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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1903
Page
1
An old medicine ad touts Scott's Emulsion as a blood builder feeding bone marrow and spleen with cod liver oil for pale or invalid people. The second part details a marital dispute leading to a suicide, with Mr Pack and S W Gray involved in attempts to resolve and a planned sale before the tragedy.
The Chronicle lists post office subscription rates for Pella as second class matter. One year in advance costs 1.50, six months 50, and three months 50.
Admiral George Dewey writes in a navy periodical that Britain France and Germany could assemble stronger fleets for summer maneuvers than the U S small Bar Harbor fleet. He urges a bigger navy to shield coastlines and promote national prestige and safety, appealing to the Navy League to mobilize public opinion.
Justice J. L. Pack states he did not influence Frank Seamon to concede a larger property share to Mrs. Seamon. He emphasizes his position and denies any improper pressure in the division.
Lake Prairie township Democrats urge a convention at Pella City Hall on Saturday October 3 1903 at 7 30 p m to choose delegates to the county convention nominate a township trustee and handle other business per the Committee’s order. They note political commentary on US policy toward Beirut and praise President Roosevelt’s decisive act.
A neighboring town's youth died on Des Moines streets after epilepsy worsened by drunkenness. His obituary notes his faults yet praises his character, blaming strong drink as his worst enemy and citing a lack of will to resist temptation amid evil companions.
Marshalltown TR argues personal accountability over moralizing society after a death linked to drunkenness and dissolute living. It condemns the saloon and bagnio as mere effects, blaming patrons and urging self control, punishment, and removal of excuses to guard against evil companionship and temptation.
Trustworthy person sought to manage a well established house with solid finances in the county and surrounding territory. $20 cash salary plus expenses paid weekly by check from headquarters. Expense money advanced. Permanent position. Apply 610 Monon Bldg Chicago Ill 26 32.
In Iowa Marion county District Court September Term 1903 A M Lovell sues Sarah W Bowdle Jane Winder F W Crumpton and others to quiet title to East 50 feet of North 92 feet of lots 7 and 8 block 59 Pella. Plaintiffs claim defective deeds cloud title and seek corrective conveyances and a decree quieting title with final judgment. Defendants may appear before noon of the next regular term in Knoxville to defend or face default. Gro J Thomassen attorney for plaintiff. 24-29.
Opening sale of lots in three new townsites on the Omaha extension of the Chicago Great Western Railway will occur on September 8 in Tennan Shelby Co Iowa September 15 in Bent ley Pottawattamie Co Iowa and September 22 in McClelland Pottawattamie Co Iowa One fare to Fort Dodge from all points on the CGW by Special trains from West Dodge to townsites fare 1000 round trip Special trains from Council Bluffs to townsites fare 50 cents round trip For full particulars see bills or address Edwin B Magill Manager Townsite Dept Fort Dodge Ia
The advert praises DeWitt's Witch Hazel salve as superior to counterfeit products. W. S. Ledbetter of Shreveport La reports one box cured him after other remedies failed. It claims effectiveness for blind bleeding itching and protruding piles and urges purchase at druggists.
World famous salve claims marvels on cuts boils burns sores and many skin conditions with guaranteed cure. Available for 75 cents at Henry M Langerak druggist.
Distress after eating plagued Greensburg Louisiana judge W T Holland who reports indigestion lasting an hour with restless nights. He credits Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with complete relief and improved sleep. Sold by all druggists.
An old soldier J. J. Havenis of Versailles Ohio, bedridden with kidney disease, found relief after trying Electric Bitters. He states he is on the road to complete recovery. The ad promotes Bitters as best for liver and kidney troubles and bowel complaints, guaranteed by Henry M. Langerak, a local druggist. The notice also invites printing services.
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