County Sheriff Takes Charge After Insanity Adjudication
Sheriff Joe Payne arrives to handle McLaughlin who showed signs of insanity southeast of town. His brother from Anita vouched for him. McLaughlin was declared insane by county officials but remains at home awaiting potential hospital admission. Farther incidents include a near-tragic railway crossing accident at Robt Swindler's place injuring a boy but leaving him unharmed in the buggy.
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Joe Payne
McLaughlin
Wentelly
McLaghlin
Anita
Cou- IG
McLaughlis
Redfield Clipper
Dygert
Jake Dygert
Robt
Panora Vedette
Adnan Cross
Guiding Star
Chardan Reporter
Jim
Jefferson Souveni
Due Cross
Murray
Jan
Grand Junction
Cross Brothers
Climate and Crop Bulletin for Week Ended July 17 1899 Iowa
Official report notes warm humid unsettled weather with frequent showers in east central north central and south central districts. Rainfall overall not excessive for crop growth. haying delayed in one third to one half of state. much hay captured by rains. Drier conditions in other districts, harvest and haying progressing. corn, oats, rye, and other grains show good progress. crops steadily improving. potatoes pastures and garden truck doing notably well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
East Central
North Central
South Central
Uas
Woodward Waftings and Local Ball Games
From Enterprise reports visiting players D D McColl from Perry and J R Middleton from Des Moines attended games with Adel and BC club. A return game with Adel and a charity note on A L. Lee’s school house ad contract. Mrs A T Hart owns a rare night blooming cereus blooming Tuesday. Tobe Harlow survives a mouse incident at Burgess shop. Funeral crowd remembers Mr Harrison Sales. recent bereavements include Furst Ittle Marty and Gladon Sales. The community clings to faith amid loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R E Joy
Adel
D D. McColl
Perry
J &R. Middleton
Des Moines
Humeston
A J. Lee
Mcoll Bros
A T Hart
Tobe Harlow
Harrison Sales
Mrs Sales
Furst
Ittle Marty
Gladon
Panther Items From a Damaged Page
The fragment mentions Miss Bertha Stine and Mrs. Wesley Belzyshouser in illness, a hospital doctor’s limited hope, Chas Hofimchie boasting about beating neighbors, Mr and Mrs Win Gids with a sick daughter Ray Losg, and widespread whooping cough and other diseases. It also notes Norman Eby and Henry Mesers ill and Sam Book with wife planning to move east.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Belzyshouser
Chas. Hofimchie
Win
Marriage of Prof H Ireland and Miss Dorcas Briggs in Dallas county
The Des Moines Leader notes the marriage of Professor H. Ireland and Dorcas Briggs last evening at the Briggs home 1301 Locust Street Grimes area residents. The ceremony by Rev Flesher Plainville Indiana had 100 guests with floral decor of sweet peas carnations roses and smilax. The couple plan to move to Denver after a short wedding trip.
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Des Moines
Dallas County
Grimes
H. Ireland
Dorcas Briggs
J. G. Briggs
Locust Street
Smitax
Flesher
Plainaville
Lillian
Marie
Melvina Davis
Shope
Ireland
Denver
Des Moines editor extols Yankton battery in Perry game writeup
Crackers. Cottman, Des Moines News sporting editor, praises Yankton’s battery Blinken Partridge and Buttercup Mick McCarrick in a Perry game preview. He describes Partridge as a top West player with a deep gutteral voice and wild chatter that riles umpires but pleases crowds. Mick is fierce yet undiplomatic, a sharp catcher who fancies blunt justice over arbitration, while his flaming red hair and freckled face are noted as trademarks.
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As Cottman
Exty
Des Moiines News
Perry
Yankton
Yankton Battery
Coff
Blinken Partridge
Buttercup
Mick
McCarrick
Partridge
West
Spa Terror
Iva
Blinken
Exposition an Assured Success in Omaha
The Greater America Exposition in Omaha operates successfully despite past difficulties. Reports to this paper say Omaha remains united in its support, marking a strong start for the event and its goals.
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Omaha
Exhibition pages brim with features and grand lagoon display
The report notes full exhibit space with all stalls occupied. The Cuban and Hawaiian villages await inspection while the War Bahilit and Indian Congress are among many special features on view daily. The lagoon night scene shines brilliantly, the Midway impresses, but the main tent offers the standout spectacle.
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Wbtpine
Parn
Indian Congress
Heating Churches Aboard Yaryan System In Mattoon Illinois
A Mattoon pastor extols a Yaryan heating system for churches and public buildings. He compares costs with traditional steam, noting lower running expenses, no smoke or dust, rental options, and constant warmth with reduced janitorial concerns. The letter highlights insurance savings and the ease of hosting external events amid a fire risk free, odorless operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattoon
Bridget
Yaryan
Wesleyan Quartette Coming to MEL Church Concert
The Epworth League hosts the famed Nebraska Wesleyan Quartette of Lincoln on July 27 at the MEL church. J Ireland is first tenor and whistler, F W Farmer is second tenor, W E Rose is baritone, W F Liandett is bass, with Prof. O E Locker as conductor. The group makes its ninth appearance in one town on this trip, a strong endorsement. Prices are 25 cents for adults and 15 cents for children, expected to draw a full house.
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Epworth League
Nebraska Wesleyan Quartette
Lincoln
J. Ireland
F. W. Farmer
W. E. Rose
W. F. Liandett
O. E. Locker
Amendments Adopted to Perry Telephone Company Articles
The notice records amendments to the Articles of Incorporation of the Perry Telephone Company Iowa on May 1 1899. Changes include replacing par value with twenty thousand dollars and updating shares and indebtedness provisions. Officers Gro N Bawyerz and DMW Griswold sign as President and Secretary acknowledging amendments.
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Encot Pot
Perry
Leake
Thal
Perry Telephone
Pury Jowa
Perry ‘Telephone Company
Perry Teleephone Company
Lhe
Mourttoy Ag
Hawkeye Telephone Company
Artiles
Perry Telephone Company
Parry Telephone Company
Cures Neuralgia of the Stomach with Kad-Rhea Remedy
A J Kean of Grimes Town reports twenty five years of neuralgia and nervous headache relief after starting Kad-Rhea last December Local testimonial notes no recent troubles and encourages others to ask their druggist. A separate quip says Jack refused marriage unless the best girl drank Rocky Mountain Tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A J Kean
Grimes
Town
Kad-Rhea
Maud
Jack
Rocky Mountain
Kidney Trouble Cured By Kid-Rhea Says Henry Johms
Des Moines Iowa resident Henry Johms of the Marris Emery Co reports years of back pains eased by Kid-Rhea. He used one bottle and claims it fully delivered on its promise, recommending it to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Johms
Marris- Emery Co
Des Moines
Iowa
Kid-Rhea
Ad Claim for Kid-Rhea Anti-Pain Tablets
An advertising claim touts Kid-Rhea Anti-Pain Tablets as perfectly harmless and nonpoisonous. It asserts the product cures headaches neuralgia toothaches and all pains. The price is listed at 25 cents.
Agents Wanted to Tore the Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey
The Dominion Company seeks writers to compose a detailed life of Admiral Dewey, described as the world’s greatest naval figure. The ad promises huge commissions, extensive illustrations, and a sizeable manuscript of about ten pages with figures. Located on the first floor of Caxon Bidz in Chicago.
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Admiral Dewey
Murat Halstead
Ouititires
Wnre Quick
The
Dominion Company
Ird
Classified House and Land Listings With Easy Terms
A former agent advertises multiple properties with prices and terms including a five room house for 350, a two room set with pantry, a four horse barn, and various farm and city plots. Offers include down payments, monthly balances, and trade options such as Dakota land or city property. The ad enumerates homes, lots, a kiln, and buggy harness with modest payments and near urban amenities.
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Eaby Terns
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Dallas
Book
Arthur Stine
Stuck
Cle
Official Report of
Iowa Weather and Crop Service
Woodward Waftings
Panther
Bertha Stine
Ray Losg
Norman Eby
Henry Mesers
Sam Book
Eeard
Cate Fam
Briggs
J. Pattee
Allen Breed
J. Holmes
First National Bank
Copres
National Park Bank
New York
Citizens’ Natonal Bank
D J Pattee
N. Matt
Alen Bred
W.T. Holmes
Joan Clements
ML. Mood
Plett
SM Holmes
W. . McCammon
Foreign
Bratts
Wesleyan Quartette
Eureka
Bea
Stardard
Dallas Conn
F. Ff
Grand Junction Am
Tether City
Pearmiend
Petty
P.O
Baltimore
J. W. Russell & Co
W. H. Chandler
Dodson
Pinkham
Lreziz Coceway
Wayland
Prsagam
Lydia E. Pinkham
C. D Morris
Louisburg Square
Boston
Mass
P. Cc. Rude
Mooil Dumber
Rock Island Depot
Pyar’ i
Sheldahl & Shenton
Cun
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