Tokio Mission Scene Shows Many Faces of Faith
An American observer in Tokio describes a city of 1.5 million where Christianity exists in many forms. He notes Catholic cathedrals, leper care, rescue efforts, Bible classes, and diverse missions across hospitals schools and social work, led by figures like Bishop Nicolai and Miss Youngman, with English learning driving evangelism and community programs flourishing amid a complex religious landscape.
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Nicolai
Japan
Tokio
Gotemba
Kumamoto
Miss Youngman
East
Miss Riddell
Philadelphia
Chicago
Boston
Salvation Army
Young Woman's Christian Association
Osaka
St. Luke's Hospital
Rch
Europe
Aseball
Biter
Vyu
U.¢ Christian
lugeSeon
Young College Y. M. C. A
Nerica
America
Waseda University
Pacific Coast
F. Merrifield
University of Chicago
Merrifield
Waseda
Kodomo
Young Men’s Christian Association
Joseph B. Bowles
Delicious Use of Jelly Adds Flavor to Baked Apples
A tip suggests using leftover jam or jelly by placing a teaspoonful into each apple core before baking. The simple addition promises a surprising and tasty result, inspiring cooks to rethink their preparation methods.
Israel Demands a King Sermonette on Worldliness and God
A sermonette cites First Samuel eight urging vigilance against the desire to imitate surrounding nations. It warns that choosing worldly gains over God leads to discipline from God, bribe corruption, and chained sin, urging believers to seek the Holy Spirit and God’s best gifts.
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Israel
God
Christ
John
Samuel
Israel elders challenge judges over corruption in Beersheba
Elders of Israel travel from Ramah to Beersheba to confront Samuel's sons Joel and Abiah, accused of letting money influence rulings. After initial denial, proof leads to tension as the elders push for reform and ponder appointing a king to judge Israel. Samuel fears national drift away from God as the people demand a earthly ruler. A later note reports wild ducks dying from a suspected epidemic linked to sand ingestion.
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Israel
Samuel
Joel
Abiah
Beersheba
Ramah
Ablah
God
Elders of
Elders
Abijah
Abtah
IBM
Obers
Pretty feet and the pain of ill fitting shoes
The article notes that attractive high arches cause tendon tightness in the toes, making shoes fit poorly. This leads to toes turning inward, joints protruding like knuckles, and shoes rubbing. Owners suffer frequent smarting and jumping pains, often needing chiropody.
Comfortless Furnishing and the Cozy Room Dilemma
An observation from London highlights a shift in interior taste. Furnishings are stylish and well chosen, yet few rooms feel truly cosy or homely, leaving many occupants unsettled despite the elegance on display.
Dyer Jason Palmer Named Iowa G A R Commander
Washington's Colonel Palmer named next commander of the Iowa G A R after regional encampment. Sioux City and Fort Dodge active in events with officers elected for both G A R and Ladies auxiliary. Campfires by GA A R and veterans groups featured speeches praising old soldiers and women’s sacrifices.
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Iowa
Dubuque
Col. de J. Palmer
Washington
G. A. R. Cedler
Rabids
Sioux City
Fort, Dodge
A. R
Pa Mer
Washin
Pon
L. M. Langstay
Dutbuque
A. L. Frisble
Des Moines
H. H. Clark
McGregon
Hugh Pickett
Jadines
Wick
Bowie
John
Oelwein
T. K. Bickly
G. W. Evans
Wyoming
Delegle
Grenii M
Polk County Sunday school convention aims to boost enrollment
In Des Moines Polk County holds its thirty-ninth annual Sunday school convention. A movement seeks to raise county school enrollment by 4 900 with 13 210 already enrolled. University Place Church leads with 1 000. Ankeny Congregational and Central Christian churches show strong home department activity.
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Des Moines
Polk County
University Place
Chief Des Moines
Highland Park
Ction
Ankeny
Grand Juror A Adelman Attacked by George Bane in Des Moines
A Adelman of East Court, grand juror in a disorderly house case against George Bane, was assaulted Thursday evening on West Court. Bane attacked Adelman, striking him in the mouth, knocking him down and kicking him. no further charges filed yet.
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A. Adelman
George Bane
Des Moines
East
West Court
Adelman
Bane
Con
Congressman Birdsell Stricken With Pneumonia Illness
Congressman Benjamin Birdsell of Iowa's Third district suffers a pneumonia attack at his home. He has been confined for weeks and is in serious condition and very weak. He could not attend the encampment at Dubuque where he was slated to speak.
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Birdsell
Clarion
Benjamin Birdsell
Third
Dubuque
Memorial Posts Presented by University Seniors
In Iowa City two large ornate posts were presented to the state by the University of Iowa class of 1907. L L Williams of Iowa Falls gave the presentation, with Dr Samuel Calvin delivering the response. The posts will adorn the gateway at the east entrance to the campus leading to the old capitol.
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Iowa City
University, of Iowa
L.L. Williams
Iowa Falls
Samuel Calvin
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Chris
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Tolio
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Edward
Neve
Dkan
London
Ladies’ Pictorial
Palmer
W. A
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TO -Assail
Urick
Keokuk
Des Moi
Totepee
Ana
Waen
Des Mines
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King ‘H. Streif
Clinton
Oskaloosa
Federation
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