Newton Normal College Commencement Shines at Opera House
The fifth annual Newton Normal College ceremony drew a large heat paused audience at Lister's Opera House. Rev Hanna opened the program with music and eight short orations led by valedictorian Eva Thompson. Count Superintendent Meredith awarded diplomas as the crowd enjoyed solos by Mrs. Harry Kelly and Ernest Earley.
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Lister's
Opera House
Newton Normal College
Geo. W. Wormley
Newton
Hanna
Christian Church
Henry Claussen
Evan Brook
Horace Shepherd
Ernest Earley
Nellie Fisk
Wormly
Gertrude Livingston
Jas. B. Helte
Mae E. Wadsworth
Wm. E. Hertz
America
Myrtle A. McCullough
Litfe
Wm. R. Patterson
Patrick H. Healy
Eva E. Thompson
Mies Thompson
Harry Kelly
Omaha
Holy City
E. C. Meredith
Clase
Heartfelt thanks from Camp Cuba Libre for girls’ donation
In Jacksonville on June 23, ISA Jesse A writes from the 49th regiment under Brig. Gen. Bancroft. He notes good health, ample water, and new supplies including 240 mules, plus awaiting recruits and pay issues. He ends with gratitude to the girls for their gift and a brief ad for a three-year-old male horse.
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Cuba Libre
Jacksonville
Fla
Isa
Jesse A
Winger
Bill
Harry T. Lewis
Iowa Children’s Home Society takes three Cass children to Des Moines
Three children of Mrs. Levi Snyder Cassie Ella and Jonas aged 11 7 and 6 were taken to Des Moines by Mrs L C McGarry agent for the Iowa Children's Home Society to find them good homes. The scene at the courthouse was emotional as the children boarded the bus and train and begged to see their mother one last time. The society has aided 1515 Iowa children in nine years and aims to provide loving homes for the trio.
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M. F. Doherty
Rushville
Levi Snyder
Cassie
Ella
Jonas
Des Moines
L. C. McGarry
Iowa Children’s Home Society
Court House
Mamma
Iowa
Grinnell Falls to Newton in Exciting Baseball Duel
Newton defeated Grinnell 5 to 3 in a well played game Thursday afternoon before a good crowd. Official score by J. W. Hunter lists Morrison 0 bases on balls and Brown 23, with Morrison 10 and Brown 4 strikeouts.
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Grinnnell
Newton
Grinnell
J. W. Hunter
Morrison
Brown
Picnic and Schoolhouse Closings Highlight Local Week
A group of local youths enjoyed a river picnic last Tuesday. Miss Miscia closed a spring school at Cottage Grove on June 15. The Misses Rhodes Earley and Blackwood will close their spring schools this week. A picnic is planned for Saturday by local young people.
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Miscia
Cottage Grove
Rhodes
Earley
Blackwood
Patriotic concert plans and local notices in Newton
Reasner prepares for a patriotic concert. Mrs. Tom Earp and Mrs. Lee Carpenter visit Newton. Mr. and Mrs. Will Masteller welcome a baby daughter. Mr. Seaton visits Newton earlier in the week. Also notes on transports, maritime moves, and naval honors. rail excursion sales July 20 to 4. Epworth Assembly tickets. St Stephen’s church services. Chicago papers and fashion mags at Eva Fay’s.
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Reasner
Tom Earp
Lee Carpenter
Newton
Will Masteller
Seaton
Loyer's Jewelry
GEO. Ramsey
Town Central Railway
Colfax
Epworth League Assembly
Arcord
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
W. H. Robinson
Chicago
Eva Fay
Castoria Brand Recalled By Signature Claim
Historical note cites Castoria bearing the signature of Cnas H. Firtener and notes its long-time use spanning over thirty years with the line The Kind You Have Always Bought attached to the product label.
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Cnas
H. Firtener
Beggs' German Salve Praised by Texan Patton
See what T. W. Patton of Lane Texas says of Beggs' German Salve. He suffered four years with blind itchy bleeding piles and found relief at once after using Beggs' Salve. After two boxes he claims to be entirely cured. Sold by Thompson & Co.
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T. W. Patton
Lane
Texas
Thompson & Co
Sabbath Services Announced by Local Pastor
Sabbath School at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m followed by class meeting Prayer meeting Sabbath eve at 8 p m Weekly prayer meeting each Friday All welcome H Gorrell Pastor
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H. Gorrell
Notice to Property Owners on Weeds Adjacent Sidewalks
Property owners are notified that weeds growing along the sidewalks adjoining their property must be cut at once or it will be done by the city and charged against the property. JAMES Dixon, City Marshal.
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James Dixon
City marshal warns on trespass and firearms within limits
Notice warns residents not to cut or throw grass or trash into streets and bans shooting firearms inside city limits without a permit. Epworth League Assembly announces Rock Island half fare tickets to Colfax starting Wednesday June 22 and running to July 5 on all trains except Nos 5 6 and 2.
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J. R. Dixon
Epworth League Assembly
Rock Island
Colfax
Record merchants advertise to county buyers
The RECORD showcases weekly merchant announcements inviting Newton County shoppers. The column encourages readers to compare ads to find best value and reminds buyers to mention seeing the merchant’s advertisement in the Record when purchasing.
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Newton
The Newton Record's Big Offer and Included Journals
A list of discounted magazines and subscriptions selling alongside The Newton Record offer. Samantha Allen titles, Farm and Fireside, Iowa Weekly Capital, Woman's Name Companion, Weekly Capital and The Record are priced to attract readers, with a combined regular price noted. Grand total equals eight dollars.
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Samantha
Saratoga
Brethren
Woman's Name Companion
All Six For 2.00 Subcription Offer
A bold newspaper promo claims a six for two dollar subscription deal is the best ever offered by The Record. The pitch promises savings and calls the offer positively the best the paper has made.
The Best Remedy for Rheumatism from Fairhaven
James Rowland of Fairhaven reports his wife suffered rheumatism for 25 years. After a painful night she used Chamberlain's Pain Balm and slept within an hour. She now uses it for aches and finds relief. Available in 25 and 50 cent sizes from Wagley & Smead.
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Fairhaven
N. Y
James Rowland
Williams Indian Pile Ointment promises cure for piles
Advertisement touts Dr Williams Indian Pile Ointment as a cure for Blind Bleeding Ulcerated and Itching Piles. It claims instant relief and absorption of tumors, notes suitability only for piles and private parts, and lists prices 50c and 1.00 per box from Williams Mfg Co Cleveland and Foster Callison.
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Dr. Williams
Prop’s
Cleveland, QC
Foster & Calluson
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Castoria
Pitcher
Samuel Pitcher
Hyannis
Massachusetts
Mothers of America
Centaur Company
Chas. H. Fletcher
E.d
Klondike
Wagley & Smead
Fred Emerson
Towa
South Side Square
Ren
Iowa People
the Daily Record Office
N.N. OC
Lieut. Lewis
A. F. Woops
Murphy
ABR
HPOAE
Spain
Clark
Wing Ib Green
Vaughan Rf
McOon Cf
Rodgers
Doe Lf
Aee Ene
Neeencur
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Manila
Hong Kong
Key West
Marana
Washington
Congress
Hobson
Merrimac Fame
Lieut. Newcomb
Winslow
Hodgson
McCulloch
Joseph Powell
Santiago Bay
Merrimac
New York
the Tribune
Camara
Phillipines
Hawaii
San Francisco
Port Said
London
Madrid
Journal
Rome
Mediterranean
Cadiz
Free Methodist Church
Samantha Allen
Ladies’ Home Journal
Iowa Weekly Capital
North Side
Wind Storm Insurance
Wright & Lufkin
Woman
Syria
Gress Be. Ydem
A. McVicker
Dueatre
Wheeler & Wilson
Wheeler & Wilson Mfg
Cow
Wabash Avenue
HUB Grocery
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