Seaside romance and a rescue save Murray Lan through a Tribune scoop
Murray Lanigarth writes a beach story that backfires as June Thompson saves him in a rescue at the dock. The Tribune prints a full account the next day, and Jane Langarth’s father threatens trouble until Murray’s father figure helps secure a better post for him. June supports him as they face a skeptical town and a larger paper backing their future.
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Murray Lanigarth
Murray
June Thompson
Opin
Jane
Khey
June
Meas
the Tribune
War Sheet
Mac
Thompson
Tribune
Diddy
The
Journal
Remarkable Repair Ship in Queenstown Harbor
A 5000-ton floating machine shop at Queenstown served American destroyers and chasers in British waters. It functioned as a foundry store and repair unit capable of all repairs short of drydock work. Its bakery fed crews with long crusted loaves and it hosted a lavish birthday wake for Admiral Sims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queenstown
Admiral Sims
Boone's Flintlock Rifle Returns To Display In Wisconsin
A historic flintlock rifle once carried by Daniel Boone was acquired by Mr. Rafter after moving from Mississippi to Wisconsin. The instrument, a 46 inch 45 caliber long rifle with silver patchbox, bears carved initials D B and notches meaning “one good Indian,” and a boar tusk on the butt. It arrived damaged but repaired and is on public exhibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Boone
Boone
Kentucky
Wisconsin
Rafter
Mississippi
Tennessee
Boon
D. B
Endless Chain Not Mystical in Pneumonia Treatment
Dr. Charles R. Humbert argues in the Medical Record that lacking serums for influenza and pneumonia, physicians relied on convalescent serum. Blood from recovering patients is drawn to produce serum used for new pneumonia cases, then repeated as patients improve, creating an endless chain of treatment.
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Charles R. Humbert
Apples Promote Digestion And Health Claims
Apples are described as useful for nervous dyspepsia and digestion, nutritious and medicinal, vitalizing the body. They are said to aid digestion, clear the voice, correct stomach acidity, and help rheumatism insomnia and liver troubles.
German delegates face humiliating terms at peace conference
The Lincoln Journal notes that even a stubborn Frenchman should be content with the German delegates' humiliation. They will sign the treaty in the building where William I was crowned, be treated nearly as prisoners, and remain restricted from leaving for Paris for safety concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Journal
William I
Paris
Remembering War Honor Button Here for All Veterans
A bronze lapel button resembling G A R Veterans wear will be issued as the honorable discharge emblem by the United States War Department to all World War I veterans. The government will distribute the buttons free of charge. The design was selected by the Commission of Fine Arts after a competition among American artists and sculptors.
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United States War Department
Commission of Fine Arts
Iowa Stands Fifth in War Savings per Capita and Aggregate
Nebraska posted wartime savings with sales totaling 27,450,000 dollars and per capita 21.18 dollars, leading per capita among states. Ohio recorded 86,244.00 dollars in aggregate sales and 16.39 per capita, ranking first in volume but second in per capita. South Dakota ranked third per capita, followed by the District of Columbia and Iowa.
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Nebraska
Ohio
South Dakota
District of Columbia
Iowa
Iowa road law battle shapes future years
In the next two or three weeks the legislature must craft a workable good roads bill. Lawmakers will then return home with a sense of purpose rather than debate over Rathbun pardon or Allen efficiency cases, having a chance to do something meaningful for Iowa roads.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Rathbun
Allen
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted by Physicians
A historical advertisement explains catarrh as a blood system issue not cured by local applications. It advocates Hall's Catarrh Medicine taken internally to target mucous surfaces via the bloodstream. Promoter F. J. Cheney & Co. claims physician backing and offers testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
Poor Woman Sacrifices for Mayr's Remedy
A working woman describes years of digestive woes and failed medical care before trying Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. She reports relief from catarrhal mucus and intestinal inflammation including appendicitis, noting one dose convinces and money is refunded. W. W. Stickford and druggists promote the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayr
W. W. Stickford
Notice in District Court of Iowa Jones County
In Jones County Iowa a June term case William Hansen sues Ruth Powell and Arthur Powell for 440 dollars with 6 percent interest from March 1 1917 for property delivered to Arthur Powell and converted by Ruth Powell. If defendants fail to answer by June 2 1919 default and judgment will be entered against them and garnishee. Attorneys for plaintiff D S Ward listed.
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District Court of the State of
Iowa
Jones County
William Hansen
Ruth Powell
Arthur Powell
District Court
D. S. Ward
Martha Leggett
Ruth Powall
Probate Notice for Jacob Rohr Will in Jones County IA
District Court in Jones County Iowa announces March 31 1919 as the final probate date for the late Jacob Rohr last will and testament. Interested parties may appear at the March term to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Doxsee Doxsee attorneys represent the estate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Iowa
Jones County
Jacob Rohr
Administrator Notice for Benedict Stiffler Estate
The District Court of Jones County Iowa appoints Fred Schneiter as administrator of Benedict Stiffler deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and debtors should pay the administrator promptly to avoid costs. Dated March 10 1979 at Anamosa Iowa.
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District Court
Jones County
State of
Iowa
Benedict Stiffler
Anamosa
Towa
A. D
Fred Schneiter
V. O. Welch
Estate of F. H. Fagin Administratrix Notice
Commissioned by the District Court of Jones county Iowa administratrix Irma Fagan calls all claimants against the estate of F H Fagin to file sworn claims with the clerk or prove and allow them. Creditors must pay promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa March 4 1919. Irma Fagan Administratrix. Wm. O. Welch attorney for estate.
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District Court
Jones County
F. H. Fagin
Anamosa
Iowa
A. D
August Flower for Digestive Ailments and Liver Regulation
Green's August Flower is touted as a remedy for disordered stomachs and inactive liver causing headaches constipation sour stomach nervous indigestion and gas. It acts as a gentle laxative, cleans the alimentary canal and prompts the liver to secrete bile and purify the blood. Sold by W. W. Stickford.
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W. W. Stickford
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Langarth
Eegyright
Dic Clare Newsy
Waikiki
Cte
Universal Tractor
Burrichter’s
Paige
Oakland
Willys
Moline Universal Tractor
Otto Burrichter
Doxsee
Plaintife
A. A. Clarke
Jones Co
Attorneys
Irma Fagan
Wv. O. Welch
Istate
Green
B. A. Thomas
Geo. Stuhler’s Sons Co
J. E. Bateman
Monticello
Gseiten
Goodrich
Akron
Bird
Pelican
Silvertown
Silvertowns
Goodrich Tires
Swift & Company
U.S. A
Wolf
L. H. Lang
Co. W
Insurance and Real Estate
Notary
Lovell Bank Building
George J. Wenzlick
W.W. A. Mirick
Horse Hospital
George Albery
Cedar Street
First Street
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