Extra Session Ends Amid Mixed Reviews and Bank Robbery Saga
Des Moines reports the extra state legislature session adjourned with Speaker Byers praising the work and noting substantial tax savings. Pinkerton detectives tie a Feb 1 Eldon Bradley bank robbery to City Marshal Stevens and Dick Dodd, with details of the conspirators and profits. The dairy commissioner reports butter shipments totaling 80,039,916 pounds after waste deductions, and notes Hardin County dog tax impacts and crop storage concerns.
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Wild Rose Declared Iowa State Official Flower
Maj. S H M Byers authorized Iowa to adopt the wild rose as the official state flower. He also wrote The Rose of Iowa and plans set it to music as a state song read to the senate. The poem honors Iowa’s history and urges citizens to wear the emblem on their shield.
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Karl Volger Awaiting Extradition to Prussia
Karl Volger in Neo kuk jail awaiting extradition to Sieverhausen Hanover on arson charges. He is described as a disinherited son whose father left the homestead to Wilhelm. Suspected after estate fires, he fled to Muscatine then Coppock and was arrested under a German consul warrant in Chicago.
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Wedding Trip Postponed Amidst Arrest and Legal Hurdles
A Kansas woman traveled to Sioux City to wed John Nelson but he was arrested before the ceremony for stealing 424 in cash and promissory papers. The victim was Nelson's roommate Sherman Given. mercy led to a petty larceny charge and a brief jail stay. The couple plans to marry on his release.
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Ways to Beautify the Windows of the Soul Eyes
An article offers eye care tips from the Chicago Tribune. It covers eyebrow greasing with vaseline to shape brows, eyelash growth by brushing upward, and trimming tips for children. It recommends rose water washes for irritated lids, elderflower for tired eyes, and a homemade soothing mix with soft water salt and brandy. It also advises lighting and rest practices to preserve eye brightness and notes digestion affects eye whiteness.
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Chicago Tribune
Toilet Necessity Combing Towel Described
A combing towel is shown folded to form a neck opening with a hood fastened by a ribbon bow. The top edges are tucked and buttonholed with fine embroidery or Maltese lace trims. Feather stitching or drawn work add the finishing touch.
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Edith Chester
Perfumed Flannels for Drawer Scent and College Women Facts
Dainty scented flannels are sold by the yard for drawer use with buttonholed edges and a lingering perfume. A Chicago Chronicle survey finds college women: 169 teachers 47 librarians 22 nurses 19 journalists 19 clerks, others in various posts. most report lower pay than men for similar work.
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Chicago Chronicle
Barley Water for Fever Remedies Cited
Barley water is recommended for fever inflammation thirst coughs and colds. Rinse a quarter pound of barley drain and boil in hot water then strain. Add two quarts fresh water boil an hour and strain again. Some like a lemon peel boil with it and sweeten to taste.
It Is Love That Drives The World They Say
A witty exchange from Brooklyn Life notes a bright phrase about love and a blunt quip about age and whisky. The dialogue contrasts romance with everyday practicality.
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Brooklyn
Build a couch from sugar barrels with rails and secure joints
Instructions describe converting three sugar barrels into a couch by joining end barrels first then middle, adding side rails, securing heads and bottoms with nails and screws, attaching two rails, and adding a 30 inch wide platform atop the barrels to prevent tipping.
Sugar Barrel Couch From Household Craft Notes
A six foot six inch couch built from sugar barrels and matched boards forms a sturdy platform. Rails prevent tipping, a sloped end. old hair mattress ties to the top. cretonne or denim cover is tacked around. a gathered flounce with gimp trim finishes the edge.
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N. Y
Simple Health Hints On Hygiene And Dress In School
A collection of practical health tips notes that fruit skins are not part of the edible flesh and must be washed, outlines cold weather protection for the neck abdomen and shins, and suggests using roasted coffee as a disinfectant. It also records a school headmistress advising light outdoor garments and simple daily wear for girls to preserve refinement and comfort.
Cleaning Tips for Paper and Book Covers
Household guidance describes methods to remove grease with blotting paper and iron, clean vellum with soap and water, and use lemon salts for heavy soiling. Ink stains are treated by brief immersion in ona lic acid solution followed by cold water, then a size bath to restore paper consistency.
Song Birds and Suffrage Debate Sparks Hatting Plague
A 1900s style letter cites mass bird killings for hats, noting 500000 song birds, 40000 terns, and 1000000 bobolinks slain in various states. It asks if such cruelty justifies denying women the vote, citing a Brooklyn magazine’s provocative question.
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Cape Cod
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Florida
Brooklyn
N. Y
Magle
Scientist President Barnaby Recovers After Pink Pills
Hartsville College President Alvin Barnaby credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with his recovery from long illness and nervous trouble. He describes years of health setbacks, prostration, and eventual complete cure after six boxes, with a notarized affidavit supporting his statement. Pills sold by dealers or sent postpaid from Schenectady New York.
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THNNESSHD CENTENNIAL Exposition A Century of Tennessee Admission Celebrate
The Exposition marks Tennessee’s hundredth year admission with vast buildings and diverse exhibits surpassing prior fairs. Located on the Louisville & Nashville line, it draws travelers with low rates and wide attractions. contact Mr. Co. VP. Atmore for details. The Chicago Record notes humorous quip about Imogene Duggins.
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Tennessee
Union
Louisville & Nashville
Co. VP
Atmore
Gent Pass
Louisville
Sure Deverance and Stomach Bitters End Liver Ailment
A opinionated excerpt touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a powerful anti bilious remedy. It claims rapid relief from bilious symptoms like liver discomfort headaches nausea constipation and skin issues by strengthening digestion and secretions. The piece references a Washington Democrat quote about people who boast of their own troubles.
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Washington Democrat
Gondomin Doo Musical Comedy At McVicker's Chicago
Curtis follows Shore Actos with Tordon's success at one musical comedy under the management of David Henderson. Lecturer notes the world history moving in cycles. Sprocket questions and an American paper advertises Casernet laxative and a train siding notion.
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MLB
Curtis
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North American
Teachers Offer Guided Mountain and Seashore Tour
A group of teachers and friends from Chicago will depart Monday July 12 for a guided itinerary spanning White Sulphur Springs Natural Bridge Caverns of Luray University of Virginia Charlottesville Williamsburg William and Mary Old Point Comfort Fortress Monroe and other sites. Vacation rates start at 85 per week with board and descriptive pamphlets available. Travel arranged by Big Four Route 234 Clark Street Chicago.
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Ocean and Rail Route Via Chesapeake and Ohio Big Four
A fragmentary advertisement type notice from the Washington Democrat describes travel routes along the Blue Ridge and Alleghanies to seashore resorts and mentions the Chesapeake and Ohio Big Four line with promotional pamphlets from 2384 Clark St Chicago.
No-To-Bae Regulates Desire for Tobacco
Over 100000 cured. No-To-Bae promises regulation or removal of tobacco desire with guaranteed cure. Coupons show low prices and drugstore availability. Piso’s Cure for Cank or Cough cited by readers in Baltimore and other places. St Jacobs Oil offered for rheumatism.
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