Turbulent Horse Racing Cards and Purses Across States
A long list of pacing and trotting races with multiple horses and drivers, purses ranging from 400 to 500 dollars, and a sweep of towns like Boone Des Moines Hedrick and Waterloo. The records show names such as Jim Wood and Winnie Blake along with bettors and venues across Iowa and Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Wood
Dakota Belle
G. Cain
Winnie Blake
Pat
Golden Rod
Billy A
Barney L. B. G
Star Aegon Ch. G. Kegglemont
G. Ardell Simmons
MO Fee Pat C. B. G
Een
Joco
Duchess F. Bik
All Toll Queen
L. Ch. M
Allie Gaines Tucker
B. G
Dan Tucker
Avon
Ira Barondale
M. Barondale
Cassie R. Br
G. Fidel
Joe McLaughlin
Elk
Larcenet
J. A. Gregory
A. W
G. Attorney
A. W. Mannon
Mise Tarrace
B. M. Alcantarr
Lawrence Massy
Edward Graves
B. G. Almont
L. M. Castle Verna
M. B. M. Royal Rondakl
C. Davis
Young Jim W. N. Brow
Trixly H. B. M
Baron Posay
Fred Kilner
Fonica
B. M. Dictato Wilkes
W.N. Brownies Burg
Happy Hess, Sr
O. Robertson
Bill Sport
Geo. H. Hazzard Jess*Pebles
Rinaldo W. H
E. E. Wilson
Boone
Iowa
Augusta M. B
Winnie Blake Bik
M. Winslow Wilkes
J. W. Anderson
Roe
W. B
Daicie Elk
M. Drumbo
John Kathern Axpbal
Robin E. C. Pettes
Jean B
H. Colby
Waterloo
Cresance B. M. Libbens
I. F. W. Boyd
Grand Fork
Nebraska
Capt
Drifes
J. B
Pat W. S. R. Fleener
Hedrick
Avon Os
Adrian Will
Senson
Hazleton
Barney L. B. G. Oem
Ee Sng
Clic Ueckth
Ebenee Ei
Cc . Ay
Uma
H. Delmont
Robt
Korapp
Ashton
Illinois
Patc
B. Q. Garnett Wilkes
Wm. Brathern
Des Moines
Fred Pabs
Pat C
Garnett Wilkes Whitney
Terrace
B. M. Alcantarus
Laurpie Massy
Clara B
Geo. Whitney
Princess Beatrice
B. M
Billy Sprague
L. M. Castle
Eland
W. D. Willson
Eva Br. M. Gammon
S. R. Fleever Tucker B. G
Chas. R. Dryden
Fast Nation
W.S. Pike
Black Cloud
Austin Casady
Miss Kassell
B. M. Kassell
J. B. Tremain Hall
Invest Sensibly Before You Invest Your Money
A spread of caution urges investors to avoid rushed decisions and to thoroughly investigate any opportunity before committing funds. It emphasizes not risking savings, weighing soundness, and keeping level heads if losses occur, citing opportunities elsewhere. The column also notes a bridge crew member’s illness and praises Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as dependable, suggesting readers keep it at home for safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orison Swett Marden
Wm. Kirmie
Littleport
Mr. Gifford
Chamberlain
Gifford
Elkadar
Iowa
Five Days' Love Story Echoes Quick Century Life
A short reflective piece contrasts modern speed with a tale of Romeo and Juliet. It notes fourteen year old girls today lack the breadth of experience of Shakespearean lovers who wed in five days and die within one week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juliet
Shakespeare
Romeo
End of Bitter Fight Leads to Medicine Triumph
A Du Pont reader recalls a long doctor dispute over a lung ailment and credits Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption with a rapid recovery. The product, guaranteed to cure coughs and lung troubles, is sold by L. M. Bosworth's Drug Store with trial bottles free and prices 50 cents and one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Hughes
du Pont
Dr. King
L. M. Bosworth
The Japanese Baby and its Shaven Head Fashion
A description details a Japanese infant bound in garments with no hat or shoes, the shaved head exposed and pink toes peeking from the mother’s clothes. The child rides a pack strapped on, smiling as elaborate kimonos with symbolic embroidery are showcased.
The Death Penalty Warning for Minor Wounds
An old advertisement urges Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a preventive balm for burns sores ulcers and piles, claiming minor injuries can be fatal and noting availability at L. M. Bosworth’s drug store for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. M. Bosworths Drug Store
Amusing a Boston Baby
A brief New Orleans Times-Democrat cartoon clip shows Mrs Beanster and Mr Johnson discussing amusing a Boston baby for about five minutes. The exchange hints at playful regional speech quirks and family humor.
His Mistakes Exchange Insight in Dialogue
A brief literary exchange features Bragg remarking on learning from mistakes and Knox replying that the other man is always learning something. The dialogue centers on self-improvement and perception through error.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bragg
Knox
Cherry blossoms spark girl’s enthusiasm in Somerville
A Somerville Journal quip notes a gender difference as a girl can become excited by a tree full of cherry blossoms without pondering the cherries themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somerville Journal
Dr King’s New Life Pills End Ailments Quests
A dated testimonial claims Dr King’s New Life Pills relieve pains from over taxed organs including dizziness backache and liver complaint along with constipation. The ad promises gentle thorough relief and guarantees by L M Bosworth with a price of 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
L. M. Bosworth
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Vyzant, Jr
B. H. Vyzant Harry H. B. H. Cider Woods
Ned Br
Hi. Drimbo
Axphal
Robins
Eva
Eleanor B
RB. M. Allenor
L. Br. St. Rinaldo
Rexella Harry Sic
B. M. Sr. Stud
Galiborex Lacross, Jr
Young Jim Breaswood
Breaswood
Barney Wilkes Axella
Winslow Wilks
W. R. Rossing
W. T. Enloe
J. Cathern
E. C. Pettes
W. H. Lowenberg
W. A. Lowenberg
C. Lobdell, Jr
Chas. P. Dryden
Bode, Iowa
Platterville
Wisconsin
Osage, Iowa
Sac City, Iowa
Fort Dodge, Iowa
Ottumwa, Iowa
New Virginia
Boone, Iowa
Nevada
Osage
Mendota
Red Oak
Pat W. Lane
Pure Gold
Billy Nixby
Aegon
Delmont
Wilkie
Garnett
Will
Geo. M. Clark
M. W. Frisier
R. Fleener
W. S. Pike
Mrs
A. M. Donley
E. C. Petites
Grattain Whitney
Ovunsod
Hartley Manesain
Pierre
D. Chestar
Tawa
Watarina Tawa
Eau Claire
Leavenworth,Kansas
Des Moines, Iowa
Red Oak, Iowa
Malcolm, Iowa
Webster City
New Boston
Nashua, Iowa
Lissiston, Nebraska
Chicago, Illinois
Nevada, Iowa
Oskaloosa, Iowa
Marion, Iowa
Hampton, Iowa
Kewanee, Illinois
Chicago
Winfield
Kansas
Sac City
Sinois
Manchester
Adel, Iowa
Spring Valley, Minnesota
Hazleton Sac City, Iowa
Toulon, Illinois
Laport, Iowa
Webster City, Iowa
New Boston, Illinois
Noone
Boone South Side Driving Park Association
North-Western
Ph Eo
U’s
J. B. Kooser & Company
Sorenson & Gamrath
Fish and Game
The
Cuy
Ferndell Coffee
Madeleas
Ferndell Fruits and Vegetables
Lord’s Best
Foleyshoney““Tar
the Undertaker
G. D. Loud
Palace Livery
Sale Stable
Ness
the City
Nelson House
Geo. Nichols
Adams
Calla
Mutual
Boston
AMES
E. F. Posegate
W. M. Greeley
Pres
Daniel Eearthy
Union National Bank
Bankers' National Bank
National City Bank
New York
Valley National Bank
Foleys Kidneycure
H. Kelso
D. D
Hamilton
F. H. Waters
Keedicks Store
Story County Bank
McCarthy & Lef
McCord
Bosworth’s
W. E. Harriman
McWilliam
Ames, Iowa
DR. C. E. Gardner
Sorenson & Gamrath's
GW. Payne, mM. D
B. G. Dyer, M. D
Groves
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