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Newspaper
Humeston New Era
Location
Humeston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1908
Page
1
Humeston fall festival events on September 10 21 and 12 list prizes for children day including girls and boys foot races goose pulling baby prize ball throwing and wrestling with varied cash awards. Farmers day adds fat men's race team hitching goose pulling and more. Homecoming day features fat men race and goose pulling with prizes.
Doctors McCulloch and Smith have relocated to new offices in the McCulloch block on the second floor. The front reception room remains, with two consultation rooms to the west and north, plus an adjoining laboratory. The facilities are described as elegant and up to date, reflecting a thriving and expanding practice.
The Gate City notes a new hat surpassing the Merry Widow in size and drama. Known as the Airship Scraper or The Tub, it commands astonishment with diameters from 28 inches to over six feet in circumference. Reportedly it will drive demand for rats to achieve the look.
The Manila Times argues that good roads attract population and elevate property value. It notes farms nearer markets connected by good roads are worth more, and that larger roads are more easily drawn with better surface. It says good roads boost exchange between regions.
Dr. Culmsee relocates to second floor of the McCulloch block after March fire, unveiling modern, well equipped rooms. Reception area, two operating rooms, and a laboratory feature the latest dental appliances. The dental surgeon is praised as a physician and surgeon, not just a tooth carpenter, with a strong standing in southern Iowa.
The text promotes enforcing a national road rule for driving on the right side to prevent accidents. It states that being on the right side transfers liability away from the driver if an incident occurs and advises travelers to always yield to the right when meeting vehicles on public roads.
The Tama News recounts a witty Leap Year tip recalling a young woman who crafted a silk shirt for her Toledo suitor to prove suitability as an all around helper. The outfit featured a full front opening with attached collar and cuffs and a button for every hole, signaling that the fellow should respond promptly or risk seeming ineffectual.
The Modern Woodmen will hold their county picnic at Promise City on Thursday August 27. A grand parade at 9 30 a m features an address by E M Thompson of Independence and other speeches in the forenoon. Afternoon contests offer prizes, with music and amusement all day. all are invited.
A rural homage to summer fields and dawn routines. The piece evokes meadows, threshing and the milkman delivering cream to the creamery as a maiden brings a pie and cooling drinks to workers in the shade of the clover.
The notice invites new students and those with irregular schedules to visit the school and learn about advantages as classes begin August 31. Mr. Walker will be at the schoolhouse daily from three to four o clock to answer questions and assist potential enrollees.
Delegates at the sixth annual American Apple Growers congress held in St Louis predicted apples will sell at 82.40 to 3 per barrel on the tree and possibly £7 to $10 a barrel for choice fruit as the season ends. They cited spring frosts as injuring the crop.
A recent storm struck the section Tuesday evening aided by a strong north wind. It caused notable damage to late corn fields with some stalks blown down badly, leaving farmers to assess whether the plants could recover or require replanting.
A Missouri judge recently officiated a marriage under an arrangement of one dollar per year and one dollar per week for four weeks. The piece argues such court involvement in a couple’s honeymoon happiness should be prohibited by law and seen as overreach.
The union Sunday school convention in Richman township drew 289 attendees from all denominations. An address by Rev. Hestor praised the day, memorial services honored D. Sankey, and Rev. Heicke spoke on community obligations to youth. Township officers were elected for the coming year, including President Mrs. Susan Mallett and Treasurer Mrs. Lynch.
The Lews department of agriculture year book cites the US department findings showing Towa leading in cattle with 3,831,000 head valued at 81.5 million dollars. Montana has higher value due to range cattle, while Iowa reports 8,413,000 hogs worth 54.684 million dollars and Tineis trails with about 20 million in pork wealth.
Mrs John C Neill of Canonsburg Routh Center Avenue died Wednesday morning after a illness. Her husband Jela C Neill survives along with four children Elizabeth McCormick Virginia and Katherine. She was active in the First Methodist Episcopal Church and leaves a brother Charles E Fife and two sisters Mrs J D McGinnis and Mrs Frank Bell. Funeral at First Methodist Episcopal Church West Pike St Friday at 2 PM with interment at Oak Spring Cemetery Canonsburg Va.
The notice warns that heat affects both staff and superiors. It advises drinking only sip by sip, avoiding heavy meals, and valuing hydration. It suggests two weeks of paid vacation for complexes, enjoying ice cream with a sweetheart, avoiding strong drinks, and favoring mineral waters. It cautions against extremes and excessive humor.
A Northwood station debate quotes a Californian urging locals not to move west to farming areas. He asserts higher costs per acre in California Oregon and Washington and recommends staying put until ready to relocate before attempting a move.
The Nex Era will be issued from its new home next week and aims to be one of the paper’s most interesting numbers. Mr Sanford plans an article on the history of the paper and its founders, with other features promised to engage readers.
Twenty years ago this week residents of Welton Weldon Promise City and surrounding areas were visited by several people including Denni Cavbreath and Wiley. Heavy rains disrupted farming while a washing machine factory began by Geo. Clerk. A festival at M O Barnes and transfers of property such as Park Livery Barn change ownership were noted. Florence Wood returned from Colorado after a year teaching and was elected in the intermediate department. Local travels included visits to Viola Center Hastings and Keats with various relatives and friends. Weather brought notable downpours across the region.
A Missouri man saved a friend from drowning at a perilous moment and faced a stern rebuke from his wife for getting Jos clothes wet. He remained courteous and did not tell her to grow up.
A humorous tale follows a girl with twenty million wealth as she navigates clever twists. The narrative centers on wit, social satire, and the quirks of a privileged life in lighthearted fashion.
The department of agriculture estimates rat damage at 1.64 billion, with annual losses of about 160 million from rats, mice, and rabbits. Urban damage dominates, a department store reports a single night loss of about £50. In rural areas rabbits stand as the major pest, while fencing, trapping, and poisoning are tested as local solutions.
A chaotic tale from Webster City, cited by the Marshalltown Times-Republican, describes a large fish that supposedly fought on a copper wire, tore free with the wire entangled, and was hauled out five gears later with the wire still attached. The fisherman who first found it later kept silent, prompting commentary on cautious reporting.
Mrs A R Arnold entertained her Smeday school class of eleven boys and eleven girls last Wednesday evening at her home. Guests provided refreshments by taking items unknown to others. They played games and the evening was spent in a very enjoyable manner.
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