Jefferson County News Briefs Cover Local Happenings
Local items report visitors from Fairbury and St Joe, trips to Omaha Lincoln and Booneville, school and church events, weather notes, and a rye of farm activity. Widespread socials include dances, weddings, and a state fair report with notable premiums and hog sales. The Woman’s Club plans educational cookery sessions at the Baptist basement.
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Lincoln
Jefferson County
State Farm
Baptist Church
Steele City
Local notices hint at unpaid subscriptions and prank firelight
A reader note teases subscribers about arrears while recalling a moved band stand from the park to Main Street. A prank damaged lamps in the stand, tied to a planned Saturday concert, with weather cited as a barrier to the show.
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Saeay
Odd Shoes Through History and Fashion Facts
Fragmentary text traces ancient footwear, noting sandals, boots, and pointed heels. References include peasant and royal styles, leather sandals, and decorative toe shapes. May mention spikes and knee tying, plus a 1462 date and English fashion context.
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Howe
Tobert
Engiang
Fuzzy Memoir Notes From Arctic Voyage Report
Dr Nansen recalls a voyage aboard the KFaw with a crew including Stephen Elf and others. The expedition reached Norway on Aa 18,896, the same day Fran meen Sons handed 406 into the open sea. Notably Kirk presented 13 pups born in December 1893, while 33 men were aboard.
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Nansen
Pemard
Tulhter
Kfaw
Hich
Stephen
Elf Cof
Norway
Kirk
Fragmentary tale of accusation and confusion
A distorted dialogue fragment shows a pale revelation and a demanded letter. A sentry pauses, a warning about Anan Bakers, and a tense moment suggests a real or suggested crime. The scene hints at guilt and confusion without clear resolution.
Remedy Story Promises Quick Cure for Disease
A customer testimonial from Mira Co We Piorence in Rookfield Indiana claims a remedy cured a summer illness in one dose. The ad notes the product is for sale by all dealers and markets itself as a fast cure after long suffering.
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Mira
Piorence
Rookfield
Sam Woods Builds New House With Varied Dimensions
Sam Woods living northeast of town is constructing a new house measuring 28 by 28 feet with a 10 by 16 foot kitchen. Wm Lahm laid the foundation as the first task of the week. Lincoln visitors Mr and Mrs Walter Nutter and daughter joined Mr and Mrs WOR Purner and daughter for Sunday.
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Sam‘ Woods
Wm. Lahm
Walter “Nutter
Charley January
Sallie ‘Button
Lincoln
Wor
Purner
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