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Newspaper
Perry Advertiser
Location
Perry, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1898
Page
4
A fragment from a historical page shows odd characters and stray price indicators like 25C and 50¢. The readable portions suggest price notes or a catalog snippet but lack full context, leaving unclear product names or dates.
An elderly veteran recalls Civil War era travel and rations versus modern soldiers on the overland route to Des Moines and Chicago. He contrasts hard tack and sow belly with today’s meals, while noting age of box cars and sleepers. Reports from Omaha expo builders praise the fair, and Camp McKinley hosts a Snap Shot artist visit. Des Moines women sew pillows for soldiers as many prepare to head to the front or the Philippines.
Epworth League assembly at Colfax Iowa will run July 4th. The program features eminent speakers Bishop Rebeda Ninde John W Motte Rev Robi Meli Rev Eaton and Mass Isabel Garghill of Chicago. A rich singing program and traveling entertainers are planned as part of the annual event. secretary Rev C J English Colfas Iowa can supply details.
General Fitzhugh Lee, back from Havana, writes for McClure's Magazine June issue. He reviews Spanish life in Cuba as he observed it, drawing on his Havana Consul General duties, experiences, and impressions. The feature will be richly illustrated with photographs, many published in color.
Local items report Mr and Mrs Jolin planning a trip to northern Iowa and a summer absence after July, plus news of Geo Wo Grace’s death in Idaho after a long coma. Also notes on a Minneapolis St Louis rail special June 12, $3 round trip, and a feature on the American Monthly Review of Reviews June issue with commentary on the war and political appointments.
A damaged report from Camp Thomas, Chattanooga discusses regiments and equipment. It notes that a unit from Company B at 42 Parmenter will be among the first sent to the front, praising thorough equipping before deployment. A lieutenant and colonel are referenced in transit to camp, with a focus on readiness.
L V Harper traveled to Pilot Mound in Boone County to face the mayor on a case. A Johnston Skirts factory agent, arrested for peddling without a license, was held for trial but released after Harper argued local ordinances were weak. County Attorney Holmes prosecuted the case.
Sunday June 32 offers a popular trip to St Paul and Minneapolis. Special trains run via Minneapolis and St Louis R R leaving Argus at 11 19 PM Saturday night and returning Saturday night. Round trip fare is 3.00 with other rates 4 3 00. Baseball games in Minneapolis vs Columbus and St Paul vs Detroit available.
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