Deceased Foster Family Patriarch Dies in Jackson Township
George LaShell Foster died at his home eight miles northeast of Washington Iowa on Sunday afternoon at 1 30 o clock after a liver cancer battle spanning since Christmas He was born April 16 1835 in Union County Pennsylvania and moved to Illinois in 1843 The Iowa arrival came with Isabelle M McKibben in March 1875 to the family farm He leaves a widow five living children Chas J Geo F John F Boyd T Maggie B and twins Geo F and John F Also survived by three grandchildren six siblings and a sister who preceded him in death Funeral services are set for Tuesday at 10 o'clock from the Foster home with interment in Elm Grove cemetery Rev J C Abels to officiate He was an elder at Bethel Presbyterian Church.
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George LaShell Foster
Washington
Jackson Township
Union County
Pennsylvania
Thos. Foster
Chas. J
Geo. F
John F
Boyd T
Maggie B
Hattie McConnell
Leigh
Foster
Lloyd D. Foster
R. B. Foster
Webster City
Iowa
T. G. Foster
Liberty
Nebr
Mmes
S. M. Dornblaser
Fredonia
Kan
E. R. Burt
Shannon
Ill
S. A. Reber
Eldorado Springs
W. P. Moothart
Mary A. Hutchinson
Freeport
Foster Home
Lo’clock
Elm Grove Cemetery
J. C. Abels
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Chris
Incomplete obituary note on a beloved local citizen
A fragment from an obituary honors a respected local man described as a good citizen. It notes the bereaved family and the sympathy felt by a wide circle of friends.
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Tian
Vienna Sale Promises Fine Chocolates At 25 Cents
Special sale on fine chocolates all this week at the Vienna. A man wanted to work on a farm. Rh H Fetters phone R13 33. Mr. and Mrs John Rittenhouse visited town Saturday. Charles Harley returned from Mt Pleasant. John Hopengardner sick and unable to attend to night watch duties. Cab service available by calling 59 with drivers provided. M R Meek successor to Frank Webb. 1961
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Vienna
H. Fetters
John Rittenhouse
Charles Harley
Mt. Pleasant
John Hopengardner
M. R. Meek
Frank Webb
Fortnightly Club Economics Meet Set for 2:30
The Fortnightly club economics department will meet tomorrow at 2 30 at Mrs. Frank Stewart’s home on West Washington street.
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Frank Stewart
West Washington Street
Fortnightly Club Sefton Meeting With Mrs Crooks
The Sepattens prepare for a Fortnightly club meeting Tuesday evening at 7 30 led by Mrs J B Crooks. The event highlights a social gathering with musical seating and community participation.
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J. B. Crooks
B Sharp Club Studies Beethoven Life at Beamer Home
The B Sharp club met Saturday morning at Miss Janet Beamer's residence. Leader Miss Latchem conducted the gathering as they studied Beethoven's life.
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B Sharp
Janet Beamer
Miss Latchem
Beethoven
Social Frida Afternoon At Mrs Miles Bradford Home
The W R C will host a social Friday afternoon at Mrs Miles Bradford's home on South Iowa avenue. Each member should bring a plate cup sauce dish and spoon.
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Miles Bradford
Iowa Avenue
Testimonial Endorsement for Miss Dorothy Latchem's Piano Work
Emil Liebling approves Miss Dorothy Latchem as a pianist of artistic qualities and capable teacher of piano by modern methods. Chicago date March 1 1909 notes praise from the world renowned pianist and teacher.
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Dorothy Latchem
Emil Liebling
Chicago
Miss Latchem
Liebling
Misses Easter and Chihak Return From Washington Trip
The Misses Ruth Easter and Tressa Chihak returned last evening from an over Sunday visit with friends at Washington. Miss Cressett of Wellman arrives to work for the Stepiens sisters during spring work in the millt hey store. Ethel and Edith Peterson shopped in Washington Saturday. R O Lynn spent Saturday with his parents at Pleasant Plain. Mrs Elia Thompson and Dan McCarthy left for Columbus Junction. Inez Salladay and Deedie Baxter spent Saturday at Washington.
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Ruth Easter
Tressa Chihak
Washington
Miss Cressett
Wellman
Tressa
Alice Stepiens
Millthey
Ethel
Edith Peterson
R. O. Lynn
Pleasant Plain
Elia Thompson
Dan McCarthy
Columbus Junction
Inez Salladay
Deedie Baxter
Washingon
School election expected to favor Wallace and Berdo
The afternoon school election is not drawing opposition. A. H. Wallace and T. J. Berdo appear poised to win easily with no active ticket or notable challengers, suggesting broad approval from the community.
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A. H. Wallace
T. J. Berdo
Millinery Seller Seeks Immediate Settlements
Having sold my millinery store I require all debtors to call and settle promptly to straighten up my books. Mrs. R. McCall.
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R. McCall
Will Harwood Heads to Chicago for Family Visit
Saturday evening departure for Chicago to visit his sister Miss Fannie attending school there. Also notes a Bath Outfit sale in Fairfield with 59 sold, described as a dandy. Readers are urged to read the circular left at their door, per W. Barber.
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Will Harwood
Chicago
Miss Fannie
Bath
Fairfield
Largest assortment of chocolates in the city at the Vienna
The Vienna offers a broad selection of chocolates, presenting an extensive variety for connoisseurs and casual shoppers alike. Patrons can expect an array of flavors, brands, and gift options in a single storefront.
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Vienna
Piles Cure Promise with Pazo Ointment Guarantee
Pazo ointment pledges cure for itching bleeding protruding or blind piles within 6 to 14 days or money back. The advertised price is 60 cents.
The Dentist Chair as Modern Inquisition
A satirical compare and contrast of dental work with historical torture, ending with a grim wink at resilience. The piece frames the dentist as both tormentor and ally, noting fear, grinding, and polishing, then finding humor in relief and the return of health.
Star Photographer Records Stars Three Times Across Occasions
An astronomer photographs each star three times on three occasions to ensure no speck of dust or blemish on a plate is mistaken for a star, preserving accuracy in celestial cataloging.
Science and Religion Do Not Conflict, Says New York American
The New York American states that science and religion mutually ignore each other. Science is defined as systematized knowledge, religion as a sentiment of the soul, and science has no authority to judge religious truth. The piece asserts science is nonreligious and not opposed to spiritual belief.
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New York American
Funeral services for Lorenz Benz set at St James Church
Funeral services for the late Lorenz Benz will be held tomorrow at 10 30 a m from St James Catholic church with Rev Father J M Walsh officiating. The body arrives from Los Angeles and lies in state at the Benz hotel. Peter J Tondre and Joe Kramer are among attending relatives.
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Lorenz Benz
St. James Catholic
J. M. Walsh
L. Benz
Kathryn
Los Angeles
Calif
Benz Hotel
Peter J. Tondre
Fairbury
Nebr
Joe Kramer
Sheldon
Owa
Fraternal Aid to Hold Thursday Meeting
Notice from the Fraternal Aid association calls a regular meeting for Thursday evening. Full attendance is desired.
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Fraternal Aid Association
Called Meeting Notice for I. G. White Post
G A R Post announces a called meeting tomorrow Tuesday at 7 30 PM in J W Morton’s office Comrades please be G A Black P C
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I. G. White Post
J. W. Morton
Essley Ill at Home on East Jefferson Street
W. I. Essley is reported to be quite ill at his home on East Jefferson Street. The notice notes his condition and location without further details.
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W. L. Essley
East Jefferson Street
Meek Family Attends Bedford Funeral of Mrs Harry Meek
Mr and Mrs A S Meek attended the Bedford funeral of their son's wife Mrs Harry Meek who died of tuberculosis in Colorado seeking health relief. She leaves only her husband as survivor. The service was held in Bedford a week ago Sunday.
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A.S. Meek
Bedford
Harry Meek
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the County News
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Wooley Bros
Washington, Iowa
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