Census prep urged for farm data and values this year
Farmers are urged to prepare for next year’s census by estimating total farm property value, land improvements, livestock counts, machinery, and farm products. Readers are advised to weigh yields and consider recent sales to set accurate figures for census reporters. The article also notes fashion trends for fall attire and headlines changes in millinery and evening wear.
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United States
Roosevelt
Stanly
Avery
Yifeld
Wwe
Department of Agriculture
Leota Byens Dies in Carson Dakota After Illness
Obituary notes Leota Byens daughter of T. Wy born Oakland Illinois November 10 1990 died August 3 1909 in Carson North Dakota after a brief illness believed to be scarlet fever. local physician listed cause as fever but details unclear and mourners note her kindness and family ties.
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Ifortense
Leota
Exens
Oakland
Carson
Dak
iBlek
Marriage proposal and family tensions revealed in note
A note from Mr Carmel describes a marriage proposal followed by family observations. She visits her sisters and learns one is a slave for bed and board, another supports her husband, and the third is divorced. She states readiness in three weeks amid reflections on temptations and health remedies. Citizens warned by a remedy advertisement for kidney and bladder issues.
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Carmel ‘Giti
It's a Good Old World Says the Cleveland Leader
The Cleveland Leader praises progress and women’s roles as the world improves. It argues rich heirs seldom work and daughters increasingly contribute through college and work, supporting mothers and shaping a better society. The piece extols small, steady gains for women and the home front as part of progress.
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Cleveland
Ila
Geers
Notice of Publication Chancery Divorce Case
In the Circuit Court of Marshall County Illinois Pearl Burger vs William Burger in chancery a non residence of William Burger is alleged. The complainant filed her bill on April 24 1909 summons issued returnable November 8 1909. The non resident defendant must appear by November 8 1909 or the bill may be confessed and a decree entered. Daniel Emerson Clerk. Davison Bartlett Solicitors.
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Circuit Court
Pearl Burger
William Burger
Marshall
Hyomei Promises Quick Relief for Asthma and Hay Fever
Advertises Hyomei as instant relief and possible permanent cure for catarrh hay fever and asthma. Claims Kelfer Drug Co guarantees cure and outlines the inhaler bottle and instructions priced at 1 dollar with extra bottles fifty cents. Endorsed by Louis A. Grobe of Flint and promises immediate breathing relief through pine eucalyptus scented air.
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Australia
Louis A. Grobe
Flint
Midh
Free Piano Contest In Marshall Promises $400 Instrument
The Marshall merchants launch a five month voting contest to award a $400 piano to one local resident. Votes come from subscriptions to the Marshall Herald and purchases at area stores. Balloting closes at 6 PM on September 18, 1909 with judges tallying votes to declare the winner.
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New York Advertising Co
Merchants of
Marshall
Rockford
Jbuakeness
McNutt & Cook
Gent
E. A. Lac
Leseure’s
Jase Brady
Rademaker & Son
Boots
Otto Ross
J. K. Black
Wallis Bros
C. L. Parsons
L. C. Lutz
West
Shipe’s Hardware
Kelter's
S. H.carpenter
Gunder & Hook Barbers
Colé Bros
M. E. ‘Whitlocke
Ceamas
Marshall Herad
Clark County
Democrat
B. J. Hughes
Jay Swern
Mack Robson
Booth & Handy
Arthur M. Hurst
Avre Turman
Ene
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New York
Paris
McCall Company
Deslarers
Foley
Gilad
Wat
Tony
Daniel Emerson
Marshall, Ill
Davison & Bartlett
R. A. Mitchell
Scholfigsid Bros.’ Grocer
Hamilton
Farmers
Wabash
Hammars
Sargent
Cole Bros
Herald
Efeicrniakness
Apa
McNatt
Ebon
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