Maccabee Convention in Muscatine Draws Big Attendance
Des Moines reports the Iowa Knights of the Maccabees hold a two day state convention in Muscatine with about 7 900 members in the order and half as many Ladies of the Maccabees. J H Ermerins of Des Moines and P A Hawley of Marshalltown vie for state commander as delegates discuss candidates and track-rights transfer rumors in central Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Knights of the Maccabees
Iowa
J. H. Ermerins
P. A. Hawley
Marshalltown
the Savery
K. of P
Circle
Ladies of the Maccabees
Waterloo
Waverly
Muscatine
Oskaloosa
Cornell Bluffs
Hawkeye
Thies Moines
Milwaukee Officials Visit Davenport Aboard Special Train
Mil waukee officials led by G A Goodnow and H B Harling arrived in Davenport on a special two private car train from Clinton. The visit coincides with a statewide inspection by the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway executives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Davenport
Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway Company
Davenport, Rock Island & Northwestern
Clinton
G. A. Goodnow
H. B. Harling
Chicago
Council Bluffs
Omaha
Maydole's Hammer and Benson Plaster Threats
Maydole claims to make the best hammer ever and praises Benson's Plasters as the superior remedy. The ad touts quality, balances, and durability, asserting Benson's leads all others and listing awards. Seabury & Johnson, Mfg. Chemists, N.Y., offer 25 cents per plaster and worldwide order options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maydole
Maydale
Benson
United States
Seabury & Johnson, Mfg. Chemists
N.Y
Six National Guard officers pass exam for commissions
Des Moines March 14 six officers elected for commissions passed a stringent exam set by the examining board. The list includes Edward P D Middleton Davenport E H Erret Newton Sylvester S Boylan Des Moines J W Cowles Chariton James D Mason Davenport John Lt Poston Villisca. One officer postponed to April. vacancies will be filled by adjutant general order. An April exam will review newer electees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
National Guard
Adjutant General's Office
J. Y. Wickersham
Vilitsca
Examining Board
Edward PD. Middleton
Davenport
Leutenant
Fiftieth
E. H. Erret
Newton
Sylvester S. Boylan
J. W. Cowles
Chariton
James D. Mason
John Lt. Poston
Villisca
High Priced Stock Sold From Ames to Chicago and More
The Angus bull Admiral Elville II shipped from Iowa State College to Chicago sold for 615 dollars to W H Humphrey of Gale Missouri. Abbess of Turlington cost 1000 dollars and her first calf returns 615. Richard Weber of New York bought nine yearling steers averaging 1230 pounds at 6 20 per hundred. Prof Curtiss bought Scotland imported heifer for 716. College Bell with butter record sold to Albert Lea Minnesota.
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Ames
Admiral Elville II
Abbess
Turlington
Prince of Kerran
Iowa State College
Chicago
W. H. Humphrey
Gale
Richard Weber
New York
Prof. Curtiss
Scotland
College Bell
Albert Lea
Minn
Factional Fight Roils Marsh alstown Gop Rife with Bribery Claims
In the county the Republican party endures its worst factional clash. With a 2000 vote lead, Democrats risk winning the state legislature this fall as accusations of bribery over school books and Democratic meddling intensify the campaign. The controversy also touches gender roles with Miss Mary Hostetler's nomination for county school superintendent, signaling debate on women’s officeholding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalstown
Mary Hostetler
President MacLean Visits Iowa City Ruins After Fire
President MacLean of the State University arrived from the east and immediately surveyed the ruins of burned university buildings in Iowa City. He toured the site and assessed the damage with university officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Head
State University
Iowa City
MacLean
The
Hancher Elected President of Iowa Wesleyan College
The Iowa Wesleyan University Board of Trustees elected Dr. John Hancher as president, bringing a seasoned educator and pastor from Herkimer New York to Mt Pleasant. Hancher, about forty, will assume office by May after a lengthy selection process and campus visit, with plans for his induction already set.
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Mt. Pleasant
Iowa Wesleyan University
John Hancher
Methodist Church
Herkimer
N. Y
Kansas City
Hancher
C. L. Stafford
F. D. Blakeslee
Dean Pitersel
Double tax proposed as two railroads seek Des Moines subsidy
Des Moines reports two railroads plan a 1 percent city tax each for funding. The Hubbel and Lyons line from Des Moines to Iowa City seeks a subsidy, while the Des Moines Iowa Falls & Northern scheme would levy another 1 percent levy. G S Hatchineon from Iowa Falls arrived to push the plan and believes approval is likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Hubbel and Lyons
Ilowa City
FE. &. Ellsworth
G. S. Hatchineon
Iowa Falls
Davenport Pearl Button Plant Closes After Strike
Davenport March 14. The Pearl Button Company shut down its casings and turning department, laying off 96 workers after a recent strike. Workers demanded higher wages citing repeated cuts, while the company argued pay reductions matched industry trends and price cutting by rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Button Company
Davenport
Davenport Pearl Button Company
Allen’s Foot-Base Cure for Chilblains and Frostbites
A powder named Allen’s Foot-Base claims to cure chilblains frostbites sweating and swollen feet. Sold by all druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents with a free sample offered. Address Allen S Olmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
LeRoy
N. Y
Witches Haunted Man Defends Home With Scythes
John Arends in March town area believes witches and imps pursue him. He spreads crossed scythe blades, wood crosses, a pitchfork, and a corn knife as protection. His 15 year old son died of typhoid with no medical aid while Mrs. Arends fled to neighbors. Neighbors fear to visit as officials weigh action.
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Mattock
John Arends
Arends
Songht
Y M C A to establish Fort Madison branch
State Secretary W A Magee of the Y M C A visits Fort Madison to institute a city branch. City ministers and citizens have organized a temporary group reaching about 188 members, with a goal of 200 for a permanent society and gymnasium facilities forthcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Madison
W. A. Magee
Dubuque toledo railroad project revived for survey
The Dubuque & Toledo railroad plan is renewed with a second survey expected soon. The line would run from Dubuque west and south through Benton and Tama counties, terminating at Toledo or Tama with hopes to reach Des Moines. Judge Struble of Toledo backs the plan, and Dubuque businessmen seek the outlet to boost jobbing trade while raising funds for the survey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tracr
Dubuque
Fuller undecided on assistant attorney general post
West Union March 14 The statement that Hon. W F Fuller declined the appointment is not correct. He has not accepted but is holding the matter under advisement and has not yet declined.
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West Union
W. F. Fuller
Iowa At Washington Pension Grants and New Post Office
Charles E White of Muscatine receives an original pension. A Buxton post office is established in Monroe county with Margaret A Wills as postmistress. Norman B Anthony appointed postmaster at Ruthven. Various individuals receive original or increased pensions including Miles Labor Anamosa 12 dollars Peter Rapp Council Bluffs 6 dollars Horace Shunter Newell 8 dollars John S Land Clinton 12 dollars. Increase notices include Lette P WIlts Lenox 10 dollars Henry A Jordan Dubuque 24 dollars. Original widows and minors listed Mary Clark Lone Tree 8 dollars Maribel 29 dollars Sarah B Allard Cedar Rapids 8 dollars.
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Charles E. White
Muscatine
Washington
Buxton
Monroe County
Margaret A. Wills
Norman B. Anthony
Ruthven
Miles Labor
Anamosa
Charles W. White
Peter Rapp
Council Bluffs
Horace Shunter
Newell
Johns. Land
Clinton
Lette P. Wilts
Lenox
Henry A. Jordan
Dubuque
Mary Clark
Lone Tree
James J Scovel
Maribel
Sarah B. Allard
Cedar Rapids
Oklahoma Opportunity Opens Kiowa Comanche Apache Lands This Summer
The Oklahoma Opportunity outlines 2,000,900 acres for public settlement on Kiowa Comanche and Apache Reservations in Oklahoma. It includes climate data, a district map, entry conditions, and the Act of Congress opening the reservations. The Great Rock Island Route is the sole railway serving the area. John Sebastian offers free copies of the Oklahoma Opportunity and the Western Trail with more home seeker information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Great Rock Island
John Sebastian
Chiaco
Honest Medicine for Lagrinpe from Local Resident
George W. Waitt of South Gardiner Maine reports severe crushes chills and grip. after trying many remedies Chamberlains Cough Remedy is the only effective treatment. One bottle relieved symptoms and he congratulates the manufacturers. Sold by J J Havercamp and W C A Busch druggists.
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Lagrinpe
George W. Waitt
South Gardiner
Chamberlain
J. J. Havercamp
W. C. A. Busch
What Shall We Have for Dessert
Recipe note offers quick two minute Tey Jell dessert. No waking needed just add hot water to end. Flavors listed Lemon Raspberry and Strawberry. Available at grocers for 10 cents.
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Leman
Hat Pin Help Catches Thief In St Louis Tale
A resourceful St Louis woman trapped a thief with her hat pin proving women can turn a sudden danger into advantage. The incident underscores the quick, practical use of everyday items in crises.
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St. Louis
To Cure a Cold in One Day Claim by Laxative Bromo Quinine
Advertises a one day cold cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. Claims druggists refund money if it fails and notes E. W. Crowe's signature on each box.
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E. W. Crowe
The Gar Dweller Builds Air Castles
A gar resident is said to construct grand air castles, crafting elaborate schemes and lofty dreams beyond practical reach. Community observers note the tendency as a quirky character trait shaping his daily pursuits and outlook.
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Gates of the Order
Knights of the State
Iowa Division
J. F. Gibson
Illinois Division
G. R. Morrison
C. K. Stockwell
J. B. Smalley
E. E. Hughes
C. B. and Q
R. L
Columbus Junction
R. I
Pains
Hershey Lumber Co
South Muscatine
Maclean Home
Iowa Wesleyan
University
Stafford
EEC
SA Fountain OF Health
FT. Madison
Toledo
Fuller
Muscatine Electric
Gar
Nkers
C. B. Fuller
E. P. Day
East 2Nd St
Cook
Masser & Co.'s Bank
West Third Street
J. Dean
Morgridge and Norton
Morgridge
W. S&s. Norton
Iowa Avenue
Weat Fourth Street
Moscatine
Thos. Brown
Hitness Banks
Ket National Bank
Clymea A. Coldren
East Segend Street
Atuscatine
J. W. Mw’kee
Coneta
Bramworth’s Drug Store
East Second Street
P. Ingham
I.aw
Atreet
Stuaratine
Fauwa
Ehdaepson. Sur
Brownin W. & Thompson & CO. Life Insa
Real Petate and Loan
Troom
Lowa Ave
Rma Ad
Ac D
T. R. Fitzgerald
LAW, Loan and Collection Office
Iver Hershey State Back
Lowsg Avenue
Second Street
Titus & Jackson
WWW
Hoffman
Jayne & Hoffman
Scott Richman
PF. Rictiman
Richman & Richman
West Second Street
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