Day to Unveil Monument on Decoration Day in McPherson Speech
The Timothy Brown Monument will be unveiled on Decoration Day with Judge Smith McPherson delivering the key address. A full program includes a procession, cemetery services, an unveiling at the Revolutionary circle, prayers, music, and veteran memorials. The article lists officers, committees, and a long roster of soldiers buried in local cemeteries, noting four new names since last year.
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Timothy Brown
Smith McPherson
J. ©. Boice
John H. Steck
Steck
Company
D. GA. BR
A. H. Wallace
McCutcheon
Revolutionary Circle
Timothy Brown Monument Association
Taps
Opera House
Glee Club
Mi-o-na Stomach Tablets Guaranteed to Cure
Public notice promotes Mi-o-na Stomach Tablets as a quick fix for indigestion and flatulence with a money back guarantee. It cites Mrs. Brewer of Whiteland Indiana who reports long term stomach trouble relief after using Mi-o-na. Lemmon's pharmacy offers a 50 cent box under the refund guarantee.
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Mrs. Brewer
Whiteland
Ind
Lemmon’'s
Lightning Strikes Tree Near Milt Dicken Home
During a heavy rain a bolt struck a tree on South Iowa Avenue near the Milt Dicken home shattering Mrs. Dicken. She was seated by a window and was thrown unconscious. Mr. Dicken aided her recovery. Hair pins and a comb were knocked off by the charge and her left side remained numb, though no serious harm is expected.
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Milt Dicken
Iowa Avenue
The Chinese Pony Described As Mixed Creature
The Chinese pony is described as somewhat like a sheep with a rounded nose, unlike a camel, but in temperament it resembles a pig and in many ways a mule, presenting a curious hybrid among animals.
Muzzled Dogs in Italy Cut Rabies Risk
Hydrophobia appears rare as Italian government enjoins muzzle use on dog owners. Public health policy aims to prevent bites and curb disease spread. Authorities emphasize responsible pet care and compliance to protect communities.
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Italy
Birthday Practice In Greenland
Greenlanders grow around twenty five and live to about sixty. Each person carries a sack to tell age, and at each sunrise once a year a bone is placed in the sack.
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Greenland
A Paper Dome At Brussels Palace Of Justice
The dome of the Brussels palace of justice is crafted from papier mache and reportedly weighs sixteen tons, a remarkable construction detail highlighted in the feature.
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Palace of Justice
Brussels
Spider Webs Differ In Structure And Purpose
The passage explains that spider webs vary in type and texture. Spiders weave dry or sticky, fine or coarse threads based on intent and use. The builder's choices affect the web's function and effectiveness.
Croesus Credited With First Gold Coinage By Herodotus
In ancient records Herodotus notes Croesus as the first ruler to issue gold coins, marking a landmark in monetary history. The claim highlights early Aegean wealth and the coinage transition from weighed electrum to standardized gold pieces.
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Herodotus
Croesus
Washington D C debates Reed rules and House power
Washington May 22 factions in Congress debate changing Reed rules to curb speaker power. While a few favor expanding the rules committee or creating a committees panel to place all appointments, others fear loss of leadership and slower business. Local notes list residents traveling or visiting Havre Crawfordsville and Oskaloosa.
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Washington, D. C
Capitol
House of Representatives
House
Cannon
Reed
Chicago
Rules Committee
Senate
House of Commons
Congress
Rules reforms eyed to shift power from speaker to house
The passage notes that moving rules committee accountability toward the house is feasible and could be proposed by the next congress. It suggests strong odds that reform will extend this far, altering the current balance of power within the legislative leadership structure.
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Rules Committee
House
Crafting a Merry Widow Hat at Home
A newspaper item advises readers on making a Merry Widow style hat at home using a gar wheel hub, a wire waste paper basket, white fishing net, and an elaborate arrangement of flowers ribbons and improvised buckles. It notes these hats suit church or public gatherings, saving money for subscribers.
Foley Studio Offers Grads Photos at Regular Price
Foley's studio advertises graduates and scholars portraits in all sizes and styles with work guaranteed equal to the best. Campaign notes regular pricing and broad availability.
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Foley
Royal and Select Masters Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a regular meeting of Zeredatha council Royal and Select Masters Friday evening May 22 1908 Petitions to be acted upon and other business Leigh H Wallace T J M
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Zeredatha Council Royal and Select Masters
Leigh H. Wallace
Bunsen's Catarrh Cure touted as quick relief for catarrh
A testimonial heavy advertisement extolls Bunsen's Catarrh Cure as a swift, soothing balm with Oil of Eucalyptus Menthol and Boracic Acid. It claims immediate relief from nasal catarrh and related conditions and includes a customer letter from H. Hendrickson of Cotter Wis praising past use and recommending the product to others.
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Bunsen
H. Hendrickson
Cotter
Wis
Jack Lynn
Clintonville, Wis
Laura Exline
Hancock, Md
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Winter
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Léoney Ly
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Stephens
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Tripp
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Black
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Dickson
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Harvey
Haynes
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J. M
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Moore
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Gor
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Orm
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Page
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Ross
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Ritchey
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Riley
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Robertson
H. M
Rodman
Chas. C
Jonathan
Bennett
Young
Alex
Lease
Henry Johnson
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Robert
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Wade H
Brown
Timothy Igatne
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Sergt See
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Clary
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Hood
Val Keating
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Kensler
King
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Kennedy
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Lamb
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Lemon
John H
Langenberg
Henry A.G
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Loftus
Corp
Lehrer
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McDowell
McJunkin
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Mickey
Daniel Ee
Montgomery
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Myers
John G A
Miller
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John D
Chas Oldfield
Pee Ries
Daniel Eee
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Mrs. Jacobs
Havre
A. R. Miller
Wayland
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Kate Teas
Crawfordsville
Loren McFarland
Robert Dihe
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J. D. Hawkins
Oskaloosa
Charles E. Anderson
Royal and Select Masters
Yairecalih
Philo Hay Spec, Co
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Lemmon's Pharmacy
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Young Men’s Clothes
Ederheimer, Stein & Co
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McElhinney Drug Co
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