Garfield Inspired Kiss Incident Highlights Revival Visit
A Marion revival gathering at the First Mt. EB church featured Evangelist J. H. McCombe and Harold C. Clase. An emotional moment involved a young man kissing a middle aged woman, likened to President Garfield’s act for national sentiment. Clase and Rev. Harry Finney recalled school days and a tutor pupil bond from 25 years prior. A run of invitations and testimonies followed as attendees considered conversion and reconsecration with Thursday prayer meetings planned.
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Mt. EB
J. H. McCombe
Harold C. Clase
Garfield
Clase
Harry Finney
Presbyterian Church
Marion
Finney
Evan| Mists
Old Union
Tabernacle
Clare
Ohio
Marion Union
Ciase
Evangelistic
C. Crabtres
Jeferson
Perfect skin promise from Resinol Soap and Ointment
An advertisement touts Resinol Soap and Ointment as improving red rough blotchy oily skin with regular use. It claims clearer fresher skin after a few days, noting they do not work miracles but help skin improve.
Benton County Loses Bridge to Theft
In March 23 a new theft style hit Benton County. A 16 foot plank bridge on a south county by road was stolen entirely except for the pilings, leaving no clue to the thieves and shocking local officials.
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Benton County
Vinton
Board of Supervisors
Banks to pay taxes on liberty bond exempted banks
Attorney General Ben Gibson says county auditors may correct 1920 assessments for banks exempted due to liberty bonds but cannot collect them. Unclear on 1919 assessments as settlements may block collection. State auditor Haynes instructs corrections, with 1920 taxes potentially totaling 300000 to 500000 dollars statewide. Banks plan Supreme Court challenge. injunctions sought in some counties to delay collection.
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Des Moines
Ben Gibson
Glenn Haynes
Iowns
Supreme Court
Gibson
United States Supreme
United States Supreme Court
February fires in Waterloo cause $3180 loss and 54 alarms
Waterloo fire reports show 19 fires in February with total loss of 3180.50 and 54 alarms. Major incident at the Robbins residence 529 Lime Street on Feb 19 caused 1533.76 damage. Other causes include roof sparks chimney fires and false alarms. global lepromy note follows.
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Waterloo
Robbins
Lime Street
They WORK while you sleep advertisement copy
An old fashioned ad touts Cascarets for liver and bowels with claims of overnight efficacy. It notes suitability for children and promises no griping or inconvenience. The copy emphasizes being easy to use and waking up clear and fit.
Railroad Y M C A Rededicated at Illinois Central Shops
The Railroad Y M C A quarters on the upper floors of the Illinois Central shops building were rededicated in a formal sunset ceremony led by secretary Roy A. Graham. About 100 workers and apprentices attended, with messages of congratulations from I C officials and national Y M C A leaders.
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Railroad Young Men's Christian Association
Illinois Central Shops
Roy A. Graham
I. C
H. O. Williams
W. N. Northcott
Chicago
Illinois Central
W. 5
Wiliams
Western Hines
F. A. Taylor
Markham
A. B. Clift
A. Archer
Mr. Graham
Danderine Hair Tonic Promises Thicker, Lustrous Locks
An old advertisement touts Danderine as a beauty tonic that revitalizes dull lifeless hair. It claims the product freshens the scalp, removes dandruff, stops falling hair, and makes hair appear heavier and more abundant with renewed shine.
Home Rheumatism Treatment Claim by Mark H. Jackson
Mark H. Jackson of Syracuse New York advertises an improved home treatment for muscular and sub acute rheumatism claiming complete cure after others failed. He offers to mail the treatment free upon request and asks payment only if the user is satisfied, providing his Durston Building address for contact.
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Mark H. Jackson
Durston
Syracuse
N. Y
Jackson
Many a Pretty Face Spoiled by Pimples
Warning about pimples and skin diseases and urging use of S.S. blood cleanser from Swift Laboratory Atlanta. Claims pimples signal deeper disorders and that local treatments fail. promises free medical advice after sending history.
Plans for YMCA Work At Waterloo Enthusiastic
Graham outlines plans for the Y M C A in Waterloo noting 200 members enrolled with a 500-member goal. He, a Hoosier born 32 years ago in Indiana, said he came from South Carolina to aid railroad workers. J B Harris urged apprentices to use the Y library to gain technical knowledge and improve their craft. Waterloos public library branch details follow.
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Clinois Central
Edar A. Heald
Unois Central Company
Graham
Waterloo
Indiana
South Carolina
J. B. Harris
1 C. Crafts
Waterloo Public Brary
Branch book depository opened at railroad YMCA quarters
A new branch library at the railroad YMCA quarters opened last evening for railroad men. About 306 books including technical works on mechanics and fiction have been placed on the shelves and will be issued free. The branch will remain open at all times with a library attendant on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays.
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Rairoad Ymca
Civil War survivor Schofield buried in Griswold after Libby escape
John Schofield a Libby prison escapee and Civil War veteran who tunneled out with six others, died after a long stomach cancer at 79. Born in Huddlefield England, he came to America, lived near Griswold most of his life, and later moved to Griswold where he died. His widow and community note his 55 years in area.
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Schofield
Libby
Andersonville
Gpinwold
Griswold
Mr. Schofield
Huddlefield
England
America
Wisconsin
Flest Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry
Cape
Union
Iowa
Jackarm
Triswold
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Srewich
H.C. Clase
Stich
Prodarin
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Atlantic, Ia
John R
Briane Hotwater
LANS
Wilbert Shallenberger
R. Wilbert Shallenberger
Ager
Hotelson
Cascara
la Grippe
Hill
First National Bank Building
Northwestern Bell Telephone Co
Ko-Ko Brand
G. H. Hammond Company
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