Industrial School at Eldora praised for reforms
A visit to the State Industrial School at Eldora highlights Superintendent L D Drake and his program of industrial training, trades education, and disciplined group life. The report notes student run businesses, a printing office, a monthly Echo newspaper, and a strong emphasis on citizenship, self-government, and reform. The piece urges broader adoption of Drake’s methods and reflects on the school as a model of manhood development.
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Iowa
Eldora
L. D. Drake
Iown
Drake
W. H. Sheakley
Industrial School Echo
Wm. Larrabee
Mason Slade
Ibis
Iowa Industrial School
Unc le Tom's Cab in at Wisner Opera House
Al W Martin presents Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin in Wisner with a grand production. The show features a large white company, trained bloodhounds, plantation songs, dances, and a Swanee Shine dance act, with scenery and electrical effects costing thousands.
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Wisner Opera House
al. W. Martin
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Martin
DeWitts Little Early Risers Praised as Mild Pills
A dated testimonial extols DeWitts Little Early Risers as mild and effective for all ages. The note claims the pills cleanse gently, suit children and delicate individuals, yet are strong enough for robust users. advertised by Smik Beed.
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DeWitt
Smik
Two Papers For One Bargain Offer From Eldora Herald
A limited time deal offers The Chicago Daily Tribune and The Semi-Weekly Herald for three dollars a year together, compared with regular yearly prices of four dollars for the Tribune and one hundred fifty dollars for The Herald. Existing subscribers receive one year extension. remittances go to The Herald, Eldora Iowa.
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Chicago Daily Tribune
Herald
Heralds
The
Tribune
Daily Tribune
Tribune Company
Eldora
Iowa
Eldora Public Library Opens With Warmth and Access
The Eldora Public Library announces fall and winter hours, daily including Sundays from 2:20 to 5:30 and evenings 7 to 9 except Sundays. It promises well lighted rooms, good order, and access to leading magazines and new books. Stephen Whited, President of the Board of Trustees, says the library welcomes all and aims to lead in public service.
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North American Review
Richard Olney
United States
Popular Science Monthly
Stephen Whited
Board of Trustees
Nevada man charged with forgery in estate scheme
A. J. Hinecker of Zearing was arrested on forgery charges after a preliminary hearing before Mayor McCall. Bound over to the grand jury on $300 bonds. Evidence suggests Hinecker used estate funds of widow Dakins and her two sons Manley and Howard, with six forged notes once linked to the estate and later denied by signatories. Notes reportedly vanished during investigation.
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Nevada Journal
A. J. Hinecker
Zearing
McCall
Hinecker
Dakins
Manley
Howard
Howard Dakins
Nichols
Wisner Opera House to Feature Uncle Tom's Cabin Co
Al W. Martin's World's Greatest Uncle Tom's Cabin Co. performs at the Wisner Opera House on Friday Oct 13 with a band orchestra directed by Prof Woody VanAnda. Showtimes at 4 pm and 7 15 pm include solos and marches by Remick Co pieces and selections featuring Cornet Solo and Trombone songs.
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al. W. Martin
Wisner Opera House
Woody VanAnda
Washington and
Marion
Opera House
Real Estate Transfers Listed for Iowa Falls Area
Real estate transfers filed include F E Carter to Emma Hein for acres in nw 33 87 21 valued at 2875 dollars. A J Cavana to R E Carlton It 10 bik 3 Bliss Riverside Park add Iowa Falls for 1250 dollars. Geo E Jackson to Frank Jackson west 11.5 bik 7 Owasa. W L Carter to F H Simpson It 4 bik 2 Iowa Falls for 2350 dollars. N R Knight to S P Johnson sw nw sw 20 88 19 350 dollars. Chas O Ryan to Raub McKim n 3 nw 11 88 21 for 86000 dollars.
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F. E. Carter
Emma Hein
A. J. Cavana
R. E. Carlton
Bliss Riverside Park
Iowa Falls
Geo. E Jackson
Frank Jackson
Owasa
W. L. Carter
F. H. Simpson
N. R. Knight
S. P. Johnson
Chas, O. Ryan
Raub McKim
Local visits spanning Iowa and Missouri families
A. Wentworth traveled to Oskaloosa for a short visit with relatives. Frank Putnam of Hartley spent several days at his cousin G. I. Cobb's home. Mrs. Guy Cobb and her son from Aurora Missouri visited her sister Mrs. R. W. Caster. Minnie Wenoworth and Mrs. C. B. Miller visited J. T. Walton's home near Lawn Hill on Saturday and Sunday.
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Frank Putnam
Hartley
Guy Cobb
Little Son
Aurora
Missouri
R. W. Caster
Minnie Wenoworth
C. B. Miller
J.T. Walton
Lawn Hill
Deafness Cure Claim From Catarrh Remedy Ad
An old advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures deafness caused by catarrh. It explains deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and mucous surfaces, promising $100 for uncured cases and directing readers to send for circulars. Includes product pitches for Hall's Family Pills and Toledo company contact.
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Shallenbeeer
Ball
Ravenswood
W. Va
Oowitt & OG
Ghigqago
Iucn
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Drugeiers
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Mojeson
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Ghie
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Pookie Ress
Pase Terefand
FER Medical Association
C. A, Swayze
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Boyueren Dave Company
Madison
Wis
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Oy Mall
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Aso
Sprague Cerrespentens School of Law
Majestic Bldz
Detroit
W.U. Tel. Co
Titute
Monroe St. Valparaiso
Ind
Industrial School
Start Drug Co
Eldora Public Library
Grand Jury
S. Grimes
Eldora Junction
A. Wentworth
Oskaloosa
Andrew Stevenson
Genevieve Hardin
Eldora Sylvester E. Allegor
Ellen D. Burr
S.eeee
Richland, Ind
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Annie Isebrand
Steamboat Rock
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Nal
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Inter Ocean
Howe Bang Rovers Milkee
Spraine
Pelraing
C. Fore
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Humphreys’ Medicine Co
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New York
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Soren
First National Bank
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Hubbard
Citizeng’ Bank
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