Novel honey moon trip ends in Seattle 1650 miles traveled
Lincoln couple Mr John Barker and Miss May Van Dyke traveled 1650 miles by bus freight and on foot from Lincoln Nebraska to Seattle Washington for their unusual honeymoon. The bride wore men’s clothing for the journey and only one conductor detected her gender. They found lodging with Barker’s brother in Seattle and spoke of hardships and adventure of “beating her way.”
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Seattle
Wash
Lincoln
Neb
John Barker
Barker
Humeston
Iowa
The
Automatic Telephone Company
May van Dyke
Star
Mrs. Barker
Argo
Georgetown
Mr Ault
Fifth Avenue
Mr. Ault
Park City
Loita
Oweaer
Bar
Marshallville
Spokane
Tiem
J. L. Yates
Geo. Dennis
Rosebud
Farnh
JUDGMENT AGAINST CROCKER ESTATE YEARS LATER
A First National Bank receiver secured a seven eights payout to depositors from the Crocker estate. The 1900s case yielded about $22,000 total, with partial dividends and claims by Frank Crocker’s partner Thomas Brandon in Russell. About $100 in claims and future dividends remain, but most assets were insufficient for full recovery.
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Daige Roberts
First National Bank
Crocker
Roberts
Thos. Brandon
Russell
Poultry Association Officers Meet Tomorrow Evening
Wayne County Poultry Association officers and directors will convene in Dr Culmsee's office tomorrow evening to conduct important business. Secretary Ivax Hasprover is expected to attend.
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Wayne County Poultry Association
Dr. Culmsee
Ivax
Land Opening Journey Told in Local Clip
A fragment recounts travel hardships of Barker and companions as they sought land opening routes. They lacked funds and steamboat fare, slept under a tree by the Puyallup river, and Rex Barker arrived ahead after a long trip from Lincoln. Several locals and events are noted, including a Republican county convention ticket and Democratic township delegates.
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Spokane
Obituary of H C Gamble Soldier and Citizen of Humeston
H C Gamble born October 1842 in Darbyville Ohio died in a Park City Montana train wreck September 25 at age 67 years 1 month. He enlisted August 21 1861 in Company H 3d Ohio Infantry later as captain discharged October 2 1863. Married Inez Applegate October 2 1872 in Hendricks Indiana. six children Arthur Charles Carrie Edith survive. He moved to Humeston in 1886 and was a Methodist, respected citizen and comrade. Funeral held at Methodist church last Wednesday at two, Rev J A Russ officiating. Buried north of town with soldier bearers.
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H.C. Gamble
Darbyville
Ohio
Park City
Montana
Gamble
Co. H. 3Uth Regiment
Ohio Infantry Volunteers
Camp Chase
Co. A
Dutien
Sargent
Leutenant
Methodist Church
J. A. Russ
The Football Season Begins in October at Institutions
The October kickoff marks football season as fans rejoice while critics fear the rough sport. The piece argues education institutions should field teams, despite detractors who would drop the game. It urges practice games and spirited school pride against waning views.
Humeston Merchants See Strong Saturday Trade
Business news notes Humeston merchants enjoyed a fine Saturday with crowds driven by pleasant October weather. Merchants report complete stocks and ample preparations to handle fall and winter trade.
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Humeston
Onur
Russell Farm Festival This Week Sparks Community Interest
Russell hosts a farm festival tomorrow and Friday with an excellent program and premium list above average. Attorney General Byers will speak on the final day. Local attendees expect a strong turnout and festive events.
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Byers
First Lecture At Opera House By Kempie Friday
At the Opera House on Friday evening October 23 the first number of the lecture course will be given by R. L. Kempie lecturer. Kempie is an interesting and instructive speaker.
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Opera House
R. L. Kempie
Kempie i
Three Big Sales Near Humes Town Auction Highlights
Auctioneer J. J. Hasbrouck conducted three large sales near Humes Town last week. J. L. and A. J. Surbaugh owned sales on Wednesday, Brown and Bowman on Thursday, and RB Carter and Son on Friday. All auctions were successful with strong bidding and high prices.
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J.J. Hasbrouck
Dennd
Humeston
J. L
A. J. Surbaugh
Brown & Bowman
RB. Carter & Son
Mr. Hasbrouck
Smith Son sale adds T R Smith to mercantile house
The Smith and Son mercantile business sold their store to T R Smith, who will manage invoicing starting Monday. Smith, previously a farmer with store experience, is described as enterprising and ambitious and is expected to be a popular and valuable addition to the firm.
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Mith & Son
T. R. Smith
Reader of This Paper 28 Years J Casteel
J Casteel, a longtime reader since 1880, renewed his New Era subscription after a pleasant office visit on Monday. He has been in poor health for months and is not much improved at present.
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J. Casteel
Casteel
Royal Slave Delights Audiences at Opera House
Clarence Bennett presents Royal Slave at the Opera House on Thursday to a large crowd. Set in Old Mexico during Maximilian’s era it weaves romance and thrilling scenes. Aquila is played by Walter Hubbell with a rich voice. Irene Solomon shines as the sheath gown girl. costumes impress.
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Clarence Bennett
Opera House
Old
Mexico
Maximillian
Walter Hubbell
Aquila
Mr. Jones
Inez
Irene Solomon
O E Carlton Buys New Jackson Touring Car
O E Carlton a traveling salesman for Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Co of St Louis has purchased a fine Jackson touring car. His many friends kept him busy last Saturday afternoon, and editors of the New Era attest to it being a pleasant and comfortable ride.
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O. E. Carlton
Norvell-Shapleigh Hardware Co
St. Louis
New Era
Remarkable corn from Josiah McGuire’s farm south of town
Josiah McGuire delivered exceptionally fine corn to the office last week. The ears are large and sound and even. He notes the ground has been farmed for fifty two years but remains as rich as ever.
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Josiah McGuire
Rev Ross Theme for Sunday at M E Church
The pastor at the M E church will preach Sunday night on Lot's separation from Abraham and the tragedy of a wrong choice with the subject titled Lot's Separation from Abraham The Tragedy of a wrong Choice.
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Ross
M. E
Lot
Abraham
Keokuk Launches Eleventh Free Fall Celebration Week
Keokuk began its eleventh annual free fall celebration yesterday and will run through the rest of the week, highlighting community events and activities for residents and visitors.
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Keokuk
Wayne County Sunday School Convention Held in Lineville
The Fourteenth Annual Wayne County Sunday School Convention met in Lineville October 1 and 2 with 158 children leading a parade and Prof. Fitch addressing issues of temperance and youth. Officers were elected, sessions discussed pastor roles and class organization, and practical teaching advice from Mrs. Bebee of Seymour closed Friday’s program.
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Lineville
South ME
Fitch
Anawosa Penitentiary
New York Harbor
Hell’s Gate
Hell's Gate
D.T. Sollenbarger
Minnie Davis
Sewal
Prof. Fitch
Heaven
Hell
South AM. E
Jaiter
Chiss
Bebee
Seymour
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Poston
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W. H. Buck
L. M. Stanton
Rev. Simpson
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Nebraska City
Rev. Gantz
Normal College
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Thomas Dugan
Wells
James H. Barry
C. W. Steele
O. G. Vail
O. B. Sutton
L. H. Goodell
Richman Township
Eli Fletcher
D. Hart
A. Humeston
R. C.poston
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E. W. Thorn
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J. E. Meharry
W. McKinley
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Robert Middlebrook
H. C. Gamble
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