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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Herald

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1903

Page

5

Remains of missing farmer brought home after identification

Henry Broer a farmer near Stubbard disappeared mid January after buying a Tama ticket. Lincoln authorities identified an embalmed body found near Norfolk as his, confirming the death and allowing burial in his home churchyard after a clear the mystery and notes of happy family life.

Henry Broer Slenry Broer Stubbard Alden Tama L. H. Broey Lincoln Nebraska L. H Norfolk Ned L. T H. Broer Wabbard LL. H Jardin County L. Tr. Broer

Purcell Practice Limited to Eye Ear Nose Throat

Dr. B. E. Purcell announces practice limited to eye, ear, nose and throat at Emer Hospital on March 10 and 24 with appointments available for such consultations.

B. E. Purcell Emer

Land for sale in Walworth county Iowa by J D Newcomer

A Good Full Section of land in Walworth county J D well located. Wall under cultivation balance pasture. Good small house well windmill and stable. An abundance of water for silk. Land and improvements even more than I claim for them. Price 11.00 per acre. If you are Interested write me J D Newcomer Eldora Iowa.

Walworth County J. D J.D. Newcomer Eldora Iowa

Schumann Lady Quartet Impresses Crowded Wisner House

The Schumann Lady Quartet delighted a packed Wisner Opera House crowd Tuesday night with all numbers encored. Elma B. Smith starred, delivering original readings in a distinctive style that made her a big hit and drew repeated recalls.

Schumann Opera House Rock Rapids Tribune Elma B. Smith Janesville Wis Gazette

Mrs Shirley Dead at Home in Sault Ste Marie

Mrs. Shirley M J Shirley of Hidora died at her home in Sault Ste Marie Michigan on March 6 1003 after a three day illness from blood poisoning She leaves a husband and three children and was a well known citizen with many friends in the city her sudden death prompts reflections on life’s uncertainty.

Sault Ste Marie Mich M. J. Shirley

Would Be Sheriff Candidate Faces Gop Field

W A Smith, returning from Belle Plaine, enters the sheriff race before the Republican primaries. Eldora Republicans largely back T W Scurry, the region's recognized candidate, making Smith's prospects doubtful. The Herald notes Smith may still announce after surveying the field.

W. A. Smith Belle Plaine the Herald Eldora T. W. Scurry Mr. Smith Ierald

Citizens Bank Offers Time Deposits and Farm Loans

Eldora Iowa bank led by President J I Hardin markets time deposits and farm loans with reliable abstracts of tithe, emphasizing low interest and local reliability.

J. I. Hardin Eldora, Iowa

Peck's Bad Boy at Wisner March 26

The notice invites all ages to Wisner on Thursday March 26 to see Peck's Bad Boy perform. A mischievous youth will showcase new practical jokes and entertain the crowd, promising a memorable amusement for both young and old.

Peck Wisner

640 Acre Real Estate Bargain in Campbell County

A snap in real estate offers 640 acres in Campbell County with nearly 200 cultivated, the rest grass but all tillable on smooth prairie. Deep soil equal to any land, post office two miles away, good frame house worth 1200 and a frame granary 200 with well and stable. Priced at 12.50 per acre with easy terms. For details contact J D Nagweomer via Davis & Moser.

Campbell County J.D. Nagweomer Eldora Iowa

Purely Personal Pots and Local Social Roundup

A dense social column from Fort Dodge Iowa 1903 recounts visitors residents and travel plans. Notables include L O Bliss of Iowa Falls Mrs Geo Lane ill O T Miller of New Providence Sen M J Furry and others visiting court and town Miss Stewart of Waterloo guest of Dr G A Stewart Mrs Fannie Duren home from Onawa cataloging library books An outline of travel plans for Mrs C M Duren and daughter to Italy and Palestine with hoped return mid September.

Latest fashion notes loose coat of ten cloth

A winter wearable feature, the pale tan cloth coat is trimmed with filet lace and Corticelli silk. Wide flaring sleeves show narrow folds and machine stitching. A bright red wool wrap with a white gown completes a versatile wardrobe set for day and evening wear. Black taffeta or peau de soie wraps offer alternatives with lace or embroidery accents.

Great spring tonic boosts blood and vitality

Ad promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as a spring tonic that drives out impurities and fills the body with warm tingling life. Sold for 35 cents by Elsworth Drug Co.

Rocky Mountain Elsworth Drug Co

Highly Pleased With Dr Talley Bi Focus Glasses

Mrs James Walker reports satisfaction with bi focal glasses fitted by Dr Talley. The glasses meet reading and distance needs and are recommended for others seeking optical services.

Dr Talley Receives Strong Commendation for Glasses

In Eldora on March 9 1903 Mas T T Davis commends Dr Talley for fitting glasses that suit both reading and distance, saving the need for two pairs and recommending the doctor to friends.

Eldora Town Talley Mas. T. T. Davis

Mr. Sheckels Dies After Overdose Incident

W R Sheckels, once reported by The Herald as critically ill from laudanum, died Friday night at 11. The funeral was held Sunday at 2 30 p m at the late home conducted by Krev J J Clyde pastor of the Congregational church. Survived by wife a daughter and two sons all but one son were present. The article expresses condolences to the grieving family.

W.R. Sheckels Herald Krev J. J. Clyde Congregational Church

Remarkable Eye Lenses by Dr Talley Benefit Patient

Jos era Hoover reports years of vision trouble and poor results from many opticians before consulting Dr Talley. He praises the fitted lenses as satisfactory in every way and urges others to seek his services for clear improvement.

Talley A. Miller JosEra Hoover

Adjoining Braddock area offers pasture land for sale

In Emmons county North Dakota two full and two half sections of pasture land with abundant water for stock are offered at ten dollars per acre. The land is described as a rare bargain on a ranch near by with several other ranches in the county. For more information contact Drake & Newcomer Radcliffe or Eldora Iowa.

Butler County the Star Clarksville Star Braddock Emmons County North Dakota Immons North Daota Drake & Newcomer Radcliffe Eldora Iowa

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