Queer Will Proposal Tangles Church Gift In Hiopolis
The will of James Dingham names the Christian church of Hilopolis to receive land of the Long Branch church but forces a strict condition banning organs pianos or any musical instrument and prohibiting church fairs. If violated the property returns to heirs, prompting local gossip over acceptance.
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Springfield
His
James Dingham
Hiopolis
Christian Church of
Hilopolis
Iliopolis
Dingham
Reduction Offers On Watches Glasses and Knives
A local ad lists price cuts on a $20.00 watch to a $10.00 sale and $5.00 for 6.00 gold spectacles along with a $3.25 Rogers knives and forks item.
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Rogers
Convention Names Republican County Candidates at Graham Opera House
At the Graham Opera House the Republican County convention endorsed county offices with delegates from townships voting. J. T. Matthews was nominated unanimously for Clerk, and J. W. Ingham was named the nominee for County Auditor. other officers including Recorder and Treasurer were discussed by ballots and committees.
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J. W. Ingham
Sixth Ballot Nominates Cocklin and Kalley for County Posts
In Marion township Cocklin 66 secured the nomination on the sixth ballot and the vote made the nomination unanimous. Marsh W Kalley was nominated for county attorney by acclamation. Board member nomination results show Reynolds Gallagher and Stewart Lytle among those considered with Reynolds later noted as having a majority.
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Marsh W. Kalley
Court short session far overshadowed by convention
Judge Dewey presided as politics crowded the court with little business done. Probate of Catherine Deuker’s will and John R King widow’s allowance of 300 dollars were handled. Tax payments filled the treasurer’s day while Dr Meacham and his son Merl described Alaska goldfield life in a letter from Cape Nome.
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Scott
Dewey
John R. King
Grand Reunion and Emigration Tour on the Rock Island Route
Announcement promotes emigration and tourism via the Great Rock Island Route. It highlights farming lands in Idaho and Eastern Washington, pine forests in the north, and mining districts in Coeur d Alene and Bitter Root. Details include dates September 19–21 1900 for Granite Oklahoma and a second homeseeker excursion September 18 with half rate plus 2 dollars, ending with a reminder of the Lodian reservation opening in 1901. John Sebastian is named as G P of the Rock Island.
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Washington
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Colorado Points
Ottumwa
Davenport
Iowa City
West Liberty
Reunion
Yellowstone National Park
Paris
White Star Line
Red Star Line
American Line
International Transportation Co
United States
Idaho
Palouse
Big Bend
Coeur d’ Alene
Bitter Root
Rossland
Republic
C. W. Mott
Northern Pacific Ry
St. Paul, Minn
Granite
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad
Red River
New
Oklahoma
Lodian
John Sebastian
G. P
Chicago
Burlington, Cedar Rapids & Northern Ry
Abbott, Shell Rock
Waverly
Newlines
Messrs Sliton & Brooks
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
John G. Farmer
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Miss Kinnear to Speak in Washington on Furnishing
Burlington decorator Miss Kinnear will travel to Washington on Monday September 17 to speak at Mrs Eversons at 3 pm Those seeking advice on furnishing or papering homes are invited to attend The text also includes unrelated moralizing and a Gate City remark about labor and youth.
Hubert Ayer in critical condition at Kalona
Kalona Sept 15 Hubert Ayer remains in critical condition with minimal conscious intervals overnight. Attendees report his chances of recovery are very slight as he drifted in and out of consciousness and lingered in a heavy stupor this afternoon. An unrelated ad for Rocky Mountain Tea priced at 35c appears after the medical note.
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Kalona Fa
Hubert Ayer
Hies
Reverend Logue to Speak at Eu reka Church
Rev J R K Logue will address Eu reka Church Thursday evening under the Young People's Good Citizens League auspices.
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J RK Logue
Eureka Church
Young People’s Good Citizens League
Arrests in Kalona Robbery Case Named
Two men arrested in Kalona Iowa for a robbery of Hubert Ayers on September 13 1900 described as no 1 about 5 feet 9 inches 160 pounds dark clothes black hat no vest heavy set no 2 light pants dark coat no vest black soft hat mustache similar build both fairly well dressed Arrest and wire J W Teeren Sheriff Washington Iowa
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Hubert Ayers
Kalona
Iowa
Religious services and events listed for several churches
Trinity Chapel announces morning and evening services led by Mr Shafer of Fairfield. Rev E W Sage preaches at the African Methodist church Sabbath Sept 16 at 11 am and 7 30 pm. First Presbyterian holds regular services with themes on knowledge of God and folly of resisting Him. M E Church holds quarterly meetings with sermons and communion led by Dr Coxe. Snow Ball school house hosts a Young People event led by Rev Stark. At Goppock depot Constable Bailey seizes three gallon jugs of whiskey.
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Trinity Chapel
Shafer
Fairfield
E. W. Sage
African Methodist Church
This City
M. E. Church
Coxe
LB. Schreckengast
Four Room House for Rent Near Square
Four room house to rent four and a half blocks west of the square. Enquire of Mack Conner. Good wife wanted experienced in house work. Inquire at this office. If four rooms suitable for offices or living. Enquire at this office.
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Wife
Square
Mack Conner
Wanvrep
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