Miller in Hard Luck and the Night of Trouble
A chaotic tale recounts Doc Miller languishing in jail after a night of disorder at a show ground with a colored man, a decapitated ham, and a stray axe. The account shifts to long range shooting records and wartime firearm tech demonstrations at Camp Perry, detailing wind, elevation, and new weapons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dax
Miller
Nature
Iller
Ertain Rabbit
Nels White
Madge Purtum
Mrs. Pur
Jiff Neibert
Wreck at Glenwood Missouri Claims Lives and Injuries
A late report describes a head end collision between a freight and a passenger train of the Wabash near Glenwood Missouri. Two men killed and about twenty others injured including N M Warnick in critical condition and Harry Conner with minor injuries. Mrs Warnick and her father rushed to the scene and then to Centerville hospital for care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood
N. M. Warnick
C. E. Ward
Harry Con
Warnick
Centerville
Terville
Pital
Conner
Connor
Rifle Shooting at Long Range in National Contest
Captain E. C. Johnson returned from Camp Perry where he attended the national rifle match. The Iowa team placed tenth and earned eight valuable scores in a field of forty eight teams. The event developed competitive skills and showcased shooters from multiple states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Johnson
City
Camp Perry
Iowa
Narrow Escape From Serious Wreck Near City
Northbound Rock Island express wrecked three miles north of Burlington on August 28. Engineer Robinson stopped the train just before a curve, saving over three hundred passengers from injury as cars stayed upright though the engine left the track and roadbed was torn for 600 feet. It was hailed as the luckiest wreck on the Rock Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
City
Burlington
St. Louis
Robinson
Minneapolis
Druggists Endorse Chamberlain's Cholera Remedy in Portsmouth
Portsmouth druggist Frank C. Hanrahan praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as a reliable cure. He notes he sells it for six years and favors it despite higher profits from competitors. Sold by J. W. Jericho & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Frank C. Hanrahan
Portsmouth
J. W. Jericho & Co
Fairfield Public Schools Open On September 6
The Fairfield Public Schools will open on Monday September 6. Sept E C Roberts will be at his office both morning and afternoon this week to meet new students and those not regular in their work. On Friday morning September 3 examinations will be given for those who wish to make up deficiencies. Pupils entering kindergarten for the first time go directly to the kindergarten rooms of their districts on opening day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield Public Schools
E. C. Roberts
Fairfield
Lincoln
T. E. Hiler
Columbus City
Ind
Flood Devastates Monterey Mex Region With 1200 Dead
August 30 Monterey reports confirm the flood has claimed about 1,200 lives as 15,000 residents are left homeless. Rain totaled 17.5 inches, the river rose higher than ever, flooding plaza Zaragoza to a foot depth while aid is distributed at municipal offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monterey
Mex
Plaza Zaragoza
Two Women Tarred and Feathered by Mob Near Keokuk
Lizzie Brown and her daughter Maggie Brown were tarred and feathered in Alexandria Missouri after being driven out of Keokuk. The mob later horsewhipped them at their home and cast them into the Mississippi in a skiff, with orders not to return or face death. A strange man was similarly treated and two men escaped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keokuk
Lizzie Brown
Maggie Brown
Red Light District
Alexandria
Here
Missippi
Final Notice of Estate Admin Expansion in Iowa
State of Iowa Jefferson County notice to Mary Ellen Bradshaw and heirs of E. B. Bradshaw that L. P. Emmons as administrator will file a final report by September 30 1909 in the Jefferson County District Court Fairfield Iowa seeking discharge. If not responded by September 27 1909 default will be entered. Attorney I. D. Jones represents L. P. Emmons.
Administrator's Final Notice in Iowa Estate Case
State of Iowa Jefferson County notices heirs at law of Robert Lynn deceased and all interested parties that C W Bailey as administrator filed final report seeking approval and discharge. Defend before the September term starting September 27 1909 at Fairfield Jefferson County Iowa or default will be entered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Iowa
Jefferson County
John E. Lynn
Margaret Edwards
Thos. Lynn
Ollie Hodgens
David Lynn
Dessa Weyand
Lizzie Kiner
Robert Lynn
District Court
C. W. Bailey
Fairfield
Iowa
W. Bailey
Lobsters as Artesian Well Boreers In Drought Talk
A Los Angeles Times essay quotes a speaker who likens fresh water lobsters to artesian well borers. He argues that Australian colonists under drought rely on lobsters digging through clay to reach hidden springs, causing water to bubble up and relieve shortages. The tale frames thousands of lobster workers as a natural miracle against drought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Los Angeles Times
Worn by wives of artists in society receptions
The Brooklyn Life observes how wives of artists attending Society of American Artists and National Academy of Design events reveal tastes of their husbands in color and design. Some gowns show deliberate planning by spouses, others appear hurried or inspired by Botticelli, blending charm with imperfect tailoring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Society of American Artists
National Academy of Design
Botticelli
Brooklyn
New Word Emerges From Churchill Speech
The Dundee Advertiser notes Mr. Churchill coined shortfall in Edinburg during remarks on national revenue gaps. It contrasts with deficit and suggests the term’s native appeal and potential dictionary adoption. The St James Budget item recounts a coast guard encounter with the Prince of Wales at Newquay and his compliment to a loyal petty officer Goddon from years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churchill
Edinburg
Germany
United States
Dundee Advertiser
St. James
Prince of Wales
Coast Guard
Newquay
Goddon
Canada
Seamen Scarce In England
Fortnightly Review notes a steep decline in British mercantile seamen from 96,914 in 1857 to 44,290 by 1901. The drop reflects a 25 percent fall in mercantile mariners since the previous half century and an 85 percent drop among boys and young men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Mercantile Marine
United Kingdom
Astor’s bold land bets on Manhattan estate
The note recalls John Astor paying $1 000 an acre for Aaron Burr’s 120 acre Manhattan estate near today’s 21st street. He began selling lots at $5 000 an acre in ten years, but did not push many sales at that price. The current value is said to be in the millions per cent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astor
John Astor
Aaron Burr
21St Street
Manhattan
Promise for a Good Attendance at Fairfield School
The Fairfield school year opens with emphasis on attendance and a modern program including kindergarten and manual training. Superintendent E C Roberts arrives to organize new pupils, with exams Friday to allow grade makeup. T E Hiler of Columbus City will lead the manual training unit at the Lincoln building.
Annual Kissing Carnival in Hel magen
In the Romanian town Hel magen an annual St. Theodore feast draws brides from surrounding villages. Newly married women, often with mothers in law, parade in festive dress carrying wine jugs for a kiss and a small gift from the drinker. Refusal to drink insults the bride and family and kissing occurs in streets taverns and homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helmagen
St. Theodore
Men should lead church work, says Kansas City critic
Mr. R. A. Long argues women leaders have turned to bridge parties and society, urging men to reclaim church duties. He warns it is a crucial time for male involvement in mission work to spread evangelization worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Long
Kansas City
A Good Provider and Nature’s Quiet Servants
The dialogue reflects on providence and human consideration for nature. A speaker contemplates ensuring trees offer foliage so caterpillars have food, considering the thoughtful balance within the natural world.
Baby groundhog kept as pet by West Hazelton man
Fred Wiegand of West Hazelton Pennsylvania raises a baby groundhog captured in the woods. The young animal is fed from a bottle like a baby, highlighting an unusual pet care practice in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Wiegand
West Hazelton
Life of Detroit Poodle as Luxurious Prince
Ben Goldberg a French poodle born in Monte Carlo over two years ago now lives at the Cadillac with owner A. L. Goldberg. He enjoys a princely lifestyle with a silk pillow, six o'clock dinner served in his room, and access to automobiles and a French chef, while despising those who lack fashionable manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Ben Goldberg
A. L. Goldberg
Cadillac
Ben
Monte Carlo
Ren
Detroit Free Press
Where Fly Beats Swallow
A narrator argues that a single fly can ruin a sleeping summer morning. Mr Kwillkumby laments the loud vicious fly that intrudes at dawn, turning two precious extra hours of slumber into wakefulness and heat. He notes the irony of winter thoughts amid bright early light and insists one fly can make it very hot for us.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Kwillkumby
Makes Division of Day by Sleeping Half the Day
Mr Frank A Munsey the publisher follows a strict two day routine retiring at 5 30 or 6 in the afternoon and sleeping until seven each day no matter what. He then dresses for dinner and begins the second half of his day at nightfall sleeping again after midnight without interruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank A. Munsey
Old Settlers Day to Highlight County’s History in September
Old Settlers Day will be celebrated in the public square on September 30 with a full program of speeches music floats a baby carriage parade pioneer relics old costumes and more. Committees led by J F Clarke W B Murray and R W Lamson outline plans for a large parade decorations and a noon dinner with local dignitaries and townspeople participating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Clarke
C. J. Fulton
W. B. Murray
William Louden
R. W. Lamson
I. D. Jones
Charles Gage
Bessie Buchanan
C. A. Herring
Anna White
Lee Gobble
Ray Baker
Harry Thorne
Gene Kirby
George Banfield Pearl McElhaney
Marshall
S. J. Chester
Bureau of Information
John W. McLean
S. S. Crane
William Sullivan
Dan Walmer
W. Cross
William Ball
Frank Coop
Dillon Turney
Dr. Conner
J. P. Manatrey
Will Symons
C. W. Gage
Jay Perkins
E. J. L. Black
J. S. McKenney
J. S. Gantz
John Cummings
Sarah Camp
F. J. L. Black
Hiram Hea
Land Sales in Jefferson County Farms Sold at Auction
Wilson and Collins sold several Jefferson county farms Friday and Saturday. John F. Axelson bought the George Haushahn farm of 120 acres at 136 dollars per acre. John Krumholtz bought the O H Ogden farm of 160 acres at 141 dollars per acre. Henry Baker bought the Lewis Messer farm of 204 percent acres at 66.25 dollars per acre. William Kann bought the Harry Baker farm at 86 dollars per acre. Total acres sold 58414 for sales totaling 60248.12 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson and
Collins
Jefferson County
John F. Axelson
George Haushahn
John Krumholtz
O. H. Odgen
Henry Baker
Lewis Messer
William Kann
Harry Baker
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Iere
Darktown
Ller
Pbit
Doc” Miller
Captain Johnson
Johnson
Colt
PCAL
M. Warnick
Harry Conner
Mary Ellen Bradshaw
W. E. Bradshaw
James Hall
Nina Burns
Luetta Lindsay
E. B. Stradshaw
L. P. Emmons
E. B. Bradshaw
A. D
Johnny
OLD Settlers
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