Personal Notices and Local Market Items From San Juan Prospector
I E Hirsa confined to his house nursing a carbuncle on the neck. Farmers and public can get a substantial lunch at Thayers with oysters served at all hours. Heasvreerr aims to keep the best brands of all goods. Prof Macompen begins improvements on residence property in the South part of town with plan to finish in ten days. I will pay top market price for cash for hides and furs. Marr. User. 500 bushels peachblow potatoes. W S Alexander suffers a violent rheumatic attack confinement to bed. San Juan Prospector Col.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thayers
Heasvreerr
Macompen
W. S. Alexander
San Juan Prospector
Maxwell Nearly Drowns Diving for Oyster
Geo H. Maxwell nearly drowned last Tuesday night while diving in a soup bowl for an oyster. He removed his clothes but left on his boots, which dragged him under. The oyster eluded him and someone else in the line of 37 reportedly claimed it. Maxwell muses a Nevadan may have sought the West for reasons other than health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo H. Maxwell
Maxwell
Nevada
Wickham Challenges Township Treasurer Title in Quo Warranto
H Wickham of Lincoln township has filed to test the title to the township district treasurer’s office of W H Golly. Wickham, treasurer last year, claims he holds office since Golly did not qualify by law. A writ quo warranto has been served and the case will be tried in the District Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. ©. Wickham
Lincoln Township
W. H Golly
Wickham
Golly
Trial and Grand Jurors for Feb and May Terms
Names of trial jurors for the February term of the Circuit Court and grand and trial jurors for the May term of the District Court are listed by counties including New Albany Sherman Richland Nevada and LaFayette. Notable jurors include J W McCord S G McClure John Reynolds Samuel Dickenson G W Mills Henry Bailey and W H Worrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
District Court
Frial Sutona
Collinse
W C Shinkle
J W McCord
New Albany
G McClure
John Reynolds
Samuel Dickenson
Sherman N Morgan
John O Neil
Richland
J Q Adams
John Sowers
Nevada
T Prime
A Dayton
John Hail
JC Drake
N Mitchel
Indian Crerk
Samuel Plickinger
Union
Henry Cronk
Grant
G W Mills
E F Chapman
P D Humphrey
LaFayttte
Collire
I Shearer
C H A Davis
H Worrell
Creek
W V Smith
A J Marshall
Henry Bailey
Uni
O Chamberlain
Richland Melo
Ames Lodge No. 166 Elects New Officers
Following the election Ames Lodge No. 166 of A. O. U. W. named J. M. King P. M. W. and J. K. Macomber M. W. Geo. G. Perkins F. and G. B. Robinson O. and Chae. M. Soper R'd'x C. B. Russ Ree'r. H. H. Robinson Fier A. Davis I. W. Jas. Little C. W. in the officer roll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames Lodge
King
J. K. Macomber
M. W
Geo. G. Perkins
G. B. Robinson
Chae
M. Soper
B. Russ
Ree
H. H. Robinson
Fier
A. Davis I. W
Jas. Little
C. W
Where the Tramps Are
The article notes tramps from the North travel to the South for winter warmth and food. It describes their river travel through subtropical areas and states some may visit the North again in strawberry season depending on providence. It warns of lone women being compelled to cook for them.
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Florida
Providence
THE
Central Railroad of
Iowa
B.grinnell
ST. Pauls
All Pointe North
Pullman Prince Shoepers
Windfall for Boone Wins Bridge Vote in January Session
The Boone Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to build a bridge across the Des Moines with a 3 mill tax and up to 15000 dollars for construction. The exact river site will be chosen later by the board, with Rose Ferry as a frequent but unconfirmed suggestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone
Board of Supervisors
Des Moines
Rose Ferry
Honors To The Dead From Worrells Grove Temperance Society
The Waerens and Waurerens Grove Temperance Society notes the death of Robert C. Jones on December 19 1878. They praise his active service and sympathy with the bereaved, adopt resolutions mourning his loss and ask that copies be sent to his children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waerens
Robert C. Jones
Waurerens
Brother Jones
Worrell’s Grove Temperance Society
T. B. Keeney
Crower
What the College Trustees Know
A debate on college salaries reveals Hiatt earning 31.50 per year with housing, while his predecessor drew 1,000 and paid rent. The piece argues a scholar with a lifetime of study is invaluable and criticizes the board for valuing one man as equal to another, unless the other is a farmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Hiatt
Ee College
Ames
Hirstt
Denrve Asiror
Hiatt
Blacksmiths Demand Higher Wages and Local Theft Incident
The text notes shoeing prices at 10 and 25 cents as blacksmiths plan wage increases. It reports Albert McCrary, age 15, brother of Oliver McCrary who killed Davis, hid after stealing a revolver and fleeing to Sheldahl, was captured after a night in cornfields, pled guilty, and fined $1 plus costs. A donation party for Rev. Dickerson raised $25.68 to pay him for six months’ labor. W. I. Stephenson visits from Poweshick County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelly
Albert McCrary
Oliver McCrary
Davis
Stevens & Shields
Sheldahl
Beneft
Dickerson
Santa Claus
W. I. Stephenson
Poweshick County
R. P. Shields
Local names list from 19th century district record
A fragmentary OCR listing appears with multiple surnames and initials connected to various locales such as Warren, Richland, Indian Creek, Onion, LaFayette, Franklin, Washington, and associated individuals including Griffith Howe Ballard Cramer Robertson Hall Thomps Onion Wilson Adams Evans Nelson Peterson Gibert Bissell Brooks Shockley Porch Giddings Sheldon Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren
A B Griffith
Richland
Jacob Howe
Nevede
H D Ballard
H C Cramer
Robert Robertson
Indian Creek
John Hall
James Thomps
Onion
Wm Wilson
A Milford
B F Adams
E C Evans
Howard
A S Nelson
LaFayette
E J Peterson
Franklin
B Gibert
A Bissell
J Brooks
Washington
Shockley
Thos Porch
Giddings
P Sheldon
W H Johnson
Nevada Notes Reflect Slow Growth and Local Ventures
Nevada notes show brisk business but no strong rise in activity. A firm filed over fifty collection suits in one day. taxes rise slowly, many farmers in default. Henry Bright, 77, longtime resident, died after a lingering illness. Rev E W Sage leads a protracted M E meeting with modest enthusiasm. A town theft led to drunkenness after bartering sugar for alcohol. mayor declines prosecution. John W Drew begins a temperance drive next Saturday and a saloon foregoes operations. The town library gains a fine new collection with W N Hunt as librarian. Stock buyers return amid rising market prices and rail shipments surge. Ames visitors enjoyed a supper and dance at Hutchins House Opera Hall. County assessors plan full-value assessments to triple county valuation, pending outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Henry Bright
Nevada
E. W. Sage
M. E. Church
John W. Drew
Ames
Hutchins
Opera Hall
Auditor's Office
Letter From Tilinot Detailing Local Life In Tiskilwa
A reader from Tiskilwa Illinois writes of a revived trade climate amid low prices for hogs and corn, and inexpensive consumer goods. He describes harsh weather since December, sleighing, thick ice, and lively amusements with minstrel shows and home talent. He notes religious revival at the M E church and a political shift away from Greenbackism as residents consider westward moves in spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenanessee
Sige
M. E. Church
Our American Magazines Marvelous illustrated monthly value
The London Times correspondent praises Scribner's Monthly for its abundant art and large content at a low price. A Midwinter number features a full page Emerson portrait with 160 pages and 70 illustrations, sold for five cents. Subscribers receive four full page portraits of American Poets and about 2000 pages of text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
London
New York Times
Scribner's Monthly
Scribner
Emerson
Debate Over Children’s Magazines Sparks Interest
The passage praises children's magazines and notes growing demand for titles like Scribner's for grown-ups and St. for children. It argues intelligence is widespread, expanding the market for quality reading for youth and hints that publishers will add new features to attract young readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scribner's
Tack Marries Thomas and McLain in Popular Ceremony
A widely attended wedding linked two notable names, Thomas and McLain, in a ceremony described as the day’s most popular. Local guests and family gathered for the event with celebration continuing afterward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tack
Thomas & McLain
Woman's Work and Remedies Highlight Natural Cures
An article discusses the burden on women in managing a home and mental strain. It promotes Tamarsoid as a widespread, wonderful cure to toning the female system, restoring rosy cheeks, fullness, health, and cheerfulness, with note of further column coverage.
Minister announces Shilohs Consumption Cure sales
Rev George H Thayer visits the store to declare he and his wife own Shilohs Consumption Cure for lung diseases and that it gives perfect satisfaction. The notice, dated Bourbon Ind May 15 78, lists Dre Match ett France and Thomas & McLain as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Thayer
M. E. Church
Shiloh
Bourbon
Ind
Matchett & France
Thomas & McLain
Boschee’s German Cough Medicine Promises Cure
An old advertisement touts Dr. Boschee's German Kidney or Lung remedy as a universal cure for coughs colds and severe lung diseases. It claims safety for children and notes unprecedented sales with no reported failures. A large bottle costs 75 cents and is endorsed by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Marshall
J. J. Bousquet
Boschee
Shiloh's Consumption Cure Claims Superior Lung Relief
Advertisement proclaims Shilohs Consumption Cure as the best lung medicine curing common and chronic coughs in half the time and relieving asthma bronchitis whooping cough croup and consumption. It promises safety for children with a guarantee and lists prices 10 cents 50 cents and one dollar. Sold by Thomas and McLain along with Shilohs porous plaster for sore lungs chest or back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
Thomas & McLain
Notice of Will for Anna Graham in Story County Court
Two all whom it may concern are informed that a writing purporting to be the last will of Anna Graham deceased is on file. The February term 1879 of the Circuit Court will hear proof on Wednesday February 27 1879 at which time interested parties must appear. Witness the clerk’s seal this January 15 1879. lL. Smith Clerk East Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skunk
Story City
Lowa
Story County
Anna Graham
Ferdinand Johnson
Circuit Court
Franklin
Story
Catcase Daily News
Persen
Daily News
Chicago Evening 5 Posti
Associated
Natonal Associated
Associated Press i
Cosak Tonraph Union
Atlantic & Pacific
Probate of Will in Iowa for Ferdinand Johnson
The state announces probate of a written instrument purporting to be the Last Will of Ferdinand Johnson, deceased. Interested parties are notified that the will is on file in the office and dated February 27, 1879, at the February term of the Circuit Court.
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Weei, Oe
Atlantic Express
D'N. Dd
Ams
Lgates
Callanan
M. Anaives
P. HM
Fairchild
Ames, Tf Yows
Booth
G. A. Meredith
Tilden & McLain’s
A. Beverly
A. M
Onondaga Street
E. D. Andruss
Ental
Masonic
Acadia Lodge NO
F. & A. Masons
A. H. Deesworth
W. M
MES Lodge
U. W
Asonic Hall
John L. Stevens
Iowan
Lucas’ Bank
Rainbolt & Barnes
Greeley
Geo. W. Dyer
J. A. Fitchpatrick
Dyer & Fitchpatrick
United States
Opera Block
G A Underwood
Cyrus BE. Turner
Torney AT
LAW and Notary Public
Isteturcexcen Bleck
D. Thompson
McCall & Thompson, L AW
Serata Story County
E. C. McCall
J. A. Fischpatrick
Fitchpatrick & Lucas
Story Co
Nichols & Maxwell, Tvery and
Fezd Stable
Les Migines
AL. Virdbin
Peterman
Bingham & Co's
Ytraen
Clinton, Soem
Gooey
Naples
L A
Mo. Val
Jenc
Cinton
Cedar Rapids
Marehalltown
Val
Anc
Grand June
Des Motres
L& PR
Pet Sonsecrest
Kecksk
Des Moines Keokuk
St. Louis
J. da. Smart
Sap't
Chicago & Northwest
R&aiz
WwaAayr
Great West
West
Northwest
Chicago
Council Bluifs & Cal
Sioux Cty & Yareton
Free
ORT & Dubuque
Chicgo, LA Casse, Winona & Min'boa
Chicago, ST. Paul & Minneapolis
Milwaukee & L. Superior
Chicago, Green Bay & Marqutte
Porto
Westinghouse
Oseiotal
Cacago
Pacl
Ontan Bay
Faceroar
Lake Dulvert
McKimagon
Mirwauxes
P — Ebould
Eee ‘Aon, Ag
Home News
Tan Inretircexcer
Samuel Ives
Ives
Boone County
Joan Ketoury
Beverly
Marr Usner
Bousquet
the Christian Church
L. Q. Hoggatt
I.E
Hirsa
Emerson Vs Foot
Emmerson
Tax Supreme Court
Allamakee County
Esquire Greeley
Jacob Brotherton
Diliman
Joliet
Ilinois
L. M. Stevens
R. Sheehee
BR. J. Reynolds
Dis. No. 7
Whalen
Grand Jury
Milfird
Frank Curtis
W 8
Johnson
Walington
KE Hall
Ed Rex
John _ is
P L Porter
Paiste Tihs Caene
Congregational Church Sociable
A. C. Thomas
Newton
Mason Craig
Mason City
W. G. Wright
Cory
Lincoln
H C Wickham
W. N. Hunt
Tilinot
Kelley
Greenland
Tiskilwa
Ill
Squaw Creek
Stone & Haverly
Ll. L. Smith
East Court
IL Smith
State OF Iowa
Andrew Nelson
State of
Jenny Nelson
Stevens & Penzawces
Plaintif
C. Hows
Ontario
Parker
Bart
Topey & Eowards
Boyd Brothers
W. O. Borp
H. 8 Goble
G. H. France
Goble & France
Gorre
G. H. Francs. Ames
Iowe
Taber
Vick’s Floral Guide
Wick
Watts
al Gomes
James Vick
Rochester
New York
T. Paul and
ST. Loris
Kansas City Express
G. Johnston A. Russell
Chicago Daily News
Darcy News
Syee
Evening Telegram
Evening Post
Eer
Country
New York Herald Daily Own
Times, and Telegram
Boston Herald
Iphia Public Ledger
Baltimore
Chicago Daily Rewa
Wm. D. Lucas
Ames, Story Co
Loays
U. S
Europe
Old World
A. J. Harvey
Milford
City Bakery and
Booth’s
Onondaga St
Ms Oy
M. BE. Church
C. P
Wim. Hulett
Bonebrake & Hulett
WH. Hulett
Aw Shep
J. J. Butler
Barnes& Stemn
Baugh's
Gob
Bigelow
Huntington
Tilden’s
Chinchille
Beaver
Ludlow
Fawhrar
Eos
Tra
Stickney & Taylig
Fpanhcy
Fine Cigars & Tobaccos
Nourse
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