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Newspaper
Mills County Tribune
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1902
Page
1
Glenwood hosts a three day Apple Carnival with crowds thronging the square, music by local bands, and a grand apples display led by Queen Mills. Despite rain, volunteers completed booths and arches, delivering a vivid, bustling town event praised for its decor and continued popularity.
The carnival crowds pass busy business streets as merchants offer special values for visitors. A standout fruit display, 78 feet long on the east entrance to the square, was supervised by R C G White as chair of the fruits committee. Officials say the apple show is the finest yet in a small space, reflecting White’s zeal and expertise.
A couple tied the knot on the carnival platform at noon on Wednesday in a quiet home ceremony planned but turned into a public event by Carnival Committee. E G Harlan, Lyons township farmer, wed Miss Bessie R Crewdson, daughter of New Casey Restaurant proprietors M M Crewdson. Rev T R Gray officiated. The crowd cheered as the couple rode in a carriage with the Institution band. May their life be as happy as their marriage.
At the carnival the Pagoda hosted an Institute exhibit designed by Dr F M Powell with painting by Frank De erwester and decorations by Mrs A Martine. Lace boards show real Torchon lace made by Institution children, while drawing, embroidery, and woodworking displays showcase student talent under Miss Daniels W and Miss Miller. The Vayora or Pavilion drew praise as a credit to Dr Powell and his assistants.
Glowing praise for the Glenwood Carnival with elaborate decorations and notable displays. Apples and Center Township booths earn high marks, while Pearl the fat girl entertains and signs blaze with electric lights. The Cycle Whirl thrill ride wowed crowds, and the Champagne Dream tent faces indecency complaints. The Ned Oak firemen's tournament honors the State Institute band for best music.
United Brethren Rev W Curtis of Des Moines will preach at City Hall Wednesday evening Oct 15 at 730 Everyone invited Congregational church next Sunday services feature Micah of Mr Ephrain and Winged Sins Carnival After thoughts Also note partnership dissolution and request for immediate settlement of all outstanding accounts by creditors to preferred successors
Warning posted at Center Hines property 42-16p prohibits hunting or trespassing. W Albee authorities indicate no access without permission. County officials urge compliance to avoid penalties and further action.
Manager Howe of the opera house has secured Hoyt's A Bunch of Keys for next Monday the 13th and reserved seats are on sale at his pharmacy. The long running farce remains popular due to bright lines funny situations catchy music and up to date specialties with new scenery effects and attractions for 1902.
Monday afternoon October 6 Glenwood Woman's Club held a meeting with roll call responses from American Women poets. A piano duet Spanish Dance Mesdames Byers and Dull. A paper on Pioneers in Woman's Emancipation by Mrs. C Wheeler. Reading from Lucy Larcom by Mrs A F Moora. A paper on Present Political Status of Women by Mrs F M Powell. A song Annie Laurie performed by Mesdames Bo art Byers and Dull.
City shop invites shoppers during the carnival October 7 to 9 to visit for men’s work shoes guaranteed for full satisfaction. Store promotes fall and winter footwear and positions itself as a convenient headquarters during the event.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claim to cure a cold in one day with no residue and no pay. Advert appears with price of 24 cents and references Noema. The wording reflects early 20th century medicinal advertising tone.
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