Crops and Prosperity Brightens Midwestern Outlook
The Baltimore American cites August crop estimates from the Agricultural Department predicting record or near record yields for winter and spring wheat, corn, and oats. High prospects in Iowa Nebraska Missouri southern Illinois Indiana suggest large surpluses, boosting rail, steamship and manufacturing activity, with Mitchells Corn Palace set for a $20,000 renovation and a Banda Rossa performance planned to attract visitors.
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Baltimore
United States
Kansas
Nebraska
Missouri
Ilinois
Indiana
Middle West
Atlantic
Seaboard
Gambling Ruin Cited As Downfall Of Two Young Men
In Chicago a 22 year old Gus Bobbs vanished after receiving 15000 to deposit at a bank. The case highlights gambling as a lure to crime and warns that another man similarly vanished with 19000. Reform groups urge curbing city gambling opportunities.
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Chicago
Gus Bobbs
Bobbs
Board of Trade
Foley & Co
Foley
Ivan
J. K. Horn
Dinesey
E. C. Watkins
Sexton
The
Methodist Church
Springfield
A. H. Davis
Mt. Sterling
Peace prospects and regional bustle viewed from Portsmouth
Reports from Portsmouth say the peace conference aims to end Monday though outcomes remain uncertain. Russia and Japan push their demands with room to yield, while financial pressures influence terms. South Dakota towns plan fairs and carnivals in late summer and fall as residents seek a cheerful vacation. Tensions rise between editors of the Pierre Daily Dakotan and Pierre Capital-Journal over city council street grade actions and editorial clashes show a deepening feud.
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Portsmouth
Russia
Japan
South
Pierre
Dakotan
Pierre Capital-Journal
Eillinghurst
Hipple
South Dakota Corn Crop Seen Safe With Good Weather
Reports across papers indicate continued favorable weather will secure a strong corn crop in South Dakota. The state’s agricultural output is expected to stand out nationally, with South Dakota not lost in the national production figures.
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South Dakota
Corn Palace notes on rapid setup and strengthened design
Report details rapid preparation for the Corn Palace opening. Decorator Gol. Robe to arrive Sept 1 to begin ornate designs. Roof work advanced with new foundation and braced beams to ensure safety. Seating listed at 5,000 but built to endure more. Cement sidewalk added and stage enlarged by 25 feet to improve sightlines and move the band closer to the audience.
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Gol. Robe
Mitchell
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Sold by Scallin Bros
Health claim advertisement urging nourishment through the stomach to maintain mind and body strength. It lists symptoms like indigestion and weakness and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as quickly curing stomach troubles. Sold by Scallin Bros.
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Scallin Bros
Soaking the Umbrella
Brakeleigh seeks a loan on his umbrella from the pawnbroker to prepare for a rainy day. The exchange centers on the value and terms offered for the umbrella as collateral.
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Brakeleigh
John Henrys Chivalry and Local Tales
John Henry's chivalry frames a tale of a broker attack told in a Charlestown setting. The piece blends rustic characters like John Henry Trenry and a hardworking couple, with humor about a cow sale and the town’s cautious lawfulness. The Suspense That Kills adds frontier style dialogue.
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John Henry
Thomas W. Lavison
Charlestown
John Trenry
Mi O Na Tablet Health Claim Ad
Summer advice promotes Mi O Na tablets for indigestion headaches and fatigue. Claim cites outdoor activity fruit and berry diet aiding digestion and promises health restoration after a few days use with the Mi O Na guarantee from Asi Scallin Bros.
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FE Mitchell
GW. Downey
Itor
Official
Ius Uaken
Quomica
Iowa
Iona
Christ
John Ienry
Tenderfoot
Cactus Cal
CN. Vogus&Son’s
Miona
Asi Scallin Bros
Scalium Bros
Metropolitan Commercial College
Hennepen Avenue
Minneapolis
Minn
Boxrud Block
Redwing
Northwest
G. M. Langum
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