The John Wanamaker Warned On Advertising Folly
A Philadelphia diary recalls John Wanamaker or Moneymaker, owner of a dry goods store, who spent modest sums on ads and faced critics who doubted advertising. The tale ends with his success in running many stores and students missing Sunday lessons. Decorah fairgoers praised a local auto race, noting a half mile dirt track reaching sixty mph and good value for fans.
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John
Wanamaker
Moneymaker
Philadelphia
Philadelphia Ledger
Decorah
St Pauls Church Notes Highlights Sunday Service and Honors
St Pauls Church notes announce a 10:00 a m service on Sunday August 22 and praise Rev Albert M Billingsley for his appointment to the National Country Life Commission. The Upper Iowa Anns conference meets September 15 at St Luke s church in Dubuque known for its chimes architecture stained glass and social work including a deaconess and baby fold home. Weather hints at early fall with falling leaves and wish for warmer days.
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Billingsley
Upper Iowa
Anms Conference
Dubuque
St. Luke's Church
West Union notes and town news highlights
Local updates cover births and illnesses in the community, visits by families and neighbors, school and chautauqua events, car sales, and travel. Plus memorials and civic notices, including a drowning incident, farmers markets, fairs, and a bridge picnic.
Fayette County Fair Dates and Big Show Promises
The Fayette County Fair runs August 23 to 27 with four full days and three night shows. Night entertainment features band concerts, the Tennessee Warblers, vaudeville acts, and Martin's spectacular fireworks on an elaborated scale. Fireworks and free acts are new highlights. horse racing purses are liberal and three ball games will offer larger prizes.
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Fayette County
Tennessee Warblers
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Minnesota
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Lime Springs
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Reese
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Marshalltown
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America
Argo-Gazette
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Davenport
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Texas
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Elkton
Tom Lewis
German Baptist Sunday School
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Miss Keller
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