Sparland notes weather gloom visits and local life
The entry reports persistent clouds and gloom with hopes for a brighter future. It notes river overflow, farmers traveling to markets, and local names like Zimmerman, R. J. Nigh, Nauvoo figures, and residents in Sparland and Green County Iowa visiting friends. It mentions taxes, a town dance, a school at capacity, and court week activity in Lacon.
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Spariand
Farjin
Rann
Zimmerman
R. J. Nighaeoreas
Green County
Iowa
Republe
Atchison
Nauvoo
A. Strodder
Kansas
Sparland
John Cornell
Edward Er
Lacon
Gfed
Chomaid
Telondis
Indiana
Streatdack
Anwon
Farry Stroat
W Lard
Govoreo
South Spartan
Oxaz
Local notes and happenings from Dawson town column
Dawson newspaper column lists a mix of farm activity prices events and personal notices. Mentions turkeys plowing hedge knife dispute local visits and upcoming debates at Jones School House with references to residents including J T Jones Harvey Divilbiss and Broaddus.
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Saratoge
Tanmore
J.T. Jones
Lown
Muny
Magelo Creighton Joalen
Ottawa
Atv
Joan Monier
Castiebon
Chilinga
Henty
Charles Monlor
Father Savena
McGibbona
Stark County
Henry Seelye
Seelye
Broaddus
Biko McGilox
Wm. Malone
Harvey Divilbiss
Princeaville
Aurevoir
Dawson
Jones School
Billy
Webber
J.T. Jonre
Castleton
Cotney
Goose Lake
Tiliakrate
Solleotar
Ehim
Dlurk
Areliniie
Democrata
Thompson
Yuleg Sre
Baratoga
Hme
Tilden
Jonathlan
Local Stalemate as Weather Keeps County News Quiet
In Hennepin County and surrounding areas, reporters note unusually warm winter weather and a quiet week. No major incidents, deaths, or public events are recorded, with limited word on local gatherings and personal notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam
Hennepin
Doctor J M Cowen Birthday Celebration Surprise
Rainy Saturday night drew 25 to 90 friends to the boarding house of Jasper Coail for Dr J M Cowen’s 46th birthday. Guests toured curios, enjoyed music and conversation as a feast was served, and the gathering marked by cheerful, neighborly hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth
J. M. Cowen
Jasper Coail
Secrey
Fire at Onatlaton wagon and repair shop reported
The Onatlaton wagon and repair shop caught fire on Saturday. The fire department aided by water puts and nearby citizens prevented a larger blaze. William G Brown left for Nebraska to search for oil wells. C Bocock & Co added a drawer fitted counter at their store. Wm Leet expanded grain storage in the area. Success to The Republican. W. I. Tram.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William 8. Brown
Nebraska
H D.D Martin
C. Bocock & Co
W. I. Tram
Peoria News Briefs On Postmaster Race And Local Happenings
In Peoria the postmaster race centers on Stevens and Cuckle with support for Cuckle. A new seven story sugar works aims to start operations Feb 1 and would boost corn use to about 60 000 bushels monthly. Other notes mention a taxed street altercation and real estate talks about Col Deane selling the Peoria House and its next move.
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Peoria
Stevens
Cuckle
Durin
Col Deane
Peorla
Intersoll
Tageracll
W.R
Remarkable claims for St Jacobs Oil cited by supporters
A broad appeal promotes St Jacobs Oil as a remedy for rheumatism and neuralgia with testimonials from diverse citizens. Specific cases include As Hellman of the Pittsburgh Republican, O Hannt of Youngstown, and Wm Reinhardt of Elmore plus Taylorsville Pa, all claiming relief after limited use.
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As Hellman
Pittsburgh
Republican
Evan Fou Porat Ralief
O. Hannt
Youngstown
Ohbo
Searned
Neuralal
Bt. Jacobs Oil
Tred Tier
Wm. Reiohardt
Elmore
Wis
Repotta
A. Nelgar
Taybrother
Ville
Hig
Jacobs Olland
United States
Watch and Pray A Western Pastor’s Warning Tale
Maj Webber recounts a Bible passage he misread until a Monmouth conference. A stern reverend warned him not to seek money from a wealthy widow, yet a dog attacked the preacher as he entered the yard and the scene escalated with a dramatic confrontation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asps Webber
Klaboot
Watch and Pray Passage Understood by Feeder
A reader recounts a preacher reading with his sister and inquiring about spiritual health. They observe a terrier faithfully at his post during a tug of war scene and the preacher kneels to watch the dog. The writer notes the phrase watch and pray is understood. He has not returned since.
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Logeo
Arthur Barnes
Daniel Harlan
Sampson Ag
Maxim electric light tests from Grand Union Hotel tower
On July 12 the Maxim electric light on the Grand Union Hotel tower in Saratoga Springs N Y was tested by aiming at Ballston Spa seven and a half miles away. The beam instantly lit the target area and allowed reading ordinary print and checking watches. The experiment, at 9 1 2 pm, used an open parabolic reflector with no lenses and precise focus alignment. Scientific American reports it as the greatest distance reached for deep illumination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxim
Grand Union Hotel
Saratoga Springs
N.Y
Ballston Spa
New York
Ballston
H. S. Maxim
Scientific American
The Boomerang Weapon of Australia
A description of the native Australian boomerang, a curved carved wood weapon 80 to 40 inches long with sharp ends. Used by a thrower at foot level, it sails 40 yards then arches 40 to 60 feet before returning to the thrower. It spins rapidly, makes a whizzing sound, and is dangerous to Europeans if misused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black
Fragmented Musings on Sound Light and Cattle Trade
The excerpt blends a science meditation on sound and light with notes on cattle losses in Montana and religious activity. It cites Rev H W Warren on astronomy and mentions beef cattle costs, growth, and export figures, plus Rev J L Wyatt returning from India with conversions among Hindoos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
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van Lewis
Brooklyn Board of Hearts
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GET. Lewis & Menzies CO
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