Special Services Close With Largest Week Attendance
The Second United Presbyterian church held its last service of a week of special meetings yesterday with a near full morning crowd. Rev H B Speer of Omaha preached each evening and yesterday, praised for sincerity and effective delivery. He spoke on Behold the Man, highlighting Jesus trial and the prisoner’s presence.
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Central United Presbyterian Church
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Rheumatic Blood Promises Quick Relief From Pain
An advertisement touts a single remedy from The Swift Specific Co. for rheumatism, claiming it treats acid conditions and nerve depression. It presses Starvation cures and brands 5.8.S.S. as effective, urging readers to write to The Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta for confidential consultation.
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Swift Specific Co
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Lincoln Politics and McCarty Echoes in Nebraskans Verse
In a lively Lincoln poem Walt Mason praises Bryan and William J. McCarty as rivals shaping the city’s political scene. The piece contrasts Lincoln’s past fame with current claims, urging shared glory beyond one town’s pride. It reflects local pride, regional figures, and a neighborly push for broader recognition.
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Christ the Pattern of Love at Prisoner Trial Sermon
The minister preached that Christ embodies long suffering and universal love, urging listeners to worship and follow him. He stated God is Love as the Bible’s essential teaching and that God’s love surpasses all earthly loves. He cited Jesus’ sacrifice and mercy as evidence of divine love for sinners.
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Mexico to Revise Tariff as Congress Takes Up Duties
Washington sources expect Mexico to revise its customs tariff around the same time Congress considers import duties. Americans in Mexican trade sent humorous inquiries as to timing, but the State Department has no definite information yet.
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Washington
Department of State
The Dead Letter Office How It Handles Lost Mail
A detailed look at the Dead Letter Office method, showing six sets of ledgers for money, papers, stamps, photos, and valuables. It explains return to sender, filing for missing addresses, two year holds for property, and library donations. It notes stamping reforms and the office as a Santa Claus figure for discarded mail.
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St Louis Globe-Democrat
Vinci cod liver and iron tonic promises digestion aid
A local Oregon ad touts Vinci cod liver and iron tonic as a remedy for weak stomachs and sluggish digestion. It claims to strengthen nerves, improve appetite, and offers a money back guarantee if it fails to help, with Sherman Bros. Drugists of Washington, Iowa featured. A Saxo Salve advertisement also promotes skin relief with a guarantee.
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Efficiency Societies Hear Talks on Industrial Waste
New York January meeting of the Efficiency Societies Building discusses reducing waste through standardizing trade customs and mutual interests. Taft Commission on efficiency attends a dinner at the Hotel Astor with talks on government organization and industrial relations.
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Francis N. Headiey
H. F. J. Porter
Alfonso Thanks Taft Cablegram From Spain King
President Taft received a cablegram from King Alfonso of Spain thanking him for greetings on his name day and extending gratitude to the American people. The exchange reflects cordial relations between Spain and the United States.
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Bliss pushes Iowa support for Kenyon-Sheppard liquor bill
Des Moines reports Representative John A. Bliss introduces a resolution urging Congress and Iowa’s two senators to back the Kenyon-Sheppard liquor bill. The measure aims to bar shipments from wet states into dry counties or states, but no vote was taken and it was laid over. Supporters warn passage could dramatically affect wet and dry forces.
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Decatur County
Iowa
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Washington
Bliss
Love Your Wives is Railroad Order
Des Moines January 27 railroad men urged to honor their wives and keep homes in order. An internal line bulletin says quarrels distract workers and debt and nagging harm job performance. Emphasis on treating wives well as partners, with reminders of mutual support and improved, more fascinating spouses.
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Berlin's big restaurant requires waiters to thank customers
In a prominent Berlin dining venue a policy mandates staff to express thanks after every bill is settled. The rule applies even if patrons do not leave a tip. It shapes service norms and reflects local restaurant culture.
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Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad With Reward Notice
One Hundred Dollars reward offered for an incurable Catarrh case. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo claim reliability over 15 years in business. Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised as blood and mucous system remedy with testimonials and 75 cents per bottle. Also Hall's Family Pills promoted for constipation.
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F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F J. Cheney
National Bank OF Commerce
Mall
Law to Restrict Firearms Introduced in Des Moines House
A bill introduced in the Des Moines house by Representative Hazen of Pottawattamie county would restrict the sale of dangerous weapons and ban carrying them. Penalties equal to felonies could apply, with licenses required to purchase revolvers dirks bowie knives stilettos and other dangerous items. The licensing board includes county officials or police chiefs depending on county police organization. The board may investigate purchase purpose and require full weapon descriptions from applicants.
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Des Moines
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Pottawattamie County
LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE ADVERTISMENT CLAIMS CURE
An old advertisement promises to cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails to cure, and Fr. W. Grove’s signature appears on each box. 25 cents.
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