Talks to the Boys Evangelical sermon urges faith over equipment
Rev. H. P. Williams, camp chaplain, preaches on equipment for war as faith, religion, and divine Providence. He asserts that true readiness comes from Jesus Christ rather than uniforms or arms, praising faith as the source of courage and victory. He notes faith empowers heroes and sustains them against enemies.
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H. P. Williams
Jamp McKinley
Stig Mars
Immanuel
Cra
Jesus
Christ
Iowa
Canoe Trip Through The Park Region
Minnesota lake country offers a two week outing by canoe from Deer Lake through connected lakes and a river into Park country. A guide hosted in tents, near civilization, highlights outdoor life, cost, and rail connections. Wonderland 98 excursion info available from Charles S. Fee and Northern Pacific Rail.
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Park
Lake Park
Minnesota
Dewell Lake
Wonderland
Northern Pacific Railray
Chas. S. Fee
Gen
St. Paul
Weather notes show heavy rainfall and delayed planting
The past week was warmer with abundant rain across regions, especially the southeast where soil is saturated. Keokuk reports nine inches above normal since January 1, retarding field work while much of the state awaits moisture. Corn planting is delayed though northern and central areas near completion. Fruit prospects are good. Carver's Chicken Cholera and Roup Cure claims to have saved hundreds of chickens this spring.
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Keokuk
Carver
Resolutions and thanks in Ames church district meeting
The document records resolutions thanking divine guidance and local leaders, praise for the M E church of Ames, trustees, choir, and Ames residents, with thanks to Miss Franc Baker for addresses. It commits to renewed effort in the coming year under divine blessing. Also mentions a formal dinner for the president and Mrs McKinley with Pink decorations and notable guests.
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Association
M. E. Church of
Alway
Wilson
McKinley
Interior
Bliss
Smith
Justice
McKenna
Grant
Elkins
Allison
Washington Post
Health and strength against peril and germs
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as purifying the blood and killing germs while aiding digestion and nutrition. It promises stronger tissue, disease resistance, and invites readers to mail 21 one cent stamps for a free medical adviser book from the World’s Dis Medical Association in Buffalo. It also notes DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve for piles by Judisch Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
People’s Common Sense
Dis- Medical Association
Buffalo, N. Y
Death Notice for Burt Alberts in OnonpaGo Trise
A death notice from the OnonpaGo Trise announces the passing of Burt Alberts son of Bro T C Hytland and brother of Bro Harry Alberts. Resolutions offer heartfelt sympathy and request records be updated and a copy sent to the American Redman and local papers. Signed by H Miller and committee, with a closing motto about life in the skies.
Taxable Property Turned Up In Davenport
City assessor work under a new rigid assessment law reveals nearly 8 million dollars of property not previously taxed, accounting for about 12 million dollars of property that had escaped taxation. The figures reflect the impact of the new assessment method on city finances.
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Davenport
Insurance business in Iowa shows profit in year
Des Moines May 14 The fire and casualty insurers wrote 224 832 965 in total insurance, received 4 806 756 76 in premiums and paid 1 514 801 31 in losses. The loss ratio to premiums was 87 percent, down 10 points from last year, indicating profitable operations.
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Iowa
Des Mores
Change of Venue For Storms In Murder Case
A. D. Storms the self confessed murderer of Mrs. Rathbun and her daughter will not be tried in Burlington. Attorneys secured a change of venue to the Wapello district court. The case is set there for Monday September 5. Grounds cited were mob violence and public feeling.
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Burlington
A. D. Storms
Rev T E Green Named Acting Bishop in Davenport Diocese
Rev T E Green of Cedar Rapids, chaplain of the First Regiment National Guard, returned from Dubuque after Bishop Perry's funeral. The standing committee elected him to administer the diocese until a new bishop is elected, with a diocesan convention to be held at Davenport Cathedral on September 6.
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Green
Des Mores
T. E. Green
Cedar Rapids
National Guard
Dubuque
Perry
Davenport
Death of Bishop Perry in Dusveve Iowa
William Stevens Perry Episcopal bishop of Iowa diocese died in Dusveve after paralysis. Born in Providence Rhode Island in 1830s he was a noted theologian scholar and author. Interment set for Philadelphia Monday. He was active in western Masonic bodies and elected grand chaplain of Knights Hospitallers St John of Jerusalem just before death.
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Perry
Dusveve
William Stevens Perry
Iowa
Providence
R. L
America
Philadelphia
Grand Priory of Knights Hospitaliers
St. John of Jerusalem
Local Resident Praises DeWitt’s Little Early Risers
S. O. P. Jones of Milesburg Pennsylvania reports longtime use of DeWitt's Little Early Risers noting they provide superior laxative and cathartic effects for his household over many years.
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S. O. P. Jones
Milesburg
DeWitt
Sadisch Bros
Half Rates to Des Moines for Prohibition Convention
Excursion tickets to Des Moines on the North Western Line for one fare round trip May 31 and June 1, valid through June 3. Available via Chicago and North Western Railway agents. Prohibition Convention in Des Moines.
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Des Moines
Chicago & Northwest
North-Western
Chicago & North-Western Ra Y
Excursion Tickets for Omaha Exposition on North Western Line
Excursion tickets to the Omaha Exposition via the North Western Line will be on sale daily starting June 1 with flexible duration limits according to rate. The exposition promises to be worth seeing and agents of Chicago and North Western Ry will provide further information.
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Omaha Exposition
North Western
Chicago & North- Western R’y
Brownson Clears Harbor Threats With Detroit
In 1893 Brazilian insurgents controlling the navy hindered American merchant ships at Rio de Janeiro. Commander Willard H. Brownson led the cruiser Detroit to enforce order, firing a shot as a warning and stabilizing the harbor. Brownson was later sent to Europe to purchase warships and ammunition with a $50,000,000 fund.
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Ves
Willard H. Brownsor
Rio Janeiro
Admiral Benham
Detroit
Willard H. Brownson
Brownson
Europe
Confirmation of a Fish Story from Klondike Discussion
In a Klondike gathering several men debated a tale from The Oregonian about Jersey cows fed on dry salmon during winter at a mission in Alaska and producing milk and cream. A longtime Alaska resident testified he saw cows eating dry fish in winter and drinking milk coffee, noting a fishy taste. The crowd recalls cows returning on Fridays to eat fish, and a dealer presented three large dog salmon as proof.
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Klondike
Oregonian
Alaska
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Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
AD. Bros
Crop Bulletin
M. Reap
Victor Coffee
MiLter & Kooser
Judisch Bros
Cas
S. M. Geary
Pierson
Mich
Hoop
Hood
Bears
Daniel Embrebe
Batr
Ames, Iowa
Fairbank’s Ark
Japan
Canier Bros. & Herman
Ames
Graham Bros
Grandse Biscuits
Bradley
Uncle Sam
Nibbard
Ajax
J. E. Davis
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