, immigrated over twenty years ago and built a modest competence through diligent labor. He passed Monday afternoon after a lingering illness, leaving a legacy of steady work though God disposed.
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H. Smidt
Smidh
East Iriesland
Germany
Mao
Mr.Smildt
Ter
Fragmented Local Column Highlights Debates and Local Events
A jumble of remarks discusses lodging costs, influential figures, and political views, noting England's policies and a predicted rise in conflict tied to Russia and Manchuria. The piece mentions a Methodist church appearance, a jovial gathering at the Wes sels home, and the tenth anniversary of the Illipiog Hand society. It records land purchases in Wright county, a man’s death at 67, music writer Wagner, and a cabinet session brief about recess appointments and a law bill in the Spanish chamber.
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England
Russia
Manchuria
Methodist Church
Wagner
Gisme Wagner
Wegner
Washington
Questerday
Spasieh Chamber of Deputies
Baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Henry Alt Jr
A Saturday evening birth brings joy to the Alt household. A public dance is scheduled for Thursday evening December 12 at the Geneva opera house featuring good music and orderly conduct.
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Henry Althouse, Jr
Geneva Opera House
Grundy County Mourns Longtime Resident and Local News
Morit Hulsmann, a Grundy Center retiree aged 70, died on Thanks giving day after a life of frugality and family leadership. His funeral was held in Grundy Center, with many paying respects at his home. Also reported are the death of Kinns D. Pals, 77, from a stroke near filial town, and city council actions in Oakville, including bills audited and plans to place lighting in Buros and Waster addition. Also noted are organizational elections for Reve Croix Indge Knights of Pythias and other community notices.
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Grundy County
Morit Hulsmann
Grundy
Herra
Derry
John
Harm
Mylo
Jane
Grundy Center
Kinns
D. Pale
Meservey
Iowa
Pals
Roberts
O.H. Wienacke
L. Fisher
W. Weasels
Geo. Small
Martin
Maune
Jno. Eggert
L. Gressling
J. McMants
Koock
Buros & Waster
Bloch
Reve Croix Indge
Knights Af Pythias
Castle Hall
Chas
Goettal
Drelthanst
Gostte
Mor W
Rants
Ub A
Uhvar Gin
R.A
M.of
Urals
Mark
Beeert
Wi Bwaete
Prater Trustees
J. Juhiusos
Py Mule C
Plundor
The Evidhnos and Eskimo stature contrast in Labrador
The article argues the old belief of Eskimos freeing small people is unfounded. It notes Labrador Ballin Land and Hudson Bay show men taller than average, while women, though strong, are shorter than men. It contrasts northern Indians as brave industrious provident and communicative.
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Labrador
Ballin Land
Hudson Bay
Echoes at Rimonetta Palace Near Milan
The famous echo at the old palace of Rimonetta near Milan forms three sides of a quadrangle. Reported pistol sound repeats about sixty times, with Addison observing sixty repetitions on a foggy day. echoes at Siret were quick but with longer intervals as sound dampened.
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Rimonetta
Milan
Addison
Superstition Paradox Stokes Odd Friday Question
Fragments show a quip about starting on Friday and a remark that superstition has nothing to do with pay. A line mentions total receipts of the Chicago fire decree reaching $44,400.50 and references to brokers in Beaton with some garbled details about habilitation. The readable items suggest a chaotic clipping with names and figures that are partially recognizable.
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Chicago
Beaton
Thanksgiving shooting accident wounds Bacon at gallery
A gun discharged accidentally in a Wesley shooting gallery on Thanksgiving injuring T. Bacon who was struck in the ankle as doctors located the bullet by X ray at Bencroft. The ball remained lodged in the foot causing severe pain. Two local families plan to move soon as James Corey and Fr Grote sell their belongings and relocate to Washington near Spokane.
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Bacon
Wesley Shooting Gallery
Bencroft
Weeley
James Corey
Fr. Grote
Washington
Spokane
Rebekah Fair at City Hall December 7 10 and 17
A three night fair hosted by Rebekahs at City Hall December 7 10 and 17 features updated programs each evening with musical and literary items Derry Green lectures Sunday evening and the Dimond quartet adds nightly entertainment The marriage of Frank Stelomeyer and Miss Bila Kulbieler occurred at Eldora yesterday and the couple plan to reside with the Wheeler family.
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Trebekahs
Derry Green
Dimond
Frank Stelomeyer
Bila Kulbieler
Eldora
Wheeler
Sickness and memorial fund notes in Hampton report
The article states Mrs Henry Humbke is seriously ill at home north of town and a 12 year old boy five miles south is improving after bowel inflammation. It mentions Louise Schutte in typhoid pneumonia with little hope of recovery and describes sorrow among friends. It also notes a McKinley memorial shaft plan, with local banks forming a fund and promising to publish contributor lists as it grows.
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Henry Humbke
Dickan
Misa Louise Schutte
Misa Schutte
Hampton
Smallpox Closes Robert Wilson School in Hardin Township
Franklin County reports tax collection progress as County Treasurer Glock notes 1144.41 paid with 4252 to the county and commissions. Smallpox prompts Robert Wilson School closure and three mild cases at Town Balls. William Nicklas returns from North Dakota to continue studies and teaching.
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Pranklin County
Glock
Robert Wilson
Hardin Township
Wilson
Dass Calhoun
William Nicklas
North Dakota
Beach's offers new line of china and repairs
Beach's markets a new china line with workmanship praised as unsurpassed and best service. Dr. O. G. Parsons makes regular visits and is available on Wednesday at Fate area for Oste making and repairs.
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Beach's
Larness
RLV
Best of
Sarvice
Kyoox & Thignee
O. G. Parsons
Oste
Mey
Aoa
Wednvady
Eklaa
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Satoon Ralder
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American Street Railway Association
Madison, Square Garden
Wu Ting Fang
Miss Stone
the Nations Hardware Association
Cleveland
Jorge Munoz
Guatemala
McKinley
O. I. McGrew
National Bank
Nebraska
O'Neill
Helping Hand Society
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Cumming
Dex Moines
Senator Gear
Cummins
James Gallery
Eaton Rapids
Mich
Congregational Church
Woman's Club
Geo. Wessels
Iglpiog Hand Society
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Shoren
Gore Farm
Wright County
Kanawha
A. Sintot
Sona
Washington Township
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Geneva
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