Sunshine Club Formed by Local Girls in Vicinity
A gathering of neighborhood girls organized a Sunshine Club with ten members led by Frances Dolinson as president Genevieve Maurer as vice president Lizzie Fulton as treasurer and Lena Maurer as secretary The group plans weekly meetings and continued member growth amid community events and visits by residents to friends and relatives nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson
Frances Dolinson
Genevie Maurer
Lizzie Fulton
Lena Maurer
Otton Johnson
Scared into sound health by kidney remedy claims
Mrs B F Kelley of Springfield Illinois writes of kidney and bladder trouble with severe headaches and poor digestion before using Foley Kidney pills. After a few weeks the headaches ceased and bladder function improved. The ad also promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as a vegetable regulator and tonic sold locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Kelley
Springfield
Foley
Ty Obaider
Follister
O. A. Bjorustad
Local Social News: Visits and Calls Across Towns
Lake Center J Hansen and wife and Walter visited Sunday at the Hagerty home. Ira Edington was a Spencer caller Monday. Mrs. C A Harback of Everly is spending a few days at the Chesley home. Cora Mason left Tuesday for Cedar Falls to attend summer school. Mrs. C H Marsh was a Terris caller Monday. Chas Cuhur spent Sunday with his sister Mrs 3 Tompson. Lewie Alvier was a business caller at Spencer Tuesday. St Bracy and wife and Mrs Bessie Porter attended the show at Spencer Tuesday. Mrs. Marsh spent Tuesday at the John Marienau home. Mr Mason was a Ruthven caller Tuesday. Tom Derry was a Dickens caller Wednesday. W H Dailey bought a driving team of George Rossiter Tuesday. Maude Welch of Motherville spent weekend with her parents J Welch and wife. Lew and Kin Grover with Hazel Debolt and Winfred Caverly were Ruthven callers Wednesday evening. J Hanson and P Christenson left for Minnesota last week. Myra Tompson spent Thursday at the Frank Smith home in Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Hansen
Walter
Hagerty Home
Ira Edington
Spencer
C. A. Harback
Everly
Chesley Home
Cora Mason
Cedar Falls
C. H. Marsh
Chas. Cuhur
3. Tompson
Lewie Alvier
St Bracy
Bessie Porter
Tom Derry
Dickens
W.H. Dailey
George Rossiter
Maude Welch
Motherville
J. Welch
Lew
Kin Grover
Hazel Debolt
Winfred Caverly
Ruthven
J. Hanson
P. Christenson
Minnesota
Myra Tompson
Frank Smith
Spencer News Clubbing List Offer
A rare opportunity to subscribe to multiple newspapers and magazines at discounted prices. The offer includes Des Moines Daily Capital, Sioux City Journal, Register & Leader, Weekly Inter Ocean, and Woman's Home Companion among others, with a special rate for Daily Capital valid only until the 15th.
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Des Moines Daily Capital
Sioux City Journal
TMG
Register & Leader
Wallace Farner
E.eeee Cane
Woman's
Tlome Companion
Woman's Home Companion & McChares
Iome Companion & Review OF Reviows
Breeder's Gazette
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for wounds and skin troubles
An advertisement urges prompt treatment of wounds with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve to prevent infection. It claims quick healing for burns, boils, sores, skin eruptions, eczema, chapped hands, corns, and piles and notes the 25 cent price at druggists. The notice also promotes opening a checking account at First National Bank.
Didn't Forget Himself in Prayer at Deacon's Home
A Delineator account recalls a three year old wall in a deacon's home offering a heartfelt prayer. He blesses the family by name and all sailors, asks that ships avoid them, and prays for poor children to have bread and candy, then humorously adds a self reference about the nightgown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walf
Alfred Warren Randall
Souring at Table Over mistaken boast
A genial man recalls a dinner where a religious woman at the foot of the table suddenly soured after hearing him say his father, a Methodist preacher, was a circus rider rather than a circuit rider. The incident reveals how misread boasts can sour social harmony at a shared meal.
More Babblers Than Heretics Reflect on Faith and Reason
A Baltimore American editorial laments the modern zealots, labeling most as vain babblers who cannot justify their beliefs. It contrasts their ignorance with the faith of the fathers and questions their contribution to the future of the faith.
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Baltimore American
The Atmosphere’s Height Far Surpasses 50 Miles
The atmosphere’s upper boundary remains unknown because no one has ventured high enough to define its end. It clearly extends well beyond 50 miles above land and sea surfaces.
The Parishioner’s Question on Love’s Binding Law
The parishioner asks if loving one another is as binding as moral law. The Rev Dr Fourthly agrees, calling it the first amendment to the ten commandments in a Chicago Tribune column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Vanity and Conscience Quote by Walter Savage Landor
A compact reflective quote contrasts vanity and conscience. It states vanity defines honor as a constant, busy force, while conscience judges justice and only nudges moral awareness by touching the sleeve when men are alone. The idea frames internal ethical guidance versus public self-display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Savage Landor
To Remove Mildew From Fabrics
A cleaning tip instructs to mix soft soap and powdered starch with half the quantity of salt and the juice of a lemon. Apply with a brush and leave the article on grass for a few nights, after which the mildew stain should disappear.
Very Indicative Bargain Exchange Spoiled by Clerk Attitude
A brief exchange shows a customer asking for two kitchen spoons and an amused clerk declining to sell due to lack of time. Another vendor chafes at the clerk’s poor mood as the confrontation unfolds.
Daily Thought: Aim of life to realize our possibilities
A reflective quote by Charles Wagner urging full living and self realization. It emphasizes being alive in every part of our being and doing all we can to become all we are capable of becoming.
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Charles Wagner
Rostow notes on books sign near library
The sign reads Books and novels sold here displaying Rostow’s careful literary distinction reflected near the public library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rostow
Notice to creditors and executrix in Paige estate
Notice is given to all interested that on April 4 1910 the District Court of Clay County Iowa appointed CATSHERING PAIGE executrix of the estate of Niel W Paige deceased late of Clay County Iowa. All debts to the estate should be paid to the executrix and claims presented to the court for allowance. Various unrelated notices and quotations follow including mortgage loan ads and an antiquated quote about After us the deluge sourced to Mme Pompadour and Louis XV.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Clay County
Iowa
Niel Wi
Paige
Lowa
Catshering Paige
Mme. Pompadour
Louis XV
Prince Metternich
Metternich
Pompadour
New York American
Tornado the Trish steeplechase horse and bicycle fear
An old Trish steeplechase horse named Tornado, once well known, was usually well tempered but harbored a peculiar hatred of bicycles. Whenever he saw a bicycle he would try to hook his forelegs through the wheels, though the reason remained unknown as he showed no other fear of the machines.
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Tornado
Unclear quoted exchange on workplace framing
A graded prompt remark notes that a seller describes their place of work differently by industry. If the seller works in a foundry he references the shop, while in a bank he cites the employing concern. The statement highlights how occupational context shapes self-presentation.
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Exchange
Importation of Birds Worth Over 300000 in 1908
More than 300000 dollars worth of birds were imported into the country during 1908. The shipments were mainly parrots and canaries.
Lead Production in 1908 Smelters
United States lead smelter output in 1908 reached 408 523 tons of 2000 pounds each, down from 442 015 tons in 1907 but higher than 418 699 tons in 1906.
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United States
Flight of Monster Eagle Noted Over Kennebec River
A monster eagle with a white head and tail was sighted flying over the lower Kennebec. Observers say the big bird appears to have a home in Arrowsic, according to the Boston Globe report.
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Kennebec
Arrowsic
Boston Globe
Golf for Paupers Workhouses Offer Golf Outfits and Grounds
A New York Press note reports that in some English workhouses paupers receive golf outfits and access to grounds for playing golf. The item highlights charity provisions and recreation in public relief systems.
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New York Press
Morning chase ends as dollar pursuit echoes through night
A Cleveland News snippet quotes Saya McGowan urging action at dawn after a persistent chase for money. The quote underscores urgency and vigilance as seeps of pursuit extend from night into morning. One reads a brisk call to move at first light while acknowledging ongoing pursuit.
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Saya McGowan
Cleveland News
Post Office Receipts Match National Totals From 30 Years Ago
The report notes that today the New York post office receipts equal those of the entire country three decades earlier, highlighting a striking rise in mail activity. The comparison underscores changing communication patterns and urban growth reflected in postal figures.
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New York Post Office
Ancient Skepticism in a Woman's Laughter Tears and Song
A Latin aphorism notes that a woman's laughter tears and song are equally deceptive, suggesting a skeptical view of feminine performance and emotion. The line contrasts surface expressions with hidden meanings, echoing broader 19th century or classical reflections on gender and perception.
London Uses Much Ice and Pride in Hell Quote
A quirky note asserts London uses 200000 tons of ice annually in one way or another. It also cites a grim line about the pride of dying rich provoking laughter in hell, attributed to Foaster.
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London
Rich
Hell
July 3 1910 Christian lesson questions and address
Religious teaching pamphlet page lists in depth study questions on the Kingdom of God Leaven and gospel influence with multiple verse prompts from Matthew 13 44 47 48 49 50 51 52 and a weekly lesson plan dated July 3 1910 noting the author Rev T S Linscott D2 and office location 229 West Fourth Street near the post office 1811 Dr W J Durant subscription line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. S. Linscott
Matt
Kingdom of Heaven On Earth
Jesus
West Fourth Street
W. J. Durant
Kept the King at Home Says Buffalo Family
Paul Mathulka of Buffalo New York proclaims Dr King’s New Life Pills a blessing for stomach liver and kidney troubles. Easy to use and effective, the remedy costs 25 cents at all druggists.
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Dr. King
Paul Mathulka
Buffalo
N. Y
James M. Black
Asheville
N.C
A. BR
Mrs Schwenk praises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea
Mrs Henry Schwenk reports a four year facial eczema relief after three months on Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. She claims it worked better than medicines from about six doctors. Tea sold by QO A Bjornstad.
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Henry Schwenk
Hollister
QO. A. Bjornstad
A Woman's Great Idea Promotes Health and Beauty
A health ad advocates Electric Bitters for women seeking attractiveness. It claims they improve stomach liver and kidney function, purify the blood, strengthen nerves, and enhance facial complexion and breath. Available at druggists for 60 cents.
Spencer Iowa City Council proposes sidewalk construction resolution
City Council of Spencer Iowa proposes to pass a resolution of necessity for permanent sidewalks along numerous described parcels in College Add M and St P Ry additions Burgin s Add Lovewell Add Eggleston Add Orig Plat and other blocks. Objections may be made at the City Hall Spencer Iowa on July 15 1910 at 8 o clock p.m. Dated Spencer Iowa July 20 1910.
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Spencer
Iowa
College
Cc. M
St. P. Ry
C. M
Palmers
C.M
St. P Ry
West Side
Burgin'’s
Burgin
Ada
Lovewell & Stubbard's
Eggleston
Orig
Auditor's
Srasontt
River St
First St
Second St
Highway Land Purchase Plan Notified in Clay County
A public notice dated June 6 1910 from Auditor A W Chamberlain announces a highway project locating a road across sections 28 23 and surrounding lands in township 95 north range 36 west. It lists parcel owners A L Adams Mary C Werts Peter M Moore W H Moore and others and states objections and damage claims must be filed by noon August 10 1910 at the Clay County Auditor's office. If unopposed the highway will be established as described.
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L. N. J. LaRue
Alphous J. Adams
Mary Co. Werts
J. W. Werts
Peter M. Moore
W. JL. Moose
Peter M
Forty Corner
Alpheus L. Adams
Mary C. Werts
L. N
Clay County
A. W. Chamberlain
Towa
What Everybody Ought to Know Kidney Pills Claim
An advertisement asserts Holey Kidney Pills contain ingredients to tone strengthen and regulate kidneys and bladder and says they are sold by all druggists. The text presents a claim style typical of patent medicine promotions from old newspapers.
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Hazel Avers
Elsie Anderson
Queene Moore
Gillett Grove
Do. M. Fallon
Ft. Dodee
Sherman Richey
Cedar Rapids
A. R. Asres
Vheridias
Lita Viresroson
Asia Tate
Tessie Burton
Witte Hier
Cordy Canditi
St. Lates
Minnie Anderson
the George
Nthed Gardier
Earrien
Ladies Aid Society
Chas. Anderson
Frances Johnson
PL. M. Gardner
Glasgow
Lyman of
al. V. Anderson
BEE Hive
A. W. Johnson, Jeweler
Lake Center
Mrs. Marsh
John Marienau
Mr. Mason
Spencer News
First National Bank
Greene & Jenkins
Johnson
Griffins
H.J. Buck
Dr. Linscott
The
International Bible Study Club
D. D
Spencer Milling CO
Spencer and
Vicinity
Leach & Thompson
C. J. Budlong
Washington
R. I
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