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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1916
Page
3
A 1882 Palawan incident describes tracks of a barefoot woman on a beach, a whispered “witch of the sea” by Chinese workers, a nighttime pursuit, six pistol shots, and the discovery of a severed white woman’s foot carried by sharks. The narrator buries the limb and offers no further explanation.
A young man declares a vein of poetry to the editor and seeks a chance to publish. The editor bluntly advises him to see a doctor and have it lanced for relief.
A movie manager seeks an actor to play Samson and asks if someone can wreck the temple. A baggage man with eleven years’ experience responds, signaling readiness for the task and implying he could perform the role.
Ownership summary for the weekly Monticello Express of Monticello Iowa lists J W Doxsee as editor publisher and owner with Charles A Doxsee listed in multiple roles. Notary LW Lovell certifies the document dated March 27 1910 with public commission expiring July 4 1910.
Indigestion disrupts sleep and causes insomnia. Eat a light supper with little or no meat and no milk. Take one Chamberlain's Tablet after supper and see if you rest better. For sale by Kettlitz & Kay.
In Jones county district court a petition by Charles Howard and others alleges ownership by adverse possession of described parcels in sections 10 and 15 township and requests title be quieted. Defendants Laura Mollan Herbert Mollan Ben Ballard Claude Ballard Celia McMullen and unknown claimants are warned to appear by May 2 1916 or a default and decree will be entered. Doxsee and Doxsee represent the plaintiff.
In Jones county Iowa district court William B Mohr sues multiple defendants to quiet title to the north half of the southeast quarter of Section 17 Township 84 North Range 3 West. The petition claims more than forty years possession under color of title and seeks a judicial declaration that Mohr and grantors hold the title, nullify certain tax deeds and conveyances, and bar all claims by the named defendants and unknown parties. No personal judgment is sought. a default will be entered if defendants fail to defend by May 22, 1916.
A reviewer extols a six cylinder engine balancing power with light weight and low friction. The car delivers smooth acceleration and climbs grades easily, claiming 8400 rpm performance and a remarkable drive. Touring Car or Roadster priced at $1050 in Detroit.
The District Court of Jones County Iowa appoints 384 Catherine E Maurice as Executrix of Mary M Maurice deceased. All claimants must file sworn, legal claims with the Clerk, within time. Debts should be paid promptly to the Executrix to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa March 2 1936. Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
A fragment quotes a phrase Dead Man's hill as a possible name for rising ground between the German frontier and the French trenches. The item hints at wartime nomenclature and geographic descriptors used in battlefield naming.
Iowa buyers report quick relief from stomach and digestive troubles after one dose Mayrs Wonderful Remedy claims. Testimonials from Mrs William Litzenberg Montezuma and Mrs B T Oliver Davenport praise strength gains and pain elimination with no longer term distress. The ad offers a money back guarantee and lists W W Stickford as a seller along with other druggists.
The article notes spring often worsens rheumatic pain due to cold damp weather. It recommends relief by applying Chamberlains ointment and mentions sale by Kettlitz Kay.
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