Memorial bill for soldier memorial building in Iowa towns
At the suggestion of J Be Crail a bill known as House File 215 was enacted allowing cities and towns in Iowa to erect equip or purchase soldier memorial buildings and to levy bonds and a five mill tax for construction and maintenance with an election required for approval. The measure authorizes bonds up to 5 percent of property value and sets provisions for funds control and civic involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Be'Crail
Washington
General Assembly
Mr. Crail
Davidson
State of
Iowa
Commission
Ander
United States
Community Civic Congress
Shatmunity Civic Congress
Coperal Assembly
Liberty Memorial
Tee
Crett
Thirty-eighth General Assembly
Eivic Congress
Council
Des Moines
Des Moines Register
Loya
Braytons in Trouble Plead Guilty to Lewdness in Newton
C C Brayton and his wife pleaded guilty to lewdness before Judge Charles A Dewey in Newton Iowa. Each was fined 100 dollars with costs but could not pay, bonded by Seyi Brown of Monroe. The couple, married two years, earlier faced arrest on similar charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Iowa
C. C. Brayton
Des Moines
Charles A.dewey
Mrs Arthur Capper Arrives to Join Senator in Washington
Mrs. Arthur Capper wife of the new senator from Kabeus has arrived in Washington to join her husband and take an active part in national social affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Guapo
Kabeus
Atchison Woman Makes Soft Soap Quality Remark
A local note recalls an Atchison woman who creates exceptionally soft soap praised as washing away all but sins. The fragment hints at social humor and moral reflection as neighbors react to new goods and ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison
In a Woman’s Party Quietly Surprised and Graceful
A dated aside notes how a woman hosting a party is often surprised by guests remaining, while a girl’s charm in singing laughter and piano playing is likened to a merchant promising it is no trouble to show goods.
Fall Offerings for Horses and Buggies
As fall nears many horses and buggies are offered for sale. People dislike feeding a buggy horse through winter when he is of little use. Yet many are compelled to feed a good many horses through the winter.
Story Gossip In Town Circulates About Matt Smith
The Atchison Clobe reports a rumor exchange involving Matt Smith. A passerby asked if he had heard of a story about him, and Smith replied he had just heard one on the speaker. The piece underscores how repeating tales can spread about everyone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dian
Matt Smith
Mr. Smith
Atchison Clobe
Women Missionary Society to Meet at 2 30 P M
Announcement notes First United Presbyterian Church women divided group meets Friday at 2 30 led by Mrs W J Hamilton Myre Hervey Bell with discussion. Rebekahs plan regular Friday meeting at I O O F hall to prepare for convention. Girls aged 5 to 12 sought for pageant drills under Miss Jensen at Commercial Club gym Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at 9 00 A M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's
Mhssionary Society
First United Presbyterian Church
Myre
Hervey Bell
W. J. Hamilton
Rebekahs
I. O. O. F. Hall
Miss Jensen
Commercial Club
Missionary Society Meeting At Baptist Church
The Woman's Missionary society of the Baptist church will meet tomorrow afternoon at 2 30 with Mrs. Will Sickle. Mrs J W Lemley is the leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Missionary Society of the Baptist Church
Will Sickle
J. W. Lemley
Presbyterians to observe Lord's Supper next Sabbath in West Chester
The United Presbyterian Church of West Chester will observe the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper next Sabbath morning, Aug. 8. Preparatory services include a prayer meeting Friday at 8:40 p.m. and preaching Saturday at 2:30 p.m. Presbyterian church choir practice is postponed to next week. The First United Presbyterian church choir meets tonight at 7530.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presbyterian Church of
West Chester
Presbyterian Church
First United Presbyterian Church
Basket dinner at West Mester Methodist Church
West Mester Methodist Church hosts a basket dinner this Friday August 8. All former members and friends of the congregation are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Mester
Relief from Rheumatic Pain With Liniment Claim
Dublin Georgia farmer J N Adams says he was crippled by rheumatism until using Chamberlains Liniment. He spent heavily on remedies with no relief until the liniment allowed him to move about without severe pains. Lemmons Drug Store advertises the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Adams
Dublin
Tsing Chamberlain
Lemmon's Drug Store
Baptists at Iowa Falls Prep for Ten Day Assembly
Iowa Falls hosts the state Baptist assembly for ten days starting tomorrow. Notable leaders include Dr. M D Hubank of New York City and Dr. T Keiman of Chicago, with many others from Des Moines Philadelphia and beyond. Information on tents rooms and dining hall service is available from local organizers and pastors in Des Moines Ames Cedar Rapids and Webster City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Falls
State Baptist Assembly
M.D. Hubank
New York City
T. Keiman
Chicago
L. Hi. Kocher
Bloomfield
W. G. Touwari
Philadelphia
Edith Meyer
Frances Comes
S. KE. Wilcox
Des Moines
G. P. Mitchell
Dea
J. B. Viets
Webster City
A. W. Caul
Ames
J. A. Lapjam
Beadwork a welcome pastime at Fort Des Moines hospital
Soldiers pass idle hours with beadwork at Fort Des Moines hospital. George Mainard shows skill in making beadweave belts in three days. Quiet indoor crafts are favored to ease monotony of hospital life.
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Fort Des Moines Hospital
George Mainard
Negroes Flee to Milwaukee Amid Wave of Refugees
The city of Milwaukee sees hundreds of Black refugees arriving daily from the South. Trains bring large numbers to stay with relatives or friends while concerns rise about race riots and safety. Before the war Milwaukee's Black population stood around 1,400. influx from Southern ports has greatly increased that number.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Chrisus
Offfein
Milwautkes
Meyrors
Zemo Remedy Promises Fast Skin Relief
An ad touts Zemo as a safe antiseptic liquid that cures eczema itch pimples and rashes. It claims major blemishes fade overnight and itching stops instantly with easy application. Available from Oruvind at 25c for small bottles and $1 for large.
Strike Darkens Villages Across Suburban Chicago Area
The 600 Aurora Elgin and Chicago interurban workers walk out halting service for 250 000 commuters and impacting Vox river towns and Chicago suburbs. Many towns lose water. a compromise allows the power plant at Thuavia to run for drinking water only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Aurora, Elgin
Vox River
Thuavia
Carmen Workers Vote On Plan For Wage Settlement
Chicago transport strike leaders will vote Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on whether to accept Governor Lowden’s proposed wage settlement. No elevated trains or surface cars will operate until Saturday morning, even if the vote passes. W. D. Mahon announced the referendum date after talks with the governor and transit officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago, Inty
Lowden
W. D. Mahon
Car Men
Tractio
Whisky exports from Kentucky begin to Britain and Ireland
Louisville report says export trade from Kentucky distilleries has started. Large shipments from state warehouses head to England Ireland and Seattle with exports surpassing 20000 jowrelt. Distillers seek to clear holdings before the January constitutional prohibition halts exports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Kentucky
British Isles
England
Ireland
Seathun
Lithuanian Plea Seeks Gold to Aid Nation in Distress
Madame Turczynowiz, accredited representative of Lithuania, travels to New York to appeal for aid. She claims Germany seized all Lithuanian gold and caused economic ruin with devalued currency, noting food scarcity and high prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame Turczynowiz
New York
Monks and War Losses Mentioned in Fragment
A fragment notes a range of 800 to 1,100 monks and mentions Madame Turczy nowiz born in Canada and a husband killed in the war. The text is partial and lacks clear context or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame Turczynowiz
Canada
Iowa State Fair Preparations Open With Two Prep Days
The first two days, Wednesday August 20 and Thursday August 21, are set as preparation days to help latecomers locate and settle in. Starting Friday August 22, the regular program of music judging and racing begins with nightly shows and a grand fireworks display by Theattle Duffield of Chicago to honor allied victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir
Theattle- Duffield Company
Chicago
Spectacular Air Show at Iowa State Fair Promises Aerial Combat
The Iowa state fair will showcase flights by Louis Gertson and Lieutenant Pack starting Friday August 22 with daily and evening shows weather permitting. The night flights will feature aerial combats and are billed as the most spectacular display yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Railroad Administration Announces Reduced Rates for Fair Visitors
The United States railroad administration announced reduced rail rates for fair visitors this year. Residents are advised to contact their travel agents to arrange discounted tickets and plan trips to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Railroad Administration
To Clear Bluing and Make It Flow Smoothly
An old-fashioned remedy describes tying three cords of cotton around the mouth of a Diluing bottle to help hay or fluid flow. The instructions promise a smooth liquid with fewer dark particles.
Baptists near Red Oak end feud over daughter’s wedding
A Southwestern Iowa Baptist association held a hearing to reunite members estranged by a daughter’s wedding to a man her parents opposed. After the session the council’s decision allowed the couple to rejoin. the church had been divided for 15 years by the dispute between Mr and Mrs Judd Bass and Mr and Mrs John Bass. Reverend Murphy of Council Bluffs moderated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Win
Red Oak
Dan Gupid
Chase
Southwestern Iowa
Judd Bass
John Bass
Murphy
Council Bluffs
Ancient combs used in toilets across ancient cultures
Describes combs and hair ornaments found in Greek, Egyptian, Roman, and Swiss lake-dwellers. Notes materials include wood bone horn and ivory. Mentions specimens found in recent years.
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Soldier's Memorial
FUL
Braytons
Arthur Capper
Cedar Rapids
Forty Club
Biandho Bros
Tenth Avenue
Ninth Street
Biando
Justice Lightner
Shard Savings
Big Assembly
Wisconsin City
Grazioli
Panera
Grazioi
Fiume
Fox River Valley
Carmen
John Barleycorn
Manine
Hoyt-Perry Tire Co
BATES
Washington, Iowa
Mexico
Mexican International Corp
Harvey D. Gibson
Liberty National Bank
Grayson M. Jr, Morph
Guaranty Trust Co
William C. Potter
Giuggenheim Brothers
Charles S. Sargent, Jr
Widder, Peabody & Co
Eugene V. R. Thayer
Chase National Bank
Mentoo
Republic of Santo Hemings
D. R. Jones
U. S
W. P. Littlefield
P. & M. Bank Building
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