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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1908
Page
1
Watches is our specialty and at present we have the finest stock of watches we have ever carried. About every American factory is represented as well as the most renowned Swiss factories whose watches are the most substantial and reliable timekeepers.
Diamond rings offered at former prices with a range from 10 to 60 dollars. Edison records and outfits priced at 27,140 29.20 and 36.10. Jewelry items include rings, chains, bracelets, fobs, cuff buttons, pins, brooches, necklaces, lockets, and back combs. Large assortment available for Christmas shopping.
An Emerson display promotes the Gem Rapid Transfer Devise from Gem Kansas aimed at allowing trains to take on passengers freight water and coal while moving at six to eight miles an hour. The system uses side tracks and gliding cars to swap in and out passenger and freight cars without stopping, claiming fuel and wear savings. The inventor F S Lee 74 of Gem Kansas and Haton brother of Emerson's mayor attend as stock is sold, with local faith in a future universal adoption.
A local paper complains about sensational small pox coverage, arguing today’s disease is milder thanks to vaccination and medicine. It notes officers elected for the Brotherhood of American Yeomen, including J W Murphy Jr and J R Cannon, with installation planned soon. Also mentions Clyde Hanna returning home from a Kinkaid act claim of 640 acres in Nebraska amid deep snow.
A Glenwood Rebesea Lodge gathering at Vine Street home ends with a staged break in to surprise members. The plan, executed by many, features an ajar window and a mock intrusion, followed by apologies, toasts, and party refreshments as guests depart with goodwill.
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