Rockhold Nominated for State Senator in Humeston
Alec Rockhold of Lineville won the Democratic nomination on the fourth ballot at Humeston, eight votes to six for J. A. Penick. Humeston and Clarke county delegates backed Rockhold as the party united behind his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander L. Rockhold
Lineville
Wayne County
Humeston
J. A. Penick
Alva Humeston
Rockhold
Penick
Chariton
New Wayne County
Frank Q. Stuart
L. 8. Clothier
Harden Exley
Clothier
Exley
Alec Rockhold
Alec
Lucas County
Joe Kridelbaugh
Harry Wright
F. Q. Stuart
Hardin Exley
L. S. Clothier
F. C. Larimer
Edward Kelley
Simon Press
W. H. Dewey
Surprise wedding unites Elmer Rowland and Margaret Combs at Alliance
In Alliance Nebraska last Sunday July 26 1903 Elmer Rowland of Hemingford Nebraska and Margaret Combs of Chariton married at the Baptist minister Rev Jeffreys home. The couple will reside in Hemingford where the groom works in a store. The bride daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Combs resided here since childhood and taught school at Hemingford last year. The newlyweds enjoy broad local friendship and best wishes for happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Alliance
Nebraska
Elmer Rowland
Hemingsford
Margaret Combs
Jeffreys
Rowland
Chas. Combs
Chas. Rowland
Sale of Belgian pattern oil hanging lamps
About a dozen round wick Belgian pattern oil hanging lamps for sale. Used very little and could pass for new. See us for a bargain. 80-21.
Horse Thief Captured After Derby Theft
A team of bay horses stolen from Wm. Wyatt of Derby was hitched to a spring wagon with a hog crate. The thief fled to Missouri and was captured at Lock Springs by the local constable. He admitted the act, waived examination, and was bound over. Wyatt recovered the valuable horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Wyatt
Derby
Wyatt
Missouri
Lock Springs
Ross
Justice Manning
G. Monroe
Mrs Shimp Died After Short Illness in Pleasant Township
Mrs James Shimp died at her home in Pleasant township on Thursday evening July 23 1903 after an illness of only a few weeks Funeral services were held Saturday forenoon conducted by Rev Kitchen of this city and the remains were laid to rest She was the daughter of Lyman Whitcomb formerly of this county now in Humboldt Nebraska The deceased was quiet in disposition but pleasant and her greatest happiness came from helping others Her death is mourned by the entire community and the sorrowing husband and children have the sympathy of many friends
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Shimp
Pleasant Township
Kitchen
Lyman Whitcomb
Humboldt
Nebraska
Funeral services for Mr. Frank Cassady in Chariton
Mr. Frank Cassady died in Chariton on Saturday evening July 25 1908 after a brief illness with pneumonia and heart trouble. Brief services were held by Rev B F Miller and the remains were taken to Centerville for M E church funeral services under the Grand Army of the Republic. He leaves two daughters and a son and the community extends sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Cassady
Ed Young
B. F. Miller
Centerville
M. E
Grand Army of the Republic
Cassady
Chariton
Great Western Rail sells tickets to Seattle at reduced rates
The Chicago Great Western Railway will, from August 1 to August 14, offer greatly reduced passenger fares to Seattle Washington. For full information contact any Great Western Agent or J. P. Elmer, G. P. A., Chicago Ml.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Great Western Railway
Seattle
Wash
Great Western
J. P. Elmer
Chicago
Democratic County Central Committee Meets August 8 1903
The democratic county central committee will meet at the Democrat office on Saturday August 8 1903 at 1 30 p m to elect officers for the ensuing year and arrange the fall campaign. W H Dewey, J C Baker, Chairman, Secretary. 31 21
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic County Central Committee
W. H. Dewey
J.C. Baker
Waterworks Idea Brought to Chariton Council
Mr J Houser of Lewistown Pennsylvania visited Chariton to study a waterworks proposal for the city. He plans to present a plan after evaluating a feasible system not relying on wells. The eastern company aims to offer the best Chariton has seen, stressing water quality for machinery compatibility and potential profitability.
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J. ©. Houser
Lewistown
Pennsylvania
Chariton
Houser
Bauer Fish Trade Boosts Local Sales
Local residents report strong fish sales this summer as Chariton buyers pay cash and haul fish eighteen miles to Bauer, avoiding delivery in Chariton. Bauer fishermen say Chariton buyers are willing to pay good prices, supporting the small town economy.
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Bauer
Burg
Chariton
Humeston Town Ball Dramatic Showdown with Chariton Maroons
Last Friday afternoon Humeston hosted a town ball game against the Chariton Maroons. Humeston won by a narrow margin as both teams delivered quality play with lively fielding and batting. The crowd praised town ball and compared it favorably to base ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton Maroons
Humeston
The Button Age and Its Odd History
An amusing look at how buttons dominate daily life, calculating that people undo and redo about seven hundred million buttons each night. It notes early buttons in the fourteenth century lacked button holes and were purely ornamental, prompting questions about how clothing was kept modest.
Oppenheimer Commences New Residence South of Home
Simon Oppenheimer has begun erecting a fine new residence on the lot south of his home. When completed it will be occupied by Ely Oppenheimer and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simon Oppenheimer
Ely Oppenheimer and
Jenkins Will Make Race After Withdrawing Declination
Albert Jenkins of Russell who was nominated for representative at the democratic convention withdrew his declination after friends prevailed upon him to stay in the race. He decided to reconsider after learning a rumor of dissatisfaction was unfounded and will actively canvass for the office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Jenkins
Russell
Jenkins
Death of R. R. Martin in Chariton Iowa 1903
R. R. Martin died at Clarinda hospital on Wednesday July 22 1903 at 1 30 pm after brain illness and brain fever. He served in the 36th Iowa Infantry in the Civil War and lived in Warren Township before moving to Chariton. He is survived by his second wife Kalista Holmes and three daughters among seven children. Burial followed in Waynick cemetery after services at his home led by Rev Fred B Palmer. He was long respected for his honor integrity and upright character.
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R. R. Martin
Clarinda
Ira Curtis
Chariton
Fred B. Palmer
Iseminger Post, G.a.y R
Waynick
Reugen R. Martin
Putnam County
Indiana
Iowa
Henry County
36Th
Iowa Infantry
Wapello County
Warren Township
Martin
Mary J. Davis
Kalista Holmes
Foreman A. V. Perks resigns from Patriot for Auburn printing
A. V. Perks, longtime Patriot foreman, resigns after a year of service and will move to Auburn New York to buy a half interest in a printing business. He is described as a thorough printer and skilled worker. His replacement will be hard to fill as he departs Chariton with his wife amid many friendships formed here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. V. Perks
Patriot
Auburn
New York
Perks
Chariton
Geo. W. Hobson
Washington
Milburn Hobson
W. S. Childs
Isabelle
Hot Springs
Deadwood
South Dakota
Nebraska wheat crop to reach record 80 million bushels
Reliable Burlington Route estimates predict Nebraska will harvest about 80,000,000 bushels of wheat this year, mostly winter wheat, with acreage 20 to 25 percent above last season. Historical comparisons show a shift toward winter wheat since 1899, signaling strong state prosperity. Also notes local social updates including Miss Lida Bond's move to Cleveland and visits to Mrs. Bates, plus Rev. Borg attending a mission meeting in Munterville.
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Chicago
Ita
Burlington
Nebraaska
Nebraska
Mamie Kuhns
Margaret
B. F. Bates
J. P. Borg
Swedish Lutheran Church
Munterville
Crop Bulletin Reports Strong Hay Grain Harvest Statewide
The bulletin notes ideal weather boosted hay and grain harvests with most hay crop secured. Southern districts report varied small grain yields while corn shows gains. showers could help in some areas. A 20th hailstorm from Lyon Osceola to Taylor Ringgold counties caused crop destruction along a six mile wide path. Overall losses affect a few thousand farms but represent a small state-wide share. Minor crops fare fairly, markets show good early apples and garden truck supply.
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Lyon
Osceola
Taylor and Ringgold
Deming Visits Massachusetts Friends on Return
George E. Deming came back Tuesday night from Massachusetts where he visited boyhood friends. He reports a very enjoyable trip. The city council met Monday evening and ordered several new sidewalks laid, with many bills allowed but no major business transacted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George E. Deming
Massachusetts
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lucas County Chautauqua
Rowland Combs
Chariton’s New Free Library
Democratic Committee
Waterworks Insight
Ell
Ida Brandrup
Richard
Webster City
Wm. Baldwin
Lida Bond
Cleveland
Ohio
William J. Bryan
Indianola
Reginning
West Side
Chariton, Ia
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