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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1894
Page
7
The piece urges boycotting local merchants to force prosperity, arguing social buyers should order from outsiders to keep money circulating beyond the town. It mocks local printers and urges collective shunning, even violence, against those who challenge the town’s dull trade.
Captain Schermerhorn notes in Camp Crocker report that under current law the President may call state National Guard units into service of the United States. The piece traces historic calls, asserts no need for a test case, and expresses cautious support while urging competent court ruling to settle the issue. It cites Iowa Něbraska and past emergencies, praising Col Oster’s unit and German residents indignation at political actions.
The Webster City Journal comments on Lincoln's legacy and national unity, Grover Cleveland's refrain about party strength, ballot placement rulings, Judge Gaynor's political alignment, a Sunday ball game between teams outside town, and a call for lawfulness and Sabbath respect amid saloon issues tied to prohibition enforcement and public protest against law violations.
Warm and dry week with daily mean temperatures 2 to 4 degrees above normal and very light rainfall. Night cool with heavy flows easing conditions. Corn looks best possible and some fields may mature beyond frost danger in two weeks. Fodder cutting progressing and pastures improving in favored areas. Potatoes promise 20 to 30 percent of a crop. Plowing and seeding under way where soil allows.
Died at his father’s home six miles north east of Hull on Tuesday, August 23, Emory Diftec aged in his youth. He had suffered eighteen months from consumption and traveled to California seeking relief but returned in May with no real hope. He spoke openly with Mrs. O. R. Brown about his approaching end and arranged for his burial details. Local notices mention fairs, school start, and various Hull community updates amid a broad scan of names and events.
The services were conducted by Rev. W. W. Gook at the home. The remains were laid to rest in Hope cemetery on Wednesday, with music by Hull's ladies' quartette during the solemn ceremony. The passage notes a young man facing life’s closing scenes with composure and mentions a preparation by his minister.
A list of names from Wartburg and nearby towns attends a conference with a forthcoming report to appear next week. Services Sunday are planned in the grove near the church with a picnic dinner afterward. Market quotes include Wheat 45c Oats 155-26c Barley 0 Corn 0 Hogs 75-90c Eggs Butter 12-13c. The ad notes dry goods stock, Hauntinglike, and a health claim for De Witts Little Risers. Also offers light double harness for sale through W H Montgomery.
The notice lists several regional fairs and events with dates and locations: Minnesota State Fair in St. Joseph Minnesota from Sept 10 to 17, South Dakota State Fair in Aberdeen Sept 17 to 22, Grand Belt Exposition in Mitchell South Dakota Sept 25 to Oct 5, Kansas City Inter-State Fair in Ont from Jan 8, Sioux City Interstate Fair in October, Iowa Shire Fair from August 1 to Sept 5. Includes a Priests of Pallas Parade timing and a note about a round trip tyre price.
Blood's mixed paints, the best in the market, at Griseli and Wilkin sons.
Tickets offered by the CM & St. P.R. for round trips at one fare to the Pittsburg Grand Army encampment, Washington DC KofR Conclave, Crockers Brigade reunion in Des Moines, and various fairs. Excursion dates span Sept 3 to Sept 27 with return windows noted. fares include one fare round trip or one and one third fares depending on destination and event.
An unclear note describes money from Eastern sources to be loaned on solid security in varying sums. The message names NG and Coad but provides few details about terms or recipients.
Notice advertising a car pet weaver named W. Schlosstex offering warp services with various work ready. The ad places the shop one block north and a half block east of the Academy building in Hull Iowa.
Bates patterns and designs showcased at Dr Coads Drug Store highlighting wallpaper options for home interiors with available patterns and finishes for customers browsing decor essentials.
One dozen or more fancy carpet patterns available on short notice. Large assortment of warp on hand with low prices. Located two blocks north of the Academy building. ALG Carver Latest elegant designs and tints in seat paper and window shades, similar to Furniture Story.
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