Woman’s Tanlac recovery cited in Iowa interview
Mrs. E J Straw of Des Moines describes a dramatic turnaround from 90 to 115 pounds after influenza left her weak with kidney and stomach turmoil. She credits Tanlac with restoring appetite, strength, and mobility, noting seven bottles helped her regain energy and end neuritis symptoms. Tanlac sold in Fairfield Libertyville Batavia Pleasant Plain.
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E. J. Straw
Crocker Des Moines
Taniac
Tanlac
Fairfield
Jericho & Easton
Libertyville
A. B. Cleasby
Batavia
James H. Peters
Pleasant Plain
Turner & Co
Local Notables and Market Notes From Years Past
John M. Stewart admitted to the bar after exam at circuit court. Farmers report winter wheat in excellent condition due to rains. Crossings stay clean during mud. Lieut Alex McCrackin and Miss Anna Farmer wed. Fairfield market quotes oats to 28c corn 30c wheat 1.00 1.05 eggs 12c 15c butter 18 20c potatoes 60c chickens 1.30 1.50 per dozen. Cleo Rumer visits Ottumwa. New Christian church dedicated. Public library opened for first time since city took charge.
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Fairfield
Local Commerce and Industry Notes From Fairfield
M. H. Cuddy and Will Harris planned to open clothing and tailoring in Independence Iowa. Pumphrey brothers filled an ice house with about 5 percent inch ice. James Wilson Jr repaired footwear linked to a boot and shoe store. Thos Harris hired as skilled workman. J. E. Wilkins reported an ice depth of about 8 percent inches in the water works pond. Fairfield markets show Wheat 60c, corn 18 20c, oats 15c, potatoes 80 35c, butter lic, eggs 15c.
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M. H. Cuddy
Will Harris
Independence
Iowa
James Wilson, Jr
Thos. Harris
J. E. Wilkins
Fairfield
Bruce Ratcliff Accepts Post at Peterson's Drug Store
Bruce Ratcliff has accepted a position at Peterson's drug store. Russell Smith has purchased the set used in the shop, details unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Ratcliff
Peterson
Russell Smith
City Faces 75000 Building Bill Amid Growth Plans
A bill was introduced in the house for a 75000 government building for the city. Plans were underway for a second summer school at Parsons College. The coal situation showed improvement. J E Roth advertised a Clean Up sale. A local lodge of Elks was being established in the city with more than fifty signups. Miss Alice Frasher recovered from accidental poisoning and returned to duties at the Republican office.
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Lodge of Elks
Alice Frasher
Paper Corrects Circulation Figure After Investigation
The paper reveals a correction to its claimed circulation, stating the actual printed and mailed copies total 2,250. It notes many potential readers reject the paper due to its politics, but keeps the same number for subscribers and distribution.
Residents spar over newspaper loyalties and Bryan speculation
A stream of letters attacks political bias and finances of a local Democrat paper, mocks its circulation, and discusses William Jennings Bryan as a potential nominee. The Independence Bulletin Journal notes A W Perkins of Winthrop, at 84, finished knitting 200 wool mittens for Council Bluffs orphan home, funded by himself.
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William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Henry Clay
White House
Washington Democrat
Independence __ Bulletin Journal
A. W. Perkins
Winthrop
Weston farmer nets 21000 from tobacco sale
A Weston area farmer with 18 acres of tobacco produced 30,000 pounds last season and sold it at 70 cents a pound for a total of 21000 dollars. He plans to buy a top touring car, possibly two.
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Weston
Editors Debate Income Tax Forms and Alibis
The Keota Eagle argues that many Americans dislike complex tax blanks and schedules. It suggests forms should be simpler and intelligible without requiring costly expert help, acknowledging income tax itself but criticizing the filing process.
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Keota Eagle
City Folks Compete With Farmers for Wood in Leon
The Leon Reporter notes city residents struggle to keep up with farmers hauling wood to Leon during the coal strike. Charley Richardson paid $8 for a stove wood load for Miner and Frees' office last week. After unloading and measuring, George Pennington found the load short of a sixth of a cord, about $48 per cord, prompting Richardson to say he could saw lumber at the yard cheaper than buying cord wood to run the office stove.
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Leon
Charley Richardson
Miner & Frees
George Pennington
Richardson
Kendall Breaks Through as Governor Candidate
Nate Kendall of Albia spoke at the Congressional church here, cultivating support for his bid for governor. The Clarion Clipper notes he has won many friends among voters with his candidacy.
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Kendall
Nate Kendall
Albia
Congregational Church
Voters urged to oppose Kendall in Iowa race
A local appeal argues that veterans will not back Kendall for governor, saying his views clash with service members who witnessed France and stressing the cost in lives. The note targets Albia and challenges readers to consider a former service man’s opinion before voting.
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Albia
Iowa
France
Kendall
Typewriter Ribbons for Any Make at Tribune Office
Typewriter ribbons for any make machine for sale at the Tribune office. Carbon paper always on hand. Telephone 73. 465 tf.
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Tribune
Notice of Time to File Objections on Abingdon Consolidated ISD
County authorities urge objections to the formation of the Consolidated Independent School District of Abingdon Jefferson County Iowa. Objections must be filed by noon January 22 1920 in the office of the County Superintendent of Schools at Fairfield Iowa. Jane Chidester County Superintendent signs the notice.
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Consolidated Independent
Jefferson County
Iowa
Jefferson
State of
County of
C. O. Myers
Abingdon
Fairfield
Jane Chidester
Tribune Office Seeks Carbon Paper and Typewriter Ribbons
Carbon paper and typewriter ribbons for all machine makes are for sale at the Tribune office.
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Tribune
Also Mentioned on This Page
Akrs Tanlac
Jericho & Easton Druggists
Shallenberger
Chicago
Shallessberger
Shallenverger
F. Shallenberger
Oalwood Bivd
Chicago, Il
John M. Stewart
J. J. Cummings
Alex McCrackin
Anna Farmer
R. F. Wilson Law Office
Cleo Rumer
Ottumwa
Pumphrey Brothers
Parsons College
J. E. Roth
Democrat
Manson
Manson Democrat
Mr. Perkins
Goeke’s
Boot and Shoe Hospital
N. W. Cor
Thoma
Fairfield National Bank
Southwest Corner Square
E. R. Smith
C. A. McElderry
A. V. Frazey
Walrus
U. S
U.S
U.s.rubber
United States Rubber Company
Arctics
Wilson Reed Insurance Fire
Clyde G. Sparks
Orpheum
E. F. Simmons
Northwest Corner Park
C.l.gamrath
D.V.M
Starr & Jordan
J. P. Starr
A. G. Jordan
First National Bank
Southeast Corner Square
R. C. Leggett
Lawyer Leggett
Ray D.angstead
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