Bedford Iowa Post Office Notice
Official notice indicates mail matter entered at the Bedford Iowa post office as second class matter.
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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1900
Page
2
Official notice indicates mail matter entered at the Bedford Iowa post office as second class matter.
Press reports describe Hart, a Philadelphia man, shooting himself in the dining room. Unclear if the wound was to the mouth or abdomen, with further details pending official statements.
The remark claims China sought favor by saying it discovered us a millennium ago while omitting the historical deeds and consequences of Western actions toward Spain. The statement contrasts ancient claims with modern memory.
The speaker argues there is no plan this winter due to a short session, but warns to expect a disfranchisement plan in the next fall political landscape.
A speaker claims ministers conduct weddings for money, arguing monetary motives shape marriage ceremonies and calling for scrutiny of financial incentives in religious services. The remark spotlights ethical questions about clergy earnings and wedding practices.
A southern trend of disfranchisement drives African Americans to migrate to northern states with broader voting rights. The shift could create many political complications and potentially alter the overall negro problem if it becomes widespread.
The Republican press shifts to a potential 1904 bid without naming Roosevelt as candidate. The Rough Rider contemplates party ingratitude and may reflect on how his harsh campaign rhetoric cost him a future nomination.
A New York cashier stole $700,000 and a Kentucky thief $200,000. The piece notes Kentucky’s past success in earnings-oriented schemes and compares the two in a brisk regional view, praising Kentucky’s performance despite New York’s reputation for style.
The commissioner of navigation reports the United States ship building industry is more prosperous than since the Civil War. Yards are crowded to capacity and many orders are refused due to lack of dock facilities. He urges support for the infant American merchant marine.
Chairman Jones states Mr. Bryan will decline another bid even if nominated. He says the stance reflects Bryan’s high character and commitment to core principles, adding that if another Democrat has a better chance, Bryan will yield and support them.
The speaker asserts Hanna delays addressing the Philippines question to force passage of a ship subsidy scheme. He accuses Hanna of prioritizing money over human lives, suggesting patriotism is a cover for personal gain. The critique frames the bill as enriching Hanna while war endures and casualties rise.
Bibbins introduces a talking machine valued at 35 dollars as a premium for holiday goods. For every dollar spent on holiday merchandise, customers earn a number toward obtaining this prize, a promotional trade incentive aiming to boost sales this season.
On June 22, 1900, the Clerk of District Court of Taylor County Iowa appointed J R Stanley administrator of the estate of Narsippi Harris deceased. All debts must be paid to the administrator and all claims presented legally authenticated to the court for allowance. Dated November 28, 1900.
A note urges shoppers to visit Bibbin's Pharmacy for Christmas gifts as the store advertises a complete stock for holiday shopping. The message emphasizes availability and variety to attract customers.
The 1901 almanac by Rev Irl R Hicks is promoted as a comprehensive forecast book with warnings of storms floods cold waves and droughts. It notes the Galveston disaster coinciding with Hicks forecasts and offers the almanac for 25 cents or subscription for one dollar a year from Word and Works Publishing, St. Louis.
Bibbins has just received a large stock of choice miscellaneous books, nearly all of the latest popular writings.
A Keen Clear Brain. Your best feelings social position or business success depend largely on the perfect action of your Stomach and Liver. Dr. King's New Life Pills give increased strength a keen clear brain high ambition. A 26 cent box will make you feel like a new being. Sold by A. L. Bibbins and H. B. Rhoads & Co. Drug gists.
The Burlington Hawkeye reports the Titus amendment is illegal and ineffective as it was not recorded in the house journal of the twenty seventh Iowa General Assembly. The constitution requires amendments to be entered in both houses journals, and if true the Titus misamendment would be disposed of. If presented again to Iowa voters it would be out of sight.
Bibbins offers a broad stock of standard organs and pianos with reasonable prices and easy payment terms. An instrument would make an appropriate Christmas present for households seeking dependable musical options.
Thomas Everett 21, son of Mr and Mrs H B Everett from near Bradyville, died after throwing himself under a moving freight train at the Q depot yards off East Main street. He suffered severe head injury and crush wounds to both arms which led to amputation and eventual death after lingering in pain. Brain fever earlier in his illness may have unsettled his mind. motive unknown. Funeral held at 2 pm yesterday at the family home conducted by Rev Ross Braddyville, interment at College Springs cemetery.
Miss Sophia Huffman aged 49 visiting her brother in Middle Fork township Ringgold county Indiana died last Saturday in a gasoline lamp accident. The fuel ignited causing her to become a mass of flames and suffer a rapid death.
An advertisement from a local Variety store promotes first class goods for sale. The brief notice emphasizes quality and variety to attract shoppers, branding the shop as a destination for premium items.
Sale notice for Barred Rock cockeralls. Buyer encouraged to view birds.
At a Epworth League business meeting Tuesday night officers were elected including President Miss Myers 1st vice Mrs R H Fuller 2d vice Vera Vickery 8d vice Edna Fowler 4th vice Mrs J E Williams secretary Harry Lake treasurer Anna Deremer Organist Cecil Long.
A bustling sale at the Varrery promises a wide assortment of toys and playful items. Shoppers can expect a range of figures, games, and novelty goods, with local vendors offering affordable picks and potential demonstrations throughout the day.
Rev. R. H. Post and his family from Lincoln Nebraska visit O. M. Healy and family. Mrs. Healy and Mrs. Post are sisters.
A detailed guide on building scratching shed houses for fowls from Berlin Bridges and Buildings. Includes cross section, dimensions, materials, ventilation, roosts, nest placement, and movable floors for clean, weatherproof coops. Describes two coops for fine weather and shelter, with window design, vermin protection, and cost note.
The article discusses coop variety and notes most are poorly built with poor ventilation. It argues a coop must shelter occupants, stay warm, avoid drafts, and be portable for daily repositioning to improve hen and brood welfare.
The Daddies or Polled Angus cattle led the season sales with an average of 579 dollars per animal realized in Chicago last month.
An old advertisement touts Morley’s Sarsaparilla and Iron as a purifier that makes new rich blood. It claims to cure skin eruptions boils abscesses rheumatism scrofula and a run down feeling and invites readers to buy via local agents including A L Bibbins in every town.
W R Smith of La tham Ill states he tried many remedies for piles but found relief with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve and has since been free of piles. The salve is advertised as the world’s best pile cure at 25 cents per box, guaranteed by A L Bibbins and H B Rhoads & Co., druggists.
Advertises Morley's Honey Pectoral as a thorough cough remedy that soothes and heals, claiming the cough stops when the cause is removed. Price 25 cents, sold by agents in every town, with free trial battles at A. L. Bibbins.
Advertises Ox Blood Tablets for thin blooded people to ease nervousness restlessness and sleeplessness. Claims three weeks’ treatment provides more relief than six weeks at mineral springs. Sold by A. L. Bibbins.
Claims of Ox Blood Tablets strengthen the nerve feed the brain purify the blood and build up the system for thin blooded people. Sold by A L Bibbins in a local generic sales note typical of period advertising.
California schedule announces two new through sleeping car routes from Texas and Minnesota to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Cars depart Blockton on Tuesday and Saturday with through service via Kansas City and the Southern Pacific, the northbound from St Paul to Kansas City via the Great Western line. Travel times listed with daily connections through Waco San Antonio and El Paso, steam heated cars, and agent contact F H Hunter in Des Moines for details.
Ad promotes Morley’s Sasparilla and Iron as a superior blood purifier that cleans and builds the system. Claims users see more cure in one bottle than six of any other kind. Nation-wide agent distribution via Bibbins in every town.
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