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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Herald

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1909

Page

2

Taft Trip Near End as He Concludes Western Tour

President Taft finishes a long western southern journey with a Wilmington visit and speeches in Augusta Florence and Norfolk. He will reach Washington Wednesday night ending the 13 000 mile trek and will depart again for Middletown New Haven Norfolk and Hampton before returning. His message to Congress remains outlined with key aims on interstate commerce antitrust and financial legislation.

Wilmington N. C Navy Taft Augusta Gov. Brown Gov Ansel South Carolina Fair Grounds Florence S. G Richmond Washington Middletown Conn Shanklin Wesleyan University Yale Corporation New Haven Norfolk Hampton Congress Wickersham

Gimlet Burglar Is Killed In St Louis Shootout

In St Louis a longtime burglar known as the gimlet burglar was shot dead by a yard watchman named William S Mannion near Col Batdorf s residence after being surprised during a break in at James Kavanaugh s home. The dead man s identity was not established and a gimlet was found on him used to bore holes in window shutters. Conference of American Rabbis in New York opens with Rabbi David Phillipson and Rabbi Samuel Schulman delivering addresses as sessions run through November 17.

St. Louis William S. Mannion Edwin A. Batdarf James Kavanaugh Batdorf Conference of American Rabbis New York Central Conference of American Rabbis Savoy Hotel David Phillipson Cincinnati Diaiy Temple Eth Eh Samuel Schulman

No Association Claimed Between Abruzzi Duke and Heiress

Nov 9 report quotes Duke d Abruzzi denying ties to Miga Sath ayine Hiking and ending speculation of a romance with the American heiress, said to have occurred in the presence of officials.

Miga Sath Ayine d’Abruzed

Mrs Astor Granted Interlocutory Divorce Decree

New York reports Mrs John Jacob Astor received an interlocutory divorce decree from Justice Mills in a sealed, uncontested case. The wife is to receive about 1 million dollars in lieu of alimony and custody of daughter Muriel, seven, with possible custody for son William Vincent, 17. Col Astor winds west aboard yacht Nourmahal with his son.

New York John Jacob Astor Justice Mills Supreme Court New York City N. Y Charles Young Mills Rockland County Young Col. Astor West Indies Nourmahal

Better Cities Their Aim At Sixteenth Municipal Improvements Meet

Hundreds of experts in city management gathered in Little Rock for the sixteenth annual convention of the American Society of Municipal Improvements. Acting Mayor Touhey and H. J. Remmel welcomed delegates as committees discussed parks water supply and other municipal problems. A plant tour is planned for tomorrow morning and Memphis hosts will entertain Friday.

Little Rock Ark American Society of Municipal Improvements James Owen Montclair N. J John H. Touhey H. J. Remmel Board of Trade William Solotaroff East Orange N. Y J. A. Harper Kansas City Morris R. Sherrerd Newark Lucien Buck Canton N. C Memphis Business Men's Club

Welcome for Heinze Draws 4000 in Butte Return

Four thousand citizens greet F A Heinze on his return to Butte Montana after two years away. Stalwart followers line the streets as he rides in with illuminated crossings and two large welcome signs. County Attorney Walker reads a city welcome in place of the absent mayor Nevin before a reception.

Butte Mont Augustus Heinze Nevin Walker Heinze Feinze

King Manuel Visits Spain for Week With Alfonso

King Manuel of Portugal arrived in Madrid and was warmly received by King Alfonso. The two monarchs will spend a week together before Manuel proceeds to England to woo Princess Alexandra of Fife. Security was tightened with troops along routes and guards at the palace. Carrie Nation fined in New York for leading anti saloon demonstration. fined ten dollars in court.

Madrid Manuel Portugal Alfonso England Alexandra of Fife Carrie Nation New York

Lumber Fire Destroys 3 Million Feet in Garnet Michigan

A massive blaze in Garnet, Michigan, burned three million feet of pine and hemlock owned by Hudson Lumber Company. The origin is suspected incendiary. The fire occurred near Manistique on November 9, with Garnet located about 40 miles east of the city.

Manistique Mich Hudson Lumber Company Garnet, Mich Here

North battleship accident claims 16 year old life

Boston on November 9 reports John Souden aged 16 died in an incident aboard the battleship North which had reduced speed during a movement. The event details remain scant as authorities investigate the mishap aboard ship.

Boston John Souden North

A Novel Shower and Wedding Shower Tales

A hostess stages a novelty shower for a December bride with hidden gifts in room treasure hunts. Guests uncover wrapped articles, later crafting them into practical items while enjoying English muffins and tea. A second feature describes a gilded fiftieth anniversary party with yellow decor and sentiment postcard cards for guests.

Care of the Table Linen Keeps Linen Neat and Lasting

The article stresses neat storage to protect table linen quality. Proper rolling on pasteboard rollers saves space and prevents wrinkling. Flat-lying centerpieces belong in a full-sized box or portfolio lined with linen or crash. A handmade portfolio from tan fabric protects and organizes linens in a napkin drawer.

Fashion Notes From The Season Show Opal Matrix and Crepe Blouses

Skeleton bodies are popular and opal matrix fads appear. Japanese wash silks draw love, voltage colorings abound, and enormous black cherries decorate hats. Coats for girls’ suits are plain. Parisian novelty hides a hand tucked waist and hemi stitched collars. Heats and skirts align, crepe blouses feature Irish crochet lace and Swiss embroidery adds strong effects.

Invited Testimonials for Lydia E. M's Vegetable Compound

An array of names and addresses across multiple states and cities invite women with ailments to write for testimonials claiming Lydia E. M. s Vegetable Compound cures. The list includes many correspondents from Chicago to Philadelphia, with scattered mentions of conditions like Change of Life and Maternity troubles, alongside diverse locales and street addresses.

Lydia E.m Chicago Aiwalra Alvens Sperling Langdon Lindley Inds Mre May Fry Keinsley Kans Stella Gifford Beaman Beott N.Y Barter Cornwallville Wm. Boughton Cincinnati Housh Milwaukee Wis Emma Linse South Bend Ind Fred Certis Lafayette Straat Noah Kentucky Liette Foland Sarah Lousiguant Paterson N.J Somerville Himburgh Avenue Philadelphia K. E. Garrett North Garnet Street Kewaskum Carl Dahlke Mogadore Ohioventrs Lee Manges Dowittville

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