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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1910
Page
3
A testimonial extols Cuticura Soap Ointment Resolvent and related products as a cure for a severe four year eczema. The writer recounts dramatic relief after first use and urges others with skin trouble to try the remedies, citing a Watertown New York address and the date April 11 1909.
General Iowa notes predict a total nervous breakdown for John Junkin as July 29 hangings approach for the murder of Ottumwa singer Miss Clara Rosen. Sheriff J G Clark returns from Fort Madison where preparations are underway at the prison to ensure Junkin cannot end his life before the scheduled execution. Guards say his reaction to the threat of the gallows has been his only stabilizing factor during trial fears.
Des Moines reports Ella Jelligson, 18, rode a steel girder from ground to the Equitable building summit 800 feet high to prove she had no cold feet. She perched atop the girder, then descended in chains, earning $25 in the stunt amid a large crowd.
Solomon Johnson of Pomeroy dies after asthma struggle. Ellery Haudenschield of Dubuque dies at 16 from lockjaw after suffering. James Cooney of Mitchell suffers loss of cash and checks to a thief in a Mason City hotel. Lehigh Cement to build a 2.5 million mill at Mason City. Missing East Dubuque man DeMuth likely drowned near Center Eagle Point bridge. Jefferson family receives $1000 checks at dinner. Lem Swearingen in critical condition after a dog fight. Lincoln Fisher held after alleged assault following dog fight.
Dr Henry J Prentiss of Iowa University Medical College underwent appendicitis surgery and is expected to recover. A near fatal speeder incident near Logan involved Nick Land with a warning from signalman Mahan. Mr Lund survived as the vehicle was wrecked. R B P Jeffkins of Hanson Tyler garage Webster City faces 1000 bond for malicious mischief after pouring sulfuric acid into engines and copper platings. Census data on Des Moines and Iowa expected soon amid population decline concerns from migration. Iowa Christian Endeavor convention picks Oskaloosa for next meeting with officers H B Van Horn W Hardcastle Miss Zerilda Black and George Walker. C F Ensign of Cedar Rapids named delegate to Atlantic City convention.
Des Moines reports a men s suffrage club organized to promote women's suffrage in Iowa. Horace Boies leads financially strong figures as the Sioux City YMCA campaign ends in success. The piece covers politics, banking, labour, and state treasurer health, plus local tensions and upcoming events.
The Emporia Gazette argues that advertisers do not control editorial policy, noting most papers are owned by individuals or political interests. Merchants focus on circulation, while owners face pressure from patrons yet must show independence. The piece defends the publisher as a business man balancing subsidy and courage.
Mrs Ryetop and her husband mock Hiram Skinflint as he plans a trick at Jed Weatherby’s store. He will add an ant to a bag of sugar to claim it contains ants and demand a discount, possibly throwing in extra baking goods. The exchange highlights Hiram’s stinginess and crafty humor.
A vintage ad promotes Allen's Foot Tabs for foot baths to relieve soreness tenderness odor and fatigue. It claims instant relief from weariness sweating or inflamed nerves and recommends Allen's Foot-Ease powder for daytime comfort. Samples mailed free or regular size for 25 cents with address in Roy Nebraska.
In a diner scene a squeamish guest questions the water as the waiter declares it boiled distilled water. The guest tastes it and finds it tastes hard, prompting the waiter to explain the water is indeed boiled distilled.
Theodore Roosevelt arrives back in New York aboard the Kaiserin Auguste Victoria and receives an extraordinary ovation. He declines interviews but answers questions, insisting on public interest in affairs. The White Company steamers and White cars showcase a lavish welcome as the party travels to Oyster Bay and events unfold with Rough Riders aboard.
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