Premium List Sets Iowa State Fair Record Drama
Des Moines reports the Iowa State Fair will open Aug 20 with a record $106,911 in premiums, surpassing last year’s $95,507. The event includes cattle and horse divisions, machinery exhibits, war relic displays, aviation plans, and a Victory Fair marking peace. A Chateau Thierry fireworks centerpiece with 300 cast members honors Iowa troops, plus two days of auto racing and four days of prominent prize money.
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Dainty Mason and Ernest Truex Star in Patriotic Camp Life Film
Dainty Shirley Mason and Ernest Truex headline a Paramount picture directed by John Emerson and Anita Loos, written for them, showing at the Graham theatre tonight. The patriotic production portrays life in soldiers training camps with scenes of strong national sentiment.
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Little Women at Graham Theatre Friday and Saturday
The Paramount Artcraft special film adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will be shown at the Graham Theatre this Friday and Saturday. The production blends humor pathos and sentiment as a noted literary work reaches the screen.
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Graham Theatre
Special two reel Christie comedy at the Graham
The Graham will screen a special two reel Christie comedy titled Sally's Blighted Career on Friday. The program targets all readers including women and children and men alike in the city.
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Proper Digestion Starts In The Mouth Advised
The advertisement urges thorough mastication and salivation to aid digestion and prevent stomach trouble. It recommends avoiding beef or veal during indigestion and using Chamberlain's Tablets for constipation to promote gentle bowel movement and stomach strength. Lemmon's Drug Store.
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The Strange Woman at Fox Theatre Receives Rave Criticism
Amusement critics from New York hail The Strange Woman as a big hit and a delightful satire on small town malice and busybodies. The feature attracts Friday audiences with praise from Evening Journal Evening Mail Evening Sun and others.
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Wapello County voters reject soldiers memorial project
The fall election shows two thirds turnout in country precincts and a county wide vote against the memorial. Ottumwa voters largely opposed the plan citing tax concerns and perceived benefit to Ottumwa. The piece urges unity and community progress over divisive attitudes.
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Burlington Men Plead Not Guilty
In Burlington Iowa on July 24 Robert Minard and Ed Ross were arraigned before Judge Guelich on robbery charges. They pleaded not guilty and posted 2000 bonds. Edward Luth, a farmer, said they slugged him and robbed him of 55 dollars and a gold watch at River Park. An officer and patrolman McElroy made the arrest. one man escaped but was later identified and caught.
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Robert Minard
Ed Ross
Guelich
Edward Luth
River Park
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Minard
Relieved His Rheumatic Pains in Dublin Ga
J. N. Adams of Dublin Georgia says he suffered crippling rheumatism and spent forty dollars on a guaranteed cure that did nothing. He reports relief after trying the remedy.
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J. N. Adams
Dublin
Rheumatic Pains Relief Featured by Lemmon's Drug Store
An advertisement endorses Chamberlain's Liniment for rheumatic pains claiming it lets the user move about without severe pains. The copy urges readers to try the remedy and notes Lemmon's Drug Store as the seller.
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Wednesday's Baseball Results Across Leagues
National League results include Chicago 3 Brooklyn 1 and New York 6 Cincinnati 1 Philadelphia 6 Pittsburgh 1 1-1. Beeston-St Louis had no game due to wet grounds. American League had Detroit 1 and none others scheduled. American Association shows Milwaukee 7 Indianapolis 4 Columbus 48 Minneapolis 3 4 St Paul 5 Toledo 4.
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State Fair Auto Show at Machinery Hall
The State Fair hosts a vast auto show in Machinery Hall featuring new 1920 models and designs. The lighter, cleaner space with a cement floor promises room to study various makes and provides ideas for comfort and utility in cars.
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Farm machinery show at Iowa state fair shines
The Evening Journal notes the farm machinery expo at the Iowa State Fair stands out even if other attractions are removed. The columnist urges visitors to explore the mechanical exhibits, calling the expo a mighty display of progress and activity.
The Whole Secret of A Better Tire
Brunswick tires promise higher standards through cost conscious selling. The maker cites 74 years of Brunswick quality, stressing formulas fabrics and thickness as costly but delivering more value per tire. A Brunswick illustrates the story and invites customers to choose all Brunswicks for better performance and value.
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