Fairfield Markets Grain and Hay Prices and Notices
Market notes list grain and hay prices with figures for wheat and oats, butter and poultry prices, and anchored values from local shops. A brief humorous quote from a Chicago Tribune fragment closes the clipping, mentioning absent mindedness and a signature mix up on a check.
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Fairfield
Skaboee
Banry
Bory
Zeigler’s. Ae
MOSS
Ecko Deen
Ioc
Chicago Tribune
His Sad History
Friendly Visitor in penitentiary asks a prisoner about the unfortunate circumstance that led to his incarceration, prompting a reflection on the events and choices that shaped his fate.
Cautious Jack in Chicago Tribune Style
A brief dialogue shows Irene asking if Jack proposed while Maybelle notes his question to Aunt Ann about family consumption history, reflecting cautious social chatter.
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Jack
Irene
Maybelle
Ann
Chicago Tribune
Blowhard and Miss Caustic in witty clash
A Detroit Free Press quip exchange features Blowhard noting thoughts strike like lightning while Miss Caustic retorts that they vanish before notes can be made, showcasing sharp headlines and a playful exchange in a printed column.
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Detroit Free Press
Fourth of July notes from Forest City society pages
Alfred Castell visits from Peona Colorado. The June treasurer’s report shows receipts of 1387.90. Mrs. Israel hosted a card party. Rev Littleton speaks on Pure and Undefiled Religion at the Christian church. The Fourth brings warnings against fireworks and reflections on patriotism. The Forest City band held a concert in the park and a bullfight imitation entertained guests. Private picnics were moved indoors due to rain. The band’s treasury was replenished after performances.
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Christian Church
Littleton
Forest City
Mt. Pleasant
Opera House
Forest City Band
Arthur Howard
Marriage Licenses and Local News In Fairfield
Marriage licenses granted include Gus Lofgren and Edna Blackford, Harry Stanwood and Myrtle Bombar ger, Robt Foreman and Minnie Peterson, Jno Hurley and Bessie Van Tassel, Chas Cook and Nettie Rubey, LeRoy Keltner and Anna Boos. The Des Moines Register and Leader now arrives in Fairfield at 9 am, with expanded news and a Sunday edition. Prof Harley Young becomes Hedrick superintendent, overseeing two buildings and seven teachers. Lutheran members hosted a social at the pastor’s home after prayer meeting, gifting Rev Bright and wife a $25 purse as an anniversary token.
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Gus Lofgren
Edna Blackford
Harry Stanwood
Myrtle Bombarger
Robt. Foreman
Minnie Peterson
Jno. Hurley
Bessie van Tassel
Chas. Cook
Nettie Rubey
LeRoy Keltner
Anna Boos
Des Moines Register and Leader
Fairfield
W. F. Bevering
Orin Kellogg
Harley Young
Libertyville
Hedrick
Young
Poison Found in Stomach in Calhoun County Murder Probe
Des Moines reports arsenic discovered in Cyrus Pratt's stomach after suspicion arose that his wife and a hired man Will Kersing murdered him. The stomach was sent to Professor Kinney for analysis to determine if poisoning caused his death, with embalming fluid as a potential factor. Kinney awaits results from Lake City authorities to confirm whether poisoning occurred.
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Des Moines
Cyrus Pratt
Calhoun County
Will Kersing
Pratt
Kinney
Lake City
Fifteen Year Old Girl Ends Life Near Bushnell Illinois
Ella DeWitt fifteen-year-old daughter of Charles DeWitt near Bushnell Illinois drank carbolic acid to end her life after telling little sisters to play with themselves and planning to bed. Her father found her after she had bathed dressed and consumed a large dose. A note cited domestic troubles as motive though considered trivial. Dr J D Griffiths arrived too late to help.
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Bushnell
Ill
Ella
Charles DeWitt
J. D. Griffiths
Fourth's Work in Fairfield Injures Susie Mur dock
Fourth of July celebrations in Fairfield left Susie Mur dock, 13, severely injured when a cannon firecracker blew off the thumb and fingers of her right hand. Doctors Fordyce and Grove attended to the victim as others, including George Leggett, sustained burns and minor injuries.
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Fairfield
Susie Murdock
Drayman Charles Murdock
Fordyce and
Grove
George Leggett
Hammon and Farrell Near Full Recovery From Injuries
James Hammon and Walter Farrell are expected to be over their injuries soon as they recover.
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James Hammon
Walter Farrell
New Butcher Shop Opens in Fairfield
New meat market opened today by Messrs. C. G. Taylor and I. A. Workman two doors north of the savings bank. Charley Taylor brings years of butchering experience and promises fair value. Workman, with one year in meat business training, is well known in the city from the west side restaurant venture. The firm projects a strong start and aims for a liberal share of local patrons.
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C. G. Taylor
I. A. Workman
Savings Bank
Taylor
Charley Taylor
Mr. Workman
Nebraska
West Side
Fairfield
House Break-In Near Woolson Reported
A Richland area burglary stopped by Marshal Rambo led to two young suspects captured near Veo. They pled guilty in Richland and were jailed in Sigourney after failing to post bonds. The pair hailed from Ohio and had been seen near Woolson moving between homes.
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Lee Bray
Richland and
Woolson
Marshall Rambo
Richland
Veo
Marshal Rambo
Mayor Smith
Sigourney
Ohio
Packwood Review
Old Time Poultry Stew and Dessert Recipes
A collection of kitchen directions for a three pound chicken in a slow stew, a lobster butter sauce fried croquettes, egg timbales, cherry pie with cloves and a spiced syrup, and poached apples in a cinnamon syrup. Includes method steps, ingredients, and serving suggestions.
One of the Victims
An informal exchange captures a reader and an information editor debating the Russia Japan war's end. The editor hopes the conflict may be near its conclusion while a caller jokes about being a victim, having tracked war history in a scrapbook since it began.
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Russia
Japan
Chicago Tribune
Dr T L James Dentist Office Ad
Dr T L James dentist offers guaranteed dental work with office at South Side Clothing store two blocks east of Leggett. Office phone 51.
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Burlington Street
East Side
Gertrude Allender
Leggett
Sealed bids sought for fairground refreshment stands
Bids for exclusive privilege to run refreshment stands and booths at the Fairfield Chauta grounds during August 16 to 26 are invited. Bids close July 1905 with C. R. Reynolds at his general store in Fairfield Iowa. Contract details available at C Reynolds' store.
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Fairfield Chauta
C. R. Reynolds
Fairfield
Hay Tools for sale by J C Frame Route 2 Salem
Sale notice from J C Frame offering hay tools at reduced prices. Contact Route 2 Salem to express interest and negotiate.
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J. C. Frame
Salem
Discredited man in Westchi county NY sparks mischief
A local Westchi county man earns a dubious reputation for untrustworthiness. An outbuilding fire prompted him to shout Fire from the road, sparking disbelief as he blamed others and quipped about match kindling.
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Westchi County
N. Y
Land Prices Near Wayland Iowa Reported
Land near Wayland Iowa trades at 104 dollars per acre for a farm two miles east of town while another parcel four miles west sells for 125 dollars per acre. Mrs Kate 184 sold her farm recently and a Wayland area land sale is noted as high in value.
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Wayland
Kate
Indignant Artist Chides Ill-Caught Picture Critique
A terse exchange unfolds as an artist rebukes a critic for a flawed depiction, insisting the painting’s value lies beyond harsh judgments. The critic retorts with biting humor, suggesting the reviewer’s own work lacks merit.
Force of Habit in a Cashier's Exchange
A young woman asks a clerk for stamps and is told the shop is out. The clerk offers a substitute item, saying nothing else is available, revealing a moment of comic drudgery and habit in a small town store.
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