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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1905
Page
3
The author reports their house on May 31 was struck by lightning twice in a week. Their agent arranged repairs and paid the bill, praising Hawkeye and agent Scott Alcorn for handling the insurance promptly and properly.
In Taylor County Iowa district court, administrator W Y Evans announces a final report for Mary J Lewis estate. He will seek approval and discharge. hearing set for September 12 1905 at Bedford with all heirs notified to attend or show cause.
An advertisement for Gem City Business College in Quincy promotes a 64 page Illustrated Catalogue with student portraits, testimonials, tuition rates, books and board costs. It touts preparation for stenography and bookkeeping careers and lists 1400 students in attendance. It also promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea and Dr. Flowers Extract of Wild Strawberry along with other health items. It cites Foley's Kidney Cure and Honey and Tar for bronchial issues, and includes a discussion on labor leadership from Professor Felix Adler.
A fragmented line warns of daily hazards from electric systems in the home. It emphasizes the unpredictable risk of accidents anytime, urging caution around electric devices attributed to Dr. Thomas.
Evidences of progress in Spain show a thriving press scene. Madrid hosts daily papers such as the Epoch, the Herald, the Impartial, the Mail and the Correspondence of Spain, with others like the Future Century the Lib eral published in multiple cities. Spain also features cartoon weeklies, a fashion journal, musical reviews and several magazines.
The letter notes the front door glass was broken by a windstorm and Scott Alcorn, the agent, paid for a new pane and installation. It asserts insurers cover damage equally, reflecting community sentiment about accountability and value. The message closes with quotes from Elbert Hubbard and an advertisement for Foley’s Honey and Tar and Foley’s Kidney Cure sold by H. B. Rhoads.
W Hinton White presents an illustrated lecture The sea its ships and sailors at the Chautauqua assembly in southern Iowa on July 27. The program promises an engaging talk by a noted speaker and a feature event for local residents seeking maritime knowledge and cultural enrichment.
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