Facts Worth Remembering Chronicle
A collection of miscellany notes covers travels, science, and history. Facts include Mauretania’s swift 1909 New York to Queens town run, the 72 inch Canadian telescope, the N G 4 seaplane, Columbus and Savannah cross Atlantic feats, Carnegie’s philanthropy, the Simplon tunnel length, and varied measurements and dates.
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New York
Queenstown
Little Snaitch Hill
Victoria B. C
Atlantic Ocean
N. G.4
A. C. Read
U. S S. Navy
Christopher Columbus
Savannah
Liverpool
Andrew Carnegie
Simplon
Alps
Ballarat
Dunolly
Victoria
Oliver Martin
California
Martin
Atlantic
O'’Ryan
Names and spellings of fighters in War Risk Insurance files
Bureau records list over 4.5 million insured soldiers and 53 200 Johnsons among top surnames with variants like John ston and Johnstone. Smiths 51 950 Browns 48 000 Williams 47 000 and Johnsons show 2 138 christened John and 2 062 William Johnson.
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Bureau of War Risk Insurance
Washington, D. C
Johnsons
Bureau
Johnston
Johnstone
Smiths
Browns
Williams
Joneses
Andersons
Walkers
John
William Johnson
Smith
William
John Brown
Willie Williams
William Williams
John Andersons
Carl
Charles
John J. O’brien
Mary A
John J. O'Brien
Mary A. O’brien
George Washingtons
Domingo
Francisco
Jose
Juan
Ramon
Tomas
Antonio
Uncle Sam
Aloysius
Ignate
Giovanni
Ian
Jac
Jack
Jackie
Jacques
Jan
Jans
Hans
Jean
Johan
Johann
Johannes
Seed corn imports blamed for corn borer threat to Iowa canning
State entomologist Dr J D Ball warns the European corn borer could enter Iowa via seed corn from New England. Quarantines already restrict corn imports in several states, with Iowa preparing similar rules. Canners seek on the ear seed to ensure quality while preventing pest introduction that could cripple Iowa’s sweet corn canning, which accounts for 25 percent of the state's total.
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Iowa
J. 2D. Ball
New England
Massachusetts
Connecticut
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Hlinois
Ball
Towa
Hog Housing and Ventilation Key to Prevent Swine Illness
I W Stouder of Iowa City College argues that swine illness stems from poor housing rather than a specific germ. Emphasizing ventilation and bedding, he notes hogs’ sensitivity to cold air and recommends ventilated overhangs and floor-level shafts to warm incoming air, while open sheds and bedding protect against outbreaks.
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I. W. Stouder
Iowa City College
Where Hoover Stands
The Hartford Courant recalls a 1918-19 crisis when Woodrow Wilson urged election of a Democratic Congress to end the war. It notes Herbert Hoover, then without office, urged voting for the Democratic ticket, implying his political stance then.
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Hartford Courant
Hoover
Woodrow Wilson
Notice of Final Reports for Jones County Estates
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in the estates listed have been filed in the Jones County District Court clerk's office. The February 16 1920 final hearing and approval date is set at Amamosa Iowa with A A Clarke clerk presiding. The report for Marilla Carlson administratrix of Albert J Carlson deceased is included.
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District Court
Jones County
Marilla Carlson
Albert J. Carlson
Amamosa
A. A. Clarke
Jones Co
Administrator's Notice for J H Lubben estate
The district court of Jones county Iowa appoints Harrison Lubben as administrator of the estate of J H Lubben decedent. Creditors must file claims with the court clerk sworn and timely and debtors must pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Annamosa Iowa January 29 1920.
Notice of Probate of Will in Jones County Iowa
District Court in Jones County Iowa opens probate for Cecil W. Hosford last will. The court fixes February 9 1920 for proof and admission of the will. Interested parties may appear to show cause why probate should not be granted. Dated January 8 1920. A A Clarke Clerk. Doxsee and Doxsee attorneys for petitioners.
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Jones County
Iowa
Cecil W. Hosford
Said County
A.A. Clarke
Jones,Co
Doxsee
Pavatin
Administratrix Notice for Abbie Pierce Estate in Iowa
In Jones county Iowa administratrix Mildred Pierce of the Abbie Pierce estate asks all creditors and claimants to present probated or allowed claims for payment. Dated January 15 1920 at Strobe Iowa. Doxsee Doxsee attorneys for the administratrix.
Executor's Notice in Jones County Iowa Estate
Public notice that Nozina Bronemann's estate has an appointed executor, O I Reed, with E J Reed as attorney. Creditors must file sworn claims with the clerk of the District Court within legal time, and debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa January 26 1920.
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District Court
Jones County
Trowse
J. H. Lubben
Annamosa
Iowa
Harrison Lubben
Feoxsee & Kuxses
State of
Nozina Bronemann
Anamosa
A. D
O. I. Reed
E. J. Reed
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promises Cures and Reward
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a blood based remedy for catarrh claiming it strengthens health and aids nature. A $100 reward is offered for any case not cured, with Druggists named and testimonials available from J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
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Hall
Nature
J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Rats Targeting Areas Warned by Government Bulletins
Government bulletins warn rats may be spreading. RAT-SNAP bait is recommended in travel areas. Available in three sizes 2he 50c and 1.00, sold and guaranteed by A J H McNeill F J Kay and Geo Stuhler's Sons Co.
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U. S
A. J. H. McNeill
F. J. Kay
Geo. Stuhler’s
Business Man’s Stomach Smaller After Remedy
A man reports his stomach size reduced after using Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy. Doctors considered surgery before he tried the remedy, now he claims relief from distress and bloating and says he can eat foods he avoided for six years. The ad claims the product clears intestinal mucus and inflammation, with a money back guarantee. W. W. Stickford and local pharmacists sell it.
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Mayr
W. W. Stickford
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Johni
Johnie
Johnnie
Johnny
Johny
Jon
Ieather
Harry
George
Benjamin
David
Charles Owl Waltks
Isaac
Salmon
Idaho
Harry Adolph Thomas
Richard Hugene
Bullock
Abbie Pierce
Strobe
Mildred Pierce
Peal
PRUN
A. P. Donahue
Model View Farm
Hopkinton, Iowa
Monticello
Castle Grove Catholic Church
Mr. Hogan
Mr. Petersen
Hogan
Mr. Hoag
Peter Kehoe
Steve Peterson
Dan Hogan
L. Po. Waddick
Bell & Richardson
George J. Wenzlick
W. A. Mirick
Sterling
Illinois
Brad Street
Bird’s Eye
Monticello, Iowa
Cedar Rapids
City Auditorium
Walter
Col. L. P. Waddick, Auctioneer
F. F. Becker
Tecca
Velvet Joe
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