Large July 4 fire devastates gravity stores
At midnight on July 4 Gravity suffered a major blaze centered in Burge Bros grocery. Citizens formed a bucket brigade and saved much of the town, though Johnston's barber shop and restaurant and Miss France's millinery shop were destroyed. Cole hardware was heated but partially saved. Goods and buildings were insured and quick rebuilding planned.
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Burge Bros
Bucket Brigade
Johnston
Miss France
Te Cole Hardware
Town Council Adopts Bills and Orders New Sidewalks
Monday regular council meeting approves several claims including police wages and utilities. Water works paid 1649.72 on third installment, total to date 7541.51. McCracken overwork bill referred to finance, no action. Treasurer report approved. Van O’Linda assessment stricken. Widner and Carson reappointed three years as official tapper and water mains workers. adjourned to meet again tonight.
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Thompson
Long
Jim Hanshaw
J. L. Payton
R. Vickery
Scott Thomas
Pratt & Hindman
Ridgeway Lumber Co
C. W. Wiley
Graff & Son
Free Press
Times-Republican
W. F. Evane
S. C. Avery
J. W. Beauchamp
Thomas Mc
H. P. Lucas
Finance Committee
F. W. van O’linda
John Burnside
Bradley
Widner & Carson
Water Mani c
St Joseph Market Letter Reports Record Cattle Receipts and Prices
St Joseph correspondent notes liberal cattle receipts last week due to Kansas and quarantine cattle, with native beeves rising from 7.25 to 7.75 and good to choice cattle steady to 10 cents higher. Quarantine stock heavy, steers near 6.15, hogs higher with prices at the improved range, strongest since 1893, page continues.
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South St. Joseph
Kansas
Hats Designed by Leaders in Hat Making Store Ad
We buy direct from the manufacturer. They are designed by the leaders in hat making. You get correct styles and prices at this store.
Summer Shoes For Men Women And Children
Canvas shoes described as the most comfortable for hot days. A nice line offered at prices within reach of all.
White Goods Price Line Offers Fifty Styles
A retail promotion advertises fifty different styles of white goods for the season with all items described as correct for this period and prices highlighted as very low. The copy emphasizes variety and value to attract buyers.
Infuriated father fires at Chas Todd in Nodaway
Last Friday morning at about 10 o clock Samuel McKown fired three shots at Chas Todd with a 38 calibre revolver wounding him in the left forearm. The shooting followed a dispute over Todd's ties to McKown's daughter. McKown waived examination and was bound over to the grand jury in 1000 dollars.
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Samuel McKown
Chas
Todd
Jarman
McKown
Odd
MoKown
Mr. McKown
Nodaway Township
Squire Linn
Nodaway
Merchants urged to reject fake ad solicitors in Creston
Creston merchants are urged to resist misleading advertising solicitors who offer worthless schemes. The Creston Advertiser argues merchants gain more from legitimate newspapers that circulate real news and benefit the community. It calls for home loyalty and organizing to curb these holdups.
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Creston
Creston Advertiser
Bees Attack Melvin Team After Binder Breakdown Near High Prairie
Last Saturday John Melvin and his son Timothy faced a swarm of bees as their binder stopped for oil. The bees stampeded the horses causing injuries to both horses and men. They were treated by Dr. Lacy after quick measures with water and sacks. Mrs. Melvin gave birth to a daughter on Sunday, a final dramatic note to the eventful week.
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John Melvin
High Prairie
Mr. Melvin
Timothy
Lacy
Melvin
Bedford Celebrates a Moderate Glorious Fourth
A Bedford and area celebration on July 4 drew over 5 000 visitors despite earlier rain. Highlights included a 13 to 2 ball win over St Joseph Burlington, various contests from races to a rope climb, and fireworks. Speakers praised wholesome laws while noting some criticisms and overall orderly conduct.
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W. D. Blakemore
Ash
Bedford
Wm. Cobb
Ware
D. W. Highes
Crasion
Iowa
Trusts
Burlingtona
St. Joseph
Store Changes Hands In Bedford As A C Brice Takes Over
One of Bedford’s long established firms Swearingen Bros sold their business to A C Brice who assumed possession yesterday. Brice aims to run a premier Bedford store with fresh best goods and fair value for customers. His son Basil will assist with other staff as needed. A formal announcement will be made next week and the community welcomes Brice as a solid local business man.
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Bob Evans
Jesse Snyder
Mark Darling
Elmer Carter
Ernest Levitt
Will Lucas
Willie Mooers
Virgil Leonard
Harlan Slawson
Dot Blake
Wyse Vosburg
Floyd Grim
J. A. Dresher
W. T. Cuthbirth
J. M Blake
Worth Miller
J. E. Bartley
H. E. Mooers
Cy Cook
Frink
Saxton
Bedford
Swearingen Bros
A. C. Brice
Brice
Taylor County
Basil
Auch
Newly Installed Rebekah Officers Spark Fellow Crafting
Newly installed Rebekah lodge officers were announced last week after the exercises. The gathering, hosted by retiring noble grand Mrs Cass, featured ice cream and cake. Officers include Vira Mahan N G Georgia Wood V G Mune Fitch secretary Ella Glark financial secretary Mary Craig treasurer Mary Hughes chaplain Josie Winder warden Lou Hadley conductor Iva Sawyer to N G Berdie McGinness to N G Lydia Copper RS to V G Alta Evans L S to V G Cordius Cole O G Sarah Lake I G Sarah Cass D D D M.
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Rebekah
Rebekah Lodge
Cass
Vira Mahan
N. G
Georgia Wood
V. G Mune Fitch
Ella Glark
Mary Craig
Mary Hughes
Josie Winder
Lou Hadley
Iva Sawyer
Berdie McGinness
Lydia Copper
V.G
Alta Evans
L. S
V. G
Cordius Cole
O. G
Sarah Lake
I. G
Sarah Cass
Union Meetings Open Next Sunday in Park at 4 PM
The first union meeting will be held in the park next Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock and led by Rev. T. J. Ream. Each Sunday thereafter during the summer, different pastors will conduct the services. All are invited to attend.
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T. J. Ream
Mammoth Grape Vine Shocks Local Editor on Visit
Uncle Cy Woolverton’s home displays a colossal grape vine that sprawls across a wide frame, with a trunk 25 inches around and vines covering two arbors. The plant, grown over 32 years, bears hundreds of grapes and sits at the heart of a well kept home with fruit trees and a thriving garden.
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Cy Woolverton
Uncle Cy
Rain Knocks Out Albany Ball Game Schedule
Albany Missouri team arrived by Tuesday night train to play Wednesday and Thursday but rain forces postponement. They will now play today at 1:80 PM local time.
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Albany
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