Convention Names and Local Tea Event Highlight Proceedings
The convention chose temporary officers with Dr Carris as temporary chair and Will Lailey as secretary. Col Bell was nominated for representative and J G Stewart for treasurer, with Reeves and Miss Lewis winning sheriff and superintendent nominations respectively. A tea hosted by Miss Bessie Scofield drew a young ladies group at the Gofield home but heat disrupted the event. A pantry fire at Jonathan Wilson’s property was quickly contained with neighbors’ help. Local sports report Crawfordsville visit: Thompson and McCleary beat our boys Bailey and Burroughs. score by sets noted. An advertisement promotes a $1.75 suit from Kimball & Swartzell. In Washington, showers, then cooler air. Fairfield vs Washington game set for tomorrow with Nichols and Lynch as Battery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Carris
Will Lailey
L. Cochran
Dewey Reading
Col. Bell
J. G. Stewart
Chas. S. Reeves
Weather-Crop Bulletin from Central Station Des Moines Aug 27 1895
The Des Moines weather bulletin reports the week above normal temperatures and heavy rainfall in many counties. Notable totals include Chickasaw 6.20 inches Hamilton 8.50 Shelby 6.47 Guthrie 6.70 and several others with substantial relief from drought. Soil is in excellent condition for fall plowing while pastures and crops recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chickasaw
Hamilton
Shelby
Guthrie
Harrison
Pottawatomie
Enders Club Seeks Signings to Improve Standings
The club, in last place, hopes to climb to second or first if results go their way. Management considers signing Nichols and Lynch, battery for Burlington league team, amid interest from business backers. Fairfield defeated the club yesterday 6 to 4, with Gaines Lombard Tallman contributing hits and Davis playing against Memphis today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brighton
Nichols and
Clark
Fairfield
Davis
Memphis
Brighton Triumphs Over Mt Pleasant In 4–2 Victory
Local report notes Brighton again beat Mt Pleasant 4 to 2. In other news Lincoln J Carter’s East Mail season opener at The Graham drew a large crowd under new management. The column praises the scenic effects and performances by Frank Weed Edmund Mantes and Louise Mitchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln J. Carter
Frank Weed
Sleuth
Edmund Mantes
Walter West
Louise Mitchell
Mary Martin
Moore & Livingstone Comedy Co
Moore
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Victor
Lion
Cash Grocers
A. Nicola & Son
South Side Square
Ombardos
Lombardos
North Side Square
A. E. Berry
Smouse
Opera House
Smith & Baird's
Reynold’s Gallery
Emma Abbott
E. Kan
Iowa
Indian Territory
Texas
Franklin Township
South Side
Isaac Klein
F. Dixon
Os Po
Graham Crowed
Col. W. BB. Bell
Chas. Reeves
Miss Lewis
LL. D. Carris
Kyle
W. Stewart
Miss Bessie Scofield
Hospitle
William
Jonathan Wilson
Tire
Messrs
Thompson
McCleary
Crawfordsville
Bailey
Burroughs
Washington, D. C
Airfield
Washington
Ginger
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Burlington League
Battery
Central Station
Des Moines
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Scott
Fayette
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Webster
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Men of
Lowa
Cedar Rapids
Business Men’s Club
Mahin
Burrell
John Mahin
Des Moines News
Main
Clinton Herald
Lee
Ottumwa
Keokuk
Ing
Mr. Mahin
Muscatine Island
Narvis
Journal
The
Rh. G. Wheeler
the Heights
Ile
Maryland
Rev. Fowler
Lumbia Clothing House
Fred Shoemaker
Enders
Gaines
Lombard
Tallman
Biases Davis
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Burnham
Pallmans
Albersonu
Leighton
Coffin Atrouck
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Alberson
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Barnham
Chark
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leGill
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Columbia Clothing House
Mt. Pleasant
Graham
Warren Moore
Hall
Cheneey &.C0
Toledo
O. We
J. Cheney
West & Trruvax
O. Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
O. Hall
T. HW. McClean
Chicago
R. J. Fleming
Bip
I. Klein
China
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Row & Bush
W. H. Stokes
Watertown
Dal
Moore & Livingstone
New York
Jake
T. T. Keeley
Notary Public
West
Washington Street
Glasgow & Lytle and
F. C. Schot
Washington, Iowa
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Des Moines VA
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