Black Hawk Apples Ship to Minneapolis Draw Attention
Hundreds of carloads of apples from Black Hawk county are shipped to Minneapolis by L. Gordon and WL Lumry. The Duchess apples, stored in refrigerated cars, aim to compete with western brands. Gordon owns a 25 acre orchard with over 3,000 expected bushels of Wealthy apples. Prices start around $2.54 per bushel as growers celebrate quality over quantity.
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Waterloo
Black Hawk
Big City
Minneapolis
Minn
By . L. Gordon
Cedar Heights
Cedar Falls Road
WL OR. Lumry
Washington
Colorado
Lumry
Spirit Spoofing Tale of Captain Hipp Treasure Suit
In Trenton New Jersey a suit concerns Daniel Bulsinger of Oakland and Marie Bulsinger with Sophie Sauter Fred Lenehrs and Elizabeth. They claim they bought a 3 acre farm from Bulsinger based on his tale of Pirate Gold buried there and a spirit told in sleep. They allege a $5000 note was issued to be paid from treasure found, but despite digging they found nothing.
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Trenton
X. F
Daniel Bulsinger
Oakland
Capt. Kida
Sophie Sauter
Marie Blymer
Patersons
Fred Lenehrs
Elizabeth
Balsinger
Hils
Marie
Supreme Court
Ill Soldier’s Mother From Texas Reaches New York
Mrs. William Hammond of German Texas rushed to Hoboken after a telegram said her son Huss was dangerously ill at St Mary’s hospital. War Camp Community Service helped her, as she waited, and Ruel’s tuberculosis from gas exposure in France improved, while she worried about the other ten children back in German Texas.
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New York
William Hammond
Tex
Huss
St. Mary's Hospital
Hoboken
York
Ruel
France
Childre
Texas
Hell of States
Mrs. Hammond
Thieves Steal Cemetery Cannon in Dublin Ohio
A quartet of brass cannons was stolen from a Dublin cemetery. Sexton John Wing found the theft upon returning to work. The cannons are valued as junk at about $170. Police investigated the bold act.
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Marysville
Cemeter Dublin
Sexton
John Wing
Hundreds of Furniture Bargains at Great August Sale
Seldom can buyers find such low prices in Lesth's Great August Sale with every article reduced to 50 percent. Shoppers may save up to one third on home furnishings by buying now during the sale event.
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Lesth
Almost a Shadow Afraid to Eat Remedy Ad
An advertisement touts Mast's Winder as a simple remedy for stomach trouble, promising relief from catarrhal mucus and inflammation. It claims a two month cure for a son-in-law who improved, and offers a money back guarantee through Wangler Bros., Kansen & Hansen and druggists nationwide.
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Des
Mast
Wangler Bros
Kansen & Hansen
Dreaded earthquake lifts U S Warship to shore near Arica
A Washington NatGeo bulletin recounts 1868 seismic fury off Arica, Peru. The US ship Wateree rode a massive wave three miles inland, later riding a second colossal surge to reach a sheltered cove. Hundreds perished in the port area as ships broke apart and several vessels foundered. The Wateree’s crew survived, morale steady, with near-miraculous rescue amid wreckage.
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Washlorton
D. C
Mexico
United States
Olayar
Andés
Washington
National Geographic Society
J. G. Hiltings
Nince
US. S. Wateree
South Pacific
TSGR
Freckle Remedy Ad Claims Quick Removal
A faded coastal advertisement extols Othine double strength to remove freckles within a few applications. It promises a guaranteed money back offer if the remedy fails, claiming easy access from druggists and a dramatic seaside setting as backdrop.
Freckle Removal Lotion Ad From Local Gazette
A fragmentary ad promises lemon juice and a freckle cream with a three ounce supply for a few cents. The product is described as a gentle fragrant lotion to apply daily on face neck arms and hands to fade freckles and blemishes and leave skin clear and rosy.
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Agur Grocer
Tobacco Habit Dangerous Health Warning Ad
Prominent doctor Connor formerly of Johns Hopkins warns of nicotine dangers. He claims thousands suffer from tobacco related diseases and promotes Nicotal tablets as a quick remedy with a money back guarantee. The ad promises a forthcoming announcement in this paper about nicotine poisoning and avoidance tips.
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Connor
Johns l Hopkins Hospital
Yan
Relief from Itching Eczema Promised by Swift Specific Co
An ad claims skin troubles like eczema and tetter stem from deep blood issues. It touts a quick scalp of relief from salves, yet says real cure comes from proper treatment via medical advice from the Swift Specific Co laboratory in Atlanta, offered free, with a written case description.
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Swift
Jswits Laboratory
Atlanta
Sun Safe Complexion Trick Promises Quick Results
New York readers are urged to try a home remedy combining oatmeal and Derwillo to improve skin in 12 hours. Testimonials from Miss O C and Mrs G V claim disappearing blemishes, smoother texture, and a younger look. The method requires buying oatmeal and Derwillo and following package directions.
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New York
Maedna Wilder
Jis Ac
Willo
O. C
G. V
Derwillo
Mae Edna Wilder
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America
Fredonia
Dyer
Chainea
Groening
Fort Dodge
Chas. Pingel
Webster County
Kore
Mr. Sangel
Congress
Allen
Allen's
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Aching
Ewollen
Avery
Caldwell
Washington St
Monticello
Inl
East Fourth Street
Iowa State Auctioneers’ Convention
Mason City
Iowa
Cerro Gordo Hotel
H. W. Trumanhauser
A. A
Waterlo, Towa
Battle OF Chateau Thierry
Grand International Ballet
Thavia
HENRY
Fisher's Burlington Band
Royal Kealakai Hawaian Orchestra
Hankinson
Thearle-Duffield
Des Moines
Ryata
U. S
Department of Agriculture
The
Wolf Chemical Co. Department
la Salle St
Chicago
LONE
Cre-Sol Chemical CO
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Towa
Chas. Berth, H. Wf. Koeneke Gien C. Brown
Dunham & Sohner
A. Berger & Son
Coonrod Brothers
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