Iowa Religious Census Drives May 25 Visitation Drive
A statewide religious census effort aims to mobilize 10 000 home visitations on May 25 1900. Iowa cities Des Moines Burlington Davenport Dubuque Clinton Marshalltown and Cedar Rapids rally Sunday schools report new members from campaigns. Story county prohibitionists summon a mass convention June 9 1900 to pick delegates and oppose liquor expansion.
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Iowa
Philadelphia
Des Moines
Burlington
Davenport
Dubuque
Clinton
Marshalltown
Story County
Nevada
Weather Summary for Des Moines District May 7 The week’s average temperature near normal but cooler than prior week
Des Mores district reports frosts on mornings of the 3rd 4th and 5th limiting ice on shallow water in several locations. Fruit damage seen mainly to tender vegetation and small fruit on low ground, while apples plums and cherries fare well. Farmers report dry soil but abundant Saturday night and Sunday showers improving moisture and a promising corn crop outlook.
Gum Chewing Critique Sparks Townwide Talk
Tur Hartley Herald laments gum chewing by women in a satirical address. The piece mocks habitual gum use, notes churchgoing behavior, and contends it harms facial muscles and a genteel appearance. It links sentiment in Ames and Hartley to broader social norms.
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Tur Hartley Herald
Ames
Hartley
Shawhan
Kari's Clover Root Tea Promises Health and Beauty
Advertising copy claims Kari's Clover Root Tea beautifies the face and complexion and ensures perfect health. Sold by L. M. Bosworth, druggist, with money-back guarantee if results are unsatisfactory. Price listed as 25 cents and 50 cents.
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Kari
L. M. Bosworth
Mayflower social hosted by U B Enterprise church
From neighboring towns Grant had one May queen. The ladies will hold a Mayflower social at J S Watkins residence on Thursday evening May 10. All are invited. Bert Wood and George Davis first to plant corn this year in the neighborhood. Apples and plums show extra bloom this year. T Bates bought the Domineys house and moved it to his farm near the river.
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T. Bates
Domineys
Bert Wood
George Davis
U. B. Enterprise Church
Grant Township
J. S. Watkins
The Greatest Hair Grower Offers Risk Free Remedy
A promotional notice touts a vegetable antiseptic for hair growth claiming success after years of work. It promises money back if unsuccessful and urges readers to purchase by draft, money order, or express order, with price stated as 83 dollars and 10 cents per bottle.
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C. O. D. Peckenes
Dunns
Bradstreet
Real estate transfers in Story county week ending May 5 1900
Transfers reported by Smith and Bricker include M Ufford to HO Norton for two lots, Fred C Perry to ER Silliman for 3a in northwest quarter, M D Sheldon to Abram Grubb for 4a in southwest quarter, Ed Pierce to Susan Pearson for northeast quarter, John J Stokka to Oscar Thompson for part of lot 7, Oscar Thompson to John Joe for sub lot I in lot 7, A Mills to H O Norton for lot 7 block 6 Zearing, Mattie Rayness to J W Connell for lots S 5 and 6 in Bisbee subdivision, Hix to Theo P Worsley for lot 3 block 11 Nevada, John Ross to Nancy Marie Knight for lot 8 block 7 Ontario, Sarah R Baker to James Hamwa for lot 8 block 7 Bigelows addition Ames, Mary Norris to O B Alder for lots 67 and 10 block 4 Nevada, James C Chalmers to Clarence B Chalmers for lot 5 block 7 Sheldahl, Otis Briggs to Theo P Worsley for nd lot 6 block 11 Nevada, Frank Curtiss to Theo P Worsley for lot 2 block 11 Nevada, John James to J A Fitzpatrick for lot 6 block 26 Nevada with sums listed.
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Story County
Smith & Bricker
Ufford
HO Norton
Fred C Perry
ER Silliman
M D Sheldon
Abram Grubb
Ed Pierce
Susan Pearson
John J Stokka
Oscar Thompson
John Joe
Nancy Marie Knight
Ontario
Sarah R Baker
James Ham
Bigelows
Ad Ames
Mary Norris
Alder
Lote
Nevada
James C Chalmers
Clarence B
Chalmers
Sheldahl
Otis Briggs
Theo P Worsley
Frank Curtiss
John James
J A Fitchpatrick
Karl's Clover Root Tea Promoted as Blood purifier
A long running remedy called Karl's Clover Root Tea is described as both a blood purifier and tissue builder. The ad promises a money back guarantee if results are not satisfactory and lists prices of 25 ets. and 50 cts.
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Karl
Shiloh’s Cough and Consumption Cure Ad
Old belief that consumption is incurable challenged by Shiloh's Cough and Consumption Cure. The ad claims it overcomes many serious cases when used early and guarantees results. Bottles priced 25, 50 cents, and 1.00. L. M. Bosworth, druggist.
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Shiloh
L. M. Bosworth
Shiloh's Cure Promoted For Coughs Colds Croup and Consumption
The five diseases most recommended are coughs, colds, whooping cough, croup and consumption. No medicine equals it. Sold with a positive guarantee. Money back if it fails. 25 cents, 50 cents and 1.00 a bottle.
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Shiloh
Northwestern Line Excursion Tickets for General Assembly
Excur sion tickets will be sold May 15, 16, 17 and 22 limited to June 2 on account of United Presbyterian Church. Apply to agents Chicago and Northwestern Ry.
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General Assembly United Presbyterian Church
Chicago & Northwestern R'y
Washburn Guitars on display at local stores
The notice advertises ticket sales from May 19 to 21 and then through May 29 for the Annual Convention of the Travelers Protective Association of America. Tickets apply through agents Chicago Northwestern Railway. Also mentions new Washburn Guitars at Tilden and Loughran's, described as swell.
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Northwestern
Travelers Protective Association of America
Chicago & Northwestern
Washburn
Tilden & Loughran’s
Hail Rates to Sioux Falls and Seed Corn Sale Notice
Hail rates to Sioux Falls South Dakota via the Northwestern Line offer one fare round trip from all stations May 7 8 and 9 with return limit May 14 due to the People's Party National Convention. Seed corn tested 99 percent for sale at one dollar per bushel. Apply to agents Chicago Northwestern Ry. W P Coon 51-4p.
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Sioux Falls
People’s Party
Chicago & Northwestern R’y
I Will Give My Time to the Undertaking
The speaker pledges full attention and dedication to the undertaking. They commit to prioritizing the work and devoting effort until its completion.
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State
Eldora
Story County Call
W. G. Wheat
Weather and Crop Report
Grant
Geo.w. Schoenhut
Prince OF Hair Growers
Florentine Enamel
Florentine
Westerman
McLain
L. R. Morris
Sale Stable
East Main Street
Hemstreet
M. Heemstreet
J. A. Campbell
Campbell
St. Louis
F W. Eighmy
New Orleans
Railway
W. P. Coon
W. M. Greeley
Henry Wi.son
Cash
A. S. Needham
Union National
Bankers’ National Bank
Chicago
National City Bank
New York
Valley National Bank
Tildem & Lougghceati
Eureka
Standard
OLL CO
Ghoishear Grocery
T. J. Miller G& Son
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the Undertaker
C. &. Lette
Canier Bros. & Herman's
Daniel Bros. & Herman
Joe Cohn
Monarch
Cluett
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