Betty's Answer to Ben Finney on the Plains
Ben Finney pursues Betty Dangerfield amid rain and scorn from her father Dangerfield. A hopeful confession is interrupted by a revelation Betty seeks his aid for a troubling reason after a dramatic chase across the stormy plain.
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Betty
Ben Finney
Mr. Finney
Ben
Dangerfield Domain
Wah Ching
Tim
Great West
Chicago
Plains
Che
Betty Dangerfield
Betty Dangerfold
Betrothed Hearts Amid Rain and Te Attracts
Betty confesses love to Ben after a tense confrontation about a proposed marriage. Ben fears Betty’s affection for another man Captain Bentty is nearby, but Betty confirms her love for Ben and they embrace as rain clears. The couple resolve to face future uncertainties together.
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Betty
Ben
Goose
Bentty
Daddy
Eskimo Dinner Drama Reflects Native Charity
In Dr. Hutton’s Among the Eskimos of Labrador a dinner scene shows Apkik, a sick village youth, entering a floor feast where raw seal meat is shared. The host John explains the custom: no poor man goes hungry when food is present, and Apkik is welcome despite illness.
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8S. K. Hutton
Labrador
Aksuse
Apkik
John
Prussian Sausage Genius Makes World Famous Wurst
A Prussian chemist trained trader in Westphalia created an original sausage from pork veal olives pepper fennel wine cheese apples cinnamon and herrings roe. His unusual product, dubbed the worst, became highly profitable through sale.
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Westphalia
Prussia
Germany
Berlin
Cor
New York
Sun
A Rainbow Kiss Appears in Yonkers Statesman Dialogue
A brief exchange questions a rainbow kiss described as one that follows a storm cited by Yonkers Statesman. The dialogue features Eigbert asking what a rainbow kiss is and Bacon-I answering with the definition.
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Eigbert
Yonkers Statesman
Monticello Board of Education Special Session
The Monticello board of education met in special session with W F Rohn A M Maurice L W Lovell and AO D Chase present. Bills were approved including School House Fund contract with J E H Burns for 1000 dollars and D Slauson labor for 237.35 dollars. The board adjourned.
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Monticello
Board of Education
W.F. Rohn
A. M. Maurice
L. W Lovell
AO. D. Chase
School House Fund
EH Burns
Slauson
D. Chase
Monticello Triumphs Over Mt Vernon In Lopsided Win
Mt Vernon Hawkeye suffered a 10-0 defeat in seven innings at Anamosa against Monticello. Errors in the first inning, missing infielders, late readiness, and an inconsistent umpire contributed to the rout. The locals hope for a rematch on fair terms to even the score.
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Monticello
Mt. Vernon Hawkeye
Anamosa
Davis
Newt
Mt. Vernon
Hinkley
Hunt
Quaker Woman Traveled Iowa in 1858 Describes Habits
English Quaker Sarah Lindsey and her husband toured Iowa in 1858. She noted ruddy soil and barefoot boys, mixed meals and ragged workers treated with respect, and the strong independence among classes. She also commented on wages for poorer girls and their limited service work.
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Sarah Lindsey
Iowa
Iowa Journal of History and Politica
State Historical Society of
No blue sky law advised for investments and bank help urged
The Cedar Rapids Republican cautions legislators may push a blue sky law and urges avoiding unvetted stocks. It advises consulting a banker, opening a savings account to gain access to banking guidance, and buying stocks rated good as loan collateral. The note also mentions Margaret Peters and Harriet Lubben visiting Yellowstone and Denver, four high grade autos sold by C D Chase, Ben Roberta visiting from Rock Springs, and the county supervisors' session next Monday at the county seat.
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Cedar Rapids
Blessed are the defeated candidates who move on
A Des Moines Tribune item notes that defeated candidates recover quickly from losing, avoiding long drama and keeping friends and public interest steady. The piece casts light on political resilience and community reactions after elections.
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Des Moines Tribune
Public notice for Welch estate in Jones County Iowa
Administratrix and Administrator of the estate of W M Welch deceased are appointed by the District Court of Jones County Iowa. Creditors must file sworn claims with the Clerk within the legal time and debtors should pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa July 9 1914.
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District Court
Jones County
Iowa
W. M Welch
Petrzonos
Anamosa
State of
John Aiken Schaefer
A. D
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Baldwin
Harriet Lubben
Castle Grove
Yellowstone Park
Denver
C. D. Chase
Ben Roberta
Rock Springs
Wyoming
Dr. Hefner
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Zephyr
L. G. Stuhler
HE. M. Byers
South Dakota
J. A. Voorhees
Filmore
Cascade
Augusta Zacher
W. W. Rhodes
L. R, Jacobs
Kansas City
George
Welch
Verdon O. Welch
Christian H. Schaefer
Herman J. Schalper
J. W. Doxser
H.M. Reaury
James Rumley
Remley & Remley
Attorneys AT Law
Anamona
Main Street
Willangage
DR. A.M
Maurice D. S
Chiropractic Monticello State Bank
Wyhursday
Garnavilla St
L. A. Beaver
D.C
E. G. Rawson
Onslow, Iowa
Reapers
Plymouth
Deering
Arend Balster, Jr
Scotch Grove
Jimbo
Ricklefs & McNeill
Cross Hardware Co
Harry E. Netcott
Independence, Iowa
J. E. Bateman
Mayer
Mayr
Geo. H. Mayr
Mfg
Whiting St
Ill
W. W. Stickford
Man Curee
P. B. Counterman
Joplin
Chamberlain
Accep
Kettlitz & Kay
GF. Rillinger
H. C. Bohlken
Feenores
Zores
ALBO
Whittemore Bros. & CO
Albany Street
Cambridge
Mass
Hotel Cumberland
Broadway
54Th Street
Stimson
Hotel Imperial
Horse Hospital
George Albery
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