Prediction of Chicago’s Decline by 2315 AD in World Shift
A University of Chicago professor foresees Chicago dwindling or becoming deserted by about 2315 as coal power fades. The Minneapolis Journal notes cities will move toward water and hydroelectric power, with Minneapolis, New York, and Chicago viewed in contrast to looming global shifts in manufacturing and population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Tolnas America
University of Chicago
Minneapolis Journal
Niagara
Victoria
Minneapolis
Sweden
Norway
Switzerland
Scottish Highlands
Lhe
Himalayas
Jotland
New York
Chaszee
Tunis
Moscow
Towa
Davenport
Mooseatie
Keokuk
Reminiscences of Long Ago in Local Notices
A fragmented reminiscence column recounts fifty years ago events with attendees and welcomes. Mentions Cox and FP passing through on a train, greeted by a large local assembly, and echoes of weather and social scenes. References include Mrs. George Lefingwell, Alt. Sawyer’s art class, Miss Lon Magoa, and Edna Francis arriving from Mount Vernon for the summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C and FP
Alt. Sawyer
Lon Magoa
Fort Scott
Kansas
Irs
George
Geneva
Sland
Burlington
Farmer and drummer clash over a patent idea
Tilson refuses to share Jane with Zeke but the drummer persuades him to sign a patent agreement for a simple gate contrivance. Zeke quits digging to pursue the deal. The idea proves valuable as the drummer secures a two thousand dollar patent fee and plans to buy adjacent land, prompting Tilson to seek a quiet life with Jane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zeke
Taan
Ald Tillson
Pillson
Tilson
Sison
Pat Schold
Grammer
Inventora
Bere
Inter Tilsen
Aeke
Tillson
Lila
New
Mar
Tillaon
Trtlsen
Dickson
Jane
Murr
McClure
Syradica
Lime Treatment in Tuberculosis Promises Healing Claims
An 1744 medical journal excerpt extols a lime based remedy for pulmonary tuberculosis, claiming systemic, long term use dissolves bacilli and heals lungs. It lauds Eckman’s Alterative, notes calcium’s role, and advertises purchase through Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smurican
Asiade
Eckman
Franz
Orter
Eckman Laboraory
Philadelphia
Sidelights on War Fund Reaches $25 631 000 and No-Conscription Fellowship Formed
The Prince of Wales Fund total reaches 25 631 000 with several distributions for soldier and civilian relief. Also reported is the No-Conscription Fellowship formed to oppose compulsory military service, led by Independent Labour Party officials, aiming to resist enlistment through conscientious objection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane
Eld Tilson
Prince OF Wales Fund
London
Dané
Great Britain
Red Cross
Paris Reads More Books Than Last Year Before War
Paris reports a rise in library usage with first four months of the year showing over 13 900 more books borrowed than in 1914. Interest shifts to science and history. demand for works on Russia England Serbia Bulgaria and Italy is high with long waiting lists. Son of Bunau-Varilla is mentioned for his bold aviation achievements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Italy
Rusgia
England
Serie
Selgluor
Wilton Happenings and Visits Across Town
Wilton hosts a busy midweek scene as residents and visitors旅traverse from Davenport to Muscatine and beyond. Local church groups meet with multiple hostesses, and residents travel to Iowa City and Princeton for family and social visits, with several members and friends listed among the attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilton
M. P.kirkpatrick
Inwa City
W. I. Warner
Davenport
Marr Smith
Mayoma
Esther
West Livery
LC. Kiser
Gercies
Lowa City
Ailss
Dorothy Johnson
Princeton
Nour
L. N. Ayres
Faye Ayres
Johnsom
James Chasteen
Muscatine
Kate McNulty
Durant
P. H. Austin
Centervith
Roy Hawk
Trussell Fent
Presbyterian Church
Nancy Plitt
Henry Wilda
Local social notes and visitors in Nichols area
Nichols Iowa June events list visitors and residents hospitality highlights. Names include Miriam Richter Florence McDonald Agathe Healey Esther Borgstadt and Healey family. Church service notes cleric H F Gilbert infant baptism and children’s day program plans. graduates listed with families accompanying.
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Maccadine
William Baker
Joe Gunderson
Fred Thomas
Cnenville
W.H. Elder
Frank
West Liberty
G. B. Graham
Harold and
Evyereur
Alica Guthrig
Lone Tree
Gertrude Kirchner
Charlie Nadine
Tere
H. F. Gilbert
Methodist Episcopal Church
Suoday
Mgr
Evan Car
Eda Wilson
Downey
Christ In Church
Martie Nolan
Charlotte Kurchner
Wille Kirchner
Nolan
Robert
Townie Nichols
Ann and
Bennie
J. W. Rummels
Helen
Clementine Meyers
H. J. Brown
Luva
Murphy
Nellie
F. W. Hummel
Mildred
John Stephens
Mildred Hummel
Nellie Murphy
Mary Stephens
Mize Geirane Smith
Marie Christopherson
Lava Brown
Ethel Chown
Earnest Kirchner
Loyde Shaupon
Robert Nolan
Eliza Band Ice Cream Supper At The Ball
The Eliza band will host an ice cream supper at the ball Saturday evening. June date appears as 2141 in OCR and may be misread. Music will be provided by the boys for attendees to enjoy and dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inne
Eliza
Crowded Scene Reflects Public Support for Local Arts
A large crowd gathered amid celebrations as patrons praise lessons and performances. Gtella and Geneve McDonald visited relatives in Aledo, then Monmouth to see Annc Ek lim Bishop, while Dr McKelveyn in Moline was a stop for Anker Muchow’s schooling trip. Measles illness kept a student home, and families, cars, and social visits marked a quiet, community week.
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Mobiey Gtella
Geneve
Della Barlett
Lou Mardank
John Woodward
Arr Bear
Omer Bear
Henry Tolle
Frank Smith
J. . Smith
Carrie Besley
E. J. Essley
Chiegge
Conesville News Sketches and Local Happenings
Airen McCurdy returns from Missouri with remarks on local land values and corn yields. Tilghmay Wehr plans a six week trip to Seattle and San Francisco via Panama. School board hires teachers including E B Meek and Buna Beshears. band concert scheduled. several residents visit relatives. local church meeting notes conclude with a brief surgery ad.
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ConesviLle
aAiren McCurdy
Marnhing
Daniel
Catawispa
Wateh
St. Lonia
Sunsea
Mise Bertiste-Curdy
Timothy
Jenith
Tilghmay Wehr
Seattle
Washington
San Francisco
California
Panama
Mira
Weltz
al Huntington
Los Altos
Santa Clara Cowry
Fay Gay
Iowa City
S. Af. J. Com Mencement
Eastern Stars
Vui
Orons Township
Rc, Chown
J.H. Krider
W. J. Mc Kee
F. B. Gay
EB. Li Meek
Dee Moines
Priviou
Chelsa
Tribvipal
Chessa
Des Moines West
Buna V. Beshears
Zion M. Tils
Valpara University
Valparaiso
Indiana
Ss Beshears
Beulah Geshgars
Nicholls
A. Rowell
Eva Jones
Ruth ‘Iiller
Port Allen
Brockway
Genrgs
Winfield
Neva Crist
Matel Miller
Mascatine Mongar
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the Journal BY Journal Printing CO
DR. Throop
L. P. Loomis
The
Associated Press
J. P. Walton
Gars Trinity
Clem
George Lefingwell
Clinton le Viesting
Str
Champagne
Monsieur Bunau-Varilla
Bunau-Varilla
Mays Eitinné Bunau- Varilla
Philippe Bunan ¥Va
Milit
Red Man's Island
Hattie Bacon
Sarah Showers
Prymoyer
Alys. Osmers
Thunder Butte
B. Ayres
Osmers
Alaska
Thomas Raynor
Sheldon-Jackson
Clara Dodge
King's Highway
W. D. Harris
Mra
A. Maurer
Harewin
J. W. Miller
G. W. Bannick
Emma Miller
Atalissa
W. R. Reid
William Hares
Rome
Meland
J. L
N. T. Club
K. J. McAuley
Harriet
Neil
Bennett
Louis Krebs
Women's Home
Soof
M. E. Church
John Spaulding
Mie
Caichlon Gm
Mia Morgan
Ios
Neva
Z. E. Graemer
Eva Church
Evelyn
Chica
Hber
Jennie Baker
Church
Wm. Reeder
Randall Tipton
Wat
F. Cottin
Marie Jean
J. A. Dowell
George Bird
East Third Street
George Tipton
Raymond
Iowa
J. F. Coffin
J. B Coffin
Clarence
James Smith
Columbus Junction
Kansas City
Lena Cowan
John Bebb
A. F. Behn
Nichols
Gilbert
M.ef
Will Mexwell
Br. Norton
Adrt
Jabe Mertiniz
Nobidtey
Bosko Harper
Th’ Central House
Alita
Bostonian
Imperial
B. Schmidt & Shoe Stores
Chestnut Street
Harry Kern
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