Washington Canadian Land Co. Holds Annual Meeting
The Washington Canadian Land Co. stockholders met in the Commercial club rooms with Rev. W R Sawhill chairing and KE Smith as secretary. Directors were re-elected, a 10 percent dividend was declared bringing total dividends to 69 percent, and about 50,000 bushels of wheat remained for future dividend. Grain transport shortages and car scarcity in Canada hinder market access, but members expect relief and a rich return on investment.
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Washington Canadian Land Company
Commerjal Club
W. R. Sawhill
KE. H. Smith
Winfield
G. W. Griffith
D. H. McLaughlin
George W. Hay
E. R
Canada
Washington Dian Company
Unguarded remark on a man’s steadiness after drinks
A quip dismisses a man’s reliability when drinking but hints at possible steadiness at other times. The line suggests a reputation built on inconsistent behavior and raises questions about self control and judgment in social settings.
Sidewalk Sketches The Mule as a Comic Excerpt
A humorous but pointed portrait of the mule as a treacherous yet comical four footed character. The piece recalls a farmer’s tale of a mule that eventually injures its owner, with blunt language about its lack of humor and dangerous bite.
I Thank You Hog Breeder Thanks Patrons
A hog breeder thanks customers nationwide for purchasing his Poland China hogs. He notes the smooth big type gilt edged herd and aims to keep best stock and first class stock. He credits the Journal for aiding sales and reiterates gratitude.
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Poland
Man Quoted on Wife Weight Dispute in Quirky Exchange
A humorous remark about a wife’s changing weight is attributed to a man, who recalls promising far more than expected and noting she has gained to nearly 200 pounds since marriage. The exchange highlights the old timey tone of domestic anecdotes.
Paul Co Holds Annual Meeting After Four Years of Growth
The Geo H Paul Co held its annual meeting with Geo H Paul presiding to elect officers declare dividends and review a year marked by reduced land activity amid tighter money markets. In four years the company has handled about 400000 acres of Texas land and expanded capital to 300000 with preferred stock yielding 16 23 percent for six years. The first preferred issue returned its principal and dividends, while the second issue paid half back. Focus shifts to the Geo H Paul Western Land and Orchard ventures with promising San Luis Valley acreage and active development under way.
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Geo. H. Paul
Paul
Texas
Geo. H. Paul Western Land Co
Geo. H. Paul Orchard Co
San Luis Valley
Colorado
Nipping air and brazen city neighbors clash in verse
A brisk northern wind and icy taunts spark a playful critique of urban grumblers and aging, with Arctic imagery of seals and polar bears. The speaker notes a tonic breeze that lifts spirits, while cold days reveal stubborn hopes and stubborn fatigue in a wry, urban-poetic tone.
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Labrador
Geo H Paul Co Elects New Directors and Officers
At a stockholders meeting the Geo. H. Paul Co chose directors for the coming year: George H. Paul S. J. Cocklin Fred H. Smith Grace Hunter Stephen and Harry Montgomery. The board then elected Geo. H. Paul president S. J. Cocklin secretary and Fred H. Smith vice president and treasurer.
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Geo. H. Paul Co
George H. Paul
S. J. Cocklin
Fred H. Smith
Grace Hunter Stephen
Harry Montgomery
Geo
Interesting Race of Peruvians Described in 19th Century Text
A historical passage stereotypes the Cholo Indians of Peru as simple yet docile, semi savage in remote regions, hardy mountaineers with melancholy temperament and superstition. It notes long treks and fasting, sustained by cocoa leaves chewed similarly to kola in South Africa.
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Peru
South Africa
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement and Endorsements
One hundred dollar reward offer for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co Toledo endorsed by Walding Kinnan & Marvin as honest and able to fulfill obligations. Cure taken internally, priced at Tie per bottle, sold by all druggists. Also Hall's Family Pills recommended for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Hope 10 Recover Quarter Million in Swindle Case
Iowa City reports a settlement approach in the Denver and Northwestern Fuel Company swindle in Colorado federal courts. Iowa City investors valued at $215,000 in a $1,000,000 stock issue, later raised to $3,000,000, may recover funds. The scheme also drew Marion residents and university figures into the alleged fraud. The case began in Denver with S. K. Stevenson as attorney. a large music hall fire followed, destroying $10,000 in damages.
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Iowa City
Denver and Northwestern Fuel Company
Colorado
Marion
Dean W. C. Wilcox
The
Mbneral Arts
Denver
van Devanter, Hook and Carland
Fire Victim Found After Rail Yard Car Fire Near Dubuque
In Dubuque Iowa on January 9 a car containing Burlington railway shovelers and track builders caught fire after a payday carousal. A charred body was found Wednesday with no identification as the group fled. The dead man remains unnamed among numbered workers.
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Dubuque
Iowa
Burlington Railway
East Dubuque
Ames College Officials Barely Escape Peril
Prof and Mrs A S Thompson directors of Ames College music department in Ames Iowa narrowly escaped a dangerous incident on January 9. Authorities investigated the near miss and officials stressed safety measures for campus activities.
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Ames
Iowa
A. S. Thompson
Ames College
Parisian Sage Hair Remedy Promoted by Local Family
Ilannah Harkness of Marshalltown Iowa endorses Parisian Sage from Lemmon's Pharmacy as a versatile hair product. The ad claims it cleans the scalp, prevents dandruff, stops hair loss, and can grow hair. bottles cost 50 cents and fit for children and adults.
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Lemmon
Ilannah
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Majestic
Round Oak
Art Garland
Washington
Canadian Land CO
Mothers’ Congress
B.h. Paul CO
CERS
Geo. H
Paul Co
Walt
Walt Mason
George Matthews Adams
HOPE
Famous
Brater
Thompsons
Tom Lambert
Board of Education
Ames Music Hall
Nixon Waterman
Waterman
Opera House
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
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