Sunday School Convention Opens in Lockridge
The Fortieth Annual Jefferson County Sunday School Association convention met in Lockridge on Tuesday and Wednesday with opening devotion by J. A. Bates. Officers were elected for the coming year and a resolution plan urged support for the state and international work, temperance teaching, and Traveling expenses for Davenport delegation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County Sunday School Association
Lockridge
J. A. Bates
Mra. Belle Sampson
Z .T. Moore
W. F. Jones
Hiram Heaton
Yates
Prof. Manning
T .B. Short
D. McPherson
Helen Bean
A. Hopkirk
J. D Bates
Mise Dell Kirkpatrick
F. .Fones
Thomary Osborn
W. Wade
Pleasant Plain
Providence of God
Apain
Davenport
Shoplifting Mania Praises Caution in Stores and Youth Conduct
A dated editorial warns of shoplifting as a mania affecting both adults and youths. It notes floor walkers in large stores and frequent petty thefts in small towns, urging better conduct, parental guidance, and awareness to prevent larger losses.
Properties For Sale Near Malcabie Iron Works
Three properties offered by Geo W. Wuirre & Co near Malcabie Iron Works. Also a farm for trade against city property or western land. Special bargains advertised by the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malcabie Iron Works
Quiet wedding ties Murdock and Farmer in Mt Pleasant
The five oclock ceremony at the Murdock home joined Mabel Murdock to John H. Farmer of Mt Pleasant. The Fairfield born bride has lived in our city among a respected family. Mr Farmer, born in Mt Pleasant, works in Burlington railway bridge work. They plan a two week visit with relatives in Missouri before settling at Mt Pleasant. Old Settlers meet in Mt Pleasant on Saturday Sept 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Murdock
Mabel
John H. Farmer
Mt. Pleasant
Chandler
Missouri
Burlington Road
Mr. Farmer
Mt Pleasant
Manless yacht races to headline Jamestown Exposition
Norfolk observers anticipate a large fleet of manless yachts at the Jamestown exposition next year. miniature six foot sailing craft compete without crews on straight or triangular courses, offering science and spectacle for enthusiasts and visitors alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
R. H. Sexton
Department of Congresses
English
New England
Scotland
Ike
Rooster
Fnland
Kings take over Bradshaw Livery barn with plans for pavilion
S C King and Grant Hudgell have bought the Bradshaw Livery barn and taken possession. They consider building a safe pavilion or boarding barn with offers to take stock. The project is seen as beneficial to the city and encouraged by supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S.C. King
Grant Hudgell
Bradshaw
John Snyder Visits City En Route to Chicago
Mr. John Snyder stopped in the city Saturday morning for a few days visit with friends on his way home to Chicago from a trip through Lincoln Nebraska and Kansas City Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Snyder
Chicago
Lincoln
Nebraska
Kansas City
Saloon Opponents Attacked in Burlington Assault
In Burlington Iowa a prominent civil federation leader B F Jones was attacked on a public street by men linked to saloon supporters. Authorities know nothing of the assailants. The same group allegedly threatened President J N Patterson. The incident draws condemnation and may affect next week's case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Iowa
Sept
B. EF. Jones
Civil Federation
Jones
J. N. Patterson
Divc Federation
Lucky Find Reveals Gold Hoard Near West Point Farm
Lee County man Frank Blunt unearthed a chest with several thousand dollars in gold coins from an old cistern. While cleaning an old well he found a tin can containing 845000 in gold. He also bought the Courtright farm near West Point and recalls a prior gold hunt at the Ban field farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gate City
Lee County
O Frank Blunt
Courtright
West Point
Banfield Farm
Prohibition Convention Set for Sept 29 at the Court house
The Prohibitionists plan a county ticket nominating meeting at the courthouse on Saturday September 29 at 2 pm Each precinct gets two delegates plus one for every 15 votes cast for H F Hanson for governor in 1903 Readout lists precincts Abingdon Batavia Black Hawk Brookville Buchanan Cedar Des Moines Fairfield township Fairfield City wards 1 2 3 4 Liberty Lockridge Packwood Penn Round Prairie Walnut with P H Heston as County Chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Courtouse
H. F. Hanson
Abingdon
Batavia
Blackhawk
Brookville
Buchanan
Cedar
Des Moines
Fairfield Township
Fairfield City
Ward
Liberty
Lockridge
Packwood
Penn
Round Prairie
Walnut
P. H. Heston
Jefferson County Distric Court Opens September Term
The September term of Distrit Court for Jefferson county convenes Monday September 24 with Hon. M. A. Roberts presiding. The petit jury reports Monday at 1 30 and grand jury on the first day at 10. One criminal case J I Kent charged with grand larceny will be heard along with 145 cases totals that include probate, law and chancery and eight divorce actions. Prof J P Morehead reopens his studio in Wilson block and announces a music instruction focus. A. W. Gro Warre Co note delayed Colorado trip to October 2 and 16. Farmers report rapid corn maturing with best yields and high prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
M. A. Roberts
J. I. Kent
Sawyers Wilson Nuptials In St Louis
Edith Wilson and Dr Frank L Sawyers wed Wednesday evening at 8 30 in St Louis Rev W J Hatfield officiating. The bride, longtime JOURNAL worker, is from Fairfield and Poplar Bluff Missouri. the groom is a Northwestern University trained dentist from Unionville Iowa now practicing in Poplar Bluff. Best wishes from the JOURNAL and the community follow the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Edith Wilson
Frank L. Sawyer
Poplar Bluff
Sawyers
W. J. Hatfield
Miss Wilson
Olive Street
Hatfield
Martha Edith Wilson
Jacob Wilson
Our City
Fairfield
St. Joseph
Stansberry
Missouri
Journal
Frank L. Sawyers
M. I. Sawyers
Unionville
Iowa
No Defense of Immorality in Contemporary Papers
The passage notes editors across many papers, large and small, share a moral tone. It praises decency, temperance, industry, and respect for public schools, while condemning vulgarity and dishonesty and commending editors for their liberal, charitable spirit and pride in their calling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ife
Paul
Definition of a Gentleman Through Restraint
A historical quote notes a man becomes a gentleman when he refrains from common men's actions, highlighting discipline and self control as the core of courteous conduct. The remark frames gentlemanly behavior as choice and restraint rather than class or birth.
Report of Chautauqua Association Financials 1905 1906
The auditing committee presents a summary of cash receipts and expenses for the Chautauqua Association covering 1905 and 1906. It lists income from former treasurer payments and season ticket advances, plus expenses across program committees, advertising, entertainment, labor, and tent furnishings. Net profits for the assembly show cash on hand and net receipts for the year with balance figures as of September 20, 1906.
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Laura BE Chilcott
M. Mickey
Geo. W, Wuirre & Co
Old Settlers
Henry County
Jamestown
J. P. Morehead
Wilson
Mr Morehead
Colorado
Texas
Gro. W. Warre & Co
Sawyers - Wilson
Frank L Sawyers
St. Louis, Mo
Chautauqua Association
The
Fairfield Chautauqua Association
Frank Fourt
Association
Gates
Alton
Park
Kent
Gas and Electric Light Company
ISG
Amaseesneteree
A. Power
HH. P. Thorne
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