Great Chautauqua Program Ready For Next Year Assembly
The 1910 Chautauqua committee completed contracts for next year with no changes unless unforeseen events occur before August 17. It highlights the Kryl band, Hinshaw Opera Company, and many notable figures such as Gov. Hanley, Frank Smith, Mrs. Philip Snowdon, Joseph K. Griffis, Ollie James, Gov. Hoch, Dr. Gabriel McGuire, Judge Alden, Varney the Bible man, Ernest Wray O Neal, and Thomas Fletcher. The program includes six musical concerts and lectures, with Chicago Glee Club, Castle Square Entertainers, and Chicago Ladies Orchestra among high class attractions. The schedule runs August 17–26 with daily additions and varied programs outlined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chautauqua Assembly
Kryl Band
Hinshaw Opera Company
Gilbert
Hinshaws
Kryl
Governor Hanley
Indiana
Frank Smith
Chicago
Philip Snowdon
London
England
Snowdon
Chicago Tribune
Joseph K. Griffis
Pale Face Savage
Custer
United States Service
Salvation Army
Ollie James
Kentucky
Gov. Hoch
Kansas
America
Gabriel McGuire
Congo River
Henry M. Stanley
Judge Alden
Massachusetts
John Alden
Priscilla
Longfellow
Miles Standish
Varney
Ernest Wray O’neal
Thomas Fletcher
Houston
Chicago Glee Club
Castle Square
Chicago Ladies Orchestra
Frank Traverse
Centerville
Hinshaw Quartette
Bible Man
Jos. K. Griffis
Ralph Bingham
the Funny Man
Murdered Virginia family tied to hidden loot
In Graham Virginia investigators hunt for money stolen from elderly Mrs Justis and hidden by the presumed killer after the deaths of Mrs Meadows Mr and Mrs Meadows and their three children near Hurley Virginia. Howard Little in custody pleads innocence and Mrs Little reports a hideout based on her husband planned Westward departure with another woman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Justis
George Meadows
Hurley
Howard Little
Locoweed In Iowa Hay Sparks Stock Fear
A Burlington horse fed Kansas hay tainted with loco weed began acting violently and attempting self harm. Vets concluded loco caused by the weed in the hay, raising alarm among stockmen about possible spread of contamination across the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Kansas
Old Settlers Day Draws Large Crowds Amid Festivities
The annual Old Settlers Day attracted large crowds with lively events and community participation, highlighting local traditions and celebration across the town.
Parade Reunites Jefferson County Old Settlers in Fairfield
A record turnout in Fairfield marked the Jefferson County Old Settlers Association reunion with a grand parade, floats, and family activities. Buchanan township led the procession with a twelve-horse unit and a giant float display.
Old Settlers Reunion Address Urges Broad County Involvement
In a Jefferson County speech the president of the Old Settlers Association honors past reunions and calls for broader participation. He argues recreation and shared effort strengthen the community, notes current work by a small circle, and urges every citizen to contribute labor or funds to sustain future gatherings. He reflects on local pride, regional identity, and hopes for future notable local achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Settlers Association
Jefferson County
Old Settlers
Old Spain
Freemont
Fairfield
Association
Robert Louis Stevenson
Royal Belgian Boat Club
Belgium
Massachusetts
Europe
West Indies
Theodore Roosevelt
Charles Elliott
Augustus St. Gaudens
America
Lowa
Local parade features multiple floats and bands across town
In Buchanan Township residents enjoyed a festive parade showcasing Wairfield Brick and Tile, C. T. Reynolds two floats, S. A. Power four floats, White & Co., C. A. Herring Co., Wilson Bros. three floats, Martial Band, J. L. Knights Good Roads float, decorated bicycles and boys with dog teams among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wairfield Brick and Tile Company
C. T. Reynolds
S. A. Power
White & Co
C. A. Herring Co
Wilson Bros
Buchanan Township
J. L. Knight
Good Roads
Contenders Close In On St Louis Centennial Balloon Race
The Missouri and Peoria balloons, each 40 000 cubic feet capacity, landed within about 120 miles of St Louis as officials from the St Louis Aero club prepare measurements. Peoria pilot J W Bemis claimed crossing the Mississippi four times and the Ohio three times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
St. Louis Aero Club
Missouri
Peoria
Hibernia
Levins
Ill
Cairo
J. W. Bemis
Mississippi River
Ohio
Also Mentioned on This Page
Traverse
Funny Man
W. S. Battis
Dickens
Gov
Hanley
Moving Pictures
J. P. Gilbert
the Bug Man
D. F. Fox
Sylvester A. Long
Virginia
Iowa
Jefferson County Old Settlers Association
Hiram Heaton
Edgar A. Harlan
Crntor
Iowa Historical Department
Harlan
William Turner
Fred Wheeler
William Etka
Lyric Theater
Tribune
Fairfield Band
Ellis Hose Company
Wisecarver & Mohr
Fairfield Ru
Fairfield High School
Coop
Pratt & Davis
Frank Nelson
O. R. Corey Bottling Works
Maddox & Maxwell
McClain & Baier
D. F. Sp
James F. Wilson
Wilson
Grant
Credit Mobilier
William Louden
Louden
Pekin
Congress
Modern Business College
Select Private
Owa
J. W. Howard
Junkin
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