Bailey Brown Nuptials Set for April at Burlington
Miss Marie Brown daughter of H A Brown of Burlington and Marsh W Bailey prominent attorney will wed in a church ceremony at high noon April 10 followed by a breakfast at the bride’s father’s home Mrs T W Barhydt will host a bridal party dinner Monday evening A boy of sixteen ran afoul of Marshal Norton after arriving by train confessing he ran away from near Hedrick and lodged at city hall Geo Bereiter and Mrs Young of Sacramento travel eastward for illness of Mrs Young a daughter to Mr and Mrs John Shane west of the city was born Saturday
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Marie Brown
H. A. Brown
Burington
Marsh W. Bailey
T. W. Barhydt
Umbus Junction
Marshal Norton
Hedrick
John Shane
West of the City
Railway Assessments Rise and Change Across Roads
Town Des Moines March 26 report: state executive council sets railway assessment at 46 million dollars, up 1.5 million from last year. Old roads down 150 thousand, new roads about 1.659 million. Chicago and North Western up, Rock Island and Burlington down 250 thousand each. Evansville March 20 body of William Meinert found in pond after declaring intent to die by drowning. Milwaukee March 26 glue factory strike prompts deputy sheriffs as 200 men and 40 girls protest discharge of former assistant superintendent Murphy. Triton schooner wrecked at Dun France with ten crew lost.
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Town
Des Moines
State Executive Council
Chicago and North Western
Rock Island
Burlington
Evansville
Ind
William Meinert
Babytown
Meinert
Milwaukee
United States Glue Company
Carrollville
Murphy
Tragic well death of mother and infant at Rushville
Mrs Mark Sellers age 20 and her 14 month old child were found dead in a Rushville well after eight hours. The infant drowned and the mother died of exposure while attempting to rescue her child. Her nails were worn, hands cut, and she was bruised and bleeding.
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Rushville
Mark Sellers
State Bank at Hardy Targeted by Overnight Break-In
Hardy Nebraska March 26 report says the State Bank of Hardy was broken into at about 3 a.m. by burglars using dynamite to blast the safe. No trace of the culprits identified in initial investigation.
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Hardy
Bur S
Former resident John Maughlin dies at 78
John Maughlin, aged 78, died this morning at his daughter’s home in Nebraska. He lived northwest of the city for years, moved to Stafford Kansas in 1887, and his remains will be buried in Stafford. He leaves two sons and three daughters.
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John Maughlin
J. W
Andersons
Wiscoville
Neb
Resi
Ford County
Kansas
Nebraska
Stafford
Sle
Aona A. Ander- 800
Wilsonville
T. C. Maughlin
West Chester
Lizzie J Beard
Safford
Kan
Martha M. Gordon
Sterling
Charles S. Maughlin
World-Herald Essay Lists Five Best Newspapers
Under May 2, 1899, the Omaha World-Herald answers Inquirer questions on top newspapers. It argues a paper can excel in one area yet be weak in another and cites about twenty leading names across five general categories.
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Omaha World-Herald
Inquirer
the World-Herald
Golden Testimony Accuses Prominent Republican in Goebel Plot
Frankfort Ky March 26 Wharton Golden testified in the Powers Goebel murder case alleging two Black men Hackersmith and Dick Coowbs planned to kill Goebel. He linked several prominent figures including John Powers Charles Binley W H Cul ton and Governor Taylor to a broader conspiracy to influence Kentucky politics. Golden described bringing mountaineers to Frankfort to threaten or kill Democrats if needed.
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Goebel
Frankfort
John Towers
Hackersmith
Dick Coowbs
Wharton Golden
Kentucky
Commonwealth
Golden
Secretary Powers
John Powers
Charles Binley
W. H. Culton
Taylor
Brankfort
Legislative Hall
Jokes Sharp Reprimanded Over Mine Prank at Fort Frankfort Arsenal
A Kentucky incident raised alarm when reports said guards laid a mine with inside wiring at the Frankfort arsenal. General Collier denied any mine laying, stating officers rehearsed a stunt without sanction and the men involved were sharply reprimanded. Officials in Washington said no federal action would interfere with Kentucky’s dispute as Beckham-Taylor case nears appeal. The piece also notes aid to India and a new chipped-glass factory in Hartford City Indiana.
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Frankfort
State Arsenal
Colllier
Murray
Collier
Washington
Committee of
Kentucky Republicans
Kentucky
War Department
Beckham
United States
Attack on a Stage Driver in Nebraska Hold-Up
W P Hunt, a stage driver from Valentine Nebraska, on the road to Rosebud, escaped an attempted holdup by two masked men. As shots rang out near twenty miles from Valentine, Hunt rode off, fired back with his revolver, and dropped one attacker from his saddle ending the pursuit.
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Valentine
W. P. Hunt
Here
Rosebud
Hunt
Indiana coal miners and operators in open conference
In Terre Haute Indiana on March 26 miners and operators failed to bridge weekly wage disputes at the Indiana open conference. Both committees remain firm as talks pause for a possible afternoon session. Separately, in Washington a Porto Rico bill was recommitted to separate tariff and government features. A commission was authorized to study Orient trade and memorial designs for General Grant were funded. Eulogies for Representative Hoes followed.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Indiana
Washington
Foraker
Oliver P. Morton
Statuary Hall
Fairbank
AML, Son
Beveridge
House
Porto Rico
General Grant
Paris
Hoes
Virginia
Clinton pair feud reaches Indiana divorce case
Mrs Carrie Horney of Clinton Ind arrives in Terre Haute to defend a divorce suit filed by her husband John L Horney president of Clinton Telephone Co The couple accuses each other and letters to Father John F Stanton of Clinton Catholic church are cited as evidence San Francisco notes Chinatown cleanup continues amid reports of bubonic plague unfounded.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Carrie Horney
Clinton
John L. Horney
Clinton Telephone Company
John F. Stanton
San Antonio
Tex
Horney
Father Stanton
Wanted Life of D L Moody Proclaimed by Family Agency
Advertisement from The Dominion Company notes authorized life of D L Moody by son W R Moody and Ira D Sankey, promising high profits and a trusted source with references to banks. Also includes a farm work inquiry by M B Piper and a Bay mare sale with 40 CnA s by H Keck.
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D. L Moody
W. R. Moody
Ira D. Sankey
Life
The
Dominion Company
Dept J
Chicago
Karl’s Clover Root Tea Sold With Absolute Guarantee
Muddy complexions and nauseating breath are linked to chronic constipation. Karl's Clover Root Tea is touted as an absolute cure sold for fifty years with an absolute guarantee. Price two cents and fifty cents at J. H. Stewart's druggist.
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Karl
J. H. Stewart’s
Comedy Don’t Tell My Wife at Davenport Opera House
Courtesy of Mr Kinds manager. The Graham will hear on Thursday March 29 the funny comedy Don’t Tell My Wife. Presented by the original New York caste this comedy yields a succession of laughs with clean humor.
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Kinds
Davenport Opera House
Graham
Jones
New York
Dont Tell my Wife comedy to play at Davenport Opera House
A clean comedy titled Dont Tell my Wife comes to the Graham next Thursday evening March 29. Courtesy of the Davenport Opera House manager, seats go on sale next Tuesday with prices 25 50 and 75.
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Davenport Opera House
The Air Ship at Graham in April
The Air Ship a musical comedy by J M Gaites will be presented at the Graham in April. The Marx Reich company stages a farce with all new music bright dancing and a stylish cast including the Battle of the Roses number performed by attractive young women in rich costumes. Ort Waters proprietor offers special shoe shining and dressing for ladies.
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J. M. Gaites
Marx & Reich Company
the Graham
Homemade chenille rugs at factory prices
Thomas Simpson jr offers homemade chenille rugs at J. B Crails with factory pricing. Customer selection includes durable patterns for living rooms and hallways.
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Thomas Simpson, Jr
Bakery Supplies Headquarters Cheaper Than DIY
A local supplier markets a wide range of bakery tools and ingredients at lower prices than creating them in house. The firm promotes bulk buys, fast shipping, and comprehensive product lines for professional and home bakers alike.
The Washington Limited and Fox Agency Rail Offers
An old ad touts The Fox service routing from Washington to Chicago Peoria Indianapolis Cincinnati and St Louis with morning and evening departures. It promises no waits on lines and urges readers to book via 24112 Kh. G Fox Agent for time and money savings.
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Washington
Chicago
Peoria
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Washington Limited
Burlington
Kh. G
Fox
Agt
North Dakota land rush rate advertised by Northern Pacific
The Northern Pacific Railway advertises a very low $5 fare from Saint Paul and Minneapolis to Jamestown Leeds Oakes Pembina and intermediate ND points on March 14 20 28 and in April to facilitate settlement of lands. Harm lands at reasonable prices. Write C O W Mott General Emigrant Agent or Chas S Fee GP TA Northern Pacific Ry St Paul MN for details.
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Northern Pacific
Saint Paul
Minneapolis
Jamestown
Leeds
Oakes
Pembina
CO W Mott
General Emigrant
Chas S Fee
GP & TA
Northern Pacific Ry
St Paul, Minn
Homeseekers' Excursions on BCRN Line April 3 and 17 1900
Round trip tickets at a single fare plus 200 will be sold for 21 days to all points on the BCRN line in Iowa Minnesota and South Dakota north of Shell Rock Abbott Crossing and Waverly. The offer covers many Northern Western and Southern cities. For details contact BCRN agents or MNO G. Farmer Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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Iowa
Minnesota
South Dakota
Shell Rock
Abbott Crossing
Waverly
G. Farmer
A.G. P
T. A
Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Route Train Timetable January 21 1900
Time table lists arrivals and departures for the Cedar Rapids Route at Columbus Junction and Marshalltown Mall, detailing connections to eastern lines. It notes trains Nos 1 through 6 with morning and evening times and indicates connections at Marshalltown and Peoria for Omaha Denver and the east.
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DBS
Moiier Valley Division
D. M Val
Des Moines
Knoxville
Des M
Rock Island
Washington
Peoria
Marshalltown
Omaha
Denver
JN Tittemore
Geo
Batty
aPkTaAa
Cedar Rapids
Columbus Junction
Child Born to Eckerman Family Near City
Born yesterday to Mr and Mrs Guy Eckerman east of the city a daughter arrives Saturday evening with Dr Pratt from Iowa City. The child will complete his optical studies with Dr Pratt who will be permanently there for the next four months. Chas Lombardo has been staying with his brother Mike at
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Wentlemen
William Southerland
Henry Stichter
Whskers
Southerland
Stichter
Guy Eckerman
A Daugh
Huff
Msquoketa
Pratt
Iowa City
Dr. Pratt
Chas. Lombardo
Mike
Don’t Tell My Wife Comedy Hits Local Stage
A humorously titled show billed as “Don’t Tell my Wife” tours from Davenport to Clinton to Washington and arrives in Burlington. The company promises a very funny comedy presented with the original New York cast, stopping at the Graham area Thursday evening.
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New York
Davenport
Clinton
Washington
Buriington
Happy Farmer Sells Building Lot in Washington Neighborhood
A farmer offers a fine Washington building lot with drainage shade and ornamental trees planted sidewalks and a residence neighborhood ready for from 100 dollars upward. The ad promotes the lot as a proposi tion and highlights features for prospective buyers seeking affordable urban plots.
KE Lets Build Your House From Your Plans
KE offers to construct a home according to customer drawings and allows payment in monthly installments. The offer targets buyers seeking custom design and financing flexibility.
Properties For Sale At Very Low Prices On Favorable Terms
Newly built and nearly finished properties are offered for sale at very cheap prices with favorable terms. The listing notes some homes are new while others near completion and invites quick consideration by buyers seeking bargains.
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Dun
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Grand Hotel
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Taggart
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A. Knox
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Iome Journal
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Mr. Souther
Land
Chas. Deutschmann
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Prankfort Arsenal
Beckham-Taylor
Louisville
Vield
Court of Appeals
India
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Virgil
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U.S. Gov
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Homer
C. M. Grumbling
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Kar Hotel
Allen
Wartfel
North Dakota
B. C.R
N. R
East Side Restaurant
B&q
Brighton
Mason City Mail
Sun
St. Paul
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Stewart
Geo. W. Stewart
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M. Lombardo
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