Longtime Marriage Petition Seeks Divorce and 60000 Estate
Mrs. H Chile Bolte of Glasgow files a divorce over eighteen years of alleged cruel treatment. The couple married June 3, 1881 in Bremer County and built a 360 acre farm plus Glasgow business holdings valued around 60000. Temporary alimony of 1000 and equal property division to 30000 each, plus custody and injunction against the husband. Another divorce petition from Mrs. Etta Allen cites drunkenness and cruel treatment, seeking custody of Helen and Ruth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bremer County
Lena Botte
Dora
Fred
Henry
Sarah
John
George
Miss
Etta Allen
Harvey Allen
St. Louis
Helen
Ruth
Watson at Springfield in riot protection role
Charles Watson former police officer and now chief detective for the IHoig Central railroad based in East St. Louis spent hours in Springfield to safeguard the railroad’s interests amid race riots. He led detectives, aided state officials including Gov. Deneen, and earned strong commendation for his ordered, effective work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Watson
Ihoig Central Railroad
East St. Louis
Springfield
Deneen
Watson
Waterloo
Mrs William Scott Dies After Lightning Shock
Mrs Scott dies following two lightning strikes that shocked her in rapid succession. Her death was reported after she endured a pair of severe electrical shocks, with local officials confirming the fatal injury.
Large Benton estate settled after death in 1910s Vinton
The Benton county settlement of J W Lorimer's estate, valued around 206000 with 1750 acres in Cedar township and 40000 cash, was finalized out of court among widow and five sons. Each son received one fifth of the land and 6500 dollars, the widow 14000 plus an annual income of 250 from each farm. The case notes the unusual out-of-court settlement despite no will. Also reported: Mrs Win Scott of Vin ton died after being struck by lightning twice within two weeks, leaving two children and a husband. Canning factories in Vinton announce large upcoming corn pack and modernization to processing plants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinton
Win
Scott
Colorado
Cuchara Junction
Sha
Imra
Ree
Vin- OD
Benton County
J. W. Lormer
Mt. Auburn
Cedar Township
Lormer
United States
Markets Today and Local Notices From Waterloo Chicago
The page blends Chicago cash grain tables for Wheat and mixed commodity quotes with local notices. Chernyk & Son appeal a justice court wage ruling of 99 dollars with a countersuit. the matter moves to district court in September. Local notes include Amelia Stotte visiting Parker burg, and an advertisement from Elmdate Mills offering hydraulic press capacity and greeting customers in Waterloo Route 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsom Bros, & C
Waterloo
Chicago
Sant
Zeueh Crea
Aeig
Chernyk
X , Chernyk & Son
Justice Switzer
David I Rins Dutchman
Ils.son
Justice Court
District Court
Hydraulic Press Co
Mt. Gilead
Ohio
Elmdate Mills
Witcon Junction
TRICH
P.O. Addrase
Waterlo
Live Stock Market Report From Chicago August 20
The Chicago market opens fairly active and steady with cattle and sheep closing steady. Hogs show mixed to good demand with prices around six to six eighty five, while cattle reach higher at opening and steady at close. Joy Dexter of Toledo Iowa visits Cedar Falls and Nashua after a city stopover with Dr. and Mrs. C W Bruner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Himes
Sheen
Misa Joy Dexter
Toledo
Iowa
C. W. Bruner
Cedar Falla
Nashua
Gasper Shines In One-Hit Versus Oskaloosa Quakers
Gasper pitched a marvelous nine inning gem for Waterloo, allowing only a scratch single to Kensel and facing twenty seven batters. Waterloos offense struck early and held on for a 6-0 win at Oskaloosa, with Gasper fanning two and walking one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oskaloosans
Gasper
Oskaloosa
Quakers
Kensel
Weterlon
Ritzman
Waterloo
Burlington
Harris
Boda Yolivans
TOL Everett
Dowers
Coates
Toman
Moody
E Ritzman
Lewis
Pentington
Cruikshank
Foster
Curtis
Livette
Magee
Krueger
Lizette
Ritaman
Ritttman
Everett
Pennington
Drowning at Littleton Casts Shadow Over Town Picnic
Aug 19 report details a drowning of a 16 year old boy in the local river during a seaside outing near Jesup. Rescue efforts failed despite grappling hooks and drowning, and the boy’s remains were recovered by Albert Loebsack. The incident occurred amid a busy week of visits, picnics, and community events in Fairbank and surrounding townships.
Exhibit Worth Seeing From William Galloway Company
The William Galloway Company of Waterloo showcases farm implements at the state fair. The big tent exhibit includes the Galloway gasolide engine, steam separator, and wagon box mane spreader. The Galloway selling method offers an 86 day trial and a $25,000 guarantee bond behind every sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
William Galloway
Waterloo
Brant
Wm. Galloway
Galloway Company
Swamp-Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Healing Power
The ad argues kidneys weaken while overwork harms blood. promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a great kidney remedy that purifies blood, aids health, and benefits other organs. It promises a sample bottle and urges mentioning the paper for instructions, listing Binghamton NY address and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Bing
N.Y
Town Circus Delights Parade and Busy Week in Readlyn
An ideal day and a circus brought a large crowd to Readlyn with a lively street parade and an afternoon show well attended. Residents and visitors include Mrs. Herman Bowers, J. Beckins and Albert, Clara Timmerman, Wil Brooks, Mrs. A. Bandy, E.R. Jesse, Prof. Studier, Mr. Charles Dickman, Mayer Vanderwalker, Mrs. Henry Klemp, Dr. Brown, Dr. Gurnsey, Mr. Chris Mucijler, Will Olrogge, and the Knittle and Marsh families. A citizens meeting set Sept. 6 in Readlyn for a good old-fashioned celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ee Ee Aue
Herman Bowers
J. Beckins
Albert Sweat
Dubuque
Clara Timmerman
Des Moines
Wil Brooks
Waterloo
A. Bandy
Mr. Carberry
Helmond
E.R. Jesse
Littleton
Prof. Studier
Charles Dickman
Old Settlers
Fairbank
R. Haundlesee
Chicago
Mayer Vanderwalker
Henry Klemp
Waverly
Hodges
J. W. Hough
Dr. Brown
Gurnsey
Hoesen
Schafer
Chris Mucijler
Will Olrogge
Westgate
Knittle
Marsh
Charles Lemkuhl
Harms
Neadlyn
Harvest Home Picnic Draws Large Attendance at Eagle Center
The twelfth annual Harvest Home Picnic, held under Catholic auspices at Eagle Center, drew wide crowds from Waterloo and nearby towns. A day of sociability, a hearty dinner, and a spirited junior ball game followed by a speech from Attorney A. H. McCoy praising farm life and local enterprise marked the event’s success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Center
Catholic Church
Waterloo
Laporte
Dysart
Hudson
Bajl
Brownies
I Bogle Center
H. McCoy
St. Louis
Cruikshank Fence Enterprise Highlighted in Waterloo
The Cruikshank fence system project is profiled with founder Cruikshank, 4% years old, his world travels, and his 1,000 sera farm in Ohio. J M Hamilton of Bellefontaine, vice president, promotes scientific farming and fencing. Stephen A Engelbard, general manager, brings two decades of business experience. H. Fuller Wallace aids with quarrying and treasurer duties. W J Bloomer handles publicity as the booklet promoting the venture is released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Cruikshank
Waterloo
J. M. Hamilton
Bellefontaine
Waterloo Farm Fener Co
Stephen A. Engelbard
Engelbard
Engelhard
Jd. Fuller Wallace
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Mag.h. C. Bolte
H. Chile Botte
Glasgow
Bolte
Mt. Verna
Hmite
Curt
Mt. Vernon
WM. Scott
Old Vinton
D. W. Lorimer
Amelia Stotte
Parkers
Burg
Edward Cathe
Miss Stotte
Antes- Jaffy
Pet
Quincy OL
Rheokuleter
Hotthmwa
KewWapea Varee
Oe Sesay
Bramla Weepie
Warren
Vairbank Township
Charles Pratt
L. J. Winteroud
Oelwein
Graf
George Curtis
Independence
Burrell Party
Jesup
Henderson
Misiinee
Loo
Grower
Guy Hitchings
Littletom Messie
Wilson
Odell
E. S. Allen
Triumph
Allen
Josie Stearns
Olive Stevenson
Kingsbury
Odgerton
Minn
Chester
Charles
Minnie Barclay
Pitt
Searls’ Grove
Oel- Wein
Minnesota
Harclay
Isther
Lle Purdy
Pecenny
W. W. Carlton
Tom Potts
Robert Raines
First National Bank
Saurday
Aurora
Searts’ Grove
Frank Roberts
Dil McQuey
Bert Schurtzer
Ray Westcott
Ray Bishop
Frank” Roberts
G. W. DeMill
F. G. Robert
Albert Loebsack
Dr.Shimer
F.C. Robert
Youug
Hannah
Christopher Cook
Ics
Sesup
Maggie Harter
Mary Minton
Grinnell
Hol. Anderson
Refifield
Geo
Rehberg
W. L. Fox
H. G. McGlaughlin
Elsie
Glatys McGlaughlin
Edmund Gallup
Mr. Gallup
Pennsylvania
Mrs. Isaacs
Simon Walker
Clint Halts
Ed. Sankey
Pearl Walker
Sankey
Iin
Delwe
Carlis House
Roy ‘Cook
Herbert Swan
Miss Jayne
Miss Morse
Washington, D. C
Miller
Miss Denny
Jeanp
TP. Potts
Curlew
Mr. Potts
Nebraska
Kincaid Homejstead
M. E. Church
Mason City
M. E
J. H. McCanlogue
J. G. Moss
Daughout
J. J. Rainbow
Miriam Marsh
C. T. Kimbal
Boltes Weiser
Jelm Hile
Hazel Hubbard
Tuther Win Hubbard
Ladies Aid Society
J. M. Barger
Walker
Hartman~ Place
Bert Cox
Nevin Shane
Jay Hon
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Reeport
Freeport
Jesups
Epworth Leasne
H. R. Houser
Barclay
Rogers
Daniel Main
Chisago
Misa Miller
J. H. Hubbard
Ana Lyons
McLaughlin
C. H. Bighmey
H. Knecht
Merlech & Rath
Woodraft & Morgan
J. H. Wise
TH. Wise
Garland & Wilcox A
H. Pinkerton
F. J. Korin
Harvest Home
Samvit Les
Gem City Business College
Quincy
D. L. Musselman
Khinols
Miles
U.S
Avant
Hiyang
Frank Bnyder
Louise Lewellrn
Powell
Garth Dakota
Attias
Fallra Ane'peiea
Old A Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Infante
LSE
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