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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1916
Page
4
Maurice Times records its second class mailing status dated May 4, 191, at Maurice Iowa. The notice shows subscription rates of 1.50 dollars in advance and references the 1879 act governing mail publication.
Fireworks were the best ever seen in the southwest. Attendees from Maurice and neighboring towns expressed satisfaction with the celebration and patronage. The community pledged to reciprocate when others celebrate, calling the Fourth a glorious event.
Rain delayed Maurice Fourth events yet crowds gathered for a late start with a welcome by Hon. J.C. Emery. Geo. Scott delivered the oration as baby parades and decorated floats drew cheers, followed by games, races, band concerts, and fireworks.
Found items include a locket and chain with a lock of hair, a Masonic identification badge, a key tied in a handkerchief, a watch chain, and several handkerchiefs. Owners can identify their property and claim by paying the appropriate advertising fees at the local house.
Local notes report Maurice residents planning a Fourth of July celebration while Ches ter White Boar sale date and auctioneer details are mentioned. Various travel and social visits are listed, including Miss Cassie Madden, Mrs Moir, and several families visiting Sioux City Le Mars Orange City and Maurice.
A jumble of names and small notices records watch repairs at the Vau Cafe Mrs John Mievas and Mildred attended a chautauqua at Le Mars travel by car from several households to events near Le Mars and Akron The Fourth of July celebrations at Aston Sioux Center Leeton and Maurice are praised with good crowds A hail storm caused extensive crop damage across Sioux County with fields and fences impacted and residents assessing losses.
The Hygienist magazine edited by Dr. R R Daniels offers readers guidance on improving health and energy. To introduce the publication, six back issues can be obtained for twenty cents.
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