Casket of De Soto Found in Mississippi River
A copper casket said to hold the remains of Hernando De Soto was discovered recently near Quinty Ill after low water exposed sand bars and obstructions in the Mississippi River. The find was made by a ferryman who noted a tarnished copper box bearing a royal emblem and sought help to confirm its origin. The article also includes an extended farmers proverb about soil and sustainable farming practices.
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DE Soto
Mississippi River
Hernando de Soto
Quinty
Aower
Quipey
Apain
Haunted Rural Pages Mention Poland China Hogs
A cluttered clippings page from the Island Argus cites Poland China hogs and regional farms with scattered notes. It recounts a tale of a rat catching specialist, a barn scene in Geneseo, and a curious mix of local names, deeds, and odd details.
Resolutions on Death of Mrs Hattie F Knowles
Members of Osea Camp Neo 222 Royal Neighbors of Amelia express sorrow at the death of Mrs Hattie F Knowles. They note her devotion to family and duty as wife and mother and extend heartfelt sympathy to the family amid their loss.
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Hatte Fo Knowles
Osto
Hattie F Knowles
Neighbor Knowles
Osea
Amelia
Tomidor
Enchanged mutation reveals plant and animal auction fragment
The OCR fragment describes an 1800s auction scene with references to Peg tt Re ye, Clark Righthowse, a skim milk, and a springfield station. It mentions an animal colt and a survey of station prices, listing figures like 6 and 14 with unclear context. The text mixes names, objects, and measurements, creating a partial snapshot of a rural auction notice.
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Clark
Tad
Styvet
Justice Riggs Fines Man for Insult in Granite City
The Granite City judge fined a man $200 and costs for insulting a young lady resident, expressing regret he could not raise the penalty to $500. The remark comes amid broader concerns about such offenses and public decorum.
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Edwardsville
Justice Riggs
Granite City
Obituary of Mrs Carrie Smith of Genesea
Mrs Carrie Smith wife of George J Smith of Genesea died September 18 1910 at 10 a m after years of ill health from apoplexy She was born October 19 1856 in Melford township and lived on the Smith farm She was active in the English Lutheran church at Morristown and lived a devout Christian life Surviving are her husband two daughters Miss Eva Smith and Miss Anna Smith one son De Loss Smith and several grandchildren The funeral will be held at Morristown with services by Pastor Parr of the Evangelical church of Capen Mere Funeral arrangements are by the local undertaker in Morristown
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Carrie Smith
George J Smith
Genesea
Tober
William Smith
Livingstone County
Western Township
Morristown
English Lutheran Church
Edain
Wo Smith
Joc Stevenson
Mma T. Smith
J Lawbaugh
Chitin
Fo Smith
Edford
Patther
Parr
Church of
Mind power to sustain the body and face immortality
A quotation asserts the mind can keep the body strong and healthy, renew life, and delay decay far beyond common belief. It claims the sole path to immortality is to love this life and live bravely cheerful and faithful, attributed to Ven Dyke.
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Ven Dyke
Waiting for Repentance Is Futile
Quotation notes that waiting for repentance is pointless since one must act first. It argues waiting for personal duty prevents progress and that one should do what is required rather than wait for change.
Era of Money in Poetry Proposed by The Bellman
The Bellman argues poets face no money in poetry yet challenges the idea by proposing a new era titled The Era of Money in Poetry. He suggests poets should publish in dedicated columns to test if financial gain can accompany verse.
Notice to Creditors for Estate of John Ross
Notice to creditors of John Ross deceased. Brarnield appointed executrix of Henry County Illinois estate. Court in Cambridge to hear claims on November term day. Creditors must appear to prove and file claims.
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John Ross
Wayne C
Aen
Sard
Beth Das
Septeiaiber
Jane
Baecutria
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