Waterloo Conductor Myers Targeted by Forged Checks
A man impersonating Slukey G. Myers, a Waterloo Central conductor, passed two forged checks totaling 50 and 37.50 at Cedar Falls area stores for dining room tables. The forgeries used the names A. W. Fundy and Lundy, with the stranger parading knowledge of rail conditions and wage talks. Merchants recovered $75 in the day and notified Sheriff Wagner as the incident unfolded.
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Slukey G
Myers
Minois Central
Geual
Trouma
Lundy
Waterloo
Conductor Myers
Angler Recalls Green Heron Catch With Frog Bait
Joe Schiel fishing near Union Bridge Saturday observed a green heron seize a frog, struggle to swallow it, and fly off with the line. Walter French county attorney and deputy Hol’ Phapman corroborate affidavits. witnesses attest to the extraordinary scene and the angler’s honesty.
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J O
Mr. Schiel
Mrs. Heron
Joe
Joe Schiel
Tragedy of a town quiets titles in Mahon Roanoke area
In Huntington Indiana a group led by Hlmer E My grants asks the circuit court to quiet titles to lands within the former Mahon town site near Roanoke. The case stems from the failed development after canal era rail and interurban plans, leaving occupied lots now held by plaintiffs amid clouded titles and abandoned streets.
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Huntington
Ind
Hlmer
Mahon
Roanoke
Wabash Railroad
Tire Mahon
Jackson
Ergans
Prodigal Millionaire John Reunites With Wife After Fortune
A reminiscence recalls Coal Oil Johnny once a lavish spender who gave away money and gifts, left his wife and child for bright lights, bought hotels and a special train, faced divorce, and later won back Ella in a dramatic reunion before they remarried, with Elia holding the jewels and farm.
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Nell
Rouseville
John
Philadelphia
Seth Slocum
Girard House
Tme
Ella
Pam
Joh
Siwim
Elia
Remarkable tale of Coal Oil Johnny and squandered millions
Fort Crook Neb resident John W. Greele known as Coal Oil Johnny rose to fame in the 1860s. He spent millions at speed, bought trains and hotels for glamour, gave enormous tips, and financed luxuries while later facing bankruptcy. His story links to Ellen Moffett and Tom McElhinney and includes notes on Nell Morgan horse and a lavish lifestyle.
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Fort Crook
Neb
Philadelphia
New York
Chicago
John W. Greele
Johnny
America
Ellen Moffett
Thomas R. McElhinney
Third Avenue West
Joan Steele
Mr. McElhinney
Oil City
McElhinney
John
Tom
Meadville, Pa
Sheakleyville, Pa
Brewster
Gil Jonnay
Tom McElhinney
Nell Morgan
Pata
Wife Seeks 85000 Alimony in Divorce Case
Mrs. Dena J. Stock files for divorce from Walter G. Stock in Storm Lake Iowa alleging cruel treatment. She seeks permanent alimony of 85000 plus 300 monthly temporary support, 1000 for suit and 5000 attorney fees, custody of three children, and court determination of child support. The couple married December 1907 and have three children. defendant valued at 225000 to 275000.
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Storm Lake
Dena J. Stock
Walter G. Stock
Pur dum Finds Caves on Owen County Farm
Columbus businessman Isaac Pur dum traded for a hilly Owen county farm and found three caves including one over 100 feet deep with sulphur springs. He plans a resort, notes abundant game and good fishing nearby, and has received offers but will not sell.
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Columbus
Jad
Isaac Purdum
Owen County
Indiana
Purdum
Fall Ang Eel River
House Robbed In Broad Daylight In Portland
Broad daylight burglary hits two homes on Vinton and Almond streets. John Norman and daughter Maude Hostetler report entry through a cut bathroom window, valuables stolen including jewelry and clothing. Neighbors saw two men around 4:30 p.m. No list of stolen items available by noon. A second burglary on Vinton Street, similar entry, occurred the same day with valuables taken. no arrests at this time.
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John Norman
Maude Hostetler
Almond Street
Otter
Imen
Jimmy
Nooufer
Vonlusiwin
Vinton Street
Percy Hardy
Be true to Baby Fletcher's Castoria reminder
A mother’s appeal stresses using remedies made for infants and children. It warns against substitutes and counterfeits, urging parents to keep only baby-specific preparations in the home. The message highlights care, safety, and dedicated infant remedies.
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Fletcher
Melon Train Fire Outpaced by Watermelon Water Attack
A novel scheme failed and a boxcar of melons caught fire after a carelessly placed cigar. Fire department arrived to find the blaze extinguished by smashing watermelons against the flames. Train crew members crowded the scene claiming success.
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Remem
Pepsodent Free Test Promises Whiter Safer Teeth
Ten day test reaches millions showing a method to fight the film coating teeth that dulls them and causes tartar and decay. The film harbors germs and tartar, linked to pyorrhea, while ordinary toothpaste fails to remove it effectively. Dental science and authorities endorse the new methods to combat film, urged by leading dentists.
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Albany
Milla Gade
the Battery
New York City
Miss Gade
Gade
Kanssek Noman
Dancy
Cormees
Plosseuict
Morris Motor
FTRE
Portland
Victor Service
Victrolas
Misic
Joo
Wen See
Joan Keith
Castoria
Noar
Our
S.S
Atlanta
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pittsburgh
Lydia Pinkham
F. A. Baker
Butler St
THE
Pepsodent Company
Dept. B
S. Wabash Ave
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