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Newspaper
Audubon County Journal
Location
Exira, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
6
Public notice announces store opening next Saturday December 30 inviting customers to visit for bargains and to welcome old friends and new ones. The message emphasizes a grand opening atmosphere and friendly deals.
Names of residents and visitors appear amid Christmas travel reports and social calls. Mayors court fines, hogs sent to Des Moines, insurance ads, and local business changes mix with marriages and barber shop news. Andrew Wells wed Mary Schwab. Johnny Bishop buys half of Hugh Smith shop. residents discuss health, travel, and sample copies.
Oscar Wheeler sold 14 head of 820 pound hogs to buyers Mr. H. B. McElroy of near Nelson after a town visit from Omaha. Mr and Mrs Milt Bruner of Adair County visit Perry Bruner and wife in West Audubon. Danien folk held a fine Christmas tree program at D B Hall with a big dance at night. Stray bull calf reported on Christmas day. Wa Rd. Davis notes. Ten year old Wi Hansen dies near Ickholmn. funeral led by Rev Jersild. grandson of Peter Wolf. Catholic church debt near liquidation as funds promised Sunday. Elk Horn Choral Society concert under Prof A Thompson slated for Elk Horn Friday night. The group provided music for Atlantic Bazaar and dressed in neat capes. Job ad seeks young woman for Pouenceesk work at Journeys’ office. Phone number offered for applicants.
Policy holders in the northern part of the county may request changes by writing Theo Fang agent rat Extra. J C F Wicker has moved to California and the company will look after policy holders until a new agent is appointed. Phone or write Extra lows. Phone No. 67.
Obituary notes the passing of Jacob Andrews of Atlantic after a protracted illness on December 27. Born February 24, 1820 in Lowell Maine, he descended from Massachusetts families including the Andrews and Kimball lines. He lived largely in Lovell and later Atlantic, married Martha Phinney, had four children, and was active in farming and local affairs. His religious views were agnostic, trusting natural law and science over revealed religion. Funeral at Congregational Church at 2:00.
Phat Ash Davia 1a 8 cartoonist showcases rapid pencil and chalk work with droll wit. Pictures appear instantly, changes happen with lightning speed, and the surprise awaits the audience. Drawings on two cases in special 45x65 paper, cobra style. Ash Davis performs at Extra Tuesday January 9.
The chalk talker and cartoonist entertainer Mr. Ash Davis will perform Tuesday evening January 9 in Exira. Known as a fluent talker, wit, and picture maker, Davis promises lively entertainment that leaves a lasting impression. Plan ahead to meet him in Exira.
Farmers are urged to review bargains at the Journal office before land purchases. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are recommended. The North Western Lumbermen's Meeting in Minneapolis runs January 16 to 18 with low rate arrangements by Rock Island lines for delegate travel. respected service and care are promised.
A customer seeks a bisarter or similar vehicle with a price range of 65 to 75 dollars per week, offers about 5000 dollars down, and wants a nice model. They request the journal entry to record the inquiry and offer details.
London dispatch cites Daily Telegraph reporting 5000 killed and 14000 wounded in Moscow with fighting ongoing. Residents forbidden to leave after 7 PM, city crowded with stray bullets, cannons firing near rail stations, barricades defended by revolutionaries. Also notes odd remedies and a joke about attention in marriage.
The Daily Telegraph reports from Lonion via St. Petersburg that Moscow civil conflict shows no decisive action yet. Rebels overrun barricades as troops exhibit unexpected loyalty, while civilians shelter in kitchens and cellars. Revolutionary leaders admit plans to disrupt Russian finance and seek a democratic republic, with terrorism as a fallback if they fail.
A historical note recalls a Teiyei era council of state with twelve judges forming a jury, swearing to truth without bias. The dialogue then shifts to a modern joke about a man arrested shortly after his wedding and a wife’s fate, questioning whether law compels polygamy or harsh penalties.
Excerpted reminiscence in Leah style, recalling a courtship with Mary Jane as a symbol of simple truthfulness and youthful purity. A narrator laments lost happiness and laments the social pressures that renamed Mary Jane as Marie. The piece culminates in a remembered contrast between genuine affection and polished vanity.
Rosebud reservation settlers scattered across several states face recall as Washington issues an order to deny leaves of absence for winter. Many had already left for homes in the Midwest before the rule, leaving towns hopeful buyers eyeing late offers. The change risks titles and prompts locals to adapt to harsh Dakota weather.
Yuma County Colorado is pitched as the Poor Man's Paradise with low-cost farming lands. The ad touts round trips from Omaha for ten dollars, yields for oats corn rye speltz alfalfa and more, good water and climate, rail access via the Burlington Route, and refunds on train fare if lands do not meet representations. It promotes 3000 foot elevation, clear air, and distant snowcapped mountains as health benefits, urging readers to visit on specified dates with colonist ticket deals through Rock Island and agent contacts for details.
A local sales notice advertises Willery sales in the vicinity of Wxirn and surrounding territory with reasonable terms and a satisfaction guarantee. Makers at the Journal Office call Masson Phone BH 129.
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