Medium priced cars best for Iowa buyers in 1900s
W J Kiefer argues Velie and Studebaker offer the balance of cost and quality for Iowa buyers. Velie open models cost 1275 to 1550 dollars, closed 1895. Studebaker open 995 to 1750, closed 1550 to 2750. Schenefelt and Kiefer announce Reo Speed Wagon agency with display at the upcoming automobile show.
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W. J. Kiefer
Velie
Studebaker
Washington County
Aar
Welle
Reo
Black Art and Magic Across Civilizations
The article defines black art as exorcism and charm work to expel spirits, with magic linked to directing spiritual or occult forces. It notes magic as an ancient belief tied to early thought, widespread before civilization progresses, and that science rejects black art and associated magic.
Banish Fear Inspires Courage in Public Service
A quotation from Elbert Hubbard on abolishing fear to enable good work. It emphasizes that sublime thoughts emerge only after fear is left behind.
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Elbert Hubbard
It Was the Rule At The Congressional Library
A Washington library official enforces a rule banning parcels inside. A tall young woman arrives with a brown paper package, refuses to leave it, then undoes the parcel and hands over socks to the attendant saying he may keep them until she exits.
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Philadelphia Ledger
How many legs has a lobster
A scene inside a disability board hearing where a pompous alienist questions Buddy about his mental state. The examiner probes with a test question about lobsters while Buddy grows irritated and snaps back with a terse reply reflecting his frustration.
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Buddy
Don
American Legion Weekly
Washington county autos rise with yearly sales boom
About 9 000 cars are now licensed in Washington county with 4 748 registered at the treasurer’s office and a projected total near 5 000 by December 1. The trend shows steady yearly increases, strong auto dealer activity, and many transfers as used cars return to the market.
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Washington County
Automobile Department
Treasurer's Office
Restore dried brushes with vinegar and soap soak
When paint brushes dry out they become hard. Heat vinegar to boiling, immerse brushes, then simmer in strong soap suds for about 15 minutes. Rinse and dry. brushes come out as good as new.
Most Desirable Places
A young traveler answers a survey asking where she most enjoys living. Her reply lists Rome Paris or Cheyenne reflecting a playful, world-wise sentiment from the New York Sun and Globe.
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Rome
Paris
Cheyenne
New York Sun and Globe
The Exotic Seed Stalks Northward To Britain Flower
A fragmentary verse notes a seed lodging on a soldier's boot during a northern march. The boat named Do ver travels onward rots by a ditch, and next spring Britain reportedly gains a new flower from the seed’s journey.
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Vespasluts Legion
Dover
Britain
Narrowing the Vision and the Call of Work
A Charleston News editorial laments the all consuming grind that blocks access to life’s finest views and questions who can truly see life’s better parts when daily tasks demand constant attention.
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Charleston
Invert Sugar Composition in Dried Fruits
Invert sugar is the mixture of dextrose and levulose found in fruit sugar. It is uncrystallizable and forms granular masses in dried fruit. It consists of five parts levulose and three parts hydrated dextrose, some arising by inversion of saccharine.
Just One of Many Quote by Henry Ward Beecher
A Beecher reflection on humility and virtue. The speaker urges acceptance of common fidelity over heroism or sainthood, noting nature’s abundance of grass and ordinary acts as the true measure of value.
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Henry Ward Beecher
Inventor George Stevens Dies by Own Invention
A London inventor, George Stevens, is found dead by his latest device a machine designed to kill self deliberately and painlessly. The article notes the paradox of invention drawing attention and midnight oil even when the outcome is fatal.
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London
George Stevens
Chevrolet Coupe Gains Favor With Traveling Men
The Chevrolet coupe attracts commercial travelers due to its low price and economy. Local dealer John Tucker says the car suits the traveling man’s work, noting its light build, strong power, low gasoline and oil use, and comfort in all seasons.
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John Tucker
Tucker
Chevrolet
Lightning Strike Kills Two at Revival Tent Meeting
A revivalist preacher asked how many would be ready if lightning struck the tent tonight. A bolt split the platform, killing two men, injuring the preacher, and knocking down several listeners during the meeting.
Copper required to build a railroad locomotive
About 8,000 pounds of copper are required to construct a railroad locomotive according to the report. The note highlights copper as a major material in locomotive fabrication.
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W. J. Keifer
the Firm of
Schenefelt & Kiefer
Washington
Congressional Library At
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State Bank
Washington, Iowa
John T. Tucker
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