Temperance meeting called for Des Moines January 23
The Intelligencer notes a convention for friends of constitutional and statutory prohibition of liquor in Iowa to meet in Des Moines on January 23 at 2 p.m. Delegates from counties, state officers, pastors, and college presidents are invited, with arrangements for reduced rail fares and county meetings on January 19 to select delegates. The event closes January 24.
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Friends of
Iowa
Des Moines
Alliance
Friends of Prohibition
Parker and the New Education Clash in State Talk
Francis W. Parker opens the State Teachers Association with the Quincy Reform, a new education movement echoing Pestalozzi Froebel and Spencer. Critics say Parker fails to prove practical methods, arguing true growth blends doing with thinking and retains essential old skills.
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State Teachers’ Association
Francis W. Parker
Quincy
Pestaiozzi
Froebel
Herbert Spencer
Mr. Parker
Parker
Offense
Death notice of Miss Mary E Stewart in Vergennes Vermonter
The Vergennes Vermonter reports the death of Miss Mary E Stewart on December 23, ending a life marked by piety, discipline, and high academic promise. She excelled at Cooper Institute New York, returned to family in the west, and died after a long illness with family mourning and prayers for consolation.
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Mary E. Stewart
Princise
Coopers Institute
N.Y
Vergennes Vermonter
Democratic committee appointments noted in Congress hearing hearings
The New York Tribune details a partisan arrangement in the lower House. Loyal soldiers must seek hearings from Hewitt of Alabama or Tillman of South Carolina. Territorial veterans face Evins or Prior. Railways and canals favor Davidson. Northwest farmers address Hatch or Aiken. Harbors and rivers fall to Willis and Blanchard. Commerce to Reagan and Clardy. Contested elections to Turner or Davis.
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The
New York Tribune
Congress
Hewitt
Alabama
Tillman
South Carolina
North
Davidson
Florida
Northwest
Hatch
Missouri
Aiken
Willis
Kentucky
Blanchard
Louisiana
Reagan
Texas
Clardy
Turner
Georgia
Davis
Governor Sherman Predicts Prohibition Legislation For Iowa
The Chicago Tribune reports Governor Sherman declaring he was elected on the prohibition issue and that the Republican party will uphold its platform. He says the Legislature will act in harmony with party wishes and hints he may address the topic in his message without foreshadowing specifics. He asserts Iowa will pass prohibitory legislation in the coming session.
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Chicago Tribune
Sherman
Iowa
Republican Party
Rail passenger rates compared across Europe
The piece notes U S rail average of 2 33 for 1100 miles, lower than European first class fares. It lists Norway Belgium 32 34 Roumania 7 Great Britain 35 11 5, Wrens 3 88 Germany Switzerland 3 11, Italy 3 50 Greece 2 82 Turkey 5 6, illustrating wide European travel costs.
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Europe
Norway
Belgium
Roumania
Great Britain
Germany
Switzerland
Italy
Greece
Turkey
Water Works at Ida Grove Offer Low Rates
Ida Grove water system promises 25 percent interest on investment and low costs for consumers. Fifteen dollars provides year of water for a boarding house, five dollars for an ordinary family. In business areas, water can be projected 66 feet high and 100 feet horizontally from a linch nozzle.
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Tus Water Works
Ida Grove
Parker's Ginger Tonic Aimed at Homes
A historical ad copy touts Parker's Ginger Tonic as a digestion aid and nerve restorative. It claims to improve appetite and vigor, acts as a harmless diarrhoea cure, and to be suitable for every family.
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Parker
Ellsworth Grand Army of the Republic installs new officers
Ellsworth Post held a Saturday installation of new officers with speeches from Commander Hemstreet and others. The new commander spoke of loyalty, fraternal aims, and the Post's objects to aid comrades, preserve memory, and uphold the Constitution, urging unity and duty.
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Ellsworth Post
Hemstreet
Miller
Nelson
Fort Sumner
Grand Army of the Republic
Republican Party
Partizan
Isi
United States of America
Advertisements Are News In The Albany Press View
The Albany Press argues that advertisements constitute news and provide essential information on where to buy rent and sell property find jobs and learn product prices. Readers who skip ads miss valuable leads and real estate and labor opportunities.
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Albany Press
New York
Early American Note Settles a Fraudulent Promise
A Venango Spectator item recounts Andrew Jackson, a Seneca who could write a little, borrowing $2.50 from John Halftown and giving a handwritten note promising repayment in six months with possible delays. The note ends with a profane assertion and a joke about not fetching paper or getting money.
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Andrew Jackson
John Halftown
John Halfton
Venango Spectator
No Sarsaparilla told to cure scrofula cures
No sufferer from any scrofulous disease need despair or a cure. It will purge the blood of impurities, destroying the germs from which scrofula is developed and infuse new life and vigor throughout the organization.
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Ayer
Golden Balsam Praised For Throat And Lung Cure
Testimonials from Dallas, Denver and Oskaloosa praise MarsH s GOLDEN Balsam for curing consumption bronchial ailments and chronic cough. Bradley and Templeton druggists in Ames Iowa sell MarsH s GOLDEN Balsam for the throat lungs and liver tonic in large bottles.
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H. L. Thomas
Dallas
Texas
Magsa
T. J. Walker
Denver
Col
Marsh
H. H. Jackson
Oskaloosa
Marsa
Bradley & Templeton
Ames
Iowa
Faith in Bosworth Cough Syrup Promises Free Bottle
A Druggists Bosworth & Co pledges a free bottle of Dr Bosankos Cough and Lung Syrup to any in need, claiming it helps Coughs Col ds Consumption and lung troubles. Advertisers cite Papillon Catarrh Cure for quick relief from head cold and draft effects. Local traders Ed Barstow G Wright and Bosworth & Co offer the medicines.
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Bosworth & Co
Coweeth & Co
Ed. Barstow
Mrs Winston’s Soothing Syrup for Teething Children
Distressed mothers urged to send for Mrs Winston’s Soothing Syrup for teething children. Claims quick relief for crying and pain, plus cures for dysentery, diarrhea, wind colic, and colicky gums. Advertises nationwide sale by druggists, price two cents.
Dr Bosworth Co Drug Store Ad Promotes Cough Syrup
A promotional ad boasts free samples of Dr Bos anko’s Cough and Lung Syrup for cough consumption and bronchitis. It lists multiple remedies like Papillon Skin Cure Shiloh’s products and Worm Destroyer with prices and local sellers, including Bosworth Co Ed Barstow Bradley Templeton.
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Crover
Shiloh
Bradley & Templeton
Piles first symptom and bosanko remedy ad
The first symptom of Piles is intense itching at night after getting warm. Immediate relief comes from Dr. Bosanko's Pile Remedy. Piles including Itch Salt Rheum and Ringworm can be permanently cured. Price 50 cents. Manufactured by Dr. Bosanko Medicine Co. Piqua Ohio. Sold by Bosworth & Co.
Ayer’s Harm Vicor Lauded in Testimonial Push
A series of testimonials touts AYER's Harm Vicor efficacy, claiming swift relief after trial and urging skeptical readers to try the remedy. The push emphasizes proven value through user experiences and optimistic outcomes.
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Ayer
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