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Newspaper
Audubon County Journal
Location
Exira, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
3
Audubon county notes record Friday night winds that shattered windows and scattered hay. J Dimick shipped hogs this week. Local residents, including Mr and Mrs Nellis, received aid after a fire. A Kansas event reports Dr Rowland's death. seven students prepare to graduate from the High School on May 2.
A historic newspaper note covers a serious dispute between Elder Whitaker of the Christian church and Father Pailenschmid of the Catholic church. The journal withholds publication of contentious letters, citing space and editorial policy while inviting submissions to be returned.
The article urges citizens to observe Decoration Day with unity and patriotism. It notes veterans as fewer each year and calls for a suitable speaker to rekindle patriotism, inspiring younger generations to honor the nation’s liberty and heroes while securing sacred mounds of those who served.
Mrs George Plantz living on a northwest farm reportedly died by self-inflicted gunshot in a troubled moment after a period of mental distress. Coroner's jury ruled death by her own hands. Funeral and burial plans were announced, with condolences from neighbors as the town mourns a respected local woman.
Alfred Green advertises a new shoe repair location offering in‑store service while you wait. The note mentions Professor PM Merson and family planning to move to the city in June if a suitable house is found, with storage for large goods until housing is secured. Local concerns about hobos and calls for city ordinance enforcement to improve street conditions are noted. An Atlantic paper reports W P Eckles, former citizen and son of Mrs J J Hensley, has added a new mile wagon to his route, expanding a list of ten and more delivery vehicles in the city, alongside concern over older awkward wagons shaping impressions.
Ray Jolius Fairensciim defends a prior article on P A Seguin and denounces Reverend Whitaker's replies as biased. He argues Seguin’s claims threaten peace, cites church teaching, and scolds Whitaker for religious polemic while urging fair debate and accountability.
An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tak as a universal cure for consumption and related ailments claiming truthfully it cures all cases in early stages and provides comfort and relief with no details or evidence.
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