Fairfield City Council Proceedings 1921 Minutes
City council readings show minutes from July 19 regular session and July 26 adjourned session. Motions approve tax abatement for lot 5 block 10 old plat and grant Standard Oil Co. permit for a North Fourth street filling station. A resolution for League of Iowa Municipalities dues due Aug 2 1921 to Aug 1 1922. several city bills and fund payments listed. adjournment set for Aug 9 1921.
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Zeizler
Herm McElderry
Illiams
McElderry
Williams
Board of Supervisors
Aye
Horn
Nelson
Price
Brandall
Fairfield
Iowa
League of Iowa
League
Marshalltown
Gee
Woods
Sanford Zeigler
Age
General Fund
Sal
L. T. Chapins
Gee. C. Woods
F Black
Fry Copeland
Wen Switzer
Z. i, Crowe
Labor
Frank Smith
Israel Haynes
Wm Moore
Gamcoln Hudgell
Randard Oil Co
Baines Oil Co
Jowra Mal Iron Co
BW Dole
Teague
Redabaozh & Bean
Yewa Elec Co
Light
Droz
Femnes Bros
D Erickson
B Antes
Glen Harris
Albert Barker
J B Terry
Western Elec Co
Rodabaugh & Bean
Iowa Elec Co
E N Gentry
Gaines Bros
W Harris
Blacksimth
Geo. C. Woods
Brandall, McElderry
Gentry
Council Meeting Moves to Adjourn and Finalize Venue
At the session the council moved and passed a motion to address the venue. The action indicates a formal decision on the site for a future event or use, reflecting council agreement and proceeding steps.
Giant prehistoric land animal found in Baluchistan
Remains described as the largest and most mysterious land animal ever walked the earth were found in Baluchistan. The creature resembled a rhinoceros with a giraffe like neck, and its neck bones appear small compared with the largest prior land animals.
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Baluchistan
Blue Sundae Inspired Soda Clerk Banter
A soda clerk pitches a violet ice cream with crushed blueberries served on toy and names the idea a blue sundae. The piece then shifts to a railroad notice: the special rail rate for the State Fair runs August 24 to September 2, with usual reductions in effect again this year.
Boys Make Money Special Offer for Young Producers
Sunset Magazine advert invites boys to mail their names to Circulation in San Francisco for details of a vacation and after school money making program. Promises attractive prizes for producers and contributions from readers.
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Paras Sunset Magazine
San Ncisco
Cal
Invaluable Coating for Tubes Invention
J. Marcusson devises a resinous coating for tubes and hollow bodies of cement concrete or mortar. Formaldehyde reacts with phenols or similar compounds to create a film that cures into an insoluble layer. The coating resists mineral and fatty oil exposure over time.
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J. Marcusson
Cause of Appendicitis and Bowel Health
The note explains that constipation leads to fecal matter in the large intestines and germs entering the appendix causing appendicitis. It advises taking Chamberlain's Tablets to keep bowels regular and reduce risk, labeling it an advertisement.
Five years with heart symptoms led to life insurance decline
A patient recalls being refused life insurance due to heart symptoms blamed on gas pressure. After trying Mayr's Wonderful Remedy three years ago, they report rapid relief. The ad claims the preparation removes catarrhal mucus and inflammation across stomach to intestines with a money back guarantee after one dose.
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Mayr
Johns Hopkins carfare remark on saving interest
Johns Hopkins, founder of the university, was noted for walking to his office despite his age and frail health. When asked why he walked, he reportedly said a carfare is the equivalent of a year’s interest on a dollar, so the interest on a dollar is worth saving.
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Johns Hopkins
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisements
Catarrh is described as a local disease influenced by constitution. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is marketed as a tonic and blood purifier that cleanses the blood and strengthens the system to restore normal conditions and aid natural healing. Druggists supply it. circulars free from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
Nature
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Doan's Kidney Pills Advertised By Fairfield Testimony
A vintage advertisement claims Doan's Kidney Pills strengthen weak kidneys and prevent urinary ills. Fairfield resident Mrs. Uriah Battin testifies of reduced back pain and lasting relief after using the product. Price listed as 60 cents at dealers. Foster-Milburn advertisement from Buffalo, New York.
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Dean
Fairfield
Uriah Battin
W. Kirkwood St. Fairfield
Doan
Hot Weather Diseases Remedy Ad Promotes Chamberlain's
In hot weather bowels disorders are dangerous. protect your family with Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. It can be depended upon and many have testified to its excellence.
France and Scotland Allied Influence on Language
The article notes France and Scotland were allies from the early 14th century until James VI ascended the English throne, and French influence is evident in many Scottish words. It highlights a long historical alliance shaping linguistic ties between the nations.
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France
Scotland
James VI
Fortification Pioneer John Ziska Defies Odds at Ziskaberg
Bohemian Hussite leader John Ziska earned the title father of modern fortification after he seized a high stronghold near Prague in 1420. He resisted a 30,000-strong force with only a few thousand troops.
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John Ziska
Bohemia
Prague
Ziskaberg
Appetite Promoted by Chamberlain’s Tablets Ad
Advertisement touts Hunger as a food sauce and Cham berlain s Tablets as the correct remedy for improving digestion creating a healthy appetite and gentle bowel movement. The claim emphasizes digestion as the key to relish and appetite.
Kidney Health Aid Advertisement Copy
An ad for Foley Kidney Pills claims they restore normal kidney and bladder action and remove the cause of trouble. It describes prompt action and tonic effect and cites Jericho & Easton as the source.
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Foley
Jericho & Easton
The Water Spider’s Submerged Nest and Sleep
A water spider builds silk nests among pond weeds and fills them with air to live and lay eggs. In autumn it creates a second nest seals itself inside and sleeps through winter until spring.
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City Council
H Kearns
Vussin
Sanitary Fund
Ed Stewart
A H Hudson
Willis Strong
Aimvenance Fund
Tom Fenton
Sai Jast
Vavies al Uo
Gasoune
Raymond Lead Wks
Vonner
Carl Grittita
T Chapuius
Wwoous
Frank Miliane
Harry Willson
Wm Supana
Aruy Celc
the Fair
Lowa
Clara B Woods
Clein
Fairfield Motor Lo
Udk
L T Chapins
G Brock
Sirdoreus
H Cuddy
Ray Smith
John Thierer
Wm Edwards
Louis Gallup
E R Banjay
Harry Wilson
Frank Millane
Frank Phelps
Louis Hisel
Gyenue
the Family Music
Kipling
Hesterfield Cigarettes
Mr Rachmaninoffs
Mr. Edison
Rachmaninoff
Sergei Rachmaninoff
Best 95Th Street
New York City
Under & Contr A. Edison, Inc
Reyelt
Ourself
Thames
Abe
Talking Machines
Edison
Mr.Edison
Jericho
Easton
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