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Newspaper
Iowa Citizen
Location
Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1903
Page
2
A fragment notes Second Class mail matter status for Four Page and Eight Page items at the Iowa City post office. The readable portion mentions postal handling and location with limited context.
The statement from M Witte portrays Russia ready for peace but not at any price. He warns Japan must accept terms approved by the czar and stresses the czar will decide if war continues. Critics say the czar dominates, diminishing Witte as peacemaker and disappointing the public.
Rock Island railroad declares war on the interurban by establishing a new schedule of eight trains daily in each direction between Iowa City and Cedar Rapids. The motive is unclear though wrecks and a car shortage on the interurban may have prompted the move as the line has paid out damages to passengers.
The article notes injuries from a wreck and possible large damage suits as Rock Island confronts its interurban competitor. It suggests heavy costs to repair equipment and improve road beds, while implying a strategic strike to gain advantage. Public may benefit from improved service despite the forthcoming clash.
The Chicago Record-Herald boasts a strong corps of correspondents led by Walter Wellman. Born in Mentor Ohio in 1858 he became Washington correspondent in 1887 and later led Arctic voyages, returning with scientific data for the American Geographical Society.
Concord Kentucky resident B F Leek claims a twenty year lip sore pains eased by Bucklee's Arnica Salve after other remedies failed. He reports the salve also treats burns and cuts and credits Henry Logic bani W. FE Schrader's drug store for availability.
The July 17 state crop bulletin notes cool, cloudy weather with showers followed by heat aiding haymaking and late corn. Northern barley and rye harvests progress. oats and spring wheat mature normally with good yields. Haymaking broad, clover hay losses noted. corn progressing well except very wet lands. Apple crop disappointing.
In the Northern District of Iowa Cedar Rapids Division Moses I Bash of Sharon township Johnson county listed as bankrupt in Bankruptcy No 542 creditors are notified the first meeting of creditors will be held at the office of J F G Marner Iowa City Iowa on July 28 1905 at 10 oclock a m creditors may attend prove claims examine the bankrupt and transact lawful business. Dated Iowa City Iowa July 17 1905 J G Marner referee in Bankruptcy
A newspaper item promotes Dr. Kog's New Life Pills claiming to relieve stomach and liver issues, headaches and constipation. The ad touts quick relief and cure and references Levis and W. E. Shrader's drug store as sellers.
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