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Newspaper
Iowa Iowa Le Mars Globe Post
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1903
Page
2
A fragmented notice reflects plans for a Democratic convention event and related activities. Mentions attendees, venues, and dates, with references to party officials and scheduling at a central location.
Ferocious charges sweep through the Republican ranks as Perry and allies face scrutiny over wartime postal irregularities. The piece links postmaster general Smith and other officials to misused funds while railing at press restrictions and ring rule in Pennsylvania and New York. It condemns the Quay faction and warns of escalating party damage.
Des Moines reports a food and fuel famine after major floods. Meat markets stock dwindles, trains halt, bakeries struggle to feed 6,000 refugees. Coal scarce, power and water works strained, roads impassable, threatening loss of life from exposure. Relief agencies warn of worsening conditions as shipments are delayed.
A man complains why his razor has dulled soon after sharpening while his son, Johnnie, plays marbles and recalls making a wooden boat in the morning, reflecting a small domestic moment.
An early 20th century promotion claims Paine's Celery Compound cures disease and rebuilds the nervous system for overworked women and general debility. It credits testimonials from Mrs. Mary M. Myers of Baltimore, Ohio, detailing long nervous prostration and back pains relieved by the remedy for herself and her children.
The Great Wallace Show announces its arrival in Le Mars on Monday June 14 with a reorganized troupe and numerous new novelties. The display will feature an expanded train fleet adding twenty two freight cars and an upgraded program with exclusive new acts. The Wallaces promise a premier entertainment, maintaining price while elevating size and performances.
Advertises an unprecedented four paper club deal combining Iowa Homestead Special Farmers Institute edition Poultry Partner and the paper itself for 209 dollars per year. Claims each title is top in its class and urges quick action with sample copies available at the office. Also seeks trustworthy promoters across states with high weekly pay and corporate backing.
Simon P B Loos manager of Charleston Opera House writes from Charleston Missouri on December 19 1902 endorsing the Ployd Briggs company after their performances on the 15th 16th and 17th. He commends them as among the best road attractions and notes larger receipts with each show praising their talent and appeal. He hopes Cape Girardeau theaters will book them for big business and sends best regards.
Venoreyor observes a printer with coarse ears that shine like bread, a long list of odd traits, and a quirky moral about ears indicating mind and generosity. The text muses on ears and individuality among millions, noting no two ears are alike.
The piece traces military salutations to medieval tournaments where knights lifted hands to their brows before queenly beauty. It explains the sword salute with the hilt near the lips as reverence to the cross and faith, while lowering the point signals submission or friendship and less need to stand guard.
Ottumwa Iowa reports record high water in Des Moines River with Jag twenty one feet five and a half inches. Hundreds of homes flooded in west and south Ottumwa, rescues ongoing all day, nearly twenty thousand dollars raised for relief. Churches, public buildings and many private houses opened to sufferers. no deaths reported. Rail traffic largely halted. only Chicago, Burlington and Quincy line operating.
New York May 23 reports say conferences between Union Pacific officials and striking boilermakers have led to an amicable settlement. The discussions come amid broader debates on trade and wage laws and the role of artificial constraints like tariffs, trusts, and patents in labor relations.
Duus starts a new loans operation aiming to offer neat terms and accessible credit. The venture signals local business diversification and potential job creation in the area.
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