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Newspaper
Neosho Valley Register
Location
Iola, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1871
Page
3
Farmers in the region begin wheat harvest as forecasts promise a bountiful crop. Back in town, Hon. Mr. Walker of the L. L. &46. Railroad visits. Van Amburgh & Co. tour Kansas with a rebuilt mammoth show drawing large audiences. Local notes praise weather, boarding houses, coal prospects, and an early Kansas orchard.
Mr John Wright from near Car Syle was thrown when his horse bolted after catching foot in harness lines. He freed himself as the frightened animal charged, but no serious injury occurred. Nearby farmer Mr Sawyer reports excellent early potatoes and a promising crop ahead. Marriage licenses issued in Allen County for May 1871 include Black Chambers and Shigley Tamper George Christy and Millis. Universalists hosted May 1 entertainment at Masonic Hall with tableaux and charades. Bid notices issued for Masonic Hall furnishing and upkeep for one year. State of Kansas vs Horn & Son case proceeds after robbery indictment. King Wrought Iron Bridge works continuing with interior layout described. machinery expected in place and production to begin within three weeks.
Rev. Father Heller of Hussboldt will conduct Catholic services starting precisely at 8:30 PM on June 11. All are cordially invited to attend.
Council met in regular session and approved last meeting minutes. Claims for printing election tickets and center work on the Council Chamber were referred to Finance. An ordinance for a license tax on traveling agents was read and referred to Judiciary. King Wrought Iron Bridge Co. claim approved for rent. Marshals offices declared vacant. J N Woollames appointed Marshal. Police Court monthly report to Council. Van Amburg show arrived with wild beasts, crowds fill 8th and Kansas, Tapela Record notes the event and inspection details.
The Ladies can be made happy by calling at Scott Brothers and seeing those croquets and new dress goods they have just received and are opening.
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