Iowa Agricultural College A Century of Practical Progress
The Iowa Agricultural College at Ames, founded after state action and federal land grants, showcases a large campus with 35 buildings, a 640 acre experimental farm, and strong on site programs in livestock, dairy, horticulture, veterinary science, and engineering. Prof. Wilson leads livestock studies, Budd heads horticulture, and Stained directs veterinary work. Margaret Hall hosts dining and dormitories while Morrill Hall houses the library and chapel. The military program, electricity and steam heating, and a growing water system reflect broad, applied instruction attracting over 600 students focused on farming and related trades.
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Story County
Towa Hee of Agriculture
Towa
Aiericultural College
Mofim
Situation Amess
Mortill
Ete College Domain
Ely
Sheeb Bench
West Authority
Journal
Wilson
Philadelphia
Chicago
Agricultural and Experimental Department
Horticultural
J. L. Budd
Iowa
Budd
Curtiss
Weems
James Rush Lincoln
Gen. Lincoln
Ames
Margaret Hall
Morrill
Justin S. Morrill
Aluminium Coffins Change Burial Practices Across Age Groups
The New York Sun reports aluminium coffins with square, burnished metal exteriors and 100 pound weight for six feet, cheaper oak and cloth options, and new wicker child caskets covered in wicker and copper. Child caskets priced 125 to 400 dollars, side open designs for young women, laterals hinge open.
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New York Sun
Goats in Baggage Cars Challenge Northern Pacific Rule
The Northern Pacific's baggage department banned goats in baggage cars after a goat ate leather straps and caused lost trunk identifications. A traveling show with bloodhounds and a donkey used a wagon with two goats in a baggage car, gnawed bicycle tires, and led to a $60 claim arbitration. Agent C. E. Stone faces deductions from his pay to settle.
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Baggage Department
Northern Pacific Road
Minneapolis
Pacific Coast
Portland
C. E. Stone
Northern Pacific Ticket Office
St. Paul
Uncle Tom's Cabin” Company
Agent Stone
Morning dancing debated by King's Daughters group
At a London Ontario gathering Mrs. Graham of Toronto suggested dancing be allowed only in the morning an hour before breakfast and with a husband or brother. The idea, tied to waning morning prayers, may seem unwise to some Christians and displeasing to early-rising families and farmers who must begin work before dawn.
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King's Daughters
London
Ont
Graham
Toronto
Chamois Corset Promises Comfort and Style
The piece claims the home made chamois corset offers firm support without discomfort unlike steel corsets. It notes a dainty silk finish and neat, well fitting design making the garment attractive to wear.
Glove Mending Tips Include Simple Cotton Stitch
A short guide suggests using fine cotton thread to mend gloves instead of silk. It advises turning the lining out and sewing over the edge to reinforce the seam and improve durability.
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Great Britain
Candon
Mery
Amacnis ‘Carr
Boston
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Veterinary Department
Stained
Veterinary Museum
Paris
Stanton
Iowa Agricultural College
Sioux City
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Sioux City Journal
Northwest
the Daily Journal
Perkins Bros. CO
Weekly Journal
Daily ‘Evening Times
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Theo. DeGork
Amel, la
Bower & Sorenson's
Coffis
Daniel Bros. & Herman
Business Directory
R. T. Sisson
Ww. S. Pradley
M. Soper
Adams Bros
J. BE. Davis
N. Main
Ss. Main
S. Main
M. Read
Hi. S. Goble
Meat Markets
Door
East County Bank
Harness and Saddlery
John H. Queal & Co
Motor Depot
HL. Munna
Saseee May Miller
Loughran Machinery Co
East Motor Depot
Main Irwin, Randall & Co
Yana
Northwestern Fence Co
Stock Yard
J. H. Cook
Aaner
Society
Cooley & Jones
Masonic
Arcadia Lodge No
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Giddings
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Tilden
Ww. M
G. Ler Carthy & Lee
Stevens’ Block
College Park
G. A. Underwood
Chas, Whitaker
Underwood & Whitaker
Attorneys AT Law
F. D. Thompson
Nevada
Smith & Son
Martin
Luke
Martin & Luke
First National Bank
C. W. Dudgeon
Old Reliable
L. M Bosworth
USA
A. L. Bartlett
W. E. Harriman
Story County Bank
W. E. Winsett
M. D
Martin's
Lowee
Commie Bate
Smith & Sor
Union National
of Armes
W. M. Greeley
Henry Bles
Colle
Conner Pondents
Armemasgens Chicago
Third National M. Valley National Bank
W. P. Fitchpatre
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