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Newspaper
Glenwood Opinion
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1906
Page
1
A lamp post shaped cellarette with an attached letter box is reported, featuring bibulous storied labels in place of the hours plate. A traveler from India recounts a central Indian incident where a man killed four adults with five shots in under six minutes, three of which were single shots.
A historical note recalls the custom of burying without coffins on the continent using a sheet as the sole covering. In contrast, Herbert L. Jenksny donated a complete set of Chopin’s compositions to Fitchburg Massachusetts public library.
Indiana Republicans tell a Nebraska tale to sway voters. John L. Moorman of Knox County credits the story to the Thirteenth district chair. The farmer buys a 52 dollar buggy with 500 bushels of corn and gains tools and cash, illustrating corn’s changing value and prompting questions about the need for speeches.
Real estate transfers show L Lutter to E J Comfort for lot 202 Pacific Junction at $20. F Rager to R H Hubbell for lot 5 Wickham and Woodrows Sub Glenwood at $250. J B Heide to F W Anderson for lots 29 25 and pt24 bk17 Silver City at $725. W H Wyant to E E Harrington for pt of the net of 25 71 48 at $1487. M M Carey to S B Hutchings for pt of 29 72 40 at $1. Mrs Hefty bunkers switches ad claims best. DeWitt's Little Early Risers pill ad by A J Howe.
An elderly Washington hunter named Meeker, long-haired and white haired, travels by prairie schooner drawn by oxen from Washington toward Indiana. He retraces the old trails via the Platte and Missouri rivers, aims to honor hardy pioneers, and plans monuments along the route. He is accompanied by photographers selling souvenirs, and his wife remains in Washington. Market day notes add a local plug for DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve.
A Methodist minister praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after seven years of use in his home. He states it is a reliable remedy that exceeds manufacturers claims and is especially effective for croup and whooping cough.
Malay states supply roughly nine tenths of the world's tin, a commanding share shaping global metal markets and pricing dynamics as mining output and export flows evolve.
The article notes that a stationary car engine has an average weight about one quarter of its horsepower compared with a steam engine. It highlights how engine mass scales with power differently between stationary car engines and steam engines.
Married women debate a man’s voice and its perceived lack of sincerity in a colorful Globe column. The piece explores social expectations and female judgments in relationships, reflecting contemporary attitudes and witty observations.
A digestant named Kodol is advertised as the best treatment for indigestion and stomach troubles. It claims to test the stomach and put it in shape to function properly, aiding indigestion sour stomach flatulence heart palpitation and dyspepsia while conforming to the National Pure Food and Drug Law.
Mrs Rosa Potts of Birmingham Alabama reports relief from biliousness and constipation after using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. She says the tablets relieve the ill feeling at once and strengthen digestion, with sale through Wilson Drug Co.
The word colonel comes from Spanish and the title reflects Spanish origin. The name gorone may explain English pronunciation variations.
A historical note defines the highest ascent for a human without tiring as 16 560 feet, marking the upper limit of safe ascent according to mountain climbing benchmarks from the era.
The navy orders battleships and cruisers to remove all nonessential adornments, striking from the figurehead a costly feature once funded to enhance ships. Existing headpieces from before the rule are not allowed to remain ornamenting ship prows, leaving once ornate profiles stripped to plain lines.
A sour stomach bad breath and a pasty complexion are among the symptoms relieved by King's Dyspepsia Tablets. Two days’ treatment free. Sold by the Glenwood Drug Co.
Edna Meyers sixteen year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Meyers died Friday after weeks of typhoid fever. Her father served a five year term for shooting with intent to kill at cards and is to be released this week. Edna helped beautify the home with money earned by her labor and her death follows a long period of dutiful support. The funeral was held Sunday at 2 pm at the family residence with Rev Lucas of the Christian church officiating.
Marriah Morrow born Sept 6 1826 moved with parents to Mills County early in life. She married Jessie H Buckingham about 1851 and settled on the old farm south of Glenwood. After his death in 1879 she lived on the farm until moving to her son A J Buckingham's home. A faithful Friends church member at Burr Oak, she died after a brief illness and funeral was held at Waubonsie church conducted by Rev LeRoy Hawker.
Orla Davidson son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Davidson died in Council Bluffs on Saturday. The remains were brought to Glenwood for interment. He formerly worked here and at Ferguson grocery. Funeral held Monday with Rev. Chas. Fry of the Latter Day Saints church of Tabor presiding. Orlo was 17 on October 23, and had long suffered from spinal disease.
A complete set including a well treated family horse a phaeton and harness is offered for sale. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. F M Shriver in Glenwood.
Mrs R E Humphrey, instructor in music and elocution, offers daily afternoon classes from 3 45 to 5 30 and Saturdays 2 to 5 30 for children. For particulars call at residence in the old Baker property.
Four room house offered for sale or rent. Enquire of Frank Ross at Institution for details.
T H Pollock of Plattsmouth Nebraska markets 32 head of two year old steers and Herefords. Advertisement by the weekly Iowa State Register and Farmer offering a liberal subscription deal from now to January 1 1908 for fifty cents. Des Moines Iowa publishers urge subscriptions to gain full benefit of the offer.
Apples and prices offered by Kehoe and Lloyd at the old M E church in Glenwood. Shenandoah businesswoman Mrs Hefty Bunker to showcase hair goods at The Commercial Hotel starting Tuesday November 6. Commons and Summers move a Poland China hog sale to Califf's feed yards in Malvern for Saturday November 17 featuring about 50 boars and related gifts.
J Urquhart of Zephyr Ontario credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with curing a severe winter cold after a dry harsh cough persisted. He endorses the product as the best he has used and notes it is sold by Wilson Drug Co. Pine resin and Pine-ules are advertised for kidney and bladder ailments, with Pine-ules priced at $1.00 for 30 days and sold by Glenwood Drug Co.
A brief feature notes a line about money and secrecy that reflects social attitudes. The quote highlights the idea that withholding information can maintain interest among friends, echoing a local cultural stance. The piece connects personal finance with interpersonal dynamics in the community.
Advertisement notes immediate relief from piles with one application of ManZan. Sold by the Glenwood Drug Co.
A fragment speaks of overreaching ambition that may imperil progress and threaten success, hinting at risk of overconfidence and the peril of sacrificing steadier aims for a bold but uncertain gamble. The tone suggests editorial caution about excessive drive.
The advertisement claims DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills act on both kidneys and liver to provide quickest relief from excess uric acid. Bold by A. J. Howe.
Winter brings hoarseness warning but Chamberlain's Cough Remedy wards off croup if given early. Mrs S Rosinthal of Turner Michigan praises its effectiveness for family use. Sold by Wilson Drug Co.
The article states the United Kingdom has 3 688 000 acres of woods and plantations. It notes substantial forested areas across regions, reflecting Britain’s timber resources and land use.
Lettuce leaves strewn about the floor will attract and destroy beetles.
John Dereboul, a Paris joiner, dies from congestion following a wager to eat ten yards of sausages. The incident ends a dare that saw him attempt a risky food feat leading to his death.
A South German peasant nickname for the Orient Express is Turkish Lightning, reflecting local lore about the famed international train. The term captures regional view of the luxury service and its exotic aura during its era.
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