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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1897
Page
5
Fragmentary rail schedule snippet shows Monroe and Newton stops with times listed 7.08 am and 2.10 pm. Mentions Des Moines Valley Division and fare figures like 40 and 25 cents. No clear narrative beyond timetable fragment.
Fragmented OCR reads like a timetable or rail notation with names such as Valenadioo and Oathbound. The text lists times and identifiers like No.2 No.4 No.6 and sequences around 5:32am 10:ig and 9:82 am, suggesting a schedule or roster without coherent context. Entities include Chicago Great Westernity and Oathbound with scattered numerals and times.
A lengthy discourse argues that silver and gold coinage under the double standard failed as money due to changing ratios and laws since 1793. It traces shifts from Jefferson’s suspension of silver dollars to 1873 and 1878 acts, noting silver’s decline as current money despite legal tender rules, and highlights the broader faith in gold amid evolving commerce. The piece also previews farm excursion opportunities and local notices, including a Newton meeting and a lost bird dog alert.
The RECORD reports a complete line of job stock and ready to print on short notice. Call for high quality work guaranteed satisfactory by the county's best printer. Also notes Karl's Clover Tea for constipation and tiredness, Wagley and Smead selling it. Money to loan at 6 percent on farm security. FUGARD& BROWN.
Subscribers reminded the RECORD subscription is 1.00 per year paid in advance with 1.50 after. Pay promptly to avoid extra costs, watch the paper label for expiry, and note price rise if unsettled. Also advertising pitches for Best Insurance, fruit jars, machine oils, and raspberry orders. Maple Leaf Route announces low Chicago Great Western fares on select July and August dates.
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