Mrs Tom Lewis Dies at Home After Illness
Mrs Tom Lewis aged 27 died at 8 05 pm at her home 02 East Madison street after influenza and fatty heart. She leaves husband six children and a family grieving a loss amid illnesses. Born Stella Genevieve Jones in Oskaloosa the family settled in Washington. sisters live in Des Moines and here. Funeral details were not finalized and services for other local residents were announced for Miller chapel with private arrangements.
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Tom Lewis
East
Madison Street
Rock Island
Lewis
Oskaloosa
Stella Genevieve Jones
Washington
Henry Green
Willis Turner
Des Moines
Lewis Smith
West Chester
Miller Chapel
Elm Grove Cemetery
B. M. Dobbin
Fred Carlson
West of Town
J. A. Glendinning
Elmrove
George Lutz
Dublin
F. M. Warren
Keota
Warn Against Worthless Schemes From Tsliek Talkers
Cautionary note urges readers to beware daily schemes from ostensible talkers and to seek trustworthy service. The message invites readers to stop by for guidance and relief from scams.
Washington National Bank In Washington County Name Plate
The Washington National Bank lists officers including President Charles Cooper and Vice President Harvey Young. Cashiers listed include Hronmeld Beit and Louis Fifer with other directors named John Alex Young and J Jeon le. The bank advertises as The Only National Bank in Washington County and shows a roster of board members and officials.
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Washington County
Joan Alex Young
Charles Cocper Ehss
Harvey 8. Young
Hronmeld «Beit
ASAE
Hiebert Nooman
Louis Fifer
Ann't
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Promoted by Lemmon’s Pharmacy
A local pharmacy advertisement extols Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for winter colds. It urges following directions and notes longstanding family use with satisfactory results, praising the remedy’s worth and merit as a trusted solution.
Announcements Chapter 1 1 KB 0
Chapter 1 1 KB announces no further meetings until the quarantine is lifted.
Fire at Grant Brick Home Damages Out-Building
A blaze struck an out-building at the Grant Brick home on East Second Street shortly before noon. Heavy smoke reported. little fire due to source from a gasoline engine powering a washing machine. Fire department responded with minimal action.
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Grant Biick
East Second Street
Sweet Revenge on Cleveland Tawn Incident
A Cleveland tawn was kicked after a tie ended. Instead of reporting to authorities, the attacker hacked the winged animal close to its hive, causing it to thicken.
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Cleveland
Sloan's Liniment Promises Quick Joint Pain Relief
A vintage ad urges sufferers not to neglect rheumatic pain and claims Sloan's Liniment provides instant relief for external aches strains and stiffness. It markets large bottle value and wide availability via druggists, emphasizing economical use and decades of strong sales.
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Sloan
Liulincat
Decorate Graves of Boys in France
Mrs. O M Swisher receives a report from Edith BE Metcalf an American Red Cross worker in France describing All Saints Day decorations in a French American cemetery. Chrysanthemums mark each grave and French families bring flowers showing sympathy to distant families.
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France
O. M. Swisher
Edith BE. Metcalf
Red Cross
Woman Credits Chamberlain's Tablets For Relief
Mrs L A Dringard of Jefferson City reports stomach trouble eased and nerves steadied after taking Chamberlain's Tablets. She says she improved within a week and recommends the remedy via Lemmon's Drug Store.
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Chamberlain
Mapleton dedicates new consolidated school building
Mapleton last week dedicated a major new consolidated school building costing 938,863 with 72 by 160 foot footprint, three stories plus a separate heating plant. The site covers about seven acres, and 125 rural pupils currently attend. Dedication features included speeches by local officials and school inspectors, with the building presented by the board president.
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Mapleton
Maple
Cooper
St. Clair
G. §. Waterhouse
Mia Gardner
Six New Influenza Cases Reported by City Board
Six new influenza cases were reported to the board of health with no quarantines lifted. Among the ill is Sam Len a Chinese laundryman hospitalized today. One death occurred that night Mrs Tom Lewis though illness contributed by other factors. The quarantine length remains uncertain and a library reading room closure was discussed to limit crowding.
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Board of Health
Sam Len
Tom Lewis
W. Stewart
Health Board
Mauck
Chamberlain Cough Remedy praised for croup relief
Mrs Edward Hassett of Frankfort New York endorses Chamberlain cough remedy as effective against croup and safe for children noting it contains no opium or narcotics and can be given to both children and adults. Lemmon's Drug Store carries the product.
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Chamberlain
Edward Hassett
Frankfort
N.Y
Lemmon’s Drug Store
Advt
Employment Service for Boys by YMCA
The YMCA office offers to list town boys ready for odd jobs with cards detailing work type, days, and hours. Boys may sign up at the office 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 4 PM, and the public can call between 4 PM and 6 PM with job requests. A wage scale will be published soon.
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W. F. Huxford
Private James M. McCaleb Wounded in Action
A telegram to James B. McCaleb reports his son Private James M. McCaleb was severely wounded in action on September 13. Mr. McCaleb has since heard from him and says he is doing well, though the official report was slow to arrive.
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James B. McCaleb
West of Town
War Department
James M. McCaleb
McCaleb
Marshal Castelneau elevated to Marshal of Prussia
Marshal Castelneau, a leading French commander, has been honored with the title of Marshal of Prines. The ceremony underscores his renown in the French military ranks and his strategic leadership during key operations.
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Gog Tl Castelune
Prines
Worth Having Sometimes Hoss Sense in a Family Quip
A humorous line from an elder storyteller highlights practical wisdom in a rural setting. The playful remark contrasts luck with steady judgment while evoking a warm family atmosphere and local color.
War era aid from Egypt inspires school girl lessons
In a letter from Luxor Egypt Misa Mintier describes war's impact on prices and daily life at a girls' school. She details spending about five dollars for Red Cross aid and ten dollars on cooking supplies and equipment to teach domestic work and bake goods. The note highlights how gifts extended to teaching others, a widening circle of service amid wartime scarcity.
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Misa Rose Mintier
Washington
tLuxor
Egypt
Ella Gordon
Palestine Front
Mias Minner
Christian Endeavor Society
Second United Presbyterian Church
W. R. Sawhill
Neal McClenahan
Miss Minner
Red Cross
Second
WY. W.C. A
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Red Cross Garment Department Closed Until Further Notice
The Garment department of the Red Cross shop will be closed until further notice due to the quarantine 48.3.
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Garment Department of the Red Cross
Agnus Describes Touching Mother in Uttered Scene
The fragment shows Agnus speaking of affection as she places her hand on her mother, with Mero mother prompting an embrace. Agnus answers with a confused phrase about butter, reflecting a tender, uncertain moment.
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Agnus
Man's steady progress noted in daily habits
Readers report small improvements in daily conduct with less rough behavior. A note from the City Star highlights better self control and orderly living as part of a continuing societal trend.
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Waitesans
Presbyterian New Era Movement Unites Church Efforts
The General Assembly launches Allied Strategy uniting ten thousand ministers and churches with a program to aid war efforts. It aims to raise funds for education and missionary work while stressing spiritual goals over money, and outlines plans to support wounded servicemen and Protestant churches in Europe.
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Presbyterian Church
General Assembly
V Prance
Belgium
Italy
Foulkes
Paulos
New Era Movement Names Officials and Goals
The passage outlines aims to expand Christian home life and education, rehabilitate Church academies, and align services to community needs. It lists John T. Manson as Chairman, with J Witbur Chapman as Vice President and William Hira Foulkes as Executive Secretary, plus Alexander Nicol as Treasurer.
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New Era Movement
John T. Manson
First Natlons Bank of
New Haven, Conn
J. Witbur Chapman
William Hira Foulkes
Alexander R. Nicol
New York City
Belligerent Occupation Strips Belgium of Industry Assets
Brussels December 2 The contents industrial committee of Belgium after an investigation evaluates Belgium's adamant stance through the German military occupation and seizure of machinery and raw materials valued at about 3000000.
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Trussels
Paris Poet Rostand Attracts Attention In Bad Town Visit
In Paris Rostand the poet playwright visits a city scene, meeting a noted friend group amid local activity. The report highlights Rostand’s presence and the cultural relevance of his appearance in the town.
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Paris
Dee S.—Reimoml Rostand
Hed Here
Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules Promised Relief
The ad claims Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules cure kidney and allied disorders misattributed to female problems. It pledges quick relief from back pain headaches and bladder issues, and promises renewed vigor with ongoing use. Capsules are imported from the Maariem Holland laboratories via local druggists.
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Maariem
Maariem Holland
Vxar Druggist
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