Marion county board proceedings April 6 1914 Knoxville Iowa
Marion county Iowa board of supervisors met in regular session on April 6 1914 at Knoxville with all members present. Minutes from March 27 approved. Voted to pay Midland Metal Manufacturing Co 521.00 per car for six carloads of culverts and to ship as bid. Several county expenses listed and various bridge and poor relief disbursements recorded. A poll tax correction for Snuggs & Snuggs approved. Preparations for painting and material bids on Des Moines river bridges authorized for May 4 1914.
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Board of Supervisors
Court House
Knoxville
Iowa
Marion County
Midland Metal Manufacturing Co
Smithson
Courtyard
Smith
W. E. Roebuck
Des Moines Bridge and
Bennington
Rousseau
Howell
Des Moines
D. G van Zante
Pella
Geo. G. Gass
G. Kamerick
Meyer Toom
D. G. van Zante
J. D. Schlotterback
D. G. VanZante
George G. Gaass
W. O. Price
C. ¥. Smith
C. le. Smith
W. Fl. Allen
C. E. Smith
W. H. Allen
Des Moines River
C. H E. Smith
Ruth Jacobs
Knoxville Electric Co
Allen P. Bybee
Kinne & Barnes
L. M. Holley & Son
L. Cornell
Seth Way and Co
Worrell Manufacturing Co
Poor relief and expenses itemized in county ledger
A historical ledger lists unpaid or authorized disbursements including quarantine costs for J. R. Teuthager and I. H. Bailey, attorney fees for Vander Floeg, provisions to the poor by Kuyper & Co, sweeping and repairs around the court house, burial of pauper by J. R. Miner & Co, and other entries.
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J. R. Teuthager
Isaiah Ball
Knipe & Barnes
W. G. Vander Floeg
J. H. Kuyper & Co
Homes of Tri Syrians Take Up Thy Bed and Walk
Describes a Syrian household with a mekhdaah structure serving as closet and fireplace, sun dried brick construction, no chimney, smoke inside, blackened ceiling, red mud floor, straw mats, and floor sleeping. Beds roll up daily. daytime bedding stored in wall recess or along the wall.
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Jesus
Atlantic Monthly
Diplomatic Dress Plans by Empress Eugenie
A London Spectator recounts Eugenie’s clever scheme to influence royal fashion. By sending a life size doll with a matching trousseau to Buckingham Palace, the Empress made Queen Victoria dress the Princess Royal in French style for the visit to Napoleon III, pleasing all observers.
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Eugenie
Victoria
Prince Albert
Princess Royal
Napoleon III
Buckingham Palace
Queen Victoria
London Spectator
Manila crimes and female influence notes
A Washington Post quote asserts no Filipino criminal class in Manila with murders mainly in moments of passion and knife use. It contrasts with European and American crime. It also cites Disraeli on woman’s influence and jokes on eyelash growth via trimming.
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Manila
Islands
United States
Yeggman
Philippines
Washington Post
Kaiser William Briefly Delays Theological Debate
William inquires to the latest on John’s antiquity and summons Professor Harnack for quick facts. The emperor interrupts with dinner plans, promising to resume the discussion later. Next day Harnack sits beside the Kaiser at Count So-and-so’s table and the debate is completed.
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William
Kaiser William
Professor Blarnack
Kaiser
Harnack
Prince So-and-so
Count So-and-so
Professor Harnack
Chicago News
Type And Tape In London A Printer's Irony
A Cleveland printer returning from abroad recalls his plan to start a British paper. He seeks type from a London vendor only to be told types are not sold there, while a draper suggests alternatives, highlighting cross cultural misunderstandings in a humorous clash between printing needs and shop jargon.
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London
Cleveland
England
Draper's
Cleveland Plain
Dealer
Cause of the Roman Empire Reason for Republic Collapse
The piece argues that Rome shifted from a desolate republic to a strong central authority under Caesar. Peace, achieved at almost any price, led to broad public acceptance of a single ruler. A minority of patriots like Brutus and Cato mourned the change, but most welcomed the end of civil strife and the promise of stability despite sacrificed liberties.
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Brutus
Cato
Caesar
St. Louis Times
Japanese fashion costs far less than New York and Paris clothing
A New York Sun comparison notes a Japanese woman's fashion outlay appears modest beside Western standards. It cites a kimono wearer spending about 13.80 on accessories and 25 on the kimono, plus 2s for obs, 17.25 for tying paraphernalia, 9 for footwear, 2.45 for gems, 7.50 shawl and 150 for a diamond clasp, totaling just over 600 for a season versus the immense sums in New York and Paris.
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Woman of Fashion
New York
Paris
New York Sun
Spelling Lessons and Language Jabs in Court
A Scots lawyer and an English judge clash over spelling in a water rights case with the lawyer quipping that manners are spelled with two Ns, followed by a humorous exchange about a rose scented tea and neighbors with onions and cabbage.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Man of His Word and Witty Exchange Line
A clipped dialogue reflects on promises and change prior to marriage. A wife notes a change after vows while a man quips that he fulfilled his single life. The exchange ends with a Johnson adage about wealth and action. The piece captures a sharp, witty tone and moral reflection in brief quotation form.
Avery Gas and Oil Traction Engine Agency Ad
PIPE COMPANY agents promote the Avery line from a single plow to a motor truck. They represent Chas A Stickney Gas Engine Co of St Paul Minnesota and stock Cedar Rapids hand pumps and Dempster 3 way pumps. They manufacture Cypress Wood Tanks 2x4 to 10x10 and offer well drilling and repair services.
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Avery Gas and Oil Traction Engine
Avery
Chas. A. Stickney Gas Engine Co
St. Paul, Minn
Farm Sale Notice for J. C. Kartchner Farm in Jasper County
The 240 acre J. C. Kartchner farm one mile north of Hotel Colfax in Jasper County to be sold by referee before March 1 1915 to settle an estate. Land is mostly secure bottom level fenced and cross fenced and regarded as a premier stock and grain farm. Contact J H Hise Referee Newton Iowa or J W Kartchner Colfax Route 2 Iowa for details.
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J. C. Kartchner
Hotel Colfax
Jasper County
New Modern Dancing Expert Recommends Allen’s Foot-Hase
A leading New York City instructor testifies that Allen's Foot-Hase antiseptic powder keeps feet cool and comfortable after long hours of dancing. He says it reduces friction in shoes, prevents rubbing and soreness, and he urges pupils to use it. Sample free available at Allen S Olmsted in LeRoy, New York.
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New York City
Allen
E. Fletcher Hallamore
Allen S, Olmsted
LeRoy, N. Y
Solar Carbide bicycle lamp for sale
Bicycle lamp powered by solar carbide listed for sale. Describes compatibility with any vehicle and asks inquiries to be made at the office.
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Ture Country GentleMan
Desk
THE
Curtis Publishing Company
Philadelphia
the County Board
Slob Bros. & Co
Casey & Bellville
Don Smith
T. T. Bakker
Pauls Lumber Co
J. V. Brann, Jr
Dunlap Drug Co
A. B. VanZante
John Whittenburg
C.boat
L. Weilaard
Pe ‘Williams Brothers
Mabel Zugg
Eugene Dietzgen
Engineering & Contracting Co
H. Slayman
J. K. Bryant
Y. T. van Niewaal
S. M. Workman
J. J. Roberts
Ethel Welsher
T. Plette
S. W. Clark
A. D. Steele
Dirk Freeken
Henry van Ginkle
Carl Aschenbrenner
VanderZyl Bros
John Krause
Ray Powery
Paul Crabtree
Fred Waller
John J. Jones
C. R. Stevenson, Jr
C. E. Homery
Clifford McDonald
Anthony Metz
Cecile Reese
D. W. Martin
Dirk VanZante
H. Morris
VanLiew
P. A. Bogaards
Ed Gullion
Roland Palmquist Boyd Anderson
Avard DeRaad
Kerns Overton
Snuggs
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Disraeli
Samuel Johnson
Pipe Company
Cedar Rapids
J. H. Hise
Newton
J. W. Kartchner
Colfax
Wilson Chemical Co., Dept. G
Tyrone
Madison Mills
Dept. W
Broadway
York City
Nevada Briggs
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