A Brand From the Burning Des Moines Advocate Aids a Fallen Woman
A letter to Iowa Society for the Friendless reveals a ministerial effort to rescue a troubled young woman. Supt Parsons intervened, arranging safe custody and later placement in a Christian home, with the woman expressing gratitude for a second chance. The story highlights the Societys care for distressed women, not only criminals, and notes Rev Frank G Wilcox of Waterloo visiting in the societies interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Society For the Friendless
Des Moines
Parsons
Mierrow
Terrep
Supt. Parsons
Society For the Friendless
Truman
Frank G. Wilcox
Waterloo
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Praised
Philadelphia and Providence women report relief from displacement backache and fatigue after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Testimonials describe improved health, sleep, appetite, and ability to work, urging others to try the remedy and share experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lydia Pinkham
Philadelphia
Lydia EL Pinkham
Lydia F. Pinkham
Fisher
Juniata Street
Providence
R.L
Lydia EB. Pinkham
Lydia E. Pinkham
Death notices and local affairs from Independence
James Parker a Civil War veteran dies at 74 in Independence after moving here in 1865. Survived by widow, children, sisters, and brothers. M L Webster to relocate to Waco with Seed company branch. Clarence Shaw named Iowa delegate to Chicago dairy show. Mrs. R Johnston dies in Momence Illinois. she formerly lived in Independence.
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Independence
James &. Parker
Ife
A. CO. Parker
Des Moines
M. L. Webster
Waco
Tex
Howard
The
Baptist Church
Waverly notes and social events fill week in town
Miss Cora Elpert, Cedar Falls student, returns home for Sunday as St Marys parochial school prepares for winter. Mrs Daniels, in Denver, visits, and families attend a Waterloo show. Community saints gather for church services, a colonial supper and a funeral in Independence, plus local plans for weddings and local visits by residents to Ames, Waterloo, and Iowa City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waverly
Cora Elpert
Cedar Falls
Rome
St. Marys
Hveen
Independence
Harry Morey
M EK A. Dawson
Dorothy
Waterlon
Wather Lunden Farland
Independencs
Denver
Finchford
Dick ‘Haree
Sacred Cone
Brooks Jett
A. Wifert
Mym
Arthur Bevery
Ames
Ashe
Mr. Wars
Waterloo Style Show Draws Capacity Houses At Waterloo Theatre
Waterloo's first annual style show drew capacity crowds for two performances. The event featured revolutionary fall fashions with tunics, long sleeves, heavy fur trims, and bold color schemes. Models and poseurs demonstrated outfits from local merchants, and the program included vaudeville numbers and musical interludes as the show progressed through five acts. The exhibition concluded with plans to make the style show an annual event and a long list of participating merchants and supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hwo Fmmense Audiwices
Waterloo
Waterloo Theatre
Stuend
Modlah
la Paige
Hazel Arlington
Joseph Wycoff
Deco Howland
Tolane
Ta Paige
Paul Davis Dry Goods Company
James Black Dry Goods Company
Burch Bros. Company
The
Falan & Bollman Company
Kimmel &! Company
Fessler & Demmel
Sternberg Company
Dotson & Kerwin
Scanes Clothes Shop
Sam Frank Company
Morgan & Sullivan
Joseph & Sons Company
Fitzgerald Brothers
Easley Clothing Company
Woods Millinery
Frank Brothers
Home Tea
Ives Hat
F.C. Jones
Smart Shop
Waterloo Furniture Company
Joe Raymond
W. Harwich
Hall-Ekfell Company
Davidsons Company
L. A. Parsons Music Company
Fred H
Mor- Ftu
Scotch Ladies Host Surprise Party For Hayes-Broodie Engagement
Miss Hayes' downtown absence left her friends in charge of her home where the evening included towel making for a hope box and refreshments served by her mother and aunt Mrs Berg. The event celebrated Miss Hayes's upcoming marriage to Perry H Broodie of Des Moines with plans for a future ceremony. Mr Kerr, father of the Chicago Caledonian society, shared details of the group's 1862 origins and demonstrated the Highland Fling as dancing capped the night, urging Scotch kin to attend monthly gatherings to strengthen bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Hayes
Mrs. Berg
Migs
Hayes
Perry H. Broodie
Tres Moines
Chicago Caledonian Society
Mr. Kerr
Chicago Society
Alec Kerr
Kerr
Caledonians Open Fall Season With Notable Hall Event
The Caledonian Society held its first fall social evening at Pinkerton hall. A strong program delighted the audience with Marion Henderson Fern Way and Matilda Smith delivering captivating numbers and encores. Jamie Marsden and Mr De von drew strong applause while the loyal British audience cheered. The gathering numbered over forty, with Mr Kerr among the guesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caledonian Society
Pinkerton Hall
Marion Henderson
Fern Way
Matilda Smith
Jamie Marsden
Mr. Devon
Harry Tanders
Kerr
Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertisement in Kentucky
A Kentucky man told a friend Foley Cathartic Tablets are the most wonderful medicine. He would not be without them, and neither would you if you tried them. A thoroughly cleansing cathartic for chronic constipation or occasional purge. Sold by all druggists everywhere. Read in this paper large advertisement. Maan Tyier Music Co.
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Ta Town
Rome
Kentucky
OWA Land Rises: S144 in 4B Years Recalled
Grudy Fann Bought at 3 Now Worth $160 an Acre. Marshall Rugg, visiting from Redlands, Cal, and his brother Charles P. Ruge, discussed Iowa land gains since 1864, recalling early prices and the 48 year rise. Fred A. Ward of Waterloo, now in Minnesota, noted Minnesota potato quality and Chicago New York hotel market demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall Rugg
Redlands
Cal
Frank M. Shores
Charles P. Ruge
Iowa
Mr. Rug
Grundy County
John Rugg
John H. Leavitt
Fred A. Ward
Waterloo
North Branch
Minn
St. Paul
Minnesota
Chicago
New York
Ward
Bootleggers Held to Federal Grand Jury
United States revenue officers conducted an investigation into illegal liquor sales in the area. Three offenders were arrested and brought before United States Commissioner J. E. Dempster for hearings and held for court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Revenue
United States
J. E. Dempster
Arraignments, Bond, and Jail Escape Report
The accused include a woman. William Boggs was arraigned this morning and held under $300 bail to the federal grand jury. Boggs escaped jail by giving bond for his appearance. James Les, arraigned yesterday, did not escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Boggs
Boggs
James Les
Accused Woman Remanded After Bail Set at 300 Dollars
In a Dubuque court, Claral faced remand after bail was set at 300 dollars following an appearance. The case involves liquor sales in Blackwell, with further details about charges and the accused woman’s status silence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blackwell
Dubuque
Lee
Claral
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Bow
Maan-Tyler Music Co
Marshall
Rugg
Grundy Fann
M.T
Seock
Pereble
Servis
Austria
Servia
Ugguer
Servin
Europe
Milton
Ford
Ara
Business Men’s Temperance Association Incorporated
JOWA
Davidsons Onidge Spreey
Swaterloos Center Center
Woods Bros
Black Hawk
Butler
Bremer
Fayette
Buchanan
Linn
Benton
Tama
Grundy
Cedar Valley
Coal Headquarters
Young Coal CO
West Third Street
Rae
Cole
C. M. Berkley Hardware Co
West Fourth Street
Saenesune Sts
Andre Kid
Wangler Liros. Co
East Fourth Street
Landgrat & Co
Nast Fourth Street
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