Cambridge and Geneseo World News Highlights
A stream of social notes from Cambridge and Geneseo covers visits by Christine, Albert Pawene and others, church picnics, and visitors from St Charles and Andover. Reports include a car accident involving Henry Calbou, letters waiting at Cambridge post office, and a note on John Gault returning from Mexico to manage a coffee plantation payroll.
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Ames
Galesburg
John G
Andover
Henry Calbou
Christine ‘Anderson
Lynch & Record Store
Willan Wrigt
OL. Stuart
Iowa
Chicago
Cambridge
C.crammond
Eureka
William Ruxton
Geneseo
Ruxton
Bloom
P. L.elaton
C ‘a—Glass Co
Theo
Goosen
H. Philips
Hall
John “Ho Gault
Bigzico
Gault' Is
Local notes from Geneseo and area farms and trades
Dr Prizelle will be at Geneseo August 26. James Irvin opened a new coal mine near the old Sheppard site with coal for sale. Julius Klawin hauls brick for a large spring hay barn foundation. Wm Staiger plans a smaller farm of sixty to eighty acres. Threshing almost finished this week. oats light in color and weight. Pobanz Bros. complete threshing on George Frels's new house. Painters arrive as John Staiger goes to Moline to work for Wm Eckert. his work will be teaming. Gust Neuman reportedly bought Kuknuk farm at five dollars per acre. two sixty acre pieces for Adam Hofstedt. Average yield about fifty bushels per acre. They all attended the circus last Friday. Erdman and Firch do good work on the Rock Island road. act as pathmasters on project.
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Dr. Prizelle
Geneseo
James Irvin
Sheppard
Julius Klawin
Thie Foundation
Wn. Staiger
Holka
Pobanz Bros
George T Frels
John Staiger
Moline
Wm. Eckert
John
Gust Neuman
Kuknuk
Adam Hofstedt
Othres
John Erdman
Henry Firch
Rock Island Road
Frizelle to Beat Geneseo Aug 26 Dance Postponement
Local notes report Dr Frizelle’s anticipated victory over Geneseo on August 26. A Wea- grove bowery dance was postponed due to the death of Frank Hushman, who died at Wanlock Illinois after stomach illness. It also mentions Thomas M Wever’s death at the Soldiers Home in Quincy and reflects on community ties.
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Dr. Frizélle
Geneseo
J. W. Clark
Clarencea Payne
Dakota
Zoshmshber B. Ll. Shuey
Bowery
Grove
Frank Hushman
Wanlock
Mercer County
Jil
Frank
Mineral Creek
Frank Hushmant
Thomas M. Wexver
Quincy
St. David
O. W. Jacobson
Weaver
Spring Creek notes and family gatherings in Henry area
Local notes report Dottie Smith visiting Mrs Keag and farmers finishing threshing with light oat yields. Several marriages and reunions at the Grier homestead are described, including a large family gathering, weights, and old home memories.
Grand View School Adds Sidewalk Improvement
Hartman and Poley Bercroft work on sinking a coal shaft at Mr Hartman's premises. Miss Lizzie Hartz from Phenix visited two weeks at the Emil home. Mr and Mrs H C Little and sons visited Frank Little's in Lorraine then Ebenezer campmeeting. Card of Thanks from Mrs Dortina Weaver and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George. Hartman
Poley Bercroft
Hartman
Lizzie Hartz
Phenix
Emil
H. C. Little
Robert
Herbert
Frank Little
Loraine
Ebenezer
Kai
Charles Rowe
Cambridge Fair Attracts Large Crowds And Strong Exhibits
The Cambridge fair draws big crowds to Henry County featuring runs, products, stock and fancy work. Exhibits show broad interest this year, with the Henry County Fair Association officers praised for their effort. The speed ring promises racing and daily programs attractively presented, though Friday may see a smaller attendance.
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Cambridge
Henry County Fair Association
Farm For Sale Near Rail Line In Muscatine County
A fine 360 acre farm is offered for sale located 1 mile from the railroad station in Muscatine County Iowa. Interested buyers should write at once to G M Titus Muscatine Iowa.
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Muscatine County
Iowa
G. M. Titus
Muscatine
Printzess Fall Line Promises Exclusive Skirts and Fashions
Early arrivals promote Printzess Fall line with new flannels and skirts. Exclusive agents in Geneseo tout prints such as Panne Zibeline and Bourette designs. Emphasizes superior workmanship, variety, and fashion from New York and Boston houses.
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Geneseo
New Flannelette Waistings and Fall White Goods
New fleéced cotton fabrics for waists sacques kinonas and wrappers. New cloths for shirt waists and new fall styles in White Goods offered.
New Prints Offered In Varying Dyes And Calicoes
A description of fabrics in blue, black and white, grey and cardinal shirtings and calicoes. Prices quoted as ten and twelve and a half cents per yard.
New Drapery and Comforter Styles Debut for Fall
Catalog notes an immense variety of new comforters and drapery fabrics for autumn. Retailers encourage customers to update decor with fresh patterns and color schemes in the upcoming season.
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Dale
Fall stock prices at Howest for Wachee items
Howest unveils fall stock with Wachee items priced for varying quality levels. Customers can select by desired quality and budget, aiming to balance value and performance.
New Wrist Bags Hit Fast In Belt with Disc
The new wrist bags offer rapid belt entry with a round disc attached to the chain. A clever Japanese invention showcased in real leather options priced from 50 cents upward.
New Stocks and Ties Put On Sale For Fall Wear
A local store lists new silk stock and ties for the fall season. The line features shirts and waist designs aimed at stylish, wearable attire for autumn, with a focus on versatility and classic styling.
New Dress Trimmings On Fall Styles Sale
Fashion notice announces new fall dress trimmings and styles now on sale at the store, highlighting the latest look in trimming accents and accessories.
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Maurice Stackboure
Guy Pettit
C. W.catson
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A. E. Oakes
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S. G. Swanson
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the Baptist Church
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Ole Anledsto
Sar. Bis
Charles E. Sturt
Sturtz
Beary County
Chas
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Kewatiee
StdrCourier
W.H. Fuller
South Dakota
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Spring Creek
Spring Hill
Nora Winbrenner
Sharon
James Day
John Walker
Edna
Clispidte
Mr. Strayer
Waterloo
Mise Dottie Smith
Henry
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Wm. Bently
Ted Bently
Aledo
Agnes Keag
R. G. Crouch
Wilbur Crouchh
Churdan
Gust Johnson
Fred Johnson
Canada
Cornwall
Frizelli
Henry Allen
May' Atwell
Swanstrand
Tom Davidson
Munson
Burns
Fred
Faussett
Iva
Indiana
Ward
Kewenee
Frank Binnie
Mia
Blanche Colby
Genexeo
Geo. Farnam
Thomas Devoy
Ethel Grier
A.J. Dickey
Frank Clark
Elmer Roberts
Atkinson
An Frank Clark
Hugh Grier
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Sre
Ker
Philiren
Waterville
Katinas
John Oiler
Henjamin “Grier
Phila
East Cambridge
Eddie
Bertha
Nelaony
Manson
Anna Inisner
Wall
Hugh
Hog Hutchinson
Lindberg
Griers
Raisner
Mr. Lindle
Syearse
William
James
Edward
Lin
Grand View
Mua
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Shaker
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