Monument to Iowa's first governor nears completion
A granite monument for Ansel Briggs the first Iowa governor is being erected in Andrew Jackson County. The 40 foot 8 inch tall stone bears a carved Iowa map and marks Briggs's reinterment from Nebraska to Iowa. The project gained momentum after J W Ellis secured a legislative appropriation and led a group to retrieve Briggs's remains from Omaha.
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State of
Iowa
Andrew
Jackson County
Ansel Briggs
Nebraska
Towy
J. W. Ellis
Mgr. Ellis
Omaha
Banker W T Auld Gives Marion County Park to Knoxville
W T Auld, once of Marion county, moved to Lincoln Nebraska where he rose to prominence as a banker. He donated a fine tract of land in Knoxville Iowa to be used as a city park, honoring his old home.
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W. T. Auld
Marion County
Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska
Iowa
Knoxville
New Drainage District Proposed in Monona County
A new drainage district is petitioned in Monona county to drain Janda in Kennebec and Belvidere townships. It will affect about 1,000 acres of rich farmland. An engineer is appointed to survey the ground and report on required drainage improvements.
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Monona
Janda
Kennebec
Belvidere
Des Moines Factories Show Profits In 1905 Figures
The Greater Des Moines committee highlights that 291 factories in Des Moines reported capital of 9.59 million dollars, output of 15.08 million, expenses 13.43 million, net profit 1.66 million or 17.29 percent. Including non profitable rail shops, real returns near 20 percent. Statewide Iowa factories total profits reach 16.91 million on 4,785 reports, averaging 16.05 percent in ten Iowa cities, higher than current bank rates, arguing manufacturing is a safer high return investment.
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Greater Des Moines Committee
Iowa
Des Moines
Lucilln Wilson
Greater Des
Banka
Bradstreet
Kossuth County Drains Under Major Construction
Enormous drainage projects are underway in Kossuth county with about 40 miles of drain pipe to be laid. Land values have risen from 50 to 60 dollars per acre and are expected to double upon completion of the improvements.
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Kossuth County
Drastic Florida Auto Law Requires Chauffeur Help
A Florida legislature bill would force drivers who meet another vehicle on public roads to stop and, if women or children are present, step out to guide the animals drawing the other carriage. Enforcement details are not explained in southern papers. Water at a Cent a Pitcher in Cornwall
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Florida
Calabash Pipe Fashion Spawned by War Across Continents
The South African war spurred a fashion for calabash pipes as a thriving industry grew there to meet demand. Farmers plant calabash specifically for pipes, with planting also spreading among the youth in France and even Australia.
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South Africa
France
Australia
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Lung Relief
An advertisement extols Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy that stops chronic coughs and strengthens lungs. It claims comfort for chronic bronchitis asthma hay fever and lung trouble and notes a Harper's Weekly aside about speaking plainly. The passage closes with a Thoreau quotation on self-improvement.
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Foley
Dean's Kidney Pills Publicize Kidney Health
A vintage advert urges readers to treat kidney troubles early to avoid diabetes or Bright's disease. It touts Dean's Kidney Pills as the remedy, cites Mrs. N. O'Connell of Estherville Iowa, and notes Foster Milburn Co as US agents with a 0 price.
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Bright
Dean
Fetherville
United States
A Doctor and suitor in a tense moment
An exchange shows a doctor noting nervous symptoms while a man declares his intent to seek the doctor’s daughter in marriage, revealing a blend of medical concern and personal pursuit. The scene centers on propriety and romance intersecting with a physician’s consideration.
Foley's Kidney Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Health
If people with symptoms of kidney or bladder trouble realize the danger they would rush to use Foley's Kidney Remedy. The remedy stops pain and irregularities, strengthens and builds up organs, and claims no risk of Bright's disease or other serious disorders. Do not disregard early symptoms.
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Foley
Bright
Labrador Football Brought To Upgava By Maston
Clifford H. Maston describes how football has taken root in Labrador. Players use a sealskin ball stuffed with grass and sling passes or kicks. Tackling is rough with throws, trips, and blocks common as players compete in the snow.
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Labrador
Clifford H. Maston
Upgava
Delay Explained by Excursion Train Joke in Commons
In Parliament for Knares borough by election, the newly elected member’s late appearance drew remark. Wealthy yet frugal, he was famed for guarding stray sixpences. Sir Wilfrid Lawson quipped that he was waiting for an excursion train, making light of the delay.
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House of Commons
Knaresborough
Wilfrid Lawson
Tom Collings
Sir Wilfrid
Dreams Align With What We Eat, Says Birmingham Age Herald
A Birmingham Age-Herald brief notes the psychology of dreams, stating dreams often go by contraries yet nearly always align with our meals, reflecting appetite and daily intake influences. The fragment suggests sleep imagery echoes what we consume.
Fifty Years a Pauper in Sussex Workhouse
The Hast Preston Board of Guardians reports an aged inmate who died in the workhouse first became chargeable as a pauper lunatic in January 1859. His maintenance over the past 50 years cost ratepayers over £900, highlighting the long financial burden on the union.
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Hast
Preston
Sussex
Night Rider Raid Affects Beds In Rent Theft Warning
An old ad warns against night riders like calo mel croton oil or aloes pills raid beds to rob rent. It claims Dr King's New Life Pills never distress but cleanse the system curing colds headaches constipation malaria for 25c at Williams & Andersons.
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Dr. King
Williams & Andersons
Do a Thing in Silence for Sharp Success
The quote emphasizes silent action over talk as the key to success in any enterprise. It warns that talk breeds discussion and irritation, inviting opposition and hindrance, regardless of right or wrong.
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Sarah Grand
Her Dearest Wish Buys the woman
A brief fragment shows a woman expressing longing and a male figure offering assistance with attire as a social exchange. The line hints at domestic themes and small acts of care within a personal relationship.
Brain Growth Shifts with Age in Men and Women
A study notes that male brain weight increases with age starting around forty, while female brain weight begins rising about ten years earlier. The findings suggest gender-related timing in brain development and longevity.
Russell Sage’s Superstition On Flies
The late Russell Sage would not transact with anyone entering his office if a buzzing fly preceded them. A longtime broker was refused formal business and told to return in a week, prompting the broker to ensure no flies accompanied him on future visits.
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Russell Sage
Mr. Sage
Parted In the Middle Hery Says Hair Split To Please Farmer Hay
A humorous quip from Puck about returning from college and wearing hair split in the middle. Farmer Hay warns that feeding from his trough requires the mane to fall to one side, illustrating rural caricature and social norms.
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Hery
Farmer Hay
Puck
Advice Confusion From Uncle Eben on Selection
In a quip about guidance, Uncle Eben notes the dilemma of receiving much advice yet needing more to decide which to follow. The humorous line highlights the recurring choice process in heeding counsel.
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Eben
Thompson Rugs Genoa Joke Ends in Clever Trade
Thompson learns his wife turned a rug mishap into a sly profit. After overpaying for a Khiva, his wife resold it for $50 cash, recouping his loss and netting extra as she plans to buy another rug and a hat. The tale ends with a birthday party reveal and a playful misdirection about the rug scheme.
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Thompson
Leonard
Tom Seward
New York
Khivas
Leonard Thompson
Lennie
Barlow
Fellows
Tomorro
Cours
Nervous Collapse Promised Relief With Nervine
A traveler from Wells Me suffers nervous collapses after thirty years on the road. He credits Dr Miles Restorative Nervine with alleviating nervous prostration and restoring balance to body organs. The ad urges navy to buy a bottle, take as directed, and promises money back if no benefit.
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Miles’ Nervine
A. GC
Libby
Wells
Miles
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