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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1897
Page
4
Publication notice lists Friday issue cadence with editor names L. A. Andrew and T. M. Rodgers, identifies Newton Iowa post office as second class matter, indicating local newspaper operations.
The item notes Jasper County records with subscriber dues and a January 1 cutoff. It cites Topeka Capital blaming Vesuvius eruption and Indian famine on Mark Hanna. Des Moines News publishes an Iowa map shading Democratic counties, showing 26 of 99 blacked out.
The article traces the expansion of the United States postal system from George Washington's era to modern times, noting an early 75 offices, a decline to zero, then rapid growth to about 70,000 post offices today with 2,000,000 employees handling mail nationwide.
Jasper county clergy learn railroad lines in the west extend their clergy bureau for the year. Clergymen submit applications for half-fare permits along with a payment for clerical work. Eligible holders receive a certificate granting half rates on all western lines.
A lively dance hosted by Jay Jr and Dick Clark at the Jay Clark home drew about forty young people, with games and ample refreshments. Other items note W J Sandusky and sister Mary visiting Newton, W G Clements on Colfax business, cattle shipped to Chicago, Jessie Cavell returning from Atkinson and Canton, and Anna Woodruff visiting Colfax while Lewis A Woodruff reports good health after wintering with relatives in Rockwell City.
Murphy region items include rental of the Abe Adamson place for the coming year by Mr. Winegardner. Townsend Murphy assists Will Eaton with carpentry. Uncle Jimmy Zink’s neighbors haul wood and posts. Rev. E Handy gave a concise lecture Monday night at Pleasant View school house to a crowded audience. A marriage occurred November 24, 1897 at Valley Junction Iowa between Will B Sheean and Edna Allum. Pleasant View residents continue cottage prayer meetings on Wednesday nights.
The Jefferson Bee analyzes corn costs, showing 6.632 acres yielding 115.049 bushels with a net cost near 6 cents per bushel excluding rent. Including land rent or interest raises per bushel cost to about 12 cents, implying a minimum selling price of 18 cents to cover year round wages and rent or investment interest.
A residence of Mrs. Albert Chapman on East Howard street was nearly destroyed by a Saturday fire caused by a furnace defect. Mr. Mannington saved most household goods. Mrs. Jesse Slavens and Mrs. A. S. Marquis hosted 20 ladies at 4 PM at Marquis home. Revival meetings ongoing at the Presbyterian church led by Rev. S. R. Ferguson. Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Cutter spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. W. S. Erwin in DeSoto. Mrs. Will Bowles and her infant daughter were dangerously ill but improving. Mrs. Jessie Marquis and Miss Etta Manning to host 50 ladies at 2 PM next Thursday at Marquis home with guests from Newton and Des Moines. J. W. Barrett opened a new coal bank a mile west of Colfax. shaft 73 feet deep, coal quality described as superior.
The Mason House remains the top hotel in Celfax as guests crowd its doors. Mr Croft and Mrs Croft excel at hospitality, making strangers and locals feel at home under their roof.
Dr C J Nutt plans to open a law office at the county seat soon. Rev Dunlavy to preach next Sunday at 11 a m with Sunday school at 10 a m at the M F E church. Abraham Pentice and family moved into town from Prairie City, welcomed by Reasnor residents. George Rader sold town property to Mrs John Wheeler. Earl Sipe to occupy burned-out residence. Dr G Oliver had new dwelling plastered. Frank Holmes and daughter Mrs Bb Trout returned from Des Moines. J B and others shipped hogs to Chicago from Reasnor. J C Waring traveled to Newton on grain business. Blair Haun recovering from severe burns, improving but pain persists. Mrs Joe Shafer of Des Moines returned home after Thanksgiving visit.
Prices corrected this morning show Butter at 19 to 20 cents per pound and Eggs at 20 cents per dozen. Lard at 7 cents per pound. Grain and provisions quoted around 16 cents per bushel, with hay at 0.60 to 0.70 and oats near 38 cents per bushel. Beef cattle ranged 2 to 3.25 cents per pound. Agricultural buyers in Newton urged to consult these figures when selling crops and produce.
An 19th century advertisement touts Williams Indian Pile Ointment for blind bleeding piles and itching. It claims instant relief, soothing poultice action, and guaranteed results. Sold by Foster & Callison and by mail for 50 cents and 1.00 per box from Williams Mfg Co Cleveland.
Passengers arriving at Chicago by the Chicago Rock Island Pacific R y can, by the new Union Elevated Loop reach any part of the city, or for a five cent fare can be taken immediately to some large stores in the downtown district. A train will stop at all the Rock Island Station every minute. The facilities can only be offered by the Great Rock Island Route. Address John Sebastian G P A
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