Dow City Bank Failure Involving H S Green
The Bank of Dow City failed with over 200000 dollars in March. H S Green, once owner and key figure, fled and was missing for years before authorities pursued him. Indictments and secret letters tied Green to the crime, with Crawford and Denison officials coordinating efforts to bring him to Iowa for punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bank of
Dow City
N. Sa
J. S. Green
Cal
Cen
Winters
Deni
J. McAhren
United Arshal
Denison
Sweeley City
New King’s New Discovery Cures Consumption Coughs
A touching testimonial from Cumberland reports an 11 year old girl near death from throat disease finding relief with Dr King’s New Discovery after four bottles. Available at Frank S Shriner with 50 cent and 1 dollar sizes, guaranteed, free. August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baby Co
A. Eyler
Cumberland
Dr. King
Frank S. Shriner
Clergyman Praises Education Across Sermon
A clergyman spoke at a preacher event praising education. The address highlighted learning as a path to better communities and personal growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tory
My Girl Sent Back a Letter and I Got It
A Browning’s Magazine excerpt describes a Chaldean youth rubbing a head bump after a fray. A stern citizen chastises him, but the youth reveals he received a letter from his girl, provoking his obstinate response. The scene contrasts ancient brick writing with a modern personal note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Nothing on the Market Equal to Chamberlains Remedy
A Joplin Missouri druggist endorses Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as unmatched for bowel complaints. The circular notes nine of ten druggists recommend it and advertise sales through Frank S. Shriner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Obe Witmer
Joplin
Frank S. Shriner
Atg
Digby and Higby Court Exchange Over Mind's Return
In a courtroom exchange Judge remarks on a defendant's claim of temporary mental decline. Digby states emotional distress from illness while Higby questions when, if ever, the mind might be restored. The exchange highlights the tension between health and accountability in the trial.
A Warning to Mothers About Summer Bowels Care
The article urges mothers to protect small children during hot weather from bowel troubles. It advises a fresh dose of castor oil as needed, and if symptoms persist to use Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil. It notes this treatment can prevent illness, including cholera infantum, and lists Frank S. Shriner as seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Frank S. Shriner
A Holy Man Attacks Corruption In Town
A harsh critique targets a local publisher as a holy man who denounces vice and political corruption. He claims officials squander funds and deny him space to print, condemning open saloons and moral decay while calling for reform.
Executor's Final Notice in George Mowery Estate
Notice to Maria B Mowery J C Mowery James K Mowery Percilla Burgess James A Morris Edward Morris Eliza Morris and others interested in the George Mowery estate. Final report of executor Benjamin F Mowery to be filed by September 14 1905 with hearing set for September 25 1905 at Fairfield Iowa. default possible. I D Jones Attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Iowa
Jefferson County
Maria B. Mowery
J. C. Mowery
James K. Mowery
Percilla Burgess
James A. Morris
Edward Morris
Eliza Morris
George Mowery
District Court
Benjamin F. Mowery
Sec
Fairfield
Iowa
Is Tim Slimmers Paying Attention to Mandy Tompkins
A man asks if Tim Slimmers still pays attention to Mandy Tompkins. The reply says no they don’t and that they are married, per a Washington Star item.
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Tim Slimmers
Mandy Tompkins
Farmer Corntassel
Washington Star
Alberta Sykes Weds Cecil Carter in Davenport
Alberta Sykes married Cecil Carter of Davenport at her parents home with about fifty guests present. Rev. Pearse Pinch officiated. Jessie Prentiss played the wedding march. The bride wore white swiss and carried roses. the groom works as dining car chef for the C R I & P Ry Co. Honeymooned to Chicago and Milwaukee. will reside in Davenport, Iowa.
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Chicago
Milwaukee
Davenport
Towa
Fairfield Woman Opens New Millinery After Purchase
Mrs. E. W. Miller, longtime Fairfield resident and daughter of pioneer J. Q. Thompson, purchases the former millinery shop from P. H. Fisher and plans a first class establishment with a skilled trimmer and courteous staff. A clearing sale is advertised and visitors are invited to call and become acquainted.
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M. G. Tomy
P. H. Fisher
Fisher
E. W. Miller
Fairfield
J. Q. Thompson
Miller
Real Estate Transfers July 18 Fairfield Nob
W F Dougherty and wife convey interest in lot 1 block 5 Southwestern addition Fairfield to Myrtle D Griffin for 100 dollars. Ida La Duke and husband also transfer interests on same date in Fairfield real estate per the record.
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W. F. Dougherty
Myrtle D. Griffin
Southwestern Addition
Fairfield
Ida la Duke
Real estate transfers across Fairfield and Batavia dated July
A sequence of property deeds lists multiple July transfers in Fairfield and Batavia. Purchasers include Myrtle D. Griffin, Adelaide Donaldson, Sophronia R. Woolens, Sarah McIntosh, James M. Hickenbottom, George S. Rollett, Franklin D. Lewis, Minnie M. Spielman, Nancy E. Ruddell, Wm. L. Long, and Laura Shepherd, with various parcels and sums from $100 to $1,200 and fractions of acres or tracts in multiple townships and additions.
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Wm. E. Dougherty
Myrtle D. Griffin
Fairfield
Adelaide Donaldson
H. C. Long
Sophronia R. Woolens
D. E. Smith
Sarah McIntosh
Alexander Hopkirk
James M. Hickenbottom
O. W. Warner
George S. Rollett
Albert G. Lewis
Franklin D. Lewis
S. R. Woolens
E. K. Baker
Minnie M. Spielman
Packwood
B. F. Gabbert
Nancy E. Ruddell
Whitwood
Batavia
Clifford S. Long
Wm. L. Long
George S. Long
Laura Shepherd
Roosevelt in Fairfield to View Grand Moving Pictures
President Roosevelt will be shown in moving pictures and oath ceremony footage in Fairfield on Monday evening August 14. D W Robertson’s New York City moving picture company brings the film for its fourth Fairfield visit this year with a grand parade and concert. Seats are selling at Louis Thoma’s Furniture store.
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President Roosevelt
Fairfield
Roosevelt
Washington, D. C
D. W. Robertson
Moving Picture Company
New York City
Louis Thoma
Better to Sleep on Floor Than Bolstered by Pillows
A compact moral line contrasts sleeping on the floor with being propped by pillows amid much contemplation, implying humility over comfort as a personal choice.
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Harper’s Weekly
National Biscuit Company
Uneeda Biscuit
Graham
Earth
Cesspools
I. D. Jones
Atty. Ixecutor
J. E. Roth & Coo
J. E. Roth & CO
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