Busy Bees Meet Mire Wright and Milliner Hats in Town
Reports show Busy Bees plan a meeting with Mire G Wright for Thursday. Mrs Sisson keeps up with fashion and prices as a milliner. Hanoix of Eldora was seen in the city Thursday. Henry Lightner notes private sale of household goods. A thief broke into Thomas Brothers Lopez cellar, stole clothes and oysters. Drain tiles will be ready for delivery next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Wright
Sisson
Times
Henry Lightner
Anes
Thomas Brothers & Lopez
Professor Macomber Examines West Point Candidates
Prof. Macomber visited Webster City on Wednesday as one of the examiners for West Point nomination from the district. He joined other officials in evaluating applicants for the military academy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macomber
Webster City
West Point
Lawyer's Testimony on Parker's Ginger Tonic Health
A New York City lawyer reports eight years of severe dyspepsia. He credits Parker's Ginger Tonic with restoring his health and restoring his strength from near collapse to full wellbeing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
J. Jeroclomon
N. Y. City
Tama City couple visits hosts this weekend
Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Alworth of Tama City visited Saturday as guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Thomas. Milt returned Monday, and Mrs. Alworth yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. J. Alworrth
Tama City
A. Cc. Thomas
Milt
Alworth
Mr and Mrs Van Norden Visit Dr Hunt's Ce dar Falls
Mr and Mrs Van Norden of Cedar Falls are visiting at Dr Hunt's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. van Norden
Cedar Falls
Dr. Hunt
Dress Making and Local Notices in Central Town
Dress Making Mrs L H Miller offers summer styles dresses wraps and children's wear with embroidered options and exact cutting. The ladies of the M E Church host a festival at Opera Hall today. Major Holmes travels through to West Point selections. A brick business block is being erected on Onondaga Street by George G Tilden. Nevada Iowa offers farms for sale. Two girls narrowly escape death when train stops suddenly near a bridge. Parker's Hair Balsam advertised for hair growth and color restoration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. H. Miller
Kensington
Ontario
New Story County Map Praised By Local Dealers
SEaLon's FAMILY REMEDIES notes the latest Story County map published by Warner & Foote of Minneapolis. The map is praised for its accuracy and usefulness to merchants and real estate, with township schools purchasing copies for geography lessons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Story County
Warner & Foote
Minneapolis
Minn
Life Insurance Agencies and Door Stock Ad
Life Insurance agencies listed for Continental Life of Hartford Union Mutual of Bath and Western Mutual Aid of Des Moines. Also a door stock sale announced with screen doors and trim priced from one dollar to one fifty. Acknowledgment of sympathy to Mrs Harrie Bain for her loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Life of
Hartford, Conn
Union Mutual Assoc’n of
Bath
N. Y
Western Mutual Aid of
Des Moines
J. E. Duncan
Elegant Line of Pattern Hats Arrives for Cash Sale
A new and elegant line of millinery is offered at especially low cash prices. The collection features pattern hats and is advertised by M. and A. J. Sweeney as reasonably priced compared with any house in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. & A. J. Sweeney
Memorial Day Observances Highlight Intelligencer Week
Crowded Intelligencer covers Memorial Day events with eloquent sermons by Rev. Bennett and Rev. Foskett. A humorous note from a New York tailor about Parker's Ginger Tonic appears, claiming cure-all anecdotes for cough neuralgia and dysentery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intelligencer
Bennett
Mr. Foskett
N. Y
Death of James A Bain Under Questionable Circumstances
The edition halted to report the sudden death of James A Bain from an overdose of hydrate of chloral administered by his own hand though not with intent to die. An inquest Saturday morning revealed the facts. Bain previously ran the New York House in the city and later the Southern Hotel at Cedar Rapids before selling it. He had become heavily dissipated and his remains were taken to Michigan for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Bain
Bain
New York House
Southern
Cedar Rapids
Michigan
Remembering the fallen on Memorial Day in 19th century prose
The piece laments forgetting Civil War heroes as peace endures and urges renewed reverence. It recalls battles from Fort Sumter to Gettysburg, Sheridan and Grant, and the moral imperative to honor soldiers with floral tributes, memorial arches, and durable memory across the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic
Arlington Andsburg
Sparta
Ft. Sumpter
Vicksburg
Gettyburg
Kenesaw and
Looxout
Mission Ridge
Sheridan
the Shenandoah
Sherman
Grant
Memons
Tenting to-night on the old camp ground
Poem recalling weary hearts during wartime. Soldiers camp tonight thinking of home and departed days. The refrain repeats tenting to-night and honors those who gave farewell tears. The piece evokes longing for dawn of peace and memories of loved ones.
Benediction Closes Exercises With Prof Wynn Message
A closing benediction by Professor Wynn marked the exercises, as the day passed with faithful hearts. The scene reflected gratitude and a collective trust in divine aid for battles and deeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wynn
Pillsbury's Best and fresh fruit at H T & B Co
A sales note from H T and B Co touts Pillsbury's Best flour fresh strawberries and prunes. It highlights Jap Tea and 5c to 10c soaps, sorghum molasses, and good roasted coffee while stating prices and trade aims. The Iowa Agricultural College board approved funds for dyke drainage, a new pump and boiler, band instruments, printing, a sheep barn, domestic economy, and a $1500 annual state appropriation split between the Agricultural and Horticultural departments. Secretary Stanton was directed to contact the War Department for a military instructor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Agricultural College
Stanton
War Department
Republican State Convention Nominees Sought in Des Moines
Orrumwa Iowa May 5 1883 statement announces Iowa Republican State Convention to be held in Des Moines June 27 1883 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Superintendent of Public Instruction Judge of the Supreme Court and allocates one delegate per county plus one per 200 votes or fraction over 100 for J A T Hull. Rail fare reductions to delegates will be arranged. W A McGrew Chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican State Central Committee
Orrumwa
Iowa
Republican Party
Des Moines
J.A T. Hull
Republican County Convention in Story County Nevada June 23 1883
The Republicans of Story county meet in Nevada on June 23 1883 at 11 a.m. to nominate candidates for Supervisor Representative Auditor Treasurer Sheriff Superintendent of Schools Coroner Surveyor and to select nine delegates for the State Convention at Des Moines and delegates for the Senatorial Convention. Representation by township totals 63 with Collins 4 Franklin 4 Grant 3 Howard 4 Indian Creek 4 LaFayette 4 Lincoln 3 Milford 4 Nevada 7 New Albany Palestine 4 Richland 3 Sherman 2 Union 4 Warren 3 Washington 6. By Order of Committee Jay A. Kine Chairman Nevada Iowa May 19 1883.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Story County
Nevada
Coronier
Des Moines
J. A. T. Hull
Ene
Collins
Franklin
Grant
Howard
Indian Creek
LaFayette
Lincoln
Milford
New Albany
Palestine
Richland
Sherman
Union
Warren
Washington
Jay A. Kine
Iowa
Farm Loan Provisions Offered by Lucas in Nevada Iowa
A. E. Lucas of Nevada Iowa advertises his ability to secure money for farm loans on short notice. It promises Iowa money with annual interest and principal payable in installments when desired. Charges are described as reasonable with an office at the Farmer's Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Christ
God
A. E. Lucas
Nevada
Iowa
Farmer’s Bank
House and Lot For Sale Nearby Shade Trees
South of railroad a house and lot with good shade trees and fruit of all kinds is offered at low prices. For particulars enquire of Mrs. J. W. Shultz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Shultz
For Sale of Dwelling with Fruit Trees and Water
For sale a good dwelling house with a good water well and bearing fruit trees. Desirable place overall. For further information enquire of Mrs. M. EsrTLack.
For Sale Upright Piano Bargain
A $900.00 upright piano, new, offered at a very low price with part cash and the remainder by time or trade. This office.
Abstracts of Title and Real Estate Loans Offered in Iowa
Classified notices advertise abstract services by M. E. Hix and M. C. Allen with real estate loan options in Nevada Iowa. Also listed are land sales near Story City Ames and a sale of a dwelling. Patent medicines Shiloh's Cure and Shiloh's Vitalizer are promoted for cough digestion and liver complaints.
Catarrh Cure Promises Fresh Breath With Shilohs Remedy
An advertisement claims Catarrh can be cured and health restored using Shilohs Catarrh Remedy. It notes a nasal injector included free and lists Bradley and Templeton as the sellers with a price of zero cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
Bradley & Templeton
Mrs Wixston Soorale Syrup for Teething
Advertisement touts Mrs Wixston Soarine Syrup for children teething. Claims rapid relief from crying and pain, plus curing dysentery and diarrhoea, regulating stomach and bowels, easing wind colic, softening gums, and boosting energy. Promoted as prescribed by a noted female physician. Priced 25 cents.
Electric Bitters touted as universal cure
In a period advertisement, Electric Bitters are promoted as a rapid cure for biliousness and general debility. The ad claims quick results for liver disorders and blood issues and notes a price of fifty cents per bottle at druggists.
Porous Plaster Ad for Lame Back and Chest Pain
An ad promotes Shi loh's Porous Plaster for lame back side or chest pain priced at 25 cents.
Suttons Coven Consumption Cure Sold With Guarantee
Advertisement claims Suttons Coven Consumption Cure cures Consumption and lists Sutons Viralizer for Constipation Loss Of Appetite Dizziness and Dyspepsia. Prices 50 and 75 cents a bottle and Shilohs Cure provides immediate relief for Croup Whooping Cough and Bronchitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sutton
Marsh's Golden Blood and Liver Tonic Claims
Advertisements extol Marsh's Golden Blood and Liver Tonic as a cure for liver disorders blood purification and biliousness. Testimonials from users in Des Moines Fort Scott Kansas and Ames praise its efficacy and health benefits. Large bottles priced at one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsh
J. Wright
Des Moines
Lowa
Mary Thomas
Fort Scott
Kans
John G. Hill
Kansas
Bradley & Temleton
Ames
Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Promo
Regional cry of praise for Dr King’s New Discovery claimed to cure coughs colds asthma hay fever bronchitis hoarseness and throat lung complaints. Free bottles offered at Ames Drug Store with large 1.00 price. Letter from Mrs Sarah Randolph praises Zoa-Phora as life saving for her daughter Lewis Randolph notes suppression case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Ames Drug
Jerseyville
Ill
Pengelly
Sarah Randolph
Lewis Randolph
N. B
Barstow
New Simple Method Teaches Music Without Prior Knowledge
A novel piano and organ teaching method lets anyone play popular tunes without musical training. The system claims to reveal notes easily and amuse a wide audience, with four music pieces sent by mail for $1.00 from Cutcaco Piano Co., Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutcaco Piano Co
Vanburen Street
Chicago
New Remedy Promises Cure for Dreadful Disease
Dr. Deming announces a new treatment with a single application claimed to convince skeptics of its healing powers. Free sample boxes are available by calling Barstow Draggia to prove its curative qualities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deming
Barstow
Draggia
Medical Cure All Box Advertisement From The Era
A bold advertisement touts a universal remedy claiming to rapidly cure Barns bruises cuts ulcers salt rheum fever sores cancers piles chilblains corns tetter and skin eruptions. It guarantees return of money if not cured and sells at 25 cents per box through druggists.
Sheriff Sale in Story County Iowa on Court Property
Notice of sale by sheriff of Story County Iowa by special execution from Story County Circuit Court. Property is east half of northwest quarter of southwest quarter in section 36 township 8 north range 21 west. Sale at Nevada Court House on June 9 1883 at 11 AM for debt 304.61 costs 51.80 and 32.60 attorney’s fee with interest. Highest bidder cash. A K Banks Sheriff. Dated Nevada May 9 1883.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Iowa
Story County
Circuit Court
Sarah M. Culver
James
Iowa
James W. Reagan
Nevada
A. K. Banks
Circuit Court of
Benjamin Shelley
S. H. Shelley
H. Shelley
Blair
Ames
H. Rend
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Intelligencer
Hanoix
Eldora
Bradley
E. E. Macfaddpen
P. L. Porter
the Ladies of the M. E. Church
Opera Hall
Holmes
Sealon
Life InsuraNce
J. H. Queal & Co
A Corp
Harrie Bain
Maine
Rio Grande
Vancouvres
Palmetto Coast
America
Fancy
Col
John Scott
Nebraska
Col. Scott
Banks
Red River
Tommy Jones
M. E
Kendall
Thos. Jones
Pennsylvania
Masonic Fraternity
D. A. Bligalow
MO. L. Stevens
L. Q. Hoggatt
Com
Miss Chevalier
George Alfred Townsend
Army of the Potomac
Mrs. Bigelow
Julia Ward Howe
John Brown
Pillsbury’s Best
W. A. McGreww
Republican County Convention
Nitiki
Chicago, Milwauee and ST. Paul Railway
Illinois
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Dakota
Milwauther
LaCrosse
Winona
ST. Paul
Madison
Prairie du Chien
Mason City
Siouxity
Yankton
Albert Lea
Aberdeen
Dubuque
Rock Island Cedar Rapids
Councel Bluffs
Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul
Milwaukee and Saint Paul
Merrill
A. W.h.carpenter
Gen. Pass
Tkt. Agt
J.T. Clark
G. H. Heafford
Geni
J. A. Forchpatrick
George A. Doolittle
Hix & Allen
M. C. Allen
Briggs’ Bank
M. E. Hix
Johnson’s Grove
Black
B. F. Allen
Story City
H.C. Wilkinson & Co
Fulton Street
New York
Bradley & Paxton
Bucklen
Sheriff’s Sale
Sisson & Gheen
Bingham & CO
Dray Inc
A. F. Grove
Insurance Agency
Shugart & Laidley
Cne
Ney
Shugart
W. F. Laidley
nShalice Agency
M. Hemstreet
G. A. Meredith
Mutual Endowment and Accident Association of Bath
David Rumay
G HH. Wheeer
A. O
Ee G. H
Fearatere Bath
C. F. Wheeler
California
John H. Queal & Co
SoLiciTt
J. L. Bartlett
Boyd Building
Ames, Iowa
Ben
Buyine Palitte
Waere
M. W. Quick
Marilkect
Capital
W. M. Gueecer
E. W. Anesmites
E. R. Chamberlain
Union Bank OF
Bank of
W. D. Ppace
Greeley & Rainbolt
S General Banking
Hemstreet
Choice Family
C.D. Norman
Ames, Story Co
Shel
M. D
Walnut Street
Kalamazoo, Mich
Bosworth & Co
City Grocery
A. H. Thayer
Ourer
Phayer
Nichols & Maxwell
Sarsaparilla
Stillingia
Mandrake
Yellow Dock
Ayer
Aver
J. C. Ayer & Co
Lowell
Mass
Adams & Westlake
Monarch
The
Mi G Co
Wricht & Ives
A. Sant Sah
Bigene Hadi
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!