World’s Fair bid hailed as top Chicago goal
Long garbled notes from a 1908 era issue reference Chicago hoping to host the World’s Fair, describing the ambition as grand and long sought. It mentions Lent, census supervision assignments, a steamer Rescue operating between Peoria and Henry, and a confused social commentary on daily life and prices. The text also covers sewer policy talks in Joliet, action against Chicago water pumping, and community resolutions urging legal protection of Des Plaines valley interests.
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Solomon York
Edward ‘Shermyer
David Wille
Engin‘eer
Peoria
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Farmers Debate Roads Tariffs And Mutual Insurance
The Tuesday morning gathering of farmers and spouses discussed road improvemnt by graveling and state aid, with J H Jones and others supporting gravel roads while cautioning costs. Tariff policy sparked debate on protection, prices, and farm viability, followed by a talk favoring mutual insurance for farmers and the value of broader organization for legislative gains.
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Williams
G. M. Locke
J. H. Jonez
H.K. Smith
A. H. Gaston
W. P. Williams
Henry
Santa Fe
J. A. Harrison
Tilling
H. Williams
Putnam
L. M. Bumgarner
Mt Palatine
Stoner
John Bwaney
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Burt
Jack A. HL Gaston
Freerade
J. H. Jones
John Swaney
Dakota
H. K. Smith
Lang
W M. Blood
Harry Marshall
Sparland
H. Vanaradele
Otiver Wilson
Magnolia
Farmers debate rest years and special legislation conflict
A rural institute discussion favors land rest and crop rotation to benefit long term yields. speakers argue for and against special legislation in rail and highway policy, while farmers praise rotation and clover as soil improvers. Coffee and music accompany the meeting as attendees reflect on agricultural practices and policy.
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Henry
G. M. Locke
H. K. Smith
Itdt
W. M. Blood
A. H. Gastoo
Europe
BO. Wall
Deacon Dunlap
West
J. H. Jones
Wilson
A. B. Clark
Harrison
Blaine
Colorado
Cora Merritt
Joha
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J. A. Williams
Bessie Williams
Lizzie Burt
Slogera
Town Officials Schedule For March Meetings
Overseers of highways render account to commissioners on Tuesday March 18. Town clerk posts notices of the annual meeting on or before March 22. Supervisor and town clerk present a statement of financial affairs, expires Tuesday March 25. Annual meeting of guitars and semi annual meeting of commissioners of highways to report to town auditors on March 30.
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Lthuredey
Marctr Sain
From New York Exhibition and Westminster Dog Show Notes
A New York letter reviews the 14th Westminster Kennel Club show at the American Institute building with costumes and carriages around Madison Square Garden, praise for Bernard dogs, and remarks on other breeds. It also covers the New York Poultry and Pigeon association and upcoming Harper's Bazaar contributions.
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Republican
New York
United States
Brown
Percy Moran
T. Moran
Florence F. Snell
Westminster Kennel Club
Madison Square Garden
American Institute
Third Ave
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Rex
Barnarda
New Foundlands
Eden Musicalan
New York Poultry and Pigeon Association
Chauncey
Republican Party
Warner Miller
Chauncey M. Depew
Bucklen Arnica Salve Promises Quick Skin Aid
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a claim to cure piles or no pay. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. price 25 cents per box. Sold at Dr Powell’s drug store.
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Bucklen
Arnica
Dr Powell's
Webb's Ticket Office Ad for Railroads and Steamships
Peoria agents for all Railroads and Ocean Steam ships offer lowest rates to all points. Save money before purchasing tickets at Webb's Ticket Office on Main and Adams streets.
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Main
Adams Streets
Peoria
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