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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
4
Instructional piece outlines adjusting coat sleeve patterns to achieve elbow width, top height, and gathered or puffed variants. It covers elongating Line 11 for top fullness, matching Lines 8 9 lengths, and curving top and back increases. Additional methods describe flowing sleeves, cuffs, lining fit, and measurement-guided re-draws for elbow and wrist fullness.
Bethany city council may enact compulsory paving for streets abutting private property after a near unanimous petition drive. If approved, paving would extend one block from square corners with center-to-property line grading and inside crossings handled by the city. Also reported are drownings in local counties, a runaway funeral procession accident near Hamburg, and political debate over tariff and Prohibition factions in state papers.
Old advice highlights stomach health and warns against harsh laxatives. The ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe remedy for dyspepsia and constipation, citing long use and two sample testimonials. It offers a free trial by mail and pledges nationwide availability at modest prices.
In a Hamburg Reporter note, Beagia Ives was announced as soon to become a bride. At breakfast she found her chair decorated in white ribbon and bride’s robes ready. Miles Lizzie Conner, president of the society, presented a silver table spoon set with a fitting address. After breakfast Fay James was initiated into the order and adorned with a star.
Mrs C P Kinney and Mrs C E Shay of Glenwood depart Tuesday for a several months Western tour with headquarters in Gardner Montana. They will visit Loveland Colorado Billings Montana and other places before returning.
The Posey Mysterious Company has played to strong crowds in Pacific Junction, with higher pay and lively turnout. A lower audience followed at Pacific City, while future shows are slated for Glenwood Opera House on June 28 and Silver City on July 1.
How ard Renton a 21 year old of Glenwood nearly drowned last Sunday while attempting to swim across Glenwood lakes. Chet Hollister saw him slip under and, in his Sunday clothes, jumped into the water, struck Renton in the stomach, and dragged him to shore. Renton cried for help and was saved by Hollister whose quick action likely prevented a fatal outcome. He deserves a Carnegie medal.
City of Leon adopted a bond proposal for 35000 to buy a water system but failed to reach the required two thirds. Women cast 247 for and 185 against while men voted 268 for and 167 against. Overall 482 women and 426 men participated, with women slightly more active. Supporters plan a resubmission.
Instructions describe recognizing arterial bleeding by jetting blood and applying a tight bandage with a stick or pencil to control flow until a doctor arrives. If a bandage cannot be applied, press firmly between the wound and the heart. Note that blood flows from the heart to the wound.
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