29 Nov 1906
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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1906
Page
1
Secretary Wilson presents the 1906 annual agricultural review to the president, detailing rising crop values, expanded meat and food production, and the economic impact of farming. He notes enhanced inspections, pure food rules, grain grading, humane livestock transit measures, and a robust export surplus driven by cotton, sugar, and cereals.
Burglars hit W E Lewis and A Riebel stores Sunday stealing about twelve dollars from a cash register and minor cash from Riebel. They damaged the Lewis register. depots ticket office broken into Tuesday with no theft. Two men Pat Kane and Ed Hanley arrested Monday, linked to Van Wert hardware burglary. Boss took them to Leon for trial. No link established to Chariton robberies.
Horace G. Larimer, junior member of Hollinger & Larimer in Chariton, was elected last Friday to lead the Town Association of Trades in Des Moines. The federation unites manufacturers, jobbers, and retailers to boost state business. Larimer also serves as president of the Iowa Retail Clothiers Association, a member group in the new federation.
A local warning recalls the state pure food law prohibiting sale of bad eggs. Retailers are urged to ensure eggs are fresh and not spoiled or boiled before payment. State food inspector Tate cautioned Chariton retailers to verify eggs prior to passing them to consumers.
Rev N Evans spoke Friday evening at the M EH church on Twenty five Years in the Pacific Northwest. The lecture drew praise as one of the best in Chariton for its interest and instruction. Musical program included Prelude by Mrs C C Mayhew vocal solos by Miss Jessie McIntire Fred Larimer and Dr Walter Anderson. Mr Gross of Chicago closed with a vocal solo.
Miss May DeLay daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe DeLay formerly of Chariton now of St Joseph Mo was injured at a wholesale grocery printing office Thursday when her left hand was caught in a press roller. Skin and flesh were torn but bones are intact she is in Sisters Hospital undergoing treatment to save the hand.
The piece praises farming as the backbone of national prosperity. It notes labor scarcity and capital abundance, the creator’s provision of abundance, and a future filled with dignity. It credits the agriculture department for a significant role in current farmer prosperity and urges continued intelligent effort.
The Hillgreen Lane pipe organ at St Andrews church was dedicated in a Thursday recital by William B. Zeuch of Chicago. The event featured choir selections and solos by Miss Willie Elise Brown and Homer Coughlan, highlighting an organ with 1051 pipes and versatile couplers for varied tonal effects.
Next Wednesday December 5 marks Chariton’s fire fighters banquet. Organizers promise an excellent supper and top notch entertainment with tickets 50 cents for both supper and show, 25 cents for entertainment only.
Roy Meadows suffers blood poisoning from small scratches on both hands while dressing a rabbit. He has been confined to his home since Thursday.
An ad promotes Dr Hewins Croup Cure for spasmatic croup and dry coughs, claiming rapid relief without vomiting. A testimonial from J W Campbell of Washington Iowa praises its effectiveness after years of trial with other medicines. Produced by Dr Hewins office over the post office in Chariton Iowa and Frances Blanchard involved in a Christmas sale in Mrs Steele's millinery store with a December start.
The recent county school fair in the armory showcased a large slate of exhibits from county pupils under Miss Laura Fitch. First prizes went to students over twelve for items including Why I Should Have a Bank Account, best writing, patching, darning, embroidery and bread making with prizes from local banks and businesses. Additional prizes awarded to younger pupils covered similar crafts and foods, reflecting strong student effort though attendance lagged.
Will D. Boydston former Chariton superintendent of the Iowa Telephone Company in Colfax was badly hurt when he fell twenty feet from a telephone pole he was repairing. He was found unconscious and has remained so, striking his face and head. He and his wife had moved from Chariton to Colfax, from Roxville where the family had long resided. friends fear for his recovery.
Mrs Anna Lorilla Edson died at her home in southeast Charlton after seven years with consumption. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church, interment in Chariton cemetery. She was born December 17, 1872, married to W L Edson December 9, 1897, and survived by her husband, daughter Francis who died at age two and a half, and her extended family including seven brothers and two sisters from Iowa, Kansas, California, and Council Bluffs.
The Four Track News sketches Washington Irving’s Ichabod Crane as based on Jesse Merwin, a schoolmaster and grandfather of Mrs. William Haven of Ottumwa. Haven, head of Inland Fuel Co., preserves copies of the item for his children to recall their grandfather’s role in American literature.
Postal laws warn against enclosing requests for premiums in mailed packages including soap wrappers tobacco tags or merchandise. Clerks must inquire for concealed writing with penalties up to ten dollars as collected by postal inspectors. Post office hours and telephone closures noted.
The couple Wyland and Miss Ethel Still were wed in Davis City on a Wednesday at noon. Mrs Wyland is noted as well known in the community with many friends offering congratulations.
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