23 Jun 1910
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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
1
The piece discusses changing manners amid germ theory, noting fears around kissing and contagion. It recounts anecdotes of a hygienic stance on public affection, a Washington area woman awaiting a presidential visit, and cautions about oriental romance myths and mushroom dangers amid rapid social change.
The article discusses wireless totegraphy for North Sea trawlers to gauge Ash markets and decide when to fish. It mentions potential American adoption, benefits for fishers and consumers, and cautions on conservation if stocks drop. It also notes West Point hazing penalties and speculative fashion inventions alongside transport safety comparisons.
Des Moines opened the twenty fourth annual Iowa Bankers association convention with about 1,500 registrants. Acting President L. B. Stevens led the session at Auditorium, welcoming bankers and naming Des Moines as permanent HQ with a new secretary. John McHugh of Sioux City was elected president, with T. W. Hall named secretary and Mason City chosen for next year’s meeting.
Miss Miles, a waitress from Story City, was assaulted in a city home after a man seized her by the throat and attempted to abduct her. Neighbors Mrs Harnest and others intervened as she fainted and was found with blue bruises on her neck.
Harold Cottrell aged 14 and Carroll Keister 17 drowned Saturday in the Des Moines River near Camp Douglas seven miles north of Des Moines. The Des Moines police dragged the river all day and night. Keister rescued Cottrell but both died. The boys were part of a Sunday school class of thirteen camping and fishing. The class was led by Dr CG B. Fount. Keister’s body was recovered yesterday. Cottrell’s body remained missing.
Republican clubs rally in Oneida with resolutions urging support for Theodore Roosevelt as governor and a united party behind Hughes policy. Speeches hail Roosevelt as the sole leader to carry forward the Roosevelt boom and unify factions.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a political note about injunctions, state executive actions, and a railway commissioner race. It mentions voting totals and nomination procedures, but key names and dates are unclear.
Dr Willum Waugh, dean of the medical faculty, presented findings at a clinic showing Edward Lacey and Marion County farmer Lingis among 34 individuals affected by pellagra in a typical case. The June report from Chicago notes ongoing examination and confirmation by medical authorities.
In a special election the residents chose to establish a city library building in Grundy Center. Andrew Capnegio will oversee construction and the city will provide 400 dollars annually for maintenance.
In Cellar Rapids Iowa a man and woman aged 79, Mr and Mrs Philip Johnson of Broken Bow Nebraska, were instantly killed when struck by a fast Chicago and Northwestern train at Mount Vernon. The incident occurred June 18 and left the community in shock.
June 17 report notes a reduction in freight rates on lumber from the south. The move was granted to the Omaha Commercial Club by the Interstate Commerce Commission.
Jersey City tops a national list for post office receipts with a 96.69 percent gain for May, followed by Des Moines at 22.60 percent. The ranking shows large cities like New York Chicago and Philadelphia trailing Jersey City in percentage increases, highlighting notable gains across multiple offices. The report details the gains by city and amount, situating Jersey City and Des Moines among the country’s leading post office offices for the month.
Richmond Indiana hosted delegates from the state as the Municipal League of Michigan held its twentieth annual session. Mayor Milo Freighter of Huntington addressed the group on how sexual boards should be elected, with readings planned by several Richmond officials and a banquet sponsored by the Richmond Commercial Club.
Senator Dolliver and Mrs. Dolliver will close their Washington house and move to Arizona for several weeks to improve the senator's health. The trip is expected to last about ten days.
W F Lage ly, ex postmaster of Bancroft, is accused of embezzling 5500 from government funds. He was arrested some time ago in Menthe.
Des Moines coverage lists candidate spending across parties with itemized costs for printing, advertising, travel, and stenography. Figures show F Prouty and others paying thousands while opponents log smaller outlays, illustrating the breadth of campaign finance in the period.
Members of the Ancient Myatic Order of Bagmen of Hagidebarg gather in Columbus with broad regional representation. Officers will select any approved candidates. The meeting coincides with the supreme council of the United Commercial peavelere, to which the Bagmen report.
A collage of humorous vignettes and misheard lines from an early 20th century humor page. It riffs on medical quackery and small town talk with sketches about Dean's Kidney pills, quitting smoking, a country trip for July and August, a hesitant husband and wife, and a poke at foolish purchases and advice.
A woman from Balighury Missouri credits Grape-Nuts with curing her husband’s mysterious cramps vomiting and sudden illnesses. She recalls initial lack of supply, Chicago order, and the food replacing temporary remedies. After starting Grape-Nuts the attacks ceased and health improved, allowing normal eating and daily life.
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