Steinke Cases Set for Monday Trial in Keokuk County Suit
The Steinke versus Keokuk County damage suits arising from the Sigourney bridge collapse, which killed a boy, are assigned for trial in Washington County District Court next Monday. Judge Dewey issued numerous week’s orders covering guardianships, estates, and numerous civil actions with deadlines and dispositions noted.
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Steinke
Keok County
Sigourney
Washington County District Court
Cer
E Dewey
Dewey
Dismissals and filings in early court records
Proceedings list dismissals for want of prosecution in cases including John Riley Collins versus Robert Whitiear with judgment for costs to the plaintiff from State Bank of Odell and I L Colthurst. Guardian ad litem W H Butterfield for minor defendants. Decree of partition in Relph W Thompson case with referee appointed. Bond fixed at 2000 dollars for Champion Milling and Grain Co versus Pauley T Brown.
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Civil National Life Insurance Co
Geo. H. Paul
Wash, Smith
George H. Paul
J. B. Lemmon
Alma N. Maxwell
John A. Mier
J. R. Maxwell
J. B. McCaleb
Albert Schwab
Louis EB. Beatch
J. H. Wylie
H. H. Welsh
Judgment
Plaintif
George BE. Hadava
Joseph F. Havel
Eardley Bell Jr
Land Co
E. H. Mackey
Joseph Y. Birka
Frank Vochosaka
J. P. Tobin
Washington Co
F. D. Snavely Co
M. R. Snider
Smith & Luckman
William Kron
Joseph Barnett & Co
J. H. Merrifield
W. C. Hotle
H. VD. Smith
T. F. Eegleston
Ainsworth Savings Bank
Adams Bros
Fox & Dewey
Ella Noel
B. T. Wickham
Stephen Schwessler
Franklin Schmoebelen
A. W
John Weir
Livingston & Eicher
John Riley Collins
Robert Whitiear
State Bank of Odell
Iona Va
I. L. Colthurst
Frank J. Wysoske
Mary Drzycinski
Samuel Mahon Cove
Fred Mace
Gasigne
Deal
Deal Et al. Ts. Alen H. Thompson
W. H. Butterfield
Relph W. Thompson
Bond
Funeral of Mrs McElroy in Fresno on Sunday
Funeral services for Mrs Olive Cunningham McElroy will be held in Fresno California Sunday at 2 20 PM Her father R S Cunningham received a telegram stating her wish to be buried in Fresno An obituary will appear in Monday's Journal.
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McElroy
Olive Cunningham McElroy
Fresno
Cal
Cunningham
Ernest Casey Elected Editor in Chief at Am brosian Staff
Ernest Casey was elected Editor in Chief of the Am brosian at St Am brose College Davenport and returns after a home visit He is the first junior to hold the post indicating high regard from students and faculty His three year tenure includes 1919 alumni editor 1920 assistant editor and alumni and the staff aims for a strong year with the able team.
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Ernest Casey
St. Ambrose College
Davenport
Ernest
Death of Des Moines Child Ernest Casey Singmaster
Mr and Mrs Ernest Singmaster of Des Moines mourn the death of their four year old son Ernest Casey Singmaster who died this morning from diphtheria. He is survived by his parents and two sisters Marvelie and Zohola plus relations including Mrs Casey and Mrs Klese Hartman in Washington.
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Ernest Singmaster
Matt Casey
Ernest Casey Singmaster
Des Moines
Marvelie
Zohola
Singmaster
Casey
Klese Hartman
Geo. Ferguson
Washington
Paris Barbers Order Shampoo Surcharge
Paris barbers declare a formal rule that any haircut without a shampoo will incur a fifty centimes extra charge. They justify the policy as a measure for personal cleanliness.
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Paris
Congress of Barbers
Origin of Famous Quotations
A fragment notes a henpecked man obtaining a divorce from his first wife. Flo mutters a cryptic line linked to the orange blossom episode, suggesting a reversal or irony with the phrase And the first shall be last. The text hints at familiar proverbs rather than a full narrative.
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Flo
Siamese Noblewomen Hairstyle Described In Brief
The wives of Siamese nobles arrange their hair to stand erect in a high crest, averaging about one and a half inches in height. This traditional headgear-like styling is noted as a cultural hairstyle detail.
Hat headline claims Yats were not worn by ancients
A critical report questions a headline stating that Yats were not worn by ancient peoples. The discussion notes potential misinterpretation of archaeological evidence and suggests a closer look at regional hats and historical context.
Gift Day in Washington Switches to Balloons for Poultry
The Washington Gift Day plan replaces tossing live poultry from buildings with balloons carrying poultry coupons. The change aims to avoid rough handling and feather loss while preserving entertainment value. Officials expect a very large crowd and extensive merchandise giveaways.
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Washington
Washington High Seconds Defeat North English 6 to 0
Washington high school seconds beat North English 6 to 0 on Friday afternoon in an intercity game. Kiesey scored the touchdown after a nearly completed pass by Davis, Du Bois missed the extra point, and Washington dominated from start to finish with North English failing to reach within 25 yards of the goal line. Coach Lester Duke supervised, while Coach Dickinson of Sigourney served as referee.
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Washington High School
Davis
Kiesey
du Bois
Dickinson
Sigourney
Washington
Lester Duke
Epictetus Says A Wise Fool Is Hard To Bend
A fragment from The Golden Sayings of Epictetus reflects on the limits of influence over a fool and the insistence of resolve. The speaker laments misperceptions and warns against trusting the "wise fool" as a friend while noting madmen seek treatment.
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Epictetus
Taking the Sunny Side and the Two-Handshake Rule
A Bulwer-Lytton maxim notes that when two men meet and part signifying which side is sunny the man who takes the sunny side will be younger than the other. The quip frames social courtesy as a playful age cue.
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Bulwer-Lytton
Change of Nationality
Five year old Little Virginia bursts in hungry and sees a Dutch apple pie taken from the oven. She exclaims to her mother, Oh mother, how good you are to make us a bald-headed pie.
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Virginia
168th Veterans Take Key Des Moines Posts
The 168th infantry will hold prominent Des Moines offices after January 1 with former Iowa guard officers filling Auditor of State Glenn C Haynes and Polk County Treasurer Ernest R Bennett. Polk County Sheriff Winfred B Robb, a former chaplain, also takes office. Ben Gibson, elected attorney general, is noted as a former regiment officer. Robb and Haynes earned distinguished service crosses for valor in World War I battles.
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Des Moines
168Th Infantry
Iown Guard
Glenn C Haynes
Centerville
Polk County
Ernest R. Bennett
Winfred BE. Robb
Robb
the Orecque
Haynes
Hill 288
Cote de Chatillon
sArgzonne
Ben Gibson
Corning
Mexian
Man Kills Self in Burlington Hotel
Burlington Nov 4 Loren M Disny aged 59, a Peoria stock broker, shot himself in the Burlington hotel after learning his business troubles were resolved. His wife had followed him there and attempted to take the gun as news of a settlement arrived. he died by a revolver shot, leaving a widow and two sons.
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Burlington
Peoria
Til
Loren M. Disny
Fortnightly club and department meetings announced
Announcements list Fortnightly club section meetings with Mrs. Frank L. Wilson and Misses Etna and Maud MecCreedy on Tuesday Nov 9 at 245 PM. Recip es and dues to be paid. Literature and home economics sessions held Mon or Tue evenings with various hosts. Rebekahs invite fruit donations to Mason City and drop-off at Johnston's grocery by Thursday.
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Frank L. Wilson
F. L. Wilson
Elijah
Moses
Jehu
Jeroboaum II
Israel
G. S. Kerr
Rebekahs
Mason City
Johnston's
On the Wrong Scent and the Pursuit of Happiness
A reflective aphorism attributed to Drummond contrasts common aims of wealth and status with a higher ethic of giving and serving others. It challenges the idea that happiness comes from being served or possessing, urging selflessness as fulfillment.
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Drummond
Hairpin in the Sky Lightning Sparks Wonder
A storm scene describes a boy on the porch as a bright lightning flash bursts. He asks his mother if she saw the hairpin in the sky, capturing a child’s awe during a tempest.
Woman's face fortunes fade as principal declines with age
A remark notes that while a woman's appearance may influence value, unlike interest that compounds, the principal of beauty diminishes over time.
Verdi Cream Station Opens Boosting Local Milking Efforts
The notice reports Elmer Mason’s cow and milk production with his wife handling checks for the milk. It notes a new cream station opened at Verdi by Mrs. Ben Tucker, a venture praised as beneficial for the Verdi community and expected to grow large. W. S. REISTER & SONS.
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Elmer
Verdi
Ben Tucker
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Carrie May Evans
John A. Augustine
William Brown
Mike Adrian
Hetate
W. N. Hyde
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Leon Gentry
Benjamin Wendell
Michael Stumps
Henry Krebs
Sarah EB. Morris
Kinney de Luxe Spring
McNamaras
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Methodist Church
Legion
Everett Burham
Champion Milling & Grain Co
Pauley T. Brown, Livingston & Eicher
Met
Dougherty Bros
West Side Clothiers
High School
North English
168Th
Man Kills
Self
Burlington Hotel
Etna
Maud MecCreedy
Alice Rownd
Bethlehem Commandery
Knights Templar
Order of Malta
J. D. Glasgow
E. C. H. Richards
Evening Journal
Cornhuskers
Lady Roomer
International Milla
Norristown
Clayde Knapp
L. C. Ahrens
T. L. Dodda
Journal
Red Roosters
Haskins Mutual
Dodge Bros
Cord Tires
Bevins Motor Co
Hampshire
W. F. Salterburg
Poland
Boyd Berdo
Eclipse
Call Farmers Union
Rose Comer
Red and Barred Rock Roosters
Ainsworth
Clyde Z. Walker
Shorts
China
National Six
Bevine Motor Co
REO
Chandler Touring Cord
Jones Auto Co
Dodge Brothers
Wayland
W. BE. Hender
Begins Motor Co
Call Bruns Seed Co
Maxwell
Dempsey Land Co
South 9Th Ave
Iowa Ave
Tracy Phillips
al Roe
Tom Price
Colenso Hotel
J. Plavius
Alectricity
Iowa Gas & Electric Co
Elmer Mason
W. S. Reister & Sons
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