First Class Farm Bargains In County Reach New Buyers
Special bargains announce two top farms in the county with rich prairie soil and good improvements. One 200 acres at 52.50 per acre located 24 miles from a railroad station. another similar farm at 55 per acre 44 miles distant. A 200 acre property 14 miles from a station features a two story house and two barns at 60 per acre. Another improved farm two miles from Washington asks 60 per acre. Dixon offers 67 farms in stock for sale in varied locations. visit before buying elsewhere.
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R. R. Station
R. R
Washington
Auction Figures Show Stable Demand Amid Quiet Trade
The report records 6,000 items sold at a steady close and 40,000 receipts with prices holding firm, indicating a calm market. No notable shifts in demand were observed as activity remained steady through the session.
Yarmouth Fire Destroys B and M Depot
A blaze engulfed the B and M depot at Yarmouth leaving the building entirely consumed. Firefighters battled the flames through the night with crews from nearby towns aiding in extinguishing the stubborn fire. No injuries reported as the depot suffered extensive damage.
Yarmouth B and N W Depot Burned in Mysterious Fire
Last night the B and N W depot at Yarmouth was burned to the ground. Washington fire remains unexplained as travelers report they could not learn a cause from Robin Law, road manager. This is the second fire on the line and many fear deliberate mischief by an outlaw.
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Yarmouth
Washington
Chicago
Robin Law
Divorce case recalls Cincinnati swindling matrimony ring
In Oskaloosa district court Taylor versus Taylor opened with Attorney Phillips recounting a Cincinnati case where a woman ran a fraud matrimonial agency. She sent photos of handsome women to men nationwide and demanded money as stories progressed. The wife of John D. Taylor seeks a divorce while her husband was absent and a brief stay was granted.
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Oskaloosa, Ta
Taylor
Nati
Cincinnati
John D. Taylor
Morrison's Faust to perform in Washington at The Graham
Morrison's Faust, one of the largest traveling companies, will present at The Graham on Thursday evening December 12 with self carried scenery. Ticket prices are 25c gallery, 35c balcony, 50c parquet. Gazelle Hose Co elects officers: Foreman John Allen and Assistant Foreman Chas Ward.
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Morrison
Graham
Washington
Gazelle Nose Co
Tforeman
John Allen
Chas, Ward
New Store Opens in Eyerson Block West Room
A new retail shop opens in Eyerson Block occupying the west room on the north side of the square. The event marks an expanded commercial presence in the town center.
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Eyerson
North Side Square
Local Stock Shippers Highlight West Chester and Chicago Routes
West Chester trader J. G. Burhams shipped stock down the C R J P Branch and transferred them on the B N W for Chicago. The note also touts Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $1000 reward for cures, plus testimonials and a coal advertisement praising Economy coal with quick construction of consumer claims.
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J. G. Burhams
West Chester
Chicago
Trial for Grecian Continued Again
Yesterday was the day set for the Grecian trial before Justice Rogers but it was continued. Grecian is away for three or four days and is not sure when he will return. The reason for his absence is not disclosed.
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Grecian
Rogers
Everson Block West Store Now Open for Visitors
The new downtown outlet invites shoppers to explore a full range of items as the West store on the Everson block opens its doors to the public.
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Everson Block
Ingersoll Lecture Delayed to 9 P.M. for December Audience
Business leaders request a late start for Ingersoll to hear his lecture Liberty of men, woman and child. L D Robinson announces December only twenty five percent off all goods in his East Side store, a cash only sale of Christmas items. An irate gallery crowd at The Graham causes rowdy disruption during the play with calls for patrols and discipline. Ralph Motts, 12, suffers a shoulder sprain while football practice. Dr Burroughs reports a quick recovery ahead.
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Ingersoll
L. D. Robinson
East Side
East Side Jeweler
Stranger in the car sparks Ingersoll likeness claim
Partly cloudy weather gives way to light snow. G W McAdam visits the JouRNAL family. At Nar row Gaage depot Editor Wolf leads a stranger, thought to resemble Robt Ingersoll, amid tales of a staged abduction involving a father-in-law former minister.
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G. W. McAdam
Mt. Pleasant
Journal
Wolf
Ingersoll
Robt. Ingersoll
Quarterly Meetings At M. E. Church In Saturday Sabbath Schedule
Babb reports slim profits this month and the paper runs light news. Quarterly meetings occur at the M. E. church with Dr. J W Coxe preaching Saturday 7 p.m. and Sabbath services including communion at 11 a.m. and Love Feast at 8 p.m. The note asks readers to excuse brevity and mentions scarce news.
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M. EK
Dr. J
W. Coxe
Missing husband puzzles KeoKuk wife in Des Moines district
Mrs. Robert Richardson, grief stricken by her husband’s disappearance, seeks help at the police station. The Jacksonville Missouri couple lived on a Sugar Creek farm owned by Hutson. Richardson, 28, left with a section gang hand car and vanished after reaching the Des Moines river bridge. The motive and fate remain unknown.
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Keokuk
Robert Richardson
Jacksonville
Missouri
Sugar Creek
Hutson
Richardson
Des Moines River Bridge
Section Gang
Huston
Overcoat Store Promises Solid Satisfaction and Value
A brisk pitch highlights guaranteed value with every dollar spent. The dealer asserts reliable satisfaction and confident pricing, inviting customers to compare and feel assured in their purchase.
Ki Carris & Co Offers Christmas Bible Gifts and Styles
The store promotes Bible as a fine Christmas present and stocks Oxfords Bagsters and the International line. Prices are described as within reach for all shoppers.
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Ki. Carris & Co
Oxfords
Bagsters
The
International
Skating Rink Planned in East Town This Winter
Local youths plan to start a skating rink in the east part of town this winter if enough shares are sold. Grounds will be flooded and prepared promptly, offering a safe indoor venue for children and adults seeking the old time sport. Robert Ginger: Seats for Ingersoll’s Lecture on Saturday at 8:45 pm are on sale, promising the eloquent speaker to audiences.
Keeley Real Estate and Notary Public Office Opens
Real estate broker T. T. Keeley operates from 207 West Washington Street at the sign of the Liberty Pole, offering property services and notary public work.
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T. T. Keeley
Notary Public
West
Washington Street
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