Almost a Love Story in Tiptonville
A humorous Tiptonville tale traces Miss May Meteher’s flirtatious reputation from childhood through a proposal attempt by Parson Brown, a sneeze-induced distraction by Charles Renfew, and a bus to Niagara with George Fox who proposes under pressure while she sprints from a bull and ram in a field. The flirtations, squints, and small-town antics culminate in a playful romance and a quick marriage, leaving both families satisfied.
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Lille
Cate
Tiptonville
Parson Brown
Parson Braty
Mr. Brown
Amanda Jonas
Charles Renfew
Charles
Tombuten
George Fox
George
Batchelor
Flo
Miss Mug
Mr. Fox
Boston
Niagara
Tiptorville
Johnny's Valentine Story of a Child's Secret Love
A nostalgic tale follows Johnny Walsh a shy boy who crafts a valentine for Julia Reynolds after learning her name from a delivery boy. A mishap with the letterbox leads to a comic yet touching chase of affection. Years later he meets Julia again and discovers she recalls the boy’s devotion, culminating in a quiet, reflective romance.
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Johnny Walsh
Tommy
St. Valentie's
Johnny
Valentine
Julia Reynolds
Inc
Foraigon Street
Harrison
Dohany Wras
John
Sens Ghai
Mike
Tobin
Julia
Reynolds
Jon
Reynolds House
John Walsh
Young Indy
Rime
Indy
Miss Reynolds
Almotcy
Slin
Tia
How to File Bills for County Claims
Notice to all creditors of the county to file claims under section 1300 of the Code. Requires affidavit verification, clear statement of services, date, and location of work. Iowa Supreme Court checks ensure payments only when authorized by law. Include specific work details and proper dates.
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Board of Supervisors
Elsas
Iowa Supreme Court
State Auditing Department
County meeting urged on taxation in Palo Alto County
Citizens and taxpayers are invited to a March 1916 meeting at the Emmetsburg courthouse to discuss taxation expenditures and county governance. The round table agenda will feature expert presenters and open discussion on county finances led by Charles Duhigg Gene Harrison Phil Underwood. Absolves Rock Island Directors: in important suit. In New York City a judge orders settlement of 750000 against directors over Frisco system sale and dividend payments. The receiver seeks to settle claims against Danial Reid and William H Moore, with Reed and Moore absolved from liability.
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Emmetsburg
Ioowa
Charles Duhigg
Gene Harrison
Phil Underwood
Rock Island
United States District Court
New York City
Julius Mayen
Walther C. Noyes
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company
Danial G. Reid
William H. Moore
Noyes
Ag Reeiver
Charles E. Rushmore
Frisco
Rushmore
Reed
Moore
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Gracttinger
A. H. Shaver
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C. C. Rucker
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SPIES
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Ocon
Andee
Sen, Mer
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Ger
Iowa
the Times
Johnny's. Valentine
Peter Hermansen
Aly
Wm. McCullough
Des Moines
May Maxine Renner
Maxine
Wilson
Ed Scully
Seneca Township
Albert Kelson
Ames
Geo. Meyers
Odus Paugh
C. H. Elwood
Park Rep
Irank Sing
Marke
Swift
Town
Frank
Eliza Cate
Jens Hendricksen
Palo Alto County
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