Spring Blossom and Eclectric Oil Advertisements
A dense block of 19th century ads promotes Spring Blossom for dyspepsia and diar remedies, Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for neuralgia and burns, and other tonics. Soetje & Tiarks sell dyes paints linseed oil and assorted toiletries. multiple testimonials hail product relief and urge purchases at Buffalo shops and local agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oren Catlin
Pearl Street
Buffalo N. Y
Thomas
Soetje & Tiarks
Lawn Concert and Encampment Plans Highlight Monticello Notices
The column notes a Lawn Concert at C. E. Wales' on Friday, August 6, and previews next week’s Trinity Commandery excursion to the Chicago Encampment with a published program forthcoming. It lists local shops and services, lectures by Mrs. H. D. Lake, real estate ads, and updates on Monticello events, including fairs, portraits, and a fatal embezzlement case involving Jas. F. Kilner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Commandery
Chicago
Troun- Lye
Jas. F. Kilner
Brush Commission
East
Adams Street
Criminal Court
Justice Summerfield
Hoag, Carnes & Co
Monticello
Iowa
Messrs
Hoag
Musical entertainment at CBE and local notices
The final musical entertainment of the season will be at CBE Wales next Friday evening the 6th. A printing professional seeks a foreman or paper duties in a country office. Miss Mary Marvin replaces Miss Campbell on the School Board and is praised as a capable teacher. Infant son of Mr. Samuel Byam of Monticello dies at six months. Mrs. Lake, from Clinton, speaks at Kinsella Hall on Sunday. famed for eloquence. Republicans urged to subscribe to a staunch organ. Toledo Weekly Blade offers Garfield portrait and Nasby letters. Lawny Mowroe notes lawn care trends. Monticello residents hire mowers. Joshua Garrison commended for quality service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CBE
Wales
Lake
Kinsella Hall
Clinton
Liberal Society
Toledo Weekly Blade
Garfield
Weekly Blade
Nasby
Blade Company
Personal mentions from Monticello area society column
Prof Foster and family arrived home last Tuesday. D A Payne left for Colorado for the mountain air. Mrs Fisher of Boston visits her sister Mrs Johnson and brother W F P Bingham. Mrs Agnes Guilbert of Dubuque returns home after weeks with cousin Mrs Winsor. Mrs Palmer and Miss Wright of Monticello visited Mrs D A Barton. Miss Wright, a Monticello long time teacher, called on former pupil Mrs W A Overing. Mr Bunkie returned from New York and moved to secure right of way between Monticello and Prairieburg for a road to gain tax. No opposition to the road in Monticello when Mr Runkle's plans are developed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Foster
D. A. Payne
Colorado
Monticello
Runkle
Losses by Lightning Paid Promtly by State Insurance Company
Property owners certify insurance with Des Moines based State Insurance Company and report prompt fair settlements for fire and lightning losses in Monticello. Signatories include Joan Karns Rom Sungry Hunky Apams Diunxis Sullivan and agents J Stillman and M Bell praised for sound coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Express
State Insurance Company
Des Moines
Monticello
J. Stillman
M. Bell
Joan Karns
Rom. Sungry
Hunky ApaMs
Diunxis
Acknowledgment of Insurance Adjustment for Colt Loss
Gerhard Hienns dated July 24 1880 commends the State Insurance Company of Des Moines and agents Stillman and Belt of Monticetto for promptly settling his claim after a Clydesdale colt was killed by lightning on June 27. He urges property owners to patronize the company as safe prompt and honorable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Insurance Company
Des Moines
Stillman
Belt
Monticetto
Clydesdale
Gerhard HiEns
Denver Letters Describe Travel and Living Costs in 1880
M K Barnhill writes from Denver noting a missed issue shipment, a safe arrival, and Denver’s busy scene. He comments on Rocky Mountain views, desert surroundings, and high living costs with board from seven to twenty dollars. He compares rainfall to Iowa and mentions boarding house life.
County Republican Convention at Anamosa Sets Nominating Pace
The August gathering drew delegates from most townships except Washington. Dr. M. J. Calkins presided as chairman with T. E. Booth and others as secretaries. The convention adopted credentials, set up ballots for County Clerk and other offices, and debated resolutions to choose delegates to the State and Congressional conventions, ultimately endorsing a slate and endorsing Mr. Deitz on the congressional path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cass
AL. Fairbanks
W. C. Monroe
Frank Bayley
J. 5. Condit
Carso Crane
Greenfield
John Piper
E.G. Peet
E. Tlolister
Goo, Davis
TE. Stearna
Wyoming
M. I. Calkins
M. Briggs
A. G. McGrew
A. Q. Brown
R. Somerby
Williamson
A. Sinclair
Rome
L. Easterly
T. W. Enaterly
YW. P. Forman
T. Stivers
F. Griswold
B. H. Miller
H. Derr
L. D. Bates
Richland
John Twuntoon
Geo
Brazelton
N.C. Rowley
A. Palmer
Clay
John Russell
James Lee
James McDaniel
W. FT. Chatterton
W. Tibbets
Jackson
Joseph Wood
Garvey
MG. Porter
Castle Grove
D. Starr
G. A. Gill
Win. Starr
R. J. Everhart
A. O. Ommen
Hale
T. 2
Booth
Ross Hanna
T. S. Patterson
F. M. Belknap
W. T. Shaw
C. H. Bull
J. A. Smith
C. Metcalf
A. A. Mirick
W. M. Skinner
E. Keeler
George Moore
E. M. Harvey
Washington
E. P. Kimball
Dr. McGrew
M. W. Herrick
Delegates Named At State Convention And Judicial Ballots
The convention adopted a 13 delegate slate from Fairview and listed names for Congressional and Judicial delegations. Balloting favored Stacy over McKean for circuit judge, and a county central committee was elected with M. W. Morrie as chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Yoran
A. K
Martha
W. Lathrop
J. O. Duer
O. He Bull
MC. Monroe
John Blanchard
T. EB. Booth
A. . McGrew
GP. Doltn
J. K. Pixdey
Joly Rossel
Stacy
Yoran
M. W. Herrick
J. McKean
Fairview
Mr. Herrick
Broanbraek
Tron
John McKean
McKean
John Russell
L. Schoonover
M. Briggs
CO. W. Gurney
John Taskers
Tc, Broeman
M. W. Hernick
A.M. Loomis
Jon
Davideom
A. O. Dribbetbies
Sherman
T. &. Booth
A.M. Goomis
H. M. Bentey
Monroe
Delta
TO. Dior
IL Muller
RM. Bush
Dg. Bates
OW. Coxsee
Bof
White
ML IL Calkins
Booth
Skinner
FB. Keeler
Monticeuflo Republican Caucus Nominates County Delegates
The Monticeullo township Republican caucus met at City Hall at 8 o clock. John Ditar was named chair man and W Coxsee secretary. Fourteen delegates were nominated for the County convention by acclamation, including Janes Davidson and others. A committee of three was formed to consider forming a Gariald and Arthur Club and call a meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crrvvu
Tulyot
Township
Monticeullo Wetth
City Talla
MW. Werrick
W. Gurney
Dno
O Duer
Geo
Jacobs
Warvis
Yornn
Alex
Miller
Bherman
Melletta
Khaball
Gariald Wnd Arthur Club
OG. Durer
Weaders
D. W. Dox Fea
Qahab MW
Herrick
Nouticello Township
From Scotch Grove to the Expresa on heat and cyclone notes
A local correspondent from Scotch Grove reports extreme heat and cyclone impacts in July 1880. He notes doors blown off, damaged houses, and harvest-season neglect, while census records show eighteen residents with an increase of eleven since three years prior. He urges Eastern capital to invest in Scotch Grove as a future commercial hub.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ganeva
Jupiter
Mars
Heateh
Scotch Grove
North West
New York
Mississippi Valley
Monticello Council Minutes Aug 2 1880 Refine Finances
Monticello council met with all members present except Trustee Grasmeyer. Reports cover July weighmaster receipts 11.60 and various bills approved. water use by Palmer House owner W M White for 15 per year. multiple tax levies adopted including 3 mills general, 3 mills water, 2 mills sinking fund, and specific assessments for macadam and property lots. Adjourned to Aug 23. Mayor J O Dunn. Recorder G W Hun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connell
Grasmeyer
TJ. Penk
TN. Penk
Welchmi
Bile HU
Cassady
Cee Canoe
Joseph Buller
M. Moulton
Tanue Rigby
Little & Young
Ryan
Wood
Dexter Page
Andary
J. A. Chandler
Tryon
Austin
Tilo G. W. Want
M. Guiles
BE. Bierce
L. Blatchley
T. Rovith
C. Wales
Isnt Rigby
Wales
Rigby
W. M. White
Palmer House
Yeas and Nays
JHA
Dolla
Monticello
Ordnance Vo
Monticetfo
A. Lawrence
Jno
O. Duiin
G. W. Hun
Real Estate Practice Highlight in Jones County
Ansmnons attorneys present a prepared set of Abstract Books covering all lands in Jones County. Abstracts of title are promptly furnished and real estate law is a specialized focus of their practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones County
Local lodge installs officers and social notes at Scotoun Grove
The Scotoun Grove I O O F lodge held a lively gathering last Saturday to install new officers for the ensuing term. Remarks praise the event, with visitors from Monticello, a new store arrival, and plans for community activities and Sunday school. An advertisement promotes Dr Thomas Bee Teetery and other remedies, with local retailers listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotoun Grove
John
Orr
N. G
Ei Glenn
Cribbolters
Sec
F. Lightfoot
Bec
GB. Smith
Trena
Negercat
Monticelid
Evers
Phey
J. D. Hannating
K. Lovejoy
Fetc
Tha Sehook
Adhriatiin
Anyoro
Argent
H.C. Broemont
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Otoia Paper
Jno. O. Duer & Co.’s Block
Sosife & Trarks
Calkins
Retchenbach
Kendall
F. J. Popaski
John Lorentzen
Podhaski
Sigs
Soctje & Tiarks
Shaffer
Lorentzen
Bingham
Rockford
Furr
Soetje & Tiurks
Shaffer's New Drug Store
W. HW. Proctor
W. F. Bingham
Suette & ‘Piarks
Palmer
Soetjie & Tiarks
E. H. Perkins
Creek Centre
Warren Co
N. Y
Dr.Thomas
Boetje & Tiarks
Roger Bacon
Rogers
Bucklen
Arnica Salve
Brest
Wells, Richardson & Co
Burlington VI
New England
J. Monroe Taylor
Liberty Street
Moody Bro’s
OF the
Moody Ero’s
Tlus
Scott County
Agricultural Association
Davenport
Town
Rock Island
O. 8
McOneil
Sxoneram
Towa
Garfeld and Arthur Club
City Mall
Mext
Garfield and Arthur Club
Polla
Onver
Home News
C. E. Wales
Bacher & Cos
W. L. Emyro
Congregational Church
H. D. Lake
California
Henry Chandler
James Flannagan
Linn County
Kuho’s
Peterson
Maquoketa
Forwen
Geo. Whiting
Albion
Nebraska
C. A. Whiting
Edith
F. A. Coyle
North
Cedar Street
Dubuque
Cedar Rapids
Coyle
Jones County Agricultural and Mechanical Association
Cedar Rapida
Mary Marvin
Campbell
Samuel Byam
Lawy Mowroe
Joshua Garrison
J. &. Stirman
State Insurance Company of
Monricen
M. K. Barnhill
City of
Denver
Denxven
Con
Errkiess
Rocky Mountains
Kansas Pacific
Ihavens
Tam
Lowa
BM. K. BaRxuiun
Republican County Convention
Tne Exmisa
Th. E. Booth
The
Hureka
BE. MW. Ely
Wyoming Journal
Dr. Calkins
Republican Party
Carter
Arthur
James Davidson
Central Committee
G. W. Lathrop
Oxford
Lathrop
Wm. Starr
J. T. Chapman
Chapman
Easterly
Win. Ruggles
H. C. VanDuzen
Vanduzen
T. R. Breanbrack
K. O. Peters
Anamosa
T. J. Townsend
John Q. Duer
John Tasker
Townsend
Isbell
Peters
T. E. Patterson
Greenfield Twp
C. W. Gurney
H. McKean
S. H. Clark
Geo. A. Gill
Wi. Starr
Col. Duer
Starr
Piper
Clark
Star
E. @. Peet
Mr. Starr
Vate
C.H. Lal
Resolver
Theta
Chater
J.C. Delta
Cpl
W.T. Shaw
Mr. Deltz
Anyonn
Deitz
Duits
Briggs
Congress
G.W. Lathrop
Rome Township
Col. Shaw
Khaw
Friends of the Resolution
Hfe
Farwell
AL Miller
Olin
H. D. Sherman
Mr. Sherman
Yorun
Townshitive Fairview
Balott
Cerpeneees
Dackson
Nates
Madison
Peter Eee
Monticeuflo
Republican Caucus
Council Proceedings
Thomas Bee
Wittely
Svatjo & Tir Arka
Dr. Phomad
Scotjo
JW. Bacumn & Co
Walnus
Monte Ickea
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