Humeston Wins Purse at Tingley Tournament
Humeston blanked St Charles 100 to 0 in a bracing series opener, then Shenandoah shut out St Charles 6 to 0 before Humeston exploded for 12 runs in a Friday rout. Highlights include Phenix Latimer Fisher Kyner and MacDowel delivering key hits, with Latimer tagged for a hit by pitch and Phenix on the mound in late innings. The Humeston lineup eyes next games against Chariton while Lamont fills in for Kyner. the day also notes a Nashua weather melon curiosity and a Methodist S S picnic with regional turnout and a Reds versus Greys Sunday school game ending 18-16.
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Tingley
Humeston
St. Charles
Shenandoah
Phenix
J. T. Riggle
Riggle
Rev
Ross
Hall
Reds
M. EF
Greys
Boys
The
Christian Church
It Happened in Iowa Sulphur Price Jest
A man asked a store for the price of sulphur, learning it was ten cents. He claimed to buy it cheaper by mail order for nine cents. The merchant replied with a quip about getting it in hell for nothing and no freight, noting the sulphur was the same.
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Iowa
Steves and Hardware
Advertising Pays Off for Iowa Agricultural Society
The Iowa Agricultural society reported that advertising in Iowa newspapers boosted attendance at its event by over fifty percent and doubled receipts. The management spent a few thousand dollars on ads, posters, and billboards, with the Centerville Citizen noting that advertising always pays and newspaper ads yield the highest profits.
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Iowa Agricultural Society
Iowa
Centerville
Sires and Rice Wed at Hotel Rea in Corydon
Mr Harlin Sires and Miss Laura Rice, both of Humeston, were married at the Hotel Rea in Corydon Monday at high noon with Rev Perry officiating. Attending were Roy Rice and Miss Effie Davidson. The couple, now living in Walker property, received warm good wishes for a happy married life.
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Rea
Corydon
Harlin Sires
Laura Rice
Humeston
Perry
Roy Rice
Effie Davidson
Sires
Miss Rice
Henry Rice
Walker
Lappy
Keep Both Going Buffalo News Advertisement
A Buffalo News advertisement encourages readers to visit the store by highlighting what is new and inviting today. It stresses practical timing and value, arguing that a well kept ad serves as a reliable guide just as a clock should.
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Buffalo News
Humeston Festival Schedule Highlights September Events
Humeston hosts a three day festival beginning Thursday with children’s day events and a full slate of concerts, band performances, races, wrestling matches, goose pulling, and a grand Saturday homecoming with Ball games, Jubilee Singers, and an Opera House program led by Prof Jones and La Rhue Trio.
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Webson
Prof
W. R. Jones
Punch and Judy
Summer & Schaffner
la Rhwe
Queen City Jubilee Singers
WR. Jones
la Rhue Trio
Opera House
Queen Caty Jubilee Singers
Jones
P. G. Holden
Chanton
Humeston
Lamont
Prof. Jones
Excellent report corn and the frost on Huameston church
Reverend J A Ross pastor of Huameston M E Church left for Clarinda seat of Des Moines annual conference. Return uncertain. If he comes he will be welcomed. His year’s work fruitful and church in excellent condition. Financial report shows 900 paid to pastor 72 to district superintendent 420 to benevolences 200 improvements on church and parsonage 20 current expenses
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J. A. Ross
Huameston M. E
Clarinda
Des Moines
Dist
Last Concert Ends Humeston Summer Series
The Saturday evening performance marked the last concert in Humeston, hailed as the best and most appreciated in the season. Local farmer Harry Van Buren of Dallas County notes the annual corn frost race and expresses optimism that a light frost will avoid heavy damage, expecting a strong yield if frost stays away.
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Bend
Humeston
Harry van Buren
Dallas County
King Drag Demonstrated For Dirt Read Clearance
The King drag is shown as fully effective to maintain dirt reads by sighting forty miles radiating from Council Bluffs. Built and kept in excellent condition by its simple, inexpensive use, long-time users testify to its practical value.
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Connell Elusis
Council Bluffs
Derby Old Settlers Draw Large Derby Crowd
The Derby community hosted a two day Old Settlers event drawing a large crowd from Humeston and surrounding areas. Attendees reported an enjoyable time during Thursday and Friday activities with widespread participation and pride in local efforts.
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Derby
Humeston
Four Babies Born Within a Year Record Set in Chickasaw County
Mr and Mrs John Bo Rolthoff of southern Chickasaw county claim a record with four babies born within a year. In late August 1907 twins arrived, followed recently by another pair of boys. Kolthoff kinship noted with George Kolthof of the area.
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John Bo Rolthoff
Chickasaw County
Mr. Kolthoff
George Kolthof
Two Men in Jail for Stealing Hides
In Leon the Penni rab house break-in last Wednesday led to the theft of hides. Police identified the suspects Mel Ber and Jennings and links to Harve Ailard and others. Both men were arraigned and await grand jury action with likely penitentiary terms.
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Leon
Well Bros
Uclves
Gan- Meo
B. Dea
Earve
Pista
Lee
Jennings
Titus Ston
Piagediex
A Odekde
Pesninell
Wis Bros
Jens
Harve Ailard
Hinneston
Ailard
Tme
Thameston
Aml
Moser Gres
Justice Beck
Bettie
Sui
Grand Jury
Grami Jp
The Age For Travel Youth and Opportunity
The text urges youth to travel while young to gain appreciation for art and nature and avoid missing life’s great experiences. It warns against delaying growth until maturity, which risks remaining bored, jaded, or missing chances to see wonders. Time and opportunity should be seized rather than wasted by waiting.
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Nleastme
Washington Post
Church Choir Entertained by Local Group
Community church choir entertained parishioners on Tuesday evening with a program led by Abs. WLP Moore, reader Mire Janie Lach assistant leader Miss Harriet Plamton organist Miss race Gardner assistant organist Miss Ethel Shaw secretary and treasurer.
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Heiresdaer
Wlp Moore
Janie Lach
Harriet Plamton
Missrace Gardner
Ethel Shaw
Twenty Years Ago In The New Era This Week
A retrospective note recalls Miss Edina Hines, travel to Chari, and a Maple Grove festival. Local residents attend the state fair. a high wheel bicycle is the town’s first. A big Republican rally, visits to Obie saul, and a Cordryden address are mentioned. Numerous names surface among attendees and prizes.
Won the Wager at Washington Monument Street Catch
A quirky tale from the Chari Washington baseball club reports catcher Pat attempting a top of the Washington Monument ball drop. After thirteen tries, the feat finally succeeded amid mixed acclaim and a wary crowd.
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Chari Washington Baseball Club
Washington Monument
Treet
Charles
Drapp
Thorp Eidetit
Seymour Man Accidentally Shot in Funeral House
Seymour man accidentally wounded in an apparent mishap when a 22 caliber rifle discharged. The incident occurred last week as a firearm from a nearby home rammed into a shoulder, causing injuries. Dr. Baig attended the man as authorities investigated the accident.
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Pepe
Dr. Baig
Tee
No School During Fall Festival
In a brief notice the district announces no classes Friday in observation of the Fall Festival. Students and staff will observe the holiday and return to normal schedules the following day.
Decorate Your Homes For Hameston’s Smile Tomorrow
Citizens are urged to put out flags and decorate homes to bring joy to Hameston, celebrating happiness as she was never seen smiling before. The call encourages collective spirit and cheerful displays throughout the community.
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Hameston
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