Merry Nuits to ad and Illnesses in the Community
Mrs Elizabeth Kimball is ill Will Frieden and wife hosted guests Sunday A few in the vicinity are ill with la grippe Jno Smith and wife welcomed a son this week Mrs Hayney and son visited J C Shaffer home Mrs Baldwin of Werarteloe Waugh and Charevila of Blah spent Monday at Max Guyer home Mrs Mantluser and lutbhe sent once Mildred Yorouseto home from teaching duties A surprise party for Mrs Rothlisberger Friday Mrs Chis Kihgminn expected home after surgery Rev Graham and family received a farewell surprise they plan to move to Higin Residents express regret but wish them well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Kimball
Will Frieden
Grippe Jno
Smith
Th. Hayney
Minepola
J. C
Kickapoo Worm Killer for Children Health Card
A vintage health note warns that worms are common in children causing irritability and poor nourishment. It promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer as a treatment that kills worms relieves symptoms and cleanses the system, advising to obtain from druggists.
Probate of Will Notice in Iowa District Court
Notice given that on January 25 an instrument purporting to be the last will of Mary Cather Ward of Iowa is being offered for probate in the district court for proof and probate. Readers are told of hearings and the process for the will’s administration in Well Your Liver-tt Py section and local notices include various community updates and ads, with references to local figures and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Wayette County
Alps
Mary Cather Tae Keon
Etd
Aloe
Dieteier Court
Sting
Deewater
Ats
Cheery Valley Social Scene From G Dennlers to Rock Valley
Local notes show Elmer Dennler visiting G Dennlers Saturday while Jacob Christen hosted Tuesday evening guests. Rosa Treinhart plans Christmas at home with family. Jacob Devnter called on Fred Dennlers Monday. Fred Pulver served as caller at a Folie Grima function Tuesday. John Syiesger visiting Christin Bros home for a few days. Frank Colla and Tey Christen with Edwich Hanson Sunday at Bon Hotere Wlen Hanson and Jizsie Sehoian also visitors at Mrs Coulis Christens That day. A large group including Mred and Clara Yonker and others from Rock Valley arrived Tuesday for a brief stay with relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Christen
Coompany
Rosa Treinhart
Jacob Devnter
Fred Dennlers
Fred Pulver
Run
John Syiesger
Christin Bros
Prank
Colla
Tey Christen J
Edwich Hanson
Wlen Hanson
Jizsie Sehoian
Notice of divorce petition in Fayette County Iowa
The petition of Warren W Willerton seeks a divorce from Myrtle Willerton on grounds of incompatibility. If she does not appear before noon on the second day of the January Term 1916, to be held January 24, 1918, West Union, Iowa, a default judgment will be entered. H P Hancock attorney for petitioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payette Conmuly
Myrtle Willerton
District Court
Fayette County
Iowa
Warren W. Willerton
West Union
H. P. Hancock
Danger Signal Cough Remedies Highlight Chamberlain’s Cure
A warning compares ignoring a cough to ignoring a fire bell urging immediate action. The text touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a cure for coughs and colds, with a manufacturer's endorsement from M Thomas Beeeling of Andrews Indiana. It mentions availability at City Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M Thomas Beeeling
Andrews, Ind
Chamberlain
Hard Winter Predicted By Muskrat Forecasters
A humorous note predicts a harsh winter, claiming muskrat houses rising three to four feet above water signal trouble. It warns readers in three states to prepare, quipping about unreliable muskrat prophecies and urging action to “get busy” before severe conditions arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hicks
de- Yoo
If & Omskrat
Oyder Hall
Town
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Iowa Breeders Face Postwar Draft Horse Demand
War devastation in Belgium and heavy losses among French, Scotch, and English horses threaten future draft stock. Experts estimate a quarter century to restore prewar production, boosting Iowa breeders to meet rising global demand from South America, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and China for purebred horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belgium
South America
Australia
New Zealand
Japan
China
Iowa
Dangerous Colds and Coughs Warned by Health Note
A health note warns that colds and coughs can lead to serious lung diseases if neglected. It cites statistics claiming one in three die from lung ailments and promotes Dr King’s New Discovery as a reliable aid, noting long use and availability through druggists. Local inquiry for winter supplies suggests J I Prpilins in Higin Toya for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Noticing Courteous Answers From Railroad Leaders
A Reflector piece argues that the men who run major railroads stay courteous in public but are ordinary in daily life. It contrasts presidents with depot workers, suggesting managers’ patience and pleasant talk mask tougher realities in freight and window washing roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plas Hive
Meir
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertises Legal Oath
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears in Toledo that his firm will pay one hundred dollars for every cage of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The document, dated December 8, 1886, is notarized and notes internal use and blood impact. Sold by druggists for 76 cents with testimonials offered upon request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
Frank Joheney
Weglerson
F. I. Cheney, & CO
Ohio
Prices 100 Years Ago From Eastern Market
Prices listed for common goods from a historical column include butter at 8 quarts per pound, sugar at licents per pendant, pork at 80 cents per pound, bacon 6th cents per pound, whiskey 25 cents per gallon, wheat four pence per bushel, oats one cent per bushel, corn three cents per bushel, maslin 29 cents a yard, calico 36 cents a yard, wall paper two vents a yard, coal 1-2 1-2 cents a pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
OFO
Howe
Vege
Culico
Pain Killer Liniment Ad From 1915
An early 20th century advertisement touts Sloan's Liniment as a universal pain remedy. A Berkley reader reports neck stiffness after walking in wet ground at the Panama Exposition, applying Sloan's Liniment twice to full relief within hours. Price listed as 26 cents at druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoan
Marvin H. Leister
Berkley
Gai
Panama Exposition
Sloan
WHE SUCCESSFUL MAN
The text portrays the successful man as one who works while others idle, reads extensively in his craft, learns from masters and peers, and observes with an open eye to improve. He rises above mediocrity by striving to do his best and educating himself.
Nervous Wouen Relief Promised by Cham berlain Tablets
An advice note states that nervousness caused by constipation can be relieved quickly by Cham berlain's Tablets which also aid digestion and are available at City Drug Store.
Trespass Warning Issued In Ry Beoker Area
Readable fragments indicate a trespass notice forbidding all persons from passing on a land with Morgan named parties referenced. The text warns violations will be handled by law authorities, listing Ry Beoker as the locale.
Christmas Bride Reunites With Returning Sailor
Betty Green, long alone in South Cove, bakes a Christmas pie and prepares a wedding dress for four years, hoping for Jim Busby's return. A surprise knock reveals Jim alive after years of sea peril, and he returns to claim his Christmas bride in a poignant holiday reunion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
Jim
Mary Ann
South Cove
Mary
South America
Chin
Betty Green
Jim Busby
Getty
Sarah Glover
Hersel
Patagonian
Wright A. Patterson
Christmas Diary of a Riverside Girl in Paris and Home
A Riverside girl vents love and heartbreak across Paris and London, then returns to New York and Riverside. She reconciles with Carl, receives a diamond ring, and plans a June marriage while a real estate ad invites readers to rent farms, buy abstracts, and secure small town property.
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Dad
America
New York
Lfe
Europe
Asia
Africa
Riverside
Carl
Lalewood
Sam Perkins
Sam
Rivelside
Daddy
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