Early settler W C Runyon dies in Washington Iowa
Wesley Clark Runyon a pioneer settler of Iowa dies at his home in South Washington at 6 50 PM cause inflamation of the bladder He was 71 4 25 married Oct 11 1855 to Emily Hood on their 46th wedding anniversary He leaves two sons Dr O A Runyon Evanston Illinois and W S Runyon local He was brother of Mrs J A Young funeral at 2 PM Sunday from his residence Rev L B Schreckengast in charge Interment in Elm Grove cemetery
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Wesley Clark Runyon
Iowa
Jefferson County
Ohio
Louisa County
Washington County
Lexington
Runyon
Emily Hood
O. A Runyon
Evanston
Ill
W. 8. Runyon
J. A Young
Thos Brindley
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Washington
Ll. B Schreckengast
E’m Grove Cemetery
My Friend from Arkansas Debuts Next Tuesday Evening
A refined lineup of neat specialties will be introduced during the big scenic comedy My Friend from Arkansas next Tuesday evening. The event showcases new acts and a refined program in a lighthearted setting.
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Arkansas
Elat Sold to German Government and Mission Move Planned
Letter from Elat dated July 23 1801 reports final sale of property to the German government for 5095 and planned relocation by October 15. The writer notes delay in departure, malaria concerns at a new site, and fellow workers including Mrs Dager and Dr Lippert as plans proceed.
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Elat
Larsh
Hint
Cuns. W. McOlebary
Local Theater Notes Scenic Display in Arkansas Show
Page mentions special scenery used in the production My Friend from Arkansas during Tuesday evening performance at the Graham. Cast and crew details are limited in the fragment.
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Arkansas
The
Graham
Burlesque Benefit at Graham Opera House on Oct 25 1901
Burlesque Comedy Company performs original comedy at the Graham opera house Friday evening for the Woman's Guild of Trinity Episcopal church admission 85 cents adults, 25 cents for children under 12. Miss Tillie Lyon returns to Rock Island where she works as a stenographer for L. EB West wholesale grocery house.
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Graham Opera House
Woman’s Guild of the
Trinity Episcopal Church
Tillie Lyon
The
Heights
Rock Island
L. EB. West Wholesale
Jubilee Singers Captivate Large Opera House Audience
The Jubilee Singers drew a packed crowd last night, filling seats and standing, as the lecture course delivered a mixed bag of performances. The pianist pleased with popular melodies including Mocking Bird variations, the contralto drew loud applause, and the chorus and quartette energized listeners while some solos lagged. The group showcased natural melody and earnest stage presence, excelling on plantation songs and lullabies.
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Hhis
Presbyterian Synod Heads to Iowa Meeting Next Week
The Presbyterian Synod of Iowa gathers in Des Moines with 255 delegates announced. Ministers and elders from ten presbyteries will attend alongside speakers from Chicago Philadelphia and New York. The Sunday School Institute opens Monday night with Dr Worden and Dr Humble leading sessions.
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Presbyterian Church
Synod of
Iowa
Baptist Church
Chicago
Philadelphia
New York
Sunday School Institute
Worden
Humble
West Virginia
Synod Proper
University Extension Course of Lectures forms board of directors
A committee reviewing the Extension Course of Lectures met at the Wm Scofield home and appointed a board of directors to organize. The board includes Rev W O Allen, Marah W Bailey, Eta May Brown, Ht A Burrell, Margaret Doolittle, Dodds, H M Eicher, G Hi Biskamp, Orville Elder, B E Everson, Rev BR Jacobsmelter, Minnie Kings, Chas H Keck, Rev J BR Logue, David H Logan, S W Livingston, J T Matthews, Edmund D Morrison, Ben Nicola, A R Miller, W A Pratt, Margaret Roberts, Alice Rownd, Mrs Scofield, Frank Stewart, N B Scofield, Col Hiram Scofield, Rev HoR Stark, Clifford L Thorn, A B H Wallace.
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Wm. Scofield
W. 0. Allen
Marah W. Bailey
Eta May Brown
Ht. A. Burrell
Margaret Doolittle
Dodds
H. M. Eicher
G. Hi. Biskamp
Orville Elder
B. E. Everson
BR. Jacobsmelter
Minnie Kings
Chas
H. Keck
J. BR. Logue
David H. Logan
W. Livingston
J. T. Matthews
Edmund D. Morrison
Ben. Nicola
A. R. Miller
W. A. Pratt
Margaret Roberts
Alice Rownd
Frank Stewart
N. B. Scofield
Col
Hiram Secofield
Hor. Stark
Clifford L. Thorn
A. BH. Wallace
Kidney Cure Ad From Sterling Remedy Co
An advertisement from Sterling Remedy Co Chicago offers Dr Fie Byeragus pills claimed to cure kidney ills and promise cycles of free samples.
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Fie Byeragus
Add
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
Good Comedy My Friend from Arkansas at the Graham
A lighthearted performance titled My Friend from Arkansas is set for next Tuesday evening at the Graham Theatre. Local audiences are invited to enjoy a warm joke filled show featuring regionally flavored humor and storytelling.
Verdict in Flaherty vs Bonygert: $15 awarded to plaintiff
Jury returned a verdict of $15 for the plaintiff in the Flaherty v. Bonygert case in Folger's court. The plaintiff sought $25 while the defendant's counterclaim was $6. The session was presided by Squire McCall, who was ill.
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Folger
Flaherty Ve. Bonygert
Squire MeCall
Would Banish Reds Congressman Landis Will Introduce an Exile Bill
Breach of Promise Suit Develops A Strange Controversy. The text outlines political tension as Congressman Landis considers an exile bill in the upcoming session while a separate breach of promise suit gains attention and debate.
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Landis
Congress to consider exile for anarchists in Guam says Landis
Indiana congressman Charles B. Landis outlines a plan to recognize anti anarchist doctrine and depose offenders to Guam as a solution to the perceived threat. He argues a solitary island would deter the doctrine of destruction and contempt for law and vows to urge congressional adoption.
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Congress
de- Landis
Guam
Napoleon
John Shields & Son Trial Notice at Columbia Pharmacy
Oskaloosa Delta Nut requests a trial and instructs to leave orders at the Columbia Pharmacy or by telephone at 30 676. Existing business by John Shields & Son.
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Columbia
Tel
John Shields & Son
Brighton Railroads and Prominent Health Resort Hopes
The Brighton Enterprise comments on Washington welcoming the Milwaukee road and warns a second or third line may be unnecessary for an agricultural town. It notes Iowa Central influence and Brighton's rise as a health resort with growing railroad needs. The piece ends with a hint about the salt cure and local business notes.
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Brighton Enterprise
Washington
Milwaukee Road
Iowa Central
Brighton
Pile Cure Offered by J H Stewart with Guarantee
J H Stewart advertises a pile treatment bundled with a free pipe in each package. The offer includes a positive written guarantee with no cure no pay terms and 60 cent price. Samples are free.
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Rector
J. H. Stewart
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Rookery
Neiswanger
Cunningham's
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W. C. Runyon
J. A. Young
Hap-Hazzard
Jubilee Singers
Ment
the Presbyterian Synod
University Extension
Epworth League
M. E Church
W.A. Pratt
Stewart's
Musical Instruments
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Charter Oak
Tugett
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John Cietzer
Complicated
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Jerome
Fetzer
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Wein
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Douds Station
Journal
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Hotel Colenso
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South Side
Undarrwear
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America
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Children Union
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van Kvem At
York Stronk
Sol Rich & Co
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Cash Store
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