How It Strikes Me At Council Bluffs Convention
Kiton Tarmoxe reports on a December Council Bluffs gathering where delegates from Whammoat and surrounding counties debated road funding. A move to replace the road district system with county control was approved along with a tax levy change. Questions arose about shifting road work and funds, prompting calls to defend local roads and oppose state lobbying. Harvey Dean closes with a call to reclaim $6,000 in county road funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiton Tarmoxe
Coudeil Bluffs
Yata
Whammoat
Matthewe
Council Bluffs
County Board of Supervisors
New Jersey
New York
W.C. DeLashmutt
O.P. Kinney
Jdes Moines
County
Harvey Dean
Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup Promises Guaranteed Cure
A long advertising page touts Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup as a universal remedy for coughs colds la grippe consumption and all bronchial affections. It includes many testimonials from various locations praising its cures and household use. The ad also promotes other items and services and mentions Electric Bitters as a pivotal remedy for Spain’s needs and general health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairport
Kay
R. R. Wilson
Gordon
Ark
Oures
Wm. Whitefield
Lincoln
Neb
In Memoriam Mary Nebe of Manitowoc
Mary Nebe born February 2 1942 in Moltachu Germany. She was reared Lutheran and confirmed March 16 1856 with support from her pastor and favorite scriptures. She came to Manitowoc Wisconsin in 1865, married Martin Nebe May 16 1871, lived in Glenwood for nearly two decades, and had seven children four surviving. She died January 19 after six months of suffering, with funeral February 23 conducted by local clergy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Timothy
Germany
Manitawao Wisconsin
Martin Nebe
Glenwood
Frank M. Mmil
Edith M
Katie L
Baptist Church
This Place
Kor Sale: Young males offered on easy terms
Auction notice states a seller will dispose of a likely group of young males measuring 15 to 16 bands high and four years old to responsible parties. Signed S. M. Estes of Glenwood.
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Kor
S. M. Estes
Glenwood
Undated Railway Note Cites Healing Claim
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a railroad and healing claims with references to scripture. The readable portion lists Jon. 8 and names Landis and Banner, presenting an unclear notice about rapid recovery from a bruise or sprain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thesord
Jon
Landis
Sale or Trade Notice From Hastings Record Plant
A notice offers sale or trade of Hastings Record Plant to M. CG. Lee of Glenwood Lown. It cites a remedy claim for One Minute Gough Cure praised by Editor Mackler of the Micanopy Hustler curing influenza pneumonia bronchitis and throat and lung troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirkman
Belle River, Ll
Skillicorn & Qo
Hastings
M. CG. Lee
Glenwood
Lown
Gough Qure
Mackler
Skillicorn & Co
Local Advertisements and Remedies From Dazed Clippings
A jumbled page offers varied bits including poultry buy offers, medical remedies for headaches and nervousness claiming King’s New Cure, a money order note, a claim about oyster service at a North Side eatery, and a balm for cracked lips and dry hands. It also mentions buyers of apples and a salves brand, all presented in a fragmented editorial style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saara & Ellen's
Op North Side
Life Sketch of Jénn Dustin, Civil War Veteran
Jénn Dustin born January 26 1825 in Troy New York died December 22 1899 in Glenwood Iowa. He married Eliza Loflin February 14 1855 and had one child married to John M Deming. Dustin served in Ohio National Guard 46th Regiment and 148th U S Infantry, later lived in Kewanee Farragut and Glenwood. He joined the M B H church, served as steward and trustee, died with faith and armour on. funeral at M L church conducted by Rev W J Goonrich with G A R members present. Burial in Glenwood cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jénn Dustin
Troy
New York
Glenwood
Iowa
Eliza Loflin
John M. Deming
Ohio National Guards
U. S
Kewanee
Farragutta
Duatio
M. BH
M. 1
O'Aluak
W. J. Goonrich
A. T. Jeffrey
Jnst. Wm
How to Prevent a Cold Labelled Remedy
A brief note advises after exposure or early symptoms to take Foley's Heovy and War, claiming it will prevent pneumonia or consumption if used promptly. Written by S. Be. Lani, the text promotes this as an effective preventive treatment.
DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Promote Health
Advertises a laxative remedy by Skilhearn & Co claiming to cleanse the bowels regulate the liver and restore vigor. Mentions sale and farm items from A. O. Esrva in Tabor La with a price of 161¢.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
Skilhearn & Co
Fragmented OCR recap of a historical meeting note
The readable text mentions Benj Tuperrou of Hutton Lod speaking about records and a battle described as restored. It notes speakers and lanes and a reference to Satin & Co receiving large trade or service items. The fragmentary nature limits precise facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benj Tuperrou
Hutton
Lod
Fie
Bote
Hones del Tor
Gad Sipgera
Fragmented historical record on health and meals
A garbled extract mentions pneumonia and meals with references to places and dates unreadable. Names and locations are obscured, but the passage implies concerns about health and nourishment tied to a specific community, possibly during a period of scarcity.
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C. B. Keowans
Smith & Eiler’s
A. O. Subin & Co
Pere Jinen
Kerchiefant L. A. Stillwaggon’s
China
A. Og, Sabin & Co
Centerville
Mendota
Olio Coan
Davis & Anderson
Pacific Jituation
Towa
Spain
P. Olivia
Barcelona
Aiken
America
Warnenr Bros
Christinan Turgor
Elegans Couches
Borkers
Ida
Joe
Sres Fesnone
Siew
Waiuit. Bros
A.O. Subin & Co
Towslee's
M. IL
Peter
Tenis Halin’s
Chitheatera
Gack
Milattor
Necor Paper
Eulns Ea
APA
Munn & Co
Scientific American
Cadvey
Washiggtion
Mills County
Washington
Chicago College of Ophthology and Otology
G. B
Red Oak
Pacific Coast
PARRY
TAFFY
Smith & Bile
A. O. Esrva
Tabor, la
AO. Satin & Co
Cave
Farge Davediee
Tony
Uae
Omaha
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