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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
4
Andrew Lang notes a British workingman could not recall Twain’s many characters in Ivanhoe yet offered to send a witty humor book he thought the man would enjoy. Lang later reads a prized Twain excerpt, but the man responds with a cold, perfunctory smile, revealing mutual pity between the two.
Sir Robert argues that Mars features once called canals are deliberate lines indicating intelligent life. He notes no permanent water or rivers visible, but straight line or circular canal patterns suggest advanced development. The claim relies on seasonal clarity when ice and snow melt, though details remain uncertain.
Wall drifted into a Waldorf Astoria cafe wearing a Scotch plaid top coat that stunned onlookers. An old editor at the table quipped that fame is fleeting and Berry Wall’s coat, once a column filler, would now rate only a paragraph in a paper.
A society woman insulted Har ry Lehr at a New York gathering and, to humiliate him before friends, quipped asking him to send a case of wine to their house. Lehr replied with calm humor, prompting the squire of dames to order wine for Mrs X, noting one dozen sherry-dollar ninety-five.
Sir Wemyss Reid, back from America, bests Mark Twain in a lighthearted dinner table exchange. Twain teased English pronunciation, bragging about a mispronounced name. Reid countered with a quip about the name Clement’s and its pronunciation as Twain.
A brief exchange reveals Bias accusing Minnick of prejudice while noting he would not stand by if a friend were abused. Minnick denies bias and asserts he would intervene. The dialogue brushes a political or personal confrontation without full context.
Miss Gushlere-How torturing, how fearful the thought must be for a great singer to know she has lost her voice. Mr. Praclere-It's much more tor turing when she doesn't know it.
Laura recounts a tale where a daughter tests a suitor by claiming her father is destitute. Ada prompts for more, and Laura suggests the girl will learn from the experience, reflecting a curt, witty ending in a Smart Set style.
Ned-Miss Stuyvesant reportedly told the sister of the respondent that a proposal was asked twice. Tom denies the claim, saying he asked only once. Somerville Journal reports the exchange as a local matter of courtship and rumor in town.
In a court exchange the judge notes a joke about a necktie as Mrs. Benham asserts ownership of the accessory while Mr. Benham claims it belongs to both, prompting a brief discussion on possession and shared items. The dialogue highlights domestic dispute dynamics in the courtroom.
Public notice of a special municipal election in Bedford Iowa Taylor county to be held February 17 1902 from 8 am to 6 pm in wards one two and three to decide on erecting a water works system The ballot will read Shall the city of Bedford establish a water works system Yes or No The notice also includes a civil suit against Perry Nevin et al and a threat of default if defendants do not appear by February 24 1902 The notice was approved for six weeks in Bedford Free Press
A Passion Play program will be shown at the M E church next Thursday evening using the Edison moving picture machine. The event includes a trip to Oberammergau style scenes, illustrated songs, phonographic interme diates, and a varied program designed to interest all. Half the proceeds go to the Epworth League with admission 15 cents for school children and 25 cents for adults.
Attention is called to the ad of Thompson Bros. They succeed to the business of their father who has rounded out a long, honorable and successful business career in Bedford. They have been raised in the store as it were and the public will find them fit successors to their father. Give them your patronage.
A medical caution notes grippe coughs may persist for months and worsen after danger point, urging Foley's Honey and Tar as protection. Mentioned by H. B. Rhoads & Co. for relief and security.
Dell Jared opens a lunch counter in the former Clay Thomas shoe shop on Main Street inviting patrons to enjoy hot or cold meals. The new venture uses the vacated space to offer quick meals to workers and shoppers alike.
A brief item notes that sale bills offered by the Free Press are printed in color but priced identically to the standard edition, indicating no extra charge for color. The note reflects a pricing and product presentation detail likely from a local newspaper’s advertising pages.
Dr Barton Pitts eye and ear specialist on Francis and Frederick avenues in St. Joseph Missouri invites correspondence. Dr C J Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports using Foley's Honey and Tar with good results in three severe pneumonia cases. Beware substitutes H Rhoads and Co.
A health ad claims separate foods target body parts are unnecessary and promotes Green's August Flower as a general remedy. It asserts the medicine aids digestion, stimulates liver function, purifies blood, and boosts vigor, available at Bailies pharmacy through Dr. G. G. Green's remedies.
An advertisement proclaims Foley's Honey and Tar as absolutely the best remedy for all throat and lung diseases. It states that dealers are authorized to guarantee satisfaction and mentions H. B. Rhoads & Co. as the company.
W C Williamson of Amherst Virginia reports long standing back pain relief after using Chamberlains Pain Balm a remedy he had failed to gain relief from with other products sold locally by A L Bibbins.
James Prendergast of Amato Bay Jamaica testifies to Chamberlains Cough Remedy curing his daughter's severe cold and chest pains in two days. He claims seven years of use with consistent success and notes the remedy counteracts the cold's move toward pneumonia. Sold by A L Bibbins.
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