Campaign Tales and Pungent Prattle From The City
A lighthearted notice recalls a young man who nearly overdosed on Dr Bull’s Baltimore Pills promising to follow directions. Doctor Haypden, a Republican candidate, plans aggressive campaigning with century old cigars. Also linked is Gen. Jackson hair gifted to Carr Riper by Catherine Duane Morgan, tied to Rider’s escort duties and Old Hickory lore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae Young Man
Dr. Bull
Baltimore
Doctor HaypDen
Mr. Hayden
Old Hickory
Diphtheria Alarms Fairfield Parents Then Caution
Diphtheria causes unease in Fairfield with mostly light cases and few serious ones. Many children were pulled from school as a precaution while some rooms stood nearly deserted. The only reported death linked to exposure occurred to eight year old Barrie Byrkit, son of Mr and Mrs Burkit, last Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Barrie R. Byrkit
A. R. Burkit
A New Way To Treat Diphtheria
A Minnesota letter claims a discovery in diphtheria treatment from Dr. Davis of Mankato. The author notes a patient with an amputated arm developed light diphtheria on the wound after blistering the chest, suggesting the disease may appear at the blistered site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Massachusetts
Davis
Mankato
Burglars Enter Shaffer Residence and Loot Silverware
Last Tuesday between four and five o'clock burglars forced a window at the residence of Mr. C. Shaffer and carried off over a hundred dollars in silverware and household goods. They took solid silverware sets, plated spoons and knives, pantry items, napkins, linens, towels, and other portable valuables. The family was awakened as the thieves escaped. No clue has been found and capture now seems unlikely.
Local City Gossip and Visits In Burlington Area
D W Inghram attends Burlington Fair. Mrs H H Clark of Keokuk visits with friends. H H Clark from Keokuk stays with John R Shaffer. Dr Geo H Blair returns home from Ohio trip. Peter Green formerly of the area arrives from the north. Dr James and wife go to Philadelphia departing Saturday night. Charley Wells returns home sick and plans to leave tonight. Sam Dunn of the Dun Firm interviews in Fairfield Monday. Anna and Kate Jones attend Cedar Falls Normal again, aiming to graduate next July. Mrs Granger leaves for Ohio after several weeks with her sister-in-law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Inghram
Burlington
H. H. Clark
Keokuk
John R. Shaffer
Geo. H. Blair
Ohio
Peter Green
James
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Charley Wells
Sam Dunn
Egbert
Fidlar & Chambers
Blank
Davenport
Fairfield
Anna
Kate Jones
Cedar Falls
Granger
Holland Strengthening Tonic Promises Gentle Stomach Relief
The advertisement urges gentle treatment for digestive issues and promotes Holland Strengthening Tonic as the fastest route to relief and long term health. It warns against harsh draughts and boluses and credits J. L. Taylor & Co. of Ottumwa, Iowa, with proprietorship and Hufford & Bradshaw as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Taylor & Co
Ottumwa
Towa
Hufford & Bradshaw
Numerous events fill Fairfield area notices and plans
Eleven inmates at the county jail are noted as a local count. The weather prophet predicts a severe winter while the Board of Supervisors set to canvass votes. Community gatherings span church services, park meetings, lodge visits, and a veterans reunion with speeches by Kirkwood and Tuttle. Various weddings, burglaries, funerals, and travels of Gen Grant are mentioned alongside local lectures and a potential wagon works relocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Couen
Board of Supervisors
MorGan Epwards
Baptist Church
Yeoman
James Tart
F. Sackett
Cuanrves L. HepRick
Alice L. Maxfield
Squire M. S. Crawford
Farmer’s Bank
Jordan's Hall
Rebecca Lodge
Eldon
Buchanan
Lockridge
Salina
Wm. Woodside
Johnny Hochuly
Episcopal Church
Marame Janauschek
Fairfield
Whitham
Mt. Pleasant
Washington County
Washington
Senator Kirkwood
Gen. Tuttle
Anna Campbell
Ed. Roth
Rupert BarruoLtomew
John
Central City
Caribou
Col
Robert
Cart
Yroman
D. R. Dungan
Wells’ Hall
Dungan
M. A. McCorp
Lick Creek
van Buren County
Gantz
Cox. Ersarek
Iowa
Des Moines
John Stuart Mill
Joel Turney
Louden
Turney
Eugene Campbell
Batavia
Chicago
Campbell
Old bachelor salutes newlyweds with quip about Dr Bull's Syrup
An old bachelor wishes the newly married couple only small troubles and jokingly hopes they always have Dr Bull's Baby Syrup on hand, reflecting a lighthearted rural wedding toast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Bull
Major Pierce Life Sketch Foretells Greenback-Democrat Victory
Tur Tripunr outlines Maj. A. R. Pierce, the state senate candidate, born in Waldo County Maine, veteran of the Civil War, farmer in Lockridge Iowa, and former Republican who joined the Greenback/Democratic cross ticket. The piece praises his war record, public service, and stance against party over country, urging unity for victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenbackers
Tur Tripunr
Maj
A. R. Pierce
State Senate
Maine
Waldo County
Fairfield
California
Pierce
Cape Horn
Cuba
Cape Verde Islands
Mr. Pierce
Great Northwest
Lockridge
Republican Party
Fremont
Iowa
Jefferson County
Fourth Iowa Cavalry
Price
Ft. Scott
Kansas
Major Pierce
Repulicans
Hayes
State University
Agricultural College
Anamosa
Council Bluffs
Davenport
Senate
Major
Mas. Pierce
County Agricultural Society Notes and Local Critique
A county agricultural society board meeting at the courthouse reported the fair gate money 591.96 and entries and stand rents 109.70. Premiums totaled 616 with state aid of 200 to help meet debts. secretary instructed to issue orders for premiums. The group thanked marshals for their free service. The editorial criticizes local police for lenient handling of a Monday burglary and urges new officers free of fear or favoritism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
County Agricultural Society
Court House
Ross
Pimples Helped by Bromoline Cure Promoted
An advertisement urges readers to use Bromoline to cure pimples and claims W H Jones and Brother sell the bottle. It presents a bold health remedy offer with a sales pitch. The copy emphasizes a quick fix and promises visible skin benefits through a patent remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.H. Jones & Bro
The Celebrated Peppermint Liniment Ad
The famed peppermint liniment relieves sore throat chest rheumatism neuralgia swellings sprains bruises stiff joints lame back headache cold in head and all pains. Price 50 cents. J L Taylor Co proprietors Ottumwa Iowa. For sale by Hafford Bradshaw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Taylor & Co
Ottumwa
Iowa
Hafford & Bradshaw
Corrections and Weather Outlook from Local Farmer Letter
In the issue of the 11th a typo misnamed individuals is corrected to Mr. E.S. and Miss Laura E. Jenks. The sorghum molasses manufacture is now in order. The corn crop will average about half a crop. Some farmers fear it is too dry to sow winter wheat. Signed B. R. Eviry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Sands
Laura E. Jenks
Mr. E.S
B. R. Eviry
Frasher Moves Press to Start Pleasant Plain News
Mr. Geo H Frasher and partner S L Machesney begin publishing the Pleasant Plain News after moving their press to Pleasant Plain. Leila Whisler teaches at Four Corners in her second term. Eber Ogden to teach Pleasant Grove. Ruby grows fine county grapes.
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Salina
Geo. H. Frasher
Pleasant Plain
S. L. Machesney
Leila Whisler
Four Corners
Eber Ogden
Pleasant Grove
Jefferson County
Nasby
Henry Ruby
Parlor and Orchestral Organs Sold Cheap by Inghram Firm
A local ad promotes sale of parlor and orchestral organs by D. W. Inghram at a south side stand. The firm claims examples won premiums at Birmingham and state fairs, offers music instruction, and urges customers to avoid second hand or inferior instruments while also advertising watches from Freeman & Townley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Donnell
van Buren County
South Side
Birmingham
D. W. Inghram
New York Store Attracts Fairfield Shoppers With Cashmeres
Fairfield residents are urged to visit the New York Store opposite the National Bank. Godfrey Eichorn presents an elegant line of Cashmeres and Winter Dress Goods. The store boasts full stock and unmatched prices, inviting the public to try him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
New York
National Bank
Godfrey Eichorn
Jones Bros. Drug Store Offers Full Stock and Papers
When in want of medicine or druggists items call Jones Bros. on the north side of the square. They carry a complete line of fancy articles and also offer leading newspapers and periodicals for sale. Drop in and see them.
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Jones Bros
Dentist Announcement at Philadelphia College of Dental Surgery
During my absence this winter the Philadelphia College of Dental Surgery will be supervised by Dr. M. B. Cullom of Mt. Pleasant. He will remain in charge until my return, T. L. James, Dentist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia College of Dental Surgery
M. B. Cullom
Mt. Pleasant
T. L. James
Fall Millinery Opens Near Ledger Office In Town
Mrs. W L Platt new milliner opposite the Ledger office announces arrival of Fall and Winter hats trims and ladies under wear and notions for callers to view items at various prices.
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W.L. Platt
J W Quillen Offers Exclusive Merchant Tailoring in Wells Block
J W Quillen runs the citys only exclusive tailoring shop in Wells block east side of square. He stocks a wide range of suitings including Worsted Mohair French and English and carries tailor trimmings gents furnishing goods. Specializes in Bonaparte Cassimeres Satinetts Jeans tweeds flannels blankets and yarns with precise fit guidance.
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Wells’ Block
Genuine Singer Sewing Machines For Sale
I do not sell bogus or worked over sewing machines but sell genuine new Singer Sewing Machine. Every Machine warranted as represented. Call and see me for prices and terms. Office east of the square with Freeman Townley. J. A. Phillips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singer
Freeman & Townley
J. A. Phillips
Used text books stocked for students by D W Inghram
D W Inghram keeps a full stock of second hand textbooks for use by college and city school students. Call and inspect the collection.
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D. W. Inghram
Inghram
Notice to settle accounts now for King and Fellows
Drs. King and Fellows have placed their books and notes in my hands for immediate settlement. Persons owing them will call at my office to settle. The books must be settled up forthwith or costs incurred. 22-1 i Tros. D. Evans
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Baxter & Hughes
City Omnibus Line
Leggett House
Fairfield
Iowa
Various Household Remedies and Goods for Sale
A list of medicines and tonics offered by Hufford Bradshaw and others, including Dr Jaques German Worm Cake for worms, Uncle Sam's Nerve and Bone Liniment, McIntosh Electricity Belt pamphlets, Uncle Sam's Harness Oil, Eilert's Daylight Liver Pills, Uncle Sam's Condition Powder for stock, Dr Winchell's Teething Scrap, and Eilert's Extract of Tar and Wild Cherry, with prices and sale notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pervisa
Jaque
Hafford & Bradshaw
Uncle Sam
Hufford & Bradshaw
McIntosh Electricity Belt and Battery Co
Jackson Street
Chicago
Ill
Hufford Bradshaw
Eilert
Personal loan ads for farms and city property
On improved farms and city property in sums of 200 dollars and upwards at 8 9 and 10 percent interest. Loans run from two to fifteen years with money furnished in from three to ten days. Loans payable in installments to suit borrowers. H C Rowntree office in Wells Garrettson’s bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Rowntree
Wells & Garrettson’s
Salve Advertisement For Skin Ailments
The best Salve in the world for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed perfect satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by C. F. Clarke & Son.
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C. 5. Clarke & Son
Jefferson County Legal and Election Notices 1879
Public notices from Jefferson County Iowa announce a mortgage enforcement against Charles E. Jones and an election on a New Court-House. The document lists the mortgage property described by sections and townships and sets a November 1879 court deadline. It also details election questions and ballot wording for building a county courthouse and levying a special tax, with official signatures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Lowa
Jefferson County
Charles E. Jones
District Court of
Levi Fawcett
Alanson Root
Daniel B. Clapp
Towit
Culbertson & Jones
Iowa
Board of Supervisors
S. M. Boling
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the Tribune
Wadt
Ing
Wwe
Wold
R. R
500 &K
Atc
Clark Street
Hivpert
East Side
Beckwith
Fall Millinery
J. W. Quillen
Read
BE Wes
Home Mills
Lawson
G. D. McGaw & CO
West Side Square
Abbott's
C C Morris
Allmayer Bro’s
Fairfield, IA
Geo. A. Wells
Banks
G. A. Garrettson
Sam’l. C. Farmer & Sons
Iba
NW Herri
Tuer
B. Allmayer & Bro
C. W. Lewis
Choices Pictures
Inghram’s
Abbott
Morris Jeweler
P.N. Woods
D. H. Worthington
Wells & Gerrettson’s Bank
DR. Mohr
Northeast Corner Park
Fairfield, Iowa
J. C. Sutton
Wark
Hufford & Bradshaw's Drug Store
Lowell
Drs
Kinc & Lowell
Slagle & Acheson's
Park
Clarke & Son’s
J. B. Monfort
Sheward
J. E. King
Freeman and Townley’s
Freeman & Towney
Buckle
Middle Hall
Jordan Block
M. J. J. Cummings
Frank Fran
Iowa Legion of Honor
Queen City Lodge No
M.S. Crawtorp
Lecal
J. Dahlman
Yers’ Building
Southwest Corner Square
West Locust Street
Jas. Bemis
Geay Medicine CO
Macuasee
Exson
Deruer, Mec
Francis Abbott
Morris’ Jewelry Store
Queensware
Unkrich & Jones
Jordan
Georgia
Drug Store
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