Those Who Bought Stocks in Iowa Face Large Losses
In southeastern Iowa farmers and others sue to recover sixty to seventy thousand dollars tied to stock schemes promoted by slick talkers. Notes were discounted and banks faced losses as promises failed. promoters relocate to cities with profits, while many victims are left with lawsuits and little to sue against. Cedar Rapids Republican notes the crime of fleecing and warns readers to stick to government bonds or secured mortgages.
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Chicago
Iowa
Towa
Happy
Cedar Rapids
Ladies Winter Coats Values To 85 Dollars Each
An assortment of ladies coats offered at 85 dollars each features high grade crystal cord, fancy velours and suedine silk lined and fur trimmed pieces. Sizes range from 16 to 47 with about 20 coats available in sizes 18 to 42. Also 25 wool coats in brown tan mahogany copper pekin and taupe, many sizes, one of a kind.
Coat Lot Showcases Silk Linings and Fur Trim
Even at this price we present many good looking coats with silk linings or fur trimming. Both short and long garments in the lot are valued at fifty dollars each.
Fall Suit Bargain Lots Offer Big Value
An assortment of fall suits in high grade tricotine velour poiret twill and French serge, sizes 16 to 44, with values up to 55 dollars. More suits offered at 39 75 and 69 dollars with limited quantities in new materials and sizes 18 to 38 8.
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Poplin
Serge
Cotton Blankets Sale Price Drop at Market Store
Readers see discount on cotton blankets. 64x76 inch double blankets now priced at 3.39 dollars, down from an expected 4.60 dollars, signaling value during current market sale. The notice highlights the blanket size and reduced cost to attract buyers.
Special Blanket Lot Offered in Gray and Tan
A basement special from 1918 is revived with a bulk lot of double cotton blankets sized 60 by 76 inches. Prices are reduced from 3.50 to 2.69 as part of the sale.
Wet spell expected as prohibition delays loom
The Ft Dodge Messenger notes that wartime prohibition ends when the Senate ratifies the peace treaty, with constitutional prohibition to take effect January 16, 1920. If ratified before then, a six week wet spell could occur, likely around Christmas and New Year, before permanent prohibition. The piece warns of unprecedented drinking and urges repeal of the wartime dry act before its effect ends.
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White House
Senate
United States
John Barleycorn
Congress
Dodge Messenger
Don’t tear up roads this fall advice from engineers
State Highway Commission engineers urge county and township officials to avoid late season road work. They warn torn up roads end winter in poor condition and become quagmires in spring. Recommending to save funds for early season repairs, or hire skilled crews, to improve long term road quality and reduce wasteful late fall spending.
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State Highway Commission
Iowa
For Sale A Heavy 18 Inch Wooden Pulley
Auction style ad notes a heavy 18 inch wooden pulley in good condition offered for five dollars. Enquiry directed to the Times office.
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Times Office
Good Pay For Teachers From Graduate To First-Year Salary
A college graduate trained for teaching can be sent out in the first year on a salary of 2000 dollars. After investing up to 800 or 1000 dollars in books and appliances, including a possible Ford car, the net outlay is limited, implying a practical financial outlook for beginning teachers.
Agricultural instructor roles in Smith-Hughes schools
The text notes that salary is labor income and that young men trained in agriculture may pursue farming experience and teaching careers with confidence. Agricultural instructors work beyond classrooms, visiting students on farms, with demand for qualified teachers in agronomy and curriculum supervision exceeding supply.
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Smith-Hughes
Apriculum
New Phonograph Prices Drop Compared With Market
Dealers tout the new phonographs including Comfort machines, offered from sixty to one hundred dollars less than rival prices. The sales pitch targets buyers seeking value and discounts in a competitive market.
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Diebwald
Anch
Wssigevevessee
Graettinger
Shadle
EC Apparel
Wildey
H. Leslie Wildey
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ILY
Peerless
Trum Thrift
Carl Spies
Fuchs and Stemmer
P. J. Paulsen
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