Defense Wins In Will Contest Of Joh Fry Estates
Judge O A Byington rules in the will contest involving about £20 000. The decision interprets 1897 town statutes and a 1882 will with subsequent codicils, holding that provisions for unborn children are not abrogated by birth of issue after execution. The contestants claim all wills and codicils were annulled by births. the defense prevails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. A. Byington
Joh Fry
Supreme Court
John Fry
C F. Howell
Centersille
Baker & Ball
Maine
Code Commission
Morrison released after appendix illness in Keokuk arrival
Robert Morrison of Company I returned to the city at noon today after being hospitalized in Keokuk for appendicitis last week. He was accompanied by his sister Mrs. Ralph P. Howell.
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Robert Morrison
Keokuk
Ralph P. Howell
Epstein Boy Recovering After Home Appendectomy
Bernard Epstein elder son of Mr and Mrs Eugene Epstein fell ill Saturday. Sunday his condition worsened and surgeons diagnosed appendicitis. An operation was performed at their Bloom Terrace home Sunday afternoon and he has rallied splendidly. He is thought to be out of danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernard Epstein
Eugene Epstein
Bloom Terrace
Brief items from the mayoral court and local affairs
Drunken men paid fines in the mayoral court. Waeger saloon manager named as executor for late John Waeger’s estate. Des Moines Public Library project awarded to J Ronson & Sons with price 956 860. Mrs H E Edwards travels to Chicago to visit son Alfred at the post office. Replevin case Isaac Reizenstein vs Anna Meyers dismissed. Mrs Mary Jones returns from visit with sister in Union township. Mrs Jane Sperry and Mrs Margaret Rankin depart for New Market. Sperry stays with son-in-law in coming weeks, Rankin visits son at Red Oak. Doctors Biering Dean Guthrie Jepson and Leora Branson plan to attend the American Medical Association meeting in New Orleans.
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Loms Bettagas
Waeger
John Waeger
W. E. Evans
Edith
Elgin
IM. J. Ronson & Sons
H. E. Edwards
Union Township
Cheago
Alfred
Post Office Department
Squire Barber
Isaac Reizenstein
Anna Meyers
Mary Jones
Oskaloosa
Cyrus Tudor
Tremds
Iowa City
Jane Sperry
Margaret Rankin
New Market
Sperry
Weaver
W L. Biering
L. W. Dean
Dean Guthrie
William Jepson
Leora Branson
New Orleans
American Medical Association
Fry Will Provisions Upheld in Will Contest
Judge Byington issues a decision admitting the Fry will and codicils to probate. The court notes subsequent children will benefit as designated. Grand jury for the term named with Calvin Williams and others, Harry Farrell clerk. City of Iowa City appeals Louise Evans vs City, prior jury award of 4000, verdict sealed at 2800. Marthe Feepen vs Crippen morning session ongoing. Palmer vs McGinnis tried in afternoon with H E Porter for defendant and Baker & Ball for plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byington Bes
Fry Wall
Ttis
Calvin, Williams
John Doerres
W. H. Wray
A. J. Runson
N. Z. Zeller
J.W. Morford
M. S. Shaffer
Harry Farrell
H. E. Porter
One Tree
Baker & Ball
City schools dismissed for memory of Eleanor Gordon
Schools were dismissed by order of Superintendent Stevenson this afternoon in respect to the memory of Eleanor Gordon who died Saturday night. Her funeral was held today at 3 o clock.
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Stevenson
Eleanor
Gordon
Origin of the word fudge in 18th century writings
The text discusses the source of fudge as used in literature, debating whether it derives from Provencal French fuche or German futach or from a 1700s tale about Captain Fudge. It cites Lady Bhitney and Miss Skeegzs and a Boston Journal line about sailors crying fudge, exploring etymology and usage.
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Lady Bhitney
Caroline Wilheloun
Amelia Skeegzs
Wakefield
Mrr. Burchell
Fudge
Fuche
Futach
Disraeli
Sajors
Sredtle
Boston Journal
Fish That Cannot Swim In Science Notes
A discussion notes several fish unable to swim including the maltha described as a Brazilian tech with limited locomotion and the nyaltha with small pectoral fins. It compares these to the sea horse and starfish, all lacking true swimming fins.
American Robins versus English Robins in Nesting Habits
The text contrasts the American robin and the English robin. It describes nest sites: plaster and dry grass nests in tree cavities for the American variety, and moss ground nests for the English bird. It notes the English robin’s brighter breast and sweeter song, but its limited insect control versus the American robin’s duller coat, wider vocal range, and strong pest hunting, especially at fruit time.
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America
Tobin
Silk Adulteration and Tin Weights in Silk Trade
An article discusses adulteration of silk with foreign matter to adjust weight and stability. It notes German origins of the practice, common use in cheap black silk, and the resulting residue after burning a scrap, revealing tin weighting as the main additive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
New York World
Derivation of Gibraltar Name Through Ages
The article traces Gibraltar's name origin from the 711 Arab entry led by Tarik Gebeli or Fanik, linking the rock to a mountain term Gebel. It notes the rock as a prominent shore landmark and explains the evolution of the name to its modern form.
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Gibraltar
the Aras
Strait of
Tseld
Marshal Tamir
Spain
Gebelis
Tarik
Gebel
Fanik
Tank
Turkish Marriage Customs and Dowry Observed
An old report describes Turkish weddings with a dowry around 170 dollars, uncommon repairs for political reasons, and four day ceremonies beginning on Mondays. Men conduct each day separately with distinct foods and rituals, including spoons and wines used at the wedding feasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turkey
Minhabh Tharedar
Mandas
Fortification Lesson Sparks Family Question
A humorous exchange shows a boy asking for a book and a father clarifying a fortification as a large fort. The Kansas City juvenile context adds a light tone to the dialogue about words and meanings.
Local Gossip Echoes A Minstrel Visit In Town
An innkeeper recalls past minstrel visits as the Colossal Black Cork troupe’s advance agent asks about current performances. The exchange highlights town talk and lingering happiness amid modest fortunes.
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Chicago News
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