Epidemic confusion over chickenpox and smallpox tale
A Waterloo Reporter item about John Sims of 1525 Mast Fourth Street claiming a 40 year old case of chickenpox sparks reader memories of a 1904 Butler County outbreak. The letter notes adults and children confusing the diseases and recalls James Shorter, who never had chickenpox yet showed chickenpox symptoms late in life, while a former soldier treated smallpox patients, highlighting old debates on immunity and diagnosis. The piece also touches on political talk and partisan rhetoric surrounding public notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Sims
Mast Fourth Street
Coster
Butler County
Waterloo
James Shorter
Town and Township Notes From Iowa Valley
Weekly Iowa province update records visits, schooling, sickness, and farm news across towns. Neighbors Mrs Henry Bras and Leta Tippey attend graduations while families travel to Waterloo and Dubuque. Local illnesses, shipping of cattle, roller skating party, and sugar beet acreage plans reflect community life in Bremer County and surrounding areas.
Local Notes From Readlyn and Nearby Towns
Attorney Sanger of Waverly visited on Wednesday while Herman Thraw reported active ice house work in Readlyn. Mrs Carberry traveled to care for her granddaughter arriving Wednesday morning at the Ay W. Bandy home. Chas Lehmkuld visited Maynard with family on Sunday. Miss Sophia Bahe returned from Minnesota to visit her parents, and Mesdames Kehoe Bolte and Herman Tridt shopped in Waverly Saturday. Fred Meyer and Mr and Mrs H A Griese traveled to Oelwein Thursday for the creamerymen’s event. The Reidlyn Creamery Co harvest fee was noted. Gan WD Winegar was a Waverly caller Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.C. Walker
Waterloo
Grippe
Breyor Bordner
Dakotas
Catholic Church
Thos. Cunningham
Father Creney
Independence
Father Caeney
I. J. Horsfield
Sam Hallman
M.C. Irang
Mabel Pits
Jesse Ocha
Herman Buttke
South Barkota
Ike
Felton Kies
Nick Kies’ Jr
Evergreen Hotel
Dehs
Twin Bridges
Montana
Jesse Ochs
Migs
Turner
Hallman’s Hall
Littleton
Tra Alberta
F. R. Place
Isity
Carberry
Mesdames Kehoe, Bolte
Herman Tridt
Herman Thran
Oelweln Sat
Local notes from town and surrounding area
Saturday visitors included Sam Slutte from Oslwetp reviewing local real estate. Pearl of Denver shipped three cars of fat steers. Gust-Thran of Westgate helps harvest the ice crop. A Yeo, new Judge at Grove Hill, spoke Monday night. Miss Lillian Clark hosted Denver visitors Sunday. J H Dunham sold restaurant property for land in Minnesota. Mr and Mrs Fred Dickman Jr welcomed a baby girl. Tiedt family attended a relative’s funeral in Oelwea Monday. Wm Olrogge traveled to Westgate Friday and bought steers from F R Winegar. Fred Kraft is sidelined with grippe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Slutte
Oslwetp
Pearl
Denver
Gust-Thran
Westgate
Yeo
Grove Hill
Lillian Clark
J. H. Dunham
Minnesota
Young Life Ended Son of Jake Griffith Buried Friday
Charles Griffith son of Mr and Mrs Jake Griffith died Wednesday in Independence from epilepsy first affliction since childhood. He was buried Friday at Fairview after services likely from the Griffith home. He leaves a family including Mrs Jane Griffith and brothers and sisters in this city. Burial planned at Fairview.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Grifith
Jake Griffith
Independence
Towne
Watarlos
Dedy
O'Keefe
Griffith
Charles
Grifith
Waterso
Perlexuts
Jane Griffith
BM. Bandfield
Fairview
Water Company Opposed to Rail Tracks On River Front
G R Henderson of the water company explains that Illinois Central cannot gain permission to occupy river front grounds with side tracks. The company owns lands facing the river with a pumping station and reservoir between, and laying tracks around the reservoir would risk collapse. While rail traffic needs more storage, the matter must be deferred for now due to danger to the reservoir and system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sition
G. R. Henderson
The
Water Company
Illinois Central
Damage suit over trolley accident settled for $100
The case of Hugene Burk versus the Waterloo Cedar Falls and Northern rail way company, started in fall 1906, has been settled out of court with the company paying $100 in full damages. Burk alleged a trolley wire fault caused an electric shock and injuries as he stood in the car vestibule. The action was handled by Court-Tight and Arbuckle. Also, John Seuffert petitioned for W. F. Reusch to be guardian for 76-year-old Mrs. Auta Seufert, owner of a 169 acre Blackhawk county farm and notes worth $2,500. hearing likely in February term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugene Burk
Waterloo, Cedar Falls
Taois Central Railway
Mulberry Street
Arbuckle
Guardian
John Seuffert
W. F. Reusch
Auta Seuffert
Blackhawk County
Bryan visit looms in New Jersey Democratic rift
In Trenton New Jersey efforts by regular Democrats aim to blunt William J Bryan’s visit and steer a solid Bryan delegation to Denver. The Progressive Democratic League vows to back Bryan despite opposition from old-line Democrats. A Newark dinner features Senator John Daniel, seen as anti Bryan, as Be Teague plans to showcase Bryan. Separate smallpox quarantine hits John Keegan’s Eagle township home after George Marshall’s illness linked to a lunch counter.
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Trenton
N. J
Reguar
Democratic State Committee
William J Bryan
New Jersey
Progressive Democratic League
Bryan
Denver
Newark
Jit
Senatar John Daniel
Virginia
Axl
Tol
State Committee
Progressive League
Teague
Mr. Bryan
Jersey City
Passaic
John Keegan
Eagle Township
George Marshall
Mcroy Brothers
Mr. Mar- Shall
Keegan
Waterloo Iowa Market Prices for Livestock and Produce
Readouts from Waterloo market show readjusted horse prices easing sales and midweek activity steady. Cattle, hogs, and poultry prices sit at steady ranges with buyers and sellers rebalancing after a slump. Grain and hay demand remains brisk with steady to firm quotations across oats corn and hay. Local reports note lighter receipts and strong demand for high quality stock. The dairy and butter markets hold firm. flour prices show steady demand amid rising overall sales. Local names include East Wilton and Oklahoma City visitors observed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Iowa
Gamners Peesee
Springer
Heart Cure Ad Promotes Dr Miles Heart Cure Nerves
A vintage advertisement extols Dr Miles Heart Cure as a tonic for heart nerves and muscular structure, claiming quick relief from short breath, chest pain, palpitations, and fluttering. The copy cites personal testimony from a Kentucky resident and notes local druggists sell the product with a refund on the first bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Maes
St. Covina
Wes
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Gabriel
Torberj
Kifne
Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Henry Bras
Waterton
Leta Tippey
Cora Rector
John Berlin
Hy Dammerman
Henry Nolting
Dunkerton
Finderknecht
Geos Honninghavs
Wheatland
Momdé
Joe
Rudolph Schneider
Gunther
Ladies Aid Society
Fuchs
George Meyer
Amelia Beyer
Waverly
Rey, Krum
Ohn Hominghans
Prestein
Joh Hageman
John Heldeman
Tripoli
Waverly Demoérat
Hanson
Waverly Junction
Dogpital
Fridday
Jesup
J. J. Horsfeld
Ralph Young
Cedar Rapids
Messrs
Considine and Comfort
Abs
Harold
Walter Shoemaker
CG. A. Marsh
Frank Wesselty
Conservatory of Music
Hey
Fred
Miller
Dubuque
Jay Hohl
Bremer County News
Charles Hirleman
Iowa Sugar Co
Nutting
Thompson
Burt Wilkinson
Shutter
City of
James Kidd
A. Bacher
Dr. King
W. V. Henry
Panama
Iupra
Wangler Bros’ Drug
McLaughlin
G.H. Eighmey
H. Kascht
Moothart
L. Belt
Popham Bros
F. J. Korlh
J. H. Wise
Garland & Wilcox
Metsch & Rath
Woodruff & Morgan
Anderson
N. M
Fairview Cemetery
W., G.,f. &N. Railway
Castoria
Mihi
Bie
What Is
LOGAL
Chicago
Ujing
Sheen
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Wangler’ Bros
Mrs. Chas. Densmore
Oklahoma City
Mira, J. T. Densmore
Mies Nettle
Miles Medical Co
Kikhart, Ind
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