Platform in Pare for Bryan Meeting
A platform was erected in Central park southwest corner for a Bryan meeting this afternoon. Benches were moved to face the stand to seat about four hundred as crowds gather from distant towns. County officials and local organizers prepared. train arriving at 4 20 p m. speaking by Mr Bryan limited to about an hour with the Washington band engaged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Park
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Edwin of
Flindster
A. Miller
P. J. Hanley
W. W. McFarland
A. H.ene Johnsale
G. G. Rodman
Oskaloosa
Wilber Miller
County Committee
Washington Band
Coffee and Conversation on a Quiet Morning
In a reflective scene a boarder notes that others’ talents spark envy and explanation. He asks Mrs. Irons for another cup of coffee, highlighting a simple domestic moment amid broader musings on pride and ability.
Baxo Salve Claims Cures for Eczema Patients
An Iowa druggist advertises Baxo Salve as a remedy for eczema and other skin troubles. A user from Poughkeepsie credits rapid relief and complete cure after initial use. The ad promises money back if there is no help and cites Sherman Bros as the distributor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Glynn
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Sherman Bros, Druggists
Washington
Iowa
YM. G A leaders urge social center in Washington work
FH T Ritchie and Leonard Paulson spoke at Washington gatherings urging making the school the community social center. They described boys’ needs, outlined four key life factors, and urged male Sabbath teachers and local support for a citywide Y M C A community plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Men's Christian Association
FH. T. Ritchie
New York
Leonard Paulson
Des Moines
Paulson
Eagles’ Hall
Ritchie
First Church
Mr. Ritchie
Methodist
Mr. Paulson
Goys
Stomach Sufferers Promise Free Trial Treatment
An offer promises stomach tablets MI DNA Stomach Tablets will end indigestion with a money back guarantee. Readers may request a free trial treatment and an informative booklet by sending a letter to Bend me free trial treatment of MI-O-NA and address Booths Mi-o-na Buffalo NY. Lemmon's Pharmacy guarantees them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Booth
Buffalo
N. Y
Des Moines Greeks Rally To Aid Greece War Effort
Des Moines may lose its Grecian presence as 300 to 400 residents answer the call to arms for Turkey. Twenty five men volunteered at 621 Cherry Street after EF E Tazrezoglou urged support. Donations reached 500 dollars to fund transports for those unable to cover their own expenses. The Des Moines unit will depart this week, with numbers expected to rise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Turkey
America
Europe
EF. E. Tazrezoglou
St. Louis
Cherry Street
Greece
General Logan Comments on Missing Men Relatives
General Logan says relatives of the missing men can obtain information about the dead by writing to H. H. Smith. He adds that if anyone in Iowa is entitled to the money, they should receive it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Smith
Logan
Iowa
Muscatine To Get Crop Expert In County Plan
The Muscatine County Farmers' Improvement association forms temporarily with Hon. F. D. Steen named president. They aim to hire a crop expert for the county like Clinton and Scott counties. J. C. McDowell and I. S. Pepper address the meeting. Members may join at $1 to raise 1800 beyond 1200 government funds. Prof. R. A. Cave of Ames eyed for services. Permanent group to be formed at the Muscatine Farm festival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Liberty
Muscatine County
R. A. Cave
Ames
Muscatine Farm
Germans Celebrate German Day in Burlington Parade
Burlington Iowa on October 14 hosted one of its finest German day celebrations with thousands lining the streets for an industrial parade of artistic floats and features. An elaborate Coliseum program in Crapo park followed by a Friday riverfront fireworks display capped the event.
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Burlington
Crapo Park
River Front
Parole Board Reports Decline in Prison Population
Des Moinesers report from Fort Madison where parole board members interview prisoners to fix sentences under the indeterminate law. They say the prison and reformatories show population decline for the first time in years, with the maximum reached sooner than expected. Senator Berry notes most inmates are now under indeterminate law except a few long termers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Board of Parole
Fort Madison
Reformatory
Berry
Planting Trees by Dynamite Report Draws Iowa Interest
Iowa horticulturists study a South report on using dynamite to dig planting holes for fruit trees. Proponents say blasting loosens soil and helps roots reach outward, contrasting with the hard wall left by spade digging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Want Heirs Sought for Civil War Veteran Bailey
An Iowa Civil War veteran named Samuel F. Bailey died Oct 4 in Shawnee Oklahoma with an estate valued at 75 000 dollars. Des Moines officials could not locate any relatives and a telegram to Adjutant General Logan asked for information on possible heirs. Logan found two service records for Samuel P. Bailey Sigourney Iowa and Samuel Bailie Co D Thirteenth Iowa and Co A Fifteenth Iowa but could not determine heirs.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Shawnee
Oklo
H. H. Smith
Guy E. Logan
Sam F. Bailey
Logan
Samuel P. Bailey
Samuel Bailie
Sigourney
Thirteenth Iowa Infantry
Fifteenth Iowa Infantry
Fireman Killed in Keokuk Collision
In a head end crash in Keokuk on Thursday night a Burlington switch engine collided with a north bound passenger train. Fireman Fred Nelson was instantly killed and Fireman Hughes fatally injured. Locomotives were demolished and no passengers were hurt.
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Keokuk
Burlington
Fred Nelson
Hughes
Bank Robbed at Gillettes Grove. $1041 Stolen
A bank 12 miles from Spencer Indiana at Gillettes Grove was robbed Wednesday night. The bandits forced entry, damaged the safe and took $1041. They remained undetected until yesterday morning, and are believed to have fled the scene.
Mothers Congress Elects Officers in Iowa Meeting
Ottumwa news reports the sixth biennial Mothers congress of Iowa closed its session with officers elected led by President Mrs. C. R. Brenton of Dallas Center and First Vice President Mrs. F. Johnson of Des Moines along with other elected leaders from Cedar Rapids and Bloomfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Brenton
Dallas Center
F. Johnson
Des Moines
Foley Kidney Pills Recalled By Army Veteran
Mrs James V Churchill of Auburn New York reports lasting relief from kidney and bladder trouble after using Foley Kidney Pills. He credits the product with restoring health and urges others to try it, as advertised by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Jas. V. Churchill
Wall St
Auburn
N. Y
Lemmon
Passport to Underwear Comfort Ad Promotes White Cat Union Suit
An advertisement touts underwear comfort with emphasis on ease of wear and texture. It highlights the White Cat Klisted Krotch Union Suit knit closed to prevent gaps or sagging and endorses its suitability for active movement.
Grove Officers Named in Cedar Falls Area
Cedar Falls grove lists corresponding secretary Mrs. J. C. Bush of Des Moines treasurer Mrs. K. C. McElroy of Newton auditor Mrs. W. Slaught of Ottumwa as part of its officer roster.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Catarrh
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure is the only positive cure for catarrh a constitutional disease requiring constitutional treatment. The ad claims the remedy works through the blood and mucous surfaces and offers $100 to any case it cannot cure. It invites testimonials and lists Toledo Ohio as the address for the company I J Cheney & Co and notes the product is sold by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
I. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
A Journal Want Ad Will Sell It For You
A concise want ad note signals a service offering to place classified listings for quick sale. It outlines a simple process, inviting readers to engage the journal’s help in marketing items and finding buyers.
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Steck's Jewelry Store
Shallenberger
Chicago
Colenso Hotel
Sue
Matty
W. E. Shallenberger
Lake Avenue
Drexel State Bank
Poughkeepsie, N.Y
YM. G. A
Fr. HW. T. Ritchie
Leonard
Secretary Ritchie
Munity Social Center
South
MacEachron
Oklahoma
News
Muscatine
Towa
Samuel T. Bailey
Mothers Congress
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