Local Briefs From Ottumwa Visit Notes
Miss Mabel Moberg visited relatives in Ottumwa on Saturday. Miss Margaret Lamansky rode to Ottumwa Saturday afternoon. John Cochran returned from a few weeks with his uncle in New London. Miss Florence Green resigned from Jefferson County Telephone Co. Mrs. D R Mesmer and son stayed with the Benfield family over Sunday. Mrs. A B Murray of Ottumwa visits her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Cochran. Martin Roach returned from two weeks with his mother near Salina. J N McClure of Mediapolis is in town on business and spent Sunday with his sister, Mrs J E Cummins. Miss Martha Emry and Master Chester and Miss Jessie Emry visited the King Cornell home in Afton. Miss Bessie Sappenfield returned to Brookville schools after visiting her parents. Mrs Claude Bowermaster returned from Ottumwa visiting Mrs John Ketcham. Mr and Mrs John Russell of Michigan visit Will Russell on East Jefferson Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. McClure
Mediapolis
J. E. Cummins
Martha Emry
Chester
Jessie Emry
King Cornell
Afton
Bessie Sappenfield
Brookville
John Russell
Michigan
Will Russell
East
Jefferson St
Revival meetings in Brookville continue with visiting speakers
In Brookville revival meetings progress with pastor aided by his brother Rev N Orcutt of Osle Dave Martin and Frank Simonton of Kewanee. Visitors Miss Maude Sears Fairfield and others spent time here and Abingdon with local families over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev. N. Orcutt
Osle
Dave Martin
Frank Simonton
Kewanee, Ll
Local Births Visits and Church Revival Reports
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Chas Litton on Tuesday the 27th Inez Ralph Workman and wife from Stockton visited over Sunday at the home of Mrs J Howell. Mrs Joe Shaner and her grandson Ralph travelled to Kirksville Missouri to visit Ambrose Shaner who travels for Blaut Son in Burlington. Rev McElroy of Hillsboro began a series of Baptist church meetings two miles east last Tuesday evening with good attendance despite poor weather. Mrs Walter Billingsley of Hinsdale is visiting her mother and Mrs Ruth Bower plans to spend the winter here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Litton
Inez
Ralph Workman
Stockport
Dalrymple Comedy Co Presents A Runaway Tramp at Grand Opera
On Thursday night December 6 the Dalrymple Comedy Co will perform A Runaway Tramp at the Grand Opera House. The company includes 25 actors plus a band and orchestra for the four act comedy drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Opera House
Dalrymple
Datnty Mina Griffin
Deafness Cure Promoted by Constitutional Remedies
An advertisement argues deafness cannot be cured by local applications and claims Hall's Catarrh Cure can cure nine cases out of ten caused by catarrh. It offers one hundred dollars for any deafness case not cured and directs readers to send for free circulars from KFJ Cuenny & Co Toledo Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
KF. J. Cuenny & Co
Druggtats
The
Toledo
Ohio
Brothers bound over in cattle theft case at Batavia
At Batavia Justice J M Stinson bound John Clark over to the grand jury on a cattle theft charge after a lengthy hearing. Will Clark, his brother and star witness, testified as the case drew public interest. bonds were set at 200 dollars. The Clark family, led by George Clark of Locust Grove township, drew local attention due to their prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Will Clark
Batavia
Joan
Will
John Clark
J. M. Stinson
Clark
James Arvel
Will Clarke
George Clark
Locust Grove Township
Teddy Bears The New Christmas Fad In Towns
The Wooly bears known as Teddy’s bears are replacing dolls in cities and spreading from the east. They can be bought or easily handmade, and Fairfield may soon see many bears as Christmas approaches. The wax doll remains loved by children, though the Teddy bear fad grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Roy Moore Injured While Harvesting Cornfield Record Attempt
Roy Moore of Newton Louisiana was working in a cornfield when a spent bullet from a shunter’s guns struck his back. The impact caused a sharp sting and momentary shock, halting his speed and preventing a possible record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Roy Moore
Palmer School of Chiropractic Serves Novel Thanksgiving Dinner
In Davenport Iowa on Thanksgiving Day the Palmer School of Chiropractic faculty staged a unique dinner for students. A turkey cadaver was used to demonstrate anatomy with students selecting portions to describe in detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Palmer School of Chiropractle
Potts and Potts highlight in vaudeville at Runaway Tramp show
Potts and Potts perform musical raps as part of special vaudeville features in A Runaway Tramp Thursday evening. The act headlines a log of acts at the theater, showcasing lively musical comedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potts & Potts
Fairfield Doctor Will Participate in Southern Iowa Medical Meeting
The Southern Iowa Medical Association will hold its annual meeting in Burlington on Thursday December 6 with instructors from Chicago Iowa City and Keokuk presenting. Jefferson County doctors will attend and a banquet will follow the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Iowa Medical Association
Burlington
Chicago
Iowa City
Keokuk
Jefferson County
H. J. Prentiss
C A. Boice
Washington
Golter
H. P. Wilson
Mediapolis
Frederick Menge
R. M. Lapsley
J. S. Gaumer
Fairfield
I. A. Abt
Eclampsta
J. A. Scroggs
John Ridlon
Clintes
Alt Girls Entertained By Miss Johnson and Miss Hogan
Saturday evening the A. L. T. girls and their gentlemen friends were entertained by the Misses Ruth Johnson and Charlotte Hogan at Ruth Johnson's home. Dancing was a feature with dance cards provided. A two course supper was served by Misses Florence Roth Lorena Scott and Marie Hammon. Covers were laid for thirty eight. Attendees included Miss Cunningham of Ottumwa guest of Miss Carrie Wiscarver and Miss Russell and Miss Garnett of Centerville guests of Mrs Cecelia Greenleaf, plus Mr. Lindsey of Grinnell visiting Frank Rainey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Johnson
Charlotte Hogan
Florence Roth Lorena Scott
Marie Hammon
Miss Cunningham
Ottumwa
Carrie Wiscarver
Russell
Miss Garnett
Centerville
Cecelia Greenleaf
Mr. Lindsey
Grinnell
Frank Rainey
Runaway Tramp at Grand Opera House With Free Band
The Dalrympe comedy company presents The Runaway Tramp with a fine band and orchestra at the Grand Opera house on Thursday evening December 6. A free band concert will be held in front of the Opera house at 7 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalrympe Comedy Company
Grand Opera House
Opera House
Dr Potter's Free Cure Tour Visits Fairfield Iowa
Dr Potter president of the staff at the Boston Electro Medical Institute tours Iowa offering free consultation examination and medicines to cure deafness and other illnesses. The Friday December 7 event at the Broadway Hotel Fairfield invites all to share treatment results with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potter
Boston Electro Medical Institute
Bright
Man seeks $1000 in suit over wife's alleged infidelity
Michael Shondel sues Walter Davidson for $1000 claiming Davidson alienated his wife Kitty Shondel's affections. The couple, from near Birmingham, allege Mrs Shondel deserted and traveled with Davidson to Burlington and Alledo and shared a husband and wife status. Crail & Crail represent Davidson. E R Smith attorneys for Shondel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Micheal Shondel
Birmingham
Walter Davidson
Michael Shondel
Wants Case Removed to Federal Court in Gifford v Rock Island
The Rock Island. railroad files to remove the case to federal court in Keokuk on grounds of inter state citizens. Mrs. Gifford resists and cites Iowa incorporation to show Rock Island resident status. The suit seeks 12000 damages for injuries from a collision of two trains in our city on June 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island Railroad
Gifford
Keokuk
Vonnie Gifford
Finois
Iowa
Lowa
Rock Island
Towa
History Notes From Jefferson County
The month featured clear weather suitable for harvesting corn with good highways until late month snow and rain. Dr. J Fred Clarke was elected to the legislature on the Democratic ticket. Charm King of Company M 50 Town injured himself by accidental self inflicted wound but is expected to live. Neal Tait of Abingdon died by his own hand. Mrs Ward Chandler of Packwood, aged eighty five, died this month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Fred Clarke
The
Historical Association
Charm King
Co. M
Neal Tait
Abingdon
Ward Chandler
Packwood
Hr. Heaton
Helen Higby Birthday Party for Sixth Birthday
Little Miss Helen Higby entertained thirty children Saturday afternoon from 3 to 6 o clock for her sixth birthday. Games entertained the guests then a birthday supper was served at 4 30. Helen received many beautiful gifts from her friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Higby
First National Bank of Fairfield Stockholders Meeting Notice
Notice to stockholders announces annual meeting of First National Bank of Fairfield Iowa. Election of a board of directors for the coming year will be held in Fairfield banking rooms between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Tuesday January 8 1907. Dated Fairfield December 2 1906. Frank Liegutz cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Bank of Fairfield
Fairfield
Town
Iowa
Frank Liegutz
Hollister Tea Marketed as Best Baby Medicine
Advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as essential for infant health. It promotes Tea or Tableta with prices listed in cents, credited to Frank S. Shriner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Frank S. Shriner
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement promises reward
One hundred dollars reward is offered for any catarrh cure Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. The ad from Walding Kinnan & Marvin in Toledo Ohio claims F J Cheney trustworthy and financially capable. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and sold by druggists. Testimonials available free. Price per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. J. Cheney
Thal
Walding Kinnan & Marvin
Toledo
O Hall
Hall
Orino Laxative Syrup Promises Cure for Stomach and Liver
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup is advertised as a remedy for stomach and liver trouble, aiding digestion and stimulating the liver and bowels without irritation. It claims to cure indigestion, sick headache, and chronic constipation and to be mild and pleasant, with no nausea or griping. Refuse substitutes, LS. Bradshaw & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LS. Bradshaw & Co
Dr Shoop Health Coffee offers coffee flavor without coffee
A local store advertises Dr Shoop Health Coffee as a wholesome drink without actual coffee. It claims to avoid stomach and kidney upset and to taste like Old Java and Mocha. Free samples available from Chas A Herring & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shoop
Chas
A. Herring & Co
Rocky Mountain Tea Becomes Backstage Phrase
A terse, cryptic note reads My heart and hand another claimed His plea had come to late. It laments lack of pluck and vim and mentions Rocky Mountain Tea and Shriner. The fragment hints at personal tension and a symbolic remedy tied to a product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FF. S
Shriner
Doctor Finn Praises Poley’s Kidney Cure in Boonsboro Testimony
Dr Thomas Finn of Boonsboro Missouri with 32 years in practice says he has tried every prescription for kidney and bladder diseases but finds Poley’s Kidney Cure most effective for chronic and acute cases. It stops irregularities and strengthens the system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Finn
Boonsboro Mo
Baye
Poley
Wanted Local Representative for Fairfield Renewals
Local publisher seeks a representative to grow renewals and increase subscriptions for a high circulation monthly magazine. Salary plus commission with year to year continuation potential. Experience desirable. Apply to Publisher box 59 Station O New York BOS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Box 59
Station O
New York
BOS
Dr Shoop's Restorative Promoted For Stomach Nerve Issues
An ad explains indigestion as a nerve-related disease and credits Dr Shoop with developing Restorative to target stomach nerves. It touts tablets or liquid as remedies for stomach distress, bloating, biliousness, bad breath, and sallow complexion, urging readers to try and buy with cheerful endorsement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoop
Dr. Shoop
Quiet Wedding Unites McElderry and McMillen Couple
Announcements in the city Thursday reveal the marriage of Donald McElderry of this city to Miss Sadie McMillen of Ottumwa. The ceremony took place at four o clock Wednesday at the bride s cousin s home in Ottumwa with few relatives present. After a brief honeymoon they will reside in Iowa City after December 3. The bride is a respected nurse with many friends here, and Mr McElderry is a son of Mr and Mrs John R McElderry and a University of Iowa student.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald McElderry
Sadie McMillen
Ottumwa
McElderry
Lowa City
John R. McElderry
South Main Street
University
Iowa City
The
Daily Journal
Cured at Bright's Disease by Foley's Kidney Cure
George A Sherman of Lisbon Red Mills Lawrence County New York said he suffered kidney disease for years and after twelve years of various doctors and remedies he found relief with Foley's Kidney Cure. He reported frequent urination and brick dust in urine ceased after four bottles. For sale by F. P. Jericho & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. A. Sherman
Lisbon
Red Mills
Lawrence County
N. Y
Foley
FP. W. Jericho & Co
Opening of Big Pasture Reservation Prompts Rail Fare Offer
Rock Island will sell Homeseekers tickets on Saturday December 1 to Marlow Waurika Lawton Chattanoons Hobart Frederick with return at almost one fare for round trip. Return limit 30 days. For information contact Hl A Mounren Agent.
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Mabel Moberg
Margaret Lamansky
John Cochran
New London
His
Florence Green
Jefferson County Telephone Co
D. R. Mesmer
Benfield
A. DB. Murray
Martin Roach
Margaret Roach
Salina
Claude Bowermaster
John Ketcham
Mabel Hudgell
Ruby
Chartie Ireland
Merlin Johnston
F. P. Sears
H. P.jantz
J. H Parsons
Glasgow
Grand Jury
Teddie
Fairfield Doctor
Fairfied, Iowa
Our City
Broadway
Broadway Hotel
Crail & Crail
Davidson
E.R. Smith
History of
F. W. Jericho & CO
Dalrymple Comedy CO
Dainty
Mina Griffin
P Oihag
Thoma’s Pharmacy
Grand Street Parade
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