Prosperity Remains Strong Across Markets in Early 1900s Outlook
Compilers of a monthly trade conditions letter from Leavitt and Johnson National Bank report continued healthy business prospects. They note near-term prosperity regardless of presidential outcome, with stable banking and stock markets, strong crop yields, and high farm incomes across wheat, cotton, corn, oats, and other staples, though labor shortages and coal supply issues hinder some manufacturing regions. The analysis compares current conditions with past years and highlights anticipated continued growth despite election uncertainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavitt & Johnson National Bank
Elec
Marriages and judgments span the tenth month era
The report notes numerous marriages in October and references a legal case, Mary B. Withs versus Fowler Co. over an automobile accident. The plaintiff, Mrs Withs, injured a hand when wagon tongue struck her while riding, a suit seeking damages after the collision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary B. Withs
Fowler Co
Mra. Withs
Mra. J Withy
Prominent farmer’s wife nearly dies after strychnine mixup
In Waverly Iowa on October 11 Mrs Arns wife of Ed Arns narrowly survived after taking ten grains of strychnine mistaken for customel. Dr O L Chaffee flew by auto to the residence and used a stomach pump to save her life as muscles began to contract and spasms loomed. A Bremer avenue straw poll showed Roosevelt 7 Wilson 47 Taft 37 Debs 2, prompting Mooser support for Roosevelt as president.
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Waverly
Bremer Avenue
Roosevelt
Wilson
Taft
Debs
Waterloos Majestic Theatre Hosts Annie Abbott Week
Abbott remains at the Majestic Theatre for the balance of the week with crowds turned away by slow shows. Tomorrow features a bold stunt with a blork and tackle as a man and two helpers attempt to lift Abbott, plus a wheelbarrow challenge for a $5 prize. Four new acts headline the comedy bill including Warren and Brockway, Gannon and Tracey the cheer up girls, Bush and Peyser, and Murray Bckh.
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Unie Abbott
Waterloo
Majestic Theatre
Annie Abbott
Annix
Warren & Brockway
Gannon and
Tracey
Bush
Peyser
Murray BK
Murray
Bill
Utica Mourns Sherman Death
Urgent obituary notes Vice President Sherman near death then fading, doctors confirming life measured by hours. Public concern and city grief rise as physicians warn final end, while Sherman’s interest in clean sports and baseball fame contrast with business ties. Carl Pritchard recovers from sprained ankle. Bloom acts as substitute. New Blue Ribbon Seeded Raisins ad inserted.
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Utica
Big Moose
F. H. Peck
Sherman
Janeway
New York City
Sonn
New York
Giants
Carl Pritchard
Mr. Pritchard
City Electricity
Harry Bloom
Counting Votes At County Election Amid Ballot Surplus
The county auditor will base ballots on registration rather than last election votes. Large ballot volumes require election boards to stay with ballots until counted, with judges and clerks rotating rests but never relinquishing custody. Waterloo faces lengthy counting and late returns due to the enormous ballot size.
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Rainbow
Waterloo
Little Baby Makes Mother a Prisoner on Birthday
Gladys Elaine Weld aged two celebrated by locking her mother Mrs. Weld and grandmother Mrs. Miller in the cellar at 1318 Second Street. The child kept the key and imprisoned the two women for about thirty minutes until the door was released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladys Elaine Weld
A. E. Weld
Second Street
Liberty
Federal Court Adjourned After Election Recess
Judge Reed adjourned United States district court until after the election. Several trial cases settled out of court this week and the jury had little to do while awaiting a call. Only a few cases remain on the docket.
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Reed
United States District Court
Lectures by Edna Lyman Scott at Waterloo Library
Mrs Edna Lyman Scott, renowned for her lectures and storytelling book, will be in Waterloo tonight to speak at the public library located east side, inviting local readers to attend.
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Edna Lyman Scott
Waterloo
Public Library
Society's Responsibility for What Children Read
Parents, teachers and all interested in this vital phase of modern education are urged to consider the responsibilities of guiding what children read. The article stresses thoughtful selection, balanced exposure, and ongoing dialogue to foster literacy, character, and informed judgment in youth.
Mrs Scott to Speak at Brief Notice Event
A brief notice announces Mrs Scott will come to speak. Readers are urged to pass the word to friends and spread the information.
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Mrs. Scott
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Scane
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Rae
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Cupid
Luis Viesories
Moen
Nam Sis
Tian
Ib Arns
Stryca
Calomel
Majestic
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Randle
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