Iowa Express Rates Cut 20 Percent on February First
Burlington describes a 20 percent reduction in Iowa express rates set for February 1 1908 by the state railroad commission. The change ends potential court actions over Iowa rates while Missouri and other states face ongoing suits. Officials note the commission acted under legislative authority after reviewing several lower proposals from express companies.
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Burlington
Iowa
State Railroad Commission
Missouri
Nebraska
Minnesota
Railroad Commission
Crouch Arrested in Pension Fraud Case at Keokuk
William F. Crouch, an elderly man, was arrested by U S Marshal A D Dunlap in the Keokuk post office on a pension fraud charge. He is believed to have received government benefits under an assumed name, with the true owner later applying for the pension, prompting the department to uncover the deception. Crouch, traced from Marshalltown, had mailed requests to forward his mail, and was captured Wednesday afternoon as he asked for his mail.
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Keokuk
Iowa
William F. Crouch
United States
A. D. Dunlap
Ottumwa
Crouch
Marshalltown
Des Moines
Drake University
Hill M. Bell
Corydon
B. E. Freeland
Drake
Bell
Department of
Church of Christ
Higher Institution of Learning
Signs of a Mild Winter in Keokuk
Keokuk Iowa reports a mild winter forecast based on goosebone signs. Harry Johnson who has used the bone for 50 years notes only one cold snap possible late in the season. Other prophets cite lighter fish slime thinner cow shucks and sparse bud wrapping as evidence of milder weather.
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Keokuk
Iowa
Harry Johnson
Waterloo Thieves Steal Furs and Rings in Waterloo
Sneak thieves plague Waterloo merchants as a woman is seen handling a fur set valued at 140 before theft. Mrs. R. L. Parker reports three rings worth 375 stolen from the piano while she cooked. Also an advertisement touts Preventics cold tablets claiming quick relief and pneumonia prevention.
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Waterloo
Iowa
R. L. Parker
Local notes and ads preview Christmas season
Co D to drill tonight and parade in full dress uniform. Wm O Loughlin visits from Sioux Falls as police officer. Inland Type Foundry rep Major Latta discussed with printers. Local ads tout Christmas trees flowers and furniture deals. Keck Floral promotes azaleas violets carnations hyacinth narcissus for Christmas.
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Hays
Foley
South Side
Wm. O'Loughlin
Sioux Falls
L. H
O'Loughlin
Jack
Molly
Major Latta
Washington
Inland Type Foundry
the Central
Morning Sun
Mr. Latta
Major
Big Muddy
Waters
Winfield Beacon
Keck Floral Co
Kidney Cure Proves Effective for James Donahue
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports heavy kidney issues ending after taking Foley's Kidney Cure. He states one would pass a rigid life insurance examination after two bottles and five bottles cured him. The remedy claims to cure backache and all kidney and bladder troubles and is sold by all druggists.
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James Donahue
New Britain, Conn
Foley
Weather forecast for Iowa from Washington forecast office
Special to The Evening Journal reports a forecast for Iowa. Tonight will be fair and slightly colder in eastern and central portions. Saturday is expected to be fair with continued cooler conditions in those areas.
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Washington, D. C
The
Evening Journal
Iowa
Cleaned and Pressed at Low Prices
Iigh grade work at low prices for ladies and men. Ladies skirts coats and silk dresses from 75c to 1.00. Men's suits overcoats boys and children’s suits 75c to 1.00. Shellabarger's pantatorium. Phone 246. All work guaranteed by Bob ax.
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Shellabarger
Bob
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Endorsed by Le Raysville Merchant
Woolever, a well known Le Raysville merchant, says Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured his piles over 20 years ago. The remedy is guaranteed for sores wounds burns or abrasions and available for 265 cents at Stewart's Pharmacy.
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Woolever
le Raysville
N. Y
Stewart's
Lincoln encounter at White House tall stranger noted
Keokuk Iowa reports Col H B Blood at a Civil War era reception and Lincoln remarks on a tall man who could look him in the eye. The item mentions a Teddy Bears versus National Guards matchup in Columbus Junction tonight.
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Keokuk
Iowa
H. B. Blood
White House
Lincoln
Columbus Junction
National Guards
Small house for rent and a life saved by remedy
In Holly Springs North Carolina Geo W Spence tells of his baby girl recovering from measles bronchitis after eight stores failed to provide relief until Chamberlain's Cough Remedy was tried. The rememdy is described as caring pleasant and safe and is sold by Cook and Sherman.
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Chamberlain
Geo.w. Spence
Holly Springs
N. C
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Lemmon
Phar Magy
S. E. Cor. Square
North Carolina
Windsor Grocery
UGLG
Wm. F. Crouch
the Jeweler
Steck
STE
J. H. Stewart
Co. D
Minstrel
Journal Office
PT S
Weather Forecast
Iowa Springs
Wilber Miller
J. A. Harwood
Edison Phonographs
Edison
Victor
Columbia Records
T. H. Chilcote
N. Lowa Avenue
Sinae
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