Near beer saloon argued as failed hope in Des Moines bids
The Des Moines Register notes near beer saloons as a sign of hope for licensed bars but finds them a failure. It argues the real aim is avoiding state control and favors local noninterference. Scott county wets cite an attorney general pledge not to cross borders.
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Des Moines ‘Register
Scott County
Marshalltown
Iowa Weather and Crop Service
Des Moines
Iowa
The
State Horticultural Society
Geo, M. Chappel
Hand of Death Claims Belings in Des Moines
Belings P H Helings died at his Des Moines home on Saturday August 12 1916 after a long cancer illness at age 46 His relatives were known in Pella Funeral services and interment were held in Des Moines Monday.
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Belings
P. H. Helings
Des Moines
Eelings
Pella
Iowa Highway Plan Gaining Support Across State
The United States government has offered 2.2 million dollars for Iowa road building, contingent on county matching. The idea, discussed by Greater Iowa Association members, envisions a connected system funded by federal, county, and automobile license funds totaling about 16.6 million dollars, without new taxes. The proposal is not endorsed by the association but is open for public discussion, reflecting widespread interest among automakers and taxpayers.
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United States
Iowa
Greater Iowa Association
State “Highway Department
Uncle Sam
Association
Notable Auto-Lite car offers streamlined body and features
A large roomy sedan boasts an up-to-date streamline body and complete equipment including Auto-Lite electric starting and lighting, magnetic speedometer, one man top, demountable rims, and most accessories of high priced cars. First come, first served. place your order now to save money through big production cuts.
Mrs. Bickford Visits Daughter in Woldyville
Mrs. F B Bickford of Woldyville visited her daughter Mrs Jake Cornelius this week and returned home Wednesday afternoon.
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F. B. Bickford
Woldyville
Jake Cornelius
Threshing and calls weave through Newton area notes
Howard Ulrich finished threshing and pulled his machine toward home while Van Patten and crew worked on the Knoxville road. Residents attended the Oskaloosa chautauqua. Frank Bartlow and J W Binns visiting from Bussey and Oskaloosa. Delights of callers, family visits, and a Newton youth camping at Red Rock with Nate Reed listed on sick list.
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Howard Ulrich
van Patten
Knoxville
Oskaloosa
Frank Bartlow
J. W. Binns
Shirley
Emily Moody
Oskaloo
Pella Markets Reported Prices and Corrections
Market bulletin lists corrected prices for stock and grain by Van der Zyl Bros and Pella Produce Co. Cattle ranged 6.00 to 9.00 per cwt, hogs 9.00 to 9.75, corn 0.65 to 0.75, wheat 0.90 to 1.20, oats 0.30 to 0.37, new barley 0.46 to 0.60 per bu. Eggs 0.20, butter 0.19, old hens 0.12, spring chickens 0.16 per lb, and various fowl prices with ducks noted.
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van der Zyl Bros
Pella Produce Co
Cordova News Briefs On Local Visits And Events
Mrs A DeHeer visited her sister Miss Effie Roff in Des Moines after an operation for appendicitis. William Taylor was a visitor in the capital city. Geo Daily helps at the elevator during the grain rush. Lloyd Shilling and mother attended a show in Pella. Mrs Myer DeHeer and two daughters left for La Plata Missouri to visit relatives. Rain improves corn prospects. Ralph Hart spent Tuesday in Des Moines.
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A. DeHeer
Des Moines
Effie Roff
Ralph Hart
Dutch Picnic Thrives Amid Threatening Weather
Arthur Gardner of Washington Iowa visited Otley friends Sunday. Jud Akins and daughter Mrs A Steinman were Pella visitors Saturday. John VanGorp and Miss Maude Vriezelaar and Pete VanGorp visited Pella last Friday. Herman Steinman was on the sick list early this week. Dirk Freeken and family visited Knoxville Sunday evening. Rev and Mrs Brant and baby returned last Thursday from a two month vacation. The Dutch Picnic drew a large crowd despite weather. John Kaldenberg and Bud Vriezelanr left Tuesday for Charles City Town. H G Schultz was in Pella on business last Friday. Mrs Simon Steinman hosted the Ladies Club Wednesday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Fred Lankelma visited relatives in Pella Wednesday. Stop at the J B Doll restaurant when in Oskaloosa. Special dinners Sunday Automobile headquarters. 86
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Arthur Gardner
Washington
Otley
Jud Akins
Mrs
A. Steinman
Pella
John VanGorp
Maude Vriezelaar
Pete VanGorp
Herman Steinman
Dirk Freeken
Knoxville
Brant
Baby
John Kaldenberg
Bud Vriezelanr
Charles City
Town
H. G. Schultz
Simon Steinman
Fred Lankelma
The Stock Exchange Name Change in 1773
A London Chronicle note recounts how the stock market’s venue was renamed from New Jonathan’s to The Stock Exchange by a July 15 1773 resolution. The brothers contributed sixpence each and marked the change with punch.
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First
Stock Exchange
Jonathan
London Chronicle
Begging Letter Joke Among Poets and Editors
A humorous exchange notes a notorious begging letter writer who sought not to be sent more of the poet's work. The friend guesses the writer is an editor, sparking a back and forth about recurring pleas for literary material.
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Puck
Helping the Diagnosis. Doctor My dear lady health
A terse dialogue in which a physician proclaims perfect health while the patient insists on seeking further care to recuperate, highlighting a tension between medical reassurance and patient frustration. The exchange underscores themes of perceived illness and the desire for rest.
Mystery leak in London Pass Show hints at secret
A cryptic exchange from the London Passing Show hints at a leaked secret from a first flapper and a promise of silence. The dialogue underscores tension between discretion and public disclosure in entertainment circles.
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Mysterioua
London
All Wool Suits or Overcoats Made for You $15.00
A local ad offers 500 kinds of all wool suits or overcoats at the same price and quality, with custom tailoring available for $15.00. The pitch emphasizes uniform pricing and wide selection for men's wear.
The Motion Picture Show A Big American Feature
The motion picture show becomes a popular feature of American life with a daily attendance averaging 25,000,000 last year. At ten cents a ticket, this results in $2,500,000 spent daily on films, funds that could support 4,166 missions for a year or cover the expenses of 8,332 college students.
Allen's Foot-Base and Foot-Ease Advertisement
An 1890s style ad promotes Allen's Foot-Base antiseptic powder for use in shoes and foot baths. It claims one size smaller shoes become comfortable, helps hot swollen feet, and markets Allen's Foot-Ease as the genuine product sold everywhere for 25 cents. Do not accept substitutes.
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Allen
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Nate Reed
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