Statement of Condition of Farmers and Merchants State Bank
A 1908 bank condition report for Farmers and Merchants State Bank of Kingston Washington County Iowa lists assets and liabilities including cash, bonds and notes, real and personal property, capital stock, deposits, and profits. Signed by Vice Presidents White Ware and Coulter with notary L Brookbart on May 21 1908.
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Iowa
Kington
Washington
Jose
Antof
Bank of New York
N. B. Mae
Bankers National Bank
Chicago
Merchants Not
Cedar Rapids Rman Savings Bank
Venport
State OF
Washington County
A. White
R. C. Coulter
A. Ware
R. L. Coulter
Ss. A. Whitecrat
RC. Coulter
Americans Target Olympic Marksman Triumph in London
Washington May 23 American teams plan to compete in the London Olympic games led by strong marksman ships from the National Rifle Association and the United States Revolver Association. The NRA delays funding to seek public subscriptions after a probe of using ammunition company funds. Submissions will fund rifle and revolver squads with Lt. Albert S. Jones coordinating pledges. Camp Perry trials June 10 11 12 13 decide the rifle team while the St Louis sails June 20 to Bisley for matches. The Navy Army Marine corps and civilians seek spots. revolver team costs about 250 per man. The piece also notes a high school junior seniors reception and celebration with speeches, music, and refreshments.
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Washington
D. C
America
London
National Rifle Association
United States Revolver Association
U.S. Cartridge Co
Albert S. Jones
U. S
James A. Crain
Wm. P. Hall
Lawson Riggs
Maryland
Camp Perry
Ohio
Critchfield
New York
St. Louis
Bisley Range
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
National Guard
Naval Academy
Social Evening for Miss Louise Beckwith at Miss Stella Wells Party
Last night at East Washington street Miss Stella Wells hosted about twelve young ladies in a party honoring her friend Miss Louise Beckwith of Sterling lit. Five hundred dollars provided the entertainment and the gathering was described as lively. Light refreshments accompanied the late program. Miss Beckwith is a college friend of Miss Wells.
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East Washington Street
Stella Wells
Louise Beckwith
Sterling
Miss Beckwith
Miss Wells
Master Palmer Wilson Celebrates Tenth Birthday Party
Master Palmer Wilson celebrated his tenth birthday yesterday afternoon at his parents home on South Iown avenue. About forty friends attended from 4 to 6 pm. The host’s mother, Mrs. J. S. Wilson, served refreshments as the children enjoyed games and good fun.
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Palmer Wilson
J. S. Wilson
South Iown Avenue
Wilson
Masquerade Party Hosted by Miss Cleda Baird
Miss Cleda Baird entertained a group of friends at a masquerade. Guests arrived in costumes and each girl brought a numbered box. Boys drew numbers to select a box without knowing the owner. After games and box openings, guests enjoyed refreshments.
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Cleda Baird
Costaumea
Fourth room Heights school picnics after perfect attendance
Fourth room students at Heights school enjoyed a quarter-holiday picnic at Box Springs yesterday. Misses Margaret and Mary Young supervised a hearty supper and wholesome games. Afterward some went to Sunset Park for more outdoor activities, ending around seven.
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The
Heights
Box Springs
Margaret and
Mary Young
Sunset Park
High School Plans Junior Banquet at Local Dinner
The graduating class invites the community to the annual banquet honoring the juniors. The event will be held at the high school on Friday evening, May 29, with invitations issued for attendees.
Engagement party reveals Miss Martha Dill’s upcoming wedding
Miss Flo Purvis hosted ten friends at her South avenue home last evening. A three course luncheon featured bridal wreath and lilies of the valley centerpieces. Guests drew ecards announcing Miss Martha Dill’s engagement to Mr Mills J Taylor, with a June 11 wedding planned. Mrs Dill is a popular Academy teacher, and Mr Taylor recently ordained as a minister.
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Flo Purvis
South Avenue B
Martha Dill
Bessie Purvis
Mills J. Taylor
Miss Dill
Academy
Taylor
Theological Seminary
Sunday School Class Enjoys Evening Spread
J A Work's Sunday school class shared a Tuesday evening meal in the Sunday school room, gathering for fellowship and refreshments in the preparation area.
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J. A. Work
Marriage of Holub and Sakulin in courthouse ceremony
Mr John Holub and Miss Anna Sakulin were united in marriage this afternoon in the court room of the court house. The ceremony was performed by Squire A B Folger in the presence of only the necessary witnesses.
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John Holub
Anna Sakulin
Squire A. 8. Folger
How to Check a Nosebleed
The nose should be kept upright and not tilted back. Press the upper lip at the artery to stop bleeding, using a cloth or paper wad if needed. If necessary, apply adrenalin soaked cotton to the nasal interior for stronger control.
How to Clean a Fan in Home Guide
The article instructs to place a fan in a dish and cover with gasoline to remove dust and blemishes, then rinse with gasoline containing a drop of bluing. It advises drying on white cloth, stretching the fabric, and applying scented talcum powder to restore appearance, with optional edge binding in lace or chiffon.
Milwaukee line converted to electric elevated railway status
Rail line from Chicago to Evanston on the Milwaukee suburban route has been discontinued and converted into an electric elevated line under Metropolitan Street Railway Company management. J. Mikesh promoted to division freight and passenger agent with Cedar Rapids headquarters. Extension by C M & St P from Mobridge to Seattle may finish this year. Milwaukee Railway completes contract with Tacoma steamer line linking to Japan and other Asian ports.
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Milwaukee
Chicago
Evanston
Metropolitan Street Ry. Co
J. Mikesh
Cedar Rapids
Mikesh
Mobridge
N. D
Seattle
Wash
Milwaukee Railway Company
Frm
Tacoma
Japan
C B and Q Plans Special Arrangements for Denver Convention
The C B and Q announces special arrangements for the Democratic convention in Denver. Details forthcoming on schedules and accommodations for attendees and delegates.
Trains Arranged for Large Political Parties to Denver
Cars for parties at $25 a day with all conveniences will be provided. The company has completed arrangements for the Tammany Hall special from New York the Cook County marching club and the Cook County Democracy for transportation to Denver and a number of other large parties are expected.
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Tammany Hall
New York
Cook County Marching Club
Cook County Democracy
Denver
Foley's Kidney Remedy Ad Promises Quick Health
An old advertisement claims the kidneys strain impurities from blood and promises Foley's Kidney Remedy will restore health. The pitch urges immediate use and cites Lemmon's Pharmacy as the supplier.
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Foley
Lemmon’s Pharmacy
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Rplus Fund
L. Brookbart
Washington Co
J.T. Micrunws
Bamm'l Thompson
H. E. McConiom
Trish Mary
S. W. Corner Square
Don Hawkins
Mgr
Smith
J. CG. Smith’s Cash Grocery
J. B. Crabtree
U.S. Revolver Association
Springfield
Mass
Cecil Rogers
Helen Dean
Retta Smith
Jeannette Lemley
Jack Shields
Harvey Matthews
Charles Anderson
Anne Houdek
Meade
Louis Masson
Raymond Buckley
Howard Cunningham
George Dempsey
Marguerite Cherry
Supt
R. B. Crone
Jerusalem
Martha Recking
Dora Thompson
Edwin Griffith
George Reister
Red Tapism
the Star Tonight
Queen Esther
Methodist Church
Chas. Davis
East Main Street
Railroad Notes
Ight
FOX & Dewey
Arn
Cae
H. F. Steck
East Side Square
Fortunes At the Star Tonight
Sol Rich & Co
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