Resume of the Stock Markets Splendid Advance Heavy Hog Receipts
Chicago markets showed active gains across cattle hogs and sheep. Cattle prices rose 25 to 40 cents per cwt with strong demand. hogs opened 5 to 10 lower but closed with gains, heavy hogs $5.80 to $6.00 and light mix $5.50 to $5.70. Sheep and lambs advanced about 25 cents per cwt for sheep and yearlings and around 10 cents for lambs as volumes remained high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago, Ill
Rosenbaum Bros. & Co
Wentworth and Burn Vaudeville Sketch at 3 PM
Tomorrow at 3 o clock the vaudeville act Wentworth and Burn perform a sketch titled With the Flee Around the World. New pictures shown. Very funny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wentworth and Burn
Will Filed in Kirkham Estate Favors Widow on Single Life
The will of Sylvester Kirkham, filed yesterday in the district court clerk's office, leaves all property to his widow provided she remains single. If she remarries, the estate is divided equally among his children. He owned farming land in the county's northeastern area and was involved in the Grant township schoolhouse case, progressing from township board to county superintendent and then to the state superintendent of public instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sylvester Kirkham
Cerk
District Court
Grant Township School House
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Last Night of School Days At Unique Theatre Tonight
The Unique theatre presents the final showing of School Days this evening with a new reel of moving pictures accompanying the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unique Theatre
Real Estate Transfers Dec 30 1908
Real estate transfers dated December 30 1908 list deeds from John W Reed to Frank H Roberts for tract in section 32 township 74 range 35 with $14287.50 price and Rebecca J Rofe to William S Rola detailing multiple fractional parcels in section 10 and surrounding sections, plus Co A Dudley et al to Peter Jomaeon with specified lot and block designations and implied encumbrances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Reed
Frank H. Roberts
Rebecca J. Rofe
William S. Roland
Co. A. Dudley Et al Exis
Peter Jomaeon
Acd
Letelice
Winter winds warn to guard health with Hollister tea
A vivid notice invites readers to protect health as winter arrives. It promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea sold at Atlantic Drug Store, framing the product as a remedy against cold season ailments.
Zero Weather Marks Day With Frigid Start
At seven this morning the official thermometer read a fraction above zero. The strong wind from yesterday quieted today, yet outdoor activity remained limited. Sunshine finally touched the town but did not lift temperatures meaningfully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. H. Whitney
Sol
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Ad Promises Relief
A vintage remedy advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea for digestive and renal discomfort. It claims reliable relief and lists 25 cent price with tea or tablets at Atlantic Drug Store.
Pretty Wedding in the Country Brings Celebrated Pair Together
Miss Pearl Haworth and Clarence Oakes wed at six o'clock in the Haworth home southeast of town with Rev. E B Mack officiating. The bride wore white silk, groom black. reception featured a floral arch and wedding bell, with fifty guests and a lavish dinner. Out of town guests included Mrs Barrows of England and Mrs W L Roberts. The couple will start housekeeping on the groom's Buck Creek farm.
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E. B. Mack
Christian Church
Pearl Haworth
Clarence Oakes
James Haworth
William Oakes
Ethel Roberts
Haworth
Barrows
England
W. L. Roberts
Ed Proctor
Griswold
Buck Creek
The Girl and the Gawk at the Opera House
A four act comedy drama The Girl and the Gawk features Mrs Locke in a Directoire gown in the fourth act. The show comes Thursday evening December 31 with prices of 35 50 and 75 cents. Seats on sale at Palmer's drug store.
Crowds Fill Unique Theater Despite Cold Weather
A chilly evening failed to deter a large audience at the Unique theater last night. The crowd praised the well rendered School Days with frequent applause for the players. Roy Willett, the vocalist, received early and repeated acclaim for his rich tones, and Miss Barnes accompanied at the piano. The screen pictures were attractive and entertaining, pleasing the large attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Willett
Miss Barnes
New Wedding Stationery Line From The News
The News announces a new, stylish line of wedding stationery with a large assortment and right prices. It claims to hold more wedding stock than all other printing offices in the county combined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dwitf
Exhibit From Old Mexico At Blake's Office
An exhibit of Old Mexico products will be shown at John Blake’s office upstairs at Fourth and Chestnut, the same location over the old Iowa Trust and Savings Bank. The event runs Saturday afternoon and evening and invites all interested to view the display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Mexico
John Blake
Fourth and
Chestnut Streets
Iowa Trust and Savings Bank
Limited Box Paper Offer at The News Office
A small lot of box paper includes 25 sheets and 25 envelopes available for 20 cents. Also offered are number 2 combination savings banks and paper boxes at the same price, per the office sale note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Com'nation Savings Banks
Funeral Services for James Marquis at Elm Street Home
Funeral services for the late James Marquis will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 20 o'clock at his late home 506 Elm street. The exercises will be conducted by Rev. V M Elston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Marquis
Elm’street
V. M. Elston
Boorman Settles Damage Cases
A News representative found H. M. Boorman in his office, noting that within the last thirty days he settled twelve cases, six against railways, three against the C. B. & Q., and one against the St. Louis railway. Boorman aims for settlements outside court whenever feasible, reflecting his reputation as a successful trial lawyer.
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H. M. Boorman
Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Strength
Advertising claim touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as boosting energy and red blood cell production, alleviating liver fatigue with vivid health benefits. No cure is promised, payment only if results occur. product priced at 85 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Atlantic Drug Store
Case Against Max Westphalen Dismissed in Mayor Straight Court
The case against Max Westphalen in Mayor Straight's court was dismissed this morning. It was agreed the defendant should pay costs totaling about $20, deemed a sufficient fine by officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max’ Westphalen
Straight
Your Shoemen Greeting for 1909 and Thanks
A year end note from Your Shoemen NEBE SHOE COO extends New Year wishes and expresses gratitude for patrons in 1908, signed by the Shoe Company.
Postoffice to Close Tomorrow at 10 A M
The Atlantic postoffice will close tomorrow at 10 a m. Carriers will make one general delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
NEBES The Shoemen Urges Proper Shoe Fitting
A vendor promotes better footwear with a pledge to fit customers correctly. NEBE'S The Shoemen invites patrons to buy shoes from a store that knows how to fit feet, signaling confidence in expert service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebe
New Heating Plant Installed at Boggess Bros Hospital Addition
The Boggess Brothers plumbers finished installing the new heating plant for the hospital addition after working late last night. Interior completion of the addition is not yet finished but will be soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boggess Bros
Shoemen announce motto and settle accounts notice
Hope you feet never ache this year says YOURS SHOELY NEBE S THE SHOEMEN motto More Quality than ever. NEBES The Shoemen Wants Accounts Paid Our grocery business now owned by Highley Bros Co all indebted to us please call and settle accounts before January 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebe
Highley Bros. & Co
Changes at the Court House in County Officers
New year brings personnel shifts in county offices with Berg and Edwards joining the board of supervisors and several incumbents or deputies changing posts. Re elected Fulton, Taylor, and Smith hold over. Mrs. Johnson continues as county superintendent. H F Duval and W H Bosley stay in sheriff's office. Fred W Herbert succeeds as auditor with Frank Herbert as deputy. E C Worthing becomes treasurer with Albert Worthing as deputy. Mountain to replace Coomes as recorder with Ho Bart as deputy later. Forsyth succeeds Clovis as clerk with Al Emigh deputy. B A Goodspeed remains county attorney. Newly elected officers and deputies qualify Monday as the board meets for a busy session. court house closes tomorrow for New Year's Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Berg
Edwards
Mullins
McMartin
Fulton
Taylor
Smith
Johnson
H. F. Duval
W. H. Bo
Lawrence Forsyth
C. B. Clovis
al Emigh
B. A. Goodspeed
No Corns No Binions Ad From 1909 Shoe Firm
An antiquated advertisement urges readers to seek proper shoe fitting at J Nebe Shoe Company, promising comfort and correct sizing during the era when footwear quality was emphasized by specialists.
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Nebe Shoe Company
Sister Weds In Minnesota St Cloud Reach
Miss Chloe Harris a stenographer at the Atlantic Automobile Company learns her sister Miss Bessie M. Harris has married Louis H. Vath. The ceremony took place at St Cloud Minnesota where the couple will reside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chloe Harris
Atlantic Automobile Company
Bessie M. Harris
Business
St. Cloud, Minn
Louis H. Vath
St. Cloud
NEBH's The Shoemen Offer Free Pairs For Unworn Items
The NEBH group announces a promotion giving two new pairs for every worn pair returned. The Shoemen team stresses free replacements for customers who do not wear certain pairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebh
New Year's Observed With Closures Across Town
Tomorrow is New Year s Day and will be a holiday in many quarters. The court house banks and most business houses will be closed. The post office will be open until ten with one general delivery and no rural delivery.
Lincoln Anniversary Day Urged for 100th Lincoln Birth
The News endorses Rev. Hendersons plan for a city wide February 12 observance of Abraham Lincolns birth. He seeks Judge Horace B. Deemer to deliver the oration and aims to involve the High School, warning it should be a major patriotic event impressive to the rising generation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
Abraham Lincoln
Excepton
Horace B. Deemer
Mr. Henderson
NEBEs Shoe Fitters Promise Comfort Since 1909
NEBE'S the Shoe Fitters advertises lasting comfort for all future years. The copy urges customers to resolve to have shoes that are comfortable and to let NEBE'S fit their feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebe’s
The Girl and The Gawk at the Opera House Tonight
A clever clean play with special scenery and refined wardrobe plays tonight at the Opera House. No violence, just sophisticated entertainment, praised by critics Will H. Locke and Eldridge. The News notes best magazine subscription offers and club rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will H. Locke
Mer
D. S. Eldridge
Opera House
Phone Muss On 815 For Model Steam Laundry Bundle
A brief notice directs readers to contact Phone Muss at 815 to arrange a bundle with Model Steam Laundry. The item emphasizes quick action and a bundled service offer.
Hedges to Install New Oak Floor in Eagle’s Hall
Contractor J S Hedges will start work soon on a new oak floor at Eagle’s Hall on West Fourth Street. The lodge plans to install the floor and rent the hall for dances during the winter season.
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J. S. Hedges
West Fourth Street
Telegraph Fails to Pay $20 in Contested Gift Offer
Notice states that the Telegraph has not paid the Eastern Star the twenty dollars Anderson agreed to pay if the chapter withdrew from his so called great gift contest. The item references a unilateral promise and the unsettled payment as a local matter of record.
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Anderson
Mrs Barrow to Return to England After Visit
Mrs J C Barrow who has been visiting at the home of Mr Wm Oakes and among friends here will depart Monday for her home in England. Mrs William Oakes will accompany her and will make an extended visit in that country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Barrow
Wm. Oakes
England
William Oakes
Express Briefes novelty for correspondence or invitations
A brief notice promotes Express Briefes as envelopes optional for invitations and correspondence. The Chicago Weekly Inter Ocean offers 45 cents per year with either the daily or weekly News. The firm pledges to do more for customers in 1909 and invites cooperation from NEBE SHOE CO.
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Chicago
Nebe Shoe CO
For Sale City Property With 7 Rooms On One Acre
Fine city property well improved seven room house on one acre with plenty of choice fruit and fine location. Contact CG Rudy at 911 East 10th Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Rudy
East
10Th St
Phone Muss on $15 and Have Model Steam Laundry Deliver
The notice directs patrons to call Muss for a five dollar and ten cent fee and arrange for Model Steam Laundry to pick up or deliver bundles, indicating a local service offer or advertisement.
Wishing you joy and foot comfort for the year
A brief holiday greeting from Your Shoemen extends wishes for happiness and foot comfort in the coming year, signed as Your Shoemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebe Shoe CO
Forecast for Iowa Fall: rising temps tonight and snow Friday
A weather note shows Iowa Fall will see rising temperatures tonight followed by snowfall on Friday. Forecasters emphasize cooler air and accumulating snow potential, advising travelers to monitor updates and plan for slick roads.
Messina Hit By Another Shock Terrifying aftershocks devastate city
Rome reports a violent quake at Messina ending the previous destruction. The second shock completed ruin with many feared dead. A regiment drowned at Palmi and hundreds of rescuers were killed among the victims as survivors awaited naval evacuation.
Happy New Year Gift To Little Dell Noyer From Grandpa
Little Dell Noyer of Olive Hurst says he ought to have a Happy New Year though mobility is limited. Santa Claus, in this case his grandpa Alartson Miller, gave him a pay and outfit he is very proud of. His pony is named Bummer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Dell Noyer
Olive Hurst
Santa Claus
Alartson Miller
Griffin farm sale near city east of town held yesterday
The Griffin farm adjoining the city limits on the east was largely attended yesterday. Ross Lang and Scott Sankey oversaw the sale. It is reported the articles brought fairly good prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P
E. M. Griffin
Ross Lang
Scott Sankey
Thesle
Quiet Wedding in the City Unites Ruth Anderson and Alberge Grulke
Miss Ruth B Anderson of Burlington Iowa wed Alberge J Grulke in a quiet ceremony at 910 Walnut Street, officiated by Rev A Hemann. Attendants included Rose Scurlock as maid of honor and Oscar Grulke as best man. The couple will reside at 910 Walnut after January 15.
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Ruth B. Anderson
Burlington
Albergé J. Grulke
Albert Grulke
Walnut Street
A. Hemann
Churc
Rose Scurlock
Niecg
Oscar Grulke
Ly ’de
Carl A. Anderson
Churchill Wholesale Drug Company
A. F. Grulke
Nelson, Shrock & Grulke
Grulke
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Rocky Mountain Tea
Miss Pearl Haworth
Liant Affair
S. J. Gillette & Sons
Iowa
Boorman
St. Louis Railway
Nebe Shoe Coo
Berg and Edwards
H. E. Deemer
The
Supreme
Bench
Nebr’s
Shoemen
Messina
Tims
Reggio
Fantry
Palmi
Rome
Mes
Sina
Se One
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