Parcel Post Rates Change Increases Weight Limit
Postmaster Keiser announces Washington directive effective August 15 1913 raising parcel post fourth class weight limit from 11 to 20 pounds for delivery within the first and second zones. Postage for parcels over 4 ounces becomes five cents per flat pound plus one cent for every additional two pounds, with adjustments for other offices within the zones under revised Parcel Post Regulations Sections 1 8 7 and 16.
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Keiser
Washington
Young People Program at German Baptist Church Sunday
The Young Peoples Svaisty of the German Baptist Church presents a Sunday program on August 3 at 1 o clock. Featuring vocal selections by Cornell Hebeilen Anny Bea Luther Kre. Also piano duet by Chi land and Portinger Orchestra. Florence aia Mateaceae 1 Ber and Brewer Unsightly Face Spots ad for Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment. Cures itching burning and scaley skin. endorsements include Mr Alleman Littletown Pa. Guarantee or money back. Price 50 cents. Pfeiffer Chemical Co. Philadelphia and St Louis. City Drug Store.
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The
Young Peoples‘ Svaisty of
German Baptist Church
Voost Muehlent Alec
Avi Chiland
Youal Portinger Orcheat
Celburg Ir
Cornell’ ‘Hebeilen
Anny Bea
Luther Kry
Junior Rae
Florence Aia Mateaceae
Brewer
Hobson
Mr. Alleman
Littletown
Pfeiffer Chemical Co
Philadelphia
St. Louis
German Baptist Church Sunday Schedule and Greeting
The notice lists a Sunday schedule for German Baptist Church with Sunday School at 9 45 a m Sermon at 11 00 a m Luncheon at 12 00 Musical program at 2 00 p m by the B P 8 inviting everyone to attend The wording encourages attendance and enjoyment of the music with a friendly tone The text includes garbled lines but retains the core service times and invitation to join.
A Good Stock Farm in Olaf Iowa for Sale
250 acres of land with farming potential good pasture and timber. Includes house barn granary and outbuildings. Features a good well with wind mill. Inquiries directed to H. Olson Olaf Iowa.
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H. Olson
Olaf
Iowa
Elgin boys edge Wadena in batting rally
Last week Elgin's baseball team split two games with Wadena. A 16-5 loss at Wadena followed by a home 10-7 win, aided by a seven inning lead and a six run rally in the eighth. Attendance was strong for the season debut, and new uniforms impressed though Ler sprained a foot and left the field early. Next Sunday Volga City visit, with Kohler 14 and Heiden and Fennell behind the plate for Gil.
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Wadena
Elgin Boys
Ler
Volga City
Kohler
Heiden
Fennell
Gil Boys
Illinois Women Refuse Office Until Government Basics Learn
Gratitude expressed to L. C. A. ladies and concert supporters for a successful Tap Elaine Band event. Note praises Illinois women who show common sense by declining to hold office before mastering essential government basics.
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Tap Elain
Illinois
Sweden study ties Iowa to Swedish psychology program
Sweden has selected the University of Iowa as one of six U S institutions for its representatives to study this year. Finer Corvin of Stockholm has picked Iowa as a leading center in experimental psychology. A western farmer’s will reads I leave the earth and my raifications can have it. The high schools graduate 30 percent more girls than boys. The fruit crop in southern Illinois is damaged after a hot spell. The Ladies Aid Society meets Aug 7. Small grain looks good and corn shows promise.
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Nois
Sweden
University of Iowa
United States
Elbert Hubbard
Ladies Aid Society
Charles Feller
Bargains in Elgin area farms with improvements and timber
Listings offer several farms near Elgin including 140 acres cultivated and 40 acres pasture, timber, a nearly new house, large barns, granaries, wells and windmills. One 60 acre site with springs, another 4 acre poultry-friendly plot, and a 182 acre John Burk tract 14 miles south of Brainard. Prices claim under 100000 with quick-sale emphasis.
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Elgin
Ivit
Smacu Bar Goon
Elgin-West Union Road
Higin
Elgin West Union Road
John Burk
Brainard
Dakota
Banking as security and daily wealth growth praised
An advertising plea extols saving with a trusted bank to ensure safety and peace of mind. It argues a man is judged by his bank balance and urges daily increases in savings, praising contemporary banking methods favored by businessmen.
Land exchange and timber land for sale notices
Flax located miles north of Highmore Hyde Co South Dakota seeks exchange for a Fayette Co Iowa farm. Describes level to gently rolling black loam soil underlaid with clay, price 987.50. Pipes Lane two parcels near Elgin 5 acres and 10 acres, both well watered with springs, offered at reasonable prices.
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Highmore
Hyde
South Dakota
Fayette Co
Iowa
Elgin
Elgin Land Agency alters loan terms by publisher check
A Missouri banker uses a novel loan screening method by calling a local publisher. Subscribers with paid accounts receive favorable rates, while those in arrears face stricter terms and higher interest. July brings mixed weather and noted rainfall shortages across the Mississippi Valley.
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Elgin Savings Bank
Owa
Gus. Gunderson
Sam'l Mosby
Cashier
LaCrosse and Palmer Hammocks
C. L. Freiburghaus
Lowa
Canning
Max. Thoma
Seco
EAS
Prasidiya
Boxo
Boarp Gr
Orrngeys
King's New Life
Paul Mathuka
Buffalo
N. Y
J. P. McDermott
Bikader
C. Theo Schmid
Citizens’ State Bank
Lows
Elgin Land Agency
Missouri
Miasissippi Valley
Schorz & Kuster Lumber Company
Spelar
Vasa
Marlin Firearms
Willow Street
New Haven
Conn
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