Pettingill urges reforms for teachers and schools
Prof. Pettingill spoke to Rock Island teachers on progress in education urging focus on character, discipline, and the dignity of teaching. He denounced teachers who smoke drink gamble or chew gum and called for modest restraint and example in schools and homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
R. Pettingil
Michigen
Pettingill
Mississiput Valley
Emile
Tercher
Bey
Spain
Iri-Cities
Pettingil
Dion
Hammfin
Modern Woodmen Funeral for Hugo C Vollerisen WM Heuer
Members of Cedar Camp Xo 27 and other Modern Woodmen of America camps are asked to assemble at Hibernian hall Sunday at 1 40 oclock to attend the funeral of our late neighbor Hugo C Vollerisen WM Heuer Cansat.
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Modern Woodmen
Cedar Camp
Modern Woodmen of America
Hibernian Hall
Hugo
C. Vollerisen
WM. Heuer
Cansat
Augustana Literary Societies Present Evening Programs
Literary workers at Augustana College gather as the Phrenoposwidan society hosts a program in the seminary room with speeches piano solo and short readings. The Adelphi society also met featuring experiences from summer vacation with speeches vocal duets and piano pieces.
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Augustana College
Weeling
Solo
I. BR. Olson
A P. Westerberg
E. C. Carlson
J. E. Alexis
Plano Nuet
Anna Bodine
Phrenokosminua
Emil Bergren
Adsiphine Society
Adelphie Society
Pancy Blakemore
O. Laden
Joseph Lursap
Ed. Joransen
Wahlbers
Caton
Willam Christenen
O. 1
Nordstrom
E. H. Sanden
Hannah Peterson
Gensor—A KK
Eight-Year-Old Daughter Attacked by Masked Stranger
In Kittany Pennsylvania on September 24 an eight year old girl, daughter of Thomason Coulter, was assaulted by a masked man while walking to school. Bloodhounds were sent to track the suspect, but the child remains in grave condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomason Coulter
Kittany
Thetas Coulter
Entertaining Talk by Rev R W Abberly on Happiness
A Davenport audience heard Rev R W Abberly of Minneapolis speak at First Christian Church on the bag of gold at the foot of the rainbow. He argued happiness does not come from wealth or sense pleasures, citing examples from fortunes, fame, and a Vanderbilt tale, and urged health of body and mind, cheerfulness, and optimism as true sources of happiness.
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R. W. Abberly
Minneapohere
Christan
Davenport
Abberty
Abnerly
Feom
Abberly
Postum Claims Coffee Alternative Restores Health
A testimonial-style notice from a consumer praising Postum Food Coffee as a remedy for stomach troubles and fatigue caused by coffee. The account describes relief after switching to Postum, noting improved appetite, strength, and well being. It mentions preparation time and a promotional promise to try it for ten days with a booklet in each package.
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Sonst. Bie
Aly
Postum
Thad
Gus
Postim
Basium Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Rial
Powtum
Advice on choosing a good husband and happiness
A narrator recalls counsel on self sacrifice and the right partner. He warns against lazy or profligate men, urging women to avoid marriage for looks alone. True happiness comes from doing good for others and selecting a capable, virtuous spouse.
Blanche Ring to Appear at Burtis Tuesday Evening
Miss Blanche Ring arrives in Burtis to star in Leo Ditrichstein's Vivian's Pass at Powers theater, Chicago. She recently completed a 101 night run and returns from London where she led the Saver theater. The production pairs Ring with Harry Connor and Thomas Burns in a Chicago engagement noted for its high profile star power.
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Rick ‘and
Harris
Blanche Ring
Burtis
Miss Ring
Leo Ditrichstein
Vivian
Powers
Chisago
Miss Hing
London
Saver Theater
Chicago
New York
Daly's
the Knickerbocker
The
Criterion
Vivien
Vivian Rogers
Papas
Ohr &Rd
Nay
Is Another Slocum Victim Found In East River
New York reports the badly decomposed body of a man found floating at the foot of James Street Manhattan. The victim, last seen three months earlier, wore white underwear a cotton shirt black trousers and a black leather belt. Police believe the body is linked to the Slocum disaster.
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New York
Joseph Lamme
Cofot Street
Grookium
East River
James Street
Manhattan
Lony
Oak Street
Jon
Brotherhood of St Andrew to Hold Major Philadelphia Convention
The Brotherhood of St Andrew plans its largest convention in Philadelphia from Sept 29 to Oct 2 with prominent speakers including the archbishop of Canterbury. Delegates from across the U S and from England Scotland Canada and the West Indies will attend. Bishop Brent and Dr Daniel Tutte are among the speakers. a mass meeting at the Academy of Music is set to host leaders and guests.
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Philadelphia
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
H. Blake
Toronto
Cam
Heston
J.P. D Lloyd
St. Mark's Church
Seattle
Washington
John H. Ellison
Windsor
Bay
Edward VII
Canterbury
Academy of Mass
Episcopal Church
Unite States
Mertly
Vissons
Avantic
Aro
Academy of Music
Brotherhood
Jus. L. Houghteling
Chicago
Brotherhood of St Andrew
Pennsylvania
RE Lev
Oo. W. Whitaker
Episcopal Dhmiecbh
Amerea
Rte
Daniel Tutte
Natwnel
Motherhood
HD. W. Enelisb
Pittsburg
Mygush
Hottmhteling
Chinago
Gevernl
Brent
Philippines
St. Luke's Church
Sun
England
Scodiand
Canaan
The
West Indies
Janan
Charles F. Martin Died Sudden During Travel
Denver reports Charles F. Martin secretary of the National Live Stock Association died of a lung hemorrhage shortly after collapse on a train en route to Cheyenne. He had a long pulmonary illness and left a widow. Martin was noted for editorial work in western newspapers and held roles on several publications.
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Denver
Col
Charles F. Martin
National Live Stock! Association
Cheyenne
Greeley
Martin
Martiz
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Prof. Pettingill
Vatiente
Svider
Frepe Tuton
Aioume
Shakespeare
Northwest Territory
Ladies’ Home Journal
WM. Joens
Brady St
Peruni
Pierce
Carter
Augustana
RW. Abberly
Minneapolis
First Christian Church
Rey
Java
Frank A. Martin
Casii Grocer
West Second St
Home Bakery
Baltimore
Dirady Street
Mrs. de Bangs
Papi
Mr. de Bangs
Dim
Amin
Organization OF ST. Andrew Maing
Afpair
Bas
Petersen
C.F. Martin
Feater
E. C. de Witt & Co
Dewitt
Tar DeWitt
Coal—Telephonie
W.H. Claussen
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