Malcom Kirk a Model of Moral Heroism in Conrad
Twenty years after a pivotal election, Rev Malcom Kirk and his wife Faith transform a western town through Christian temperance work. A Boston pastor recounts Kirk's leadership shaping law, faith, and civic life while facing continual pressure from whisky interests. Faith, Gilbert, Hermon, and Dorothy support his mission, with Kirk’s generous impulse repeatedly tested by those in need.
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Dorothy
Valmer
Conrad
West Bound Express
Kirk
George Wilson
Tiermon
Hermon
Faith
Father
Institutional Church of
Boston
Malcom Kirk
Ny Olind
Coleman
Marville
Canada
The
Christian Temperance Union
Gilbert
Lfe
Kirkville
the Law
Electric Bitters Proven To Aid Woman In Manchester
Geo D Williams of Manchester Michigan reports his wife suffered five years of helplessness and could not turn over alone. After two bottles Electric Bitters she improved greatly and can do her own work. The remedy claims to cure nervousness sleeplessness headaches melancholy backache fainting and dizziness. Limited to 50 cents and sold by Scents druggist.
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Geo. D. Williama
Manchester
Mich
Grain O beverage from pure grains offered at grocers
An ad asserts Grain O made from pure grains improves health and can be enjoyed by children. A user named Isdy reports it helped after a week, claiming it prevents coffee use and strengthens the system. Package available in 5c and 25c sizes with preparation directions.
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A Isdy
Road Work Delayed by Labor Dispute in Chesterton
Chesterton Tribune reports mecadam road projects halted due to a dispute between the company and workers. On Tuesday, shovelers struck for higher pay from $1.50 to $1.75 daily. Company sent Chicago laborers the first train but they could not be boarded. Work fully suspended at Porter and Chesterton on Wednesday.
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Chesterton Tribune
Chicago Cy
Porter Y Chesterton
County News Highlights Patchwork of Tragedy and Local Life
A rural tale recounts Jim Adams's son breaking a leg by a calf’s kick. with David Condon dying suddenly at 85 after a day in heat, found with a fatal head injury from a plow beam. Obituaries follow for Paulina Recht and others, plus local notes on weddings, travels, work moves, and quirky incidents around Wanatah and Laporte.
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Jim Adams
David Condon
Laporte
Paulina Recht
Attending Sunday visits and local political notes
A roundup of town social calls includes Mr. and Mrs. Tom Boyd and relatives. several residents traveled to Hamlet and Laporte. The Democratic township convention nominated Martin Pashas trustee and Terry assessor. Others share health, personal visits, and weather updates as the community details unfold.
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Tom Boyd
Hanna
James Ure
Martin Pash
Twe Terry
Peter
Waterloo
Davis
Lewis Leets
Valparaiso
Michigan
Eli Osborn
Rolling Prairie Weather and Local Notices
A heavy storm Aug. 11 brought wind rain and hail with a lightning strike on Mrs. Camp's barn splitting timber but not catching fire. Windmill down and fruit trees uprooted. corn flattened in places. Temperatures reached 100 in the shade. crops look good despite losses to wheat and hay. Birth Aug. 10 to Mr and Mrs F D Pease a son. Local residents visiting, school starts Sept. 3, and picnics and reunions planned at Hudson Lake Aug. 10 18 and 13. A book shark took literature and money from several citizens.
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Herman Trowe
Whiting
Clear Lake
F. A. Gunt
C. E. Hollar
Michigan
Whiteman
Mrs. Hollar
John Brooks
C. P. Daly
Babcock
John
Brooks
Chicago
Chauney Frame
Oo. J. Sackman
F. D. Pease
E. R. Adama
Pronost
Madge Holloway
M. Corman
David Pease
United States Loans to England Rebut Democratic Claims
The article argues that four years of Republican governance left the United States poised as a creditor nation able to aid England with a 350 million loan, contradicting Democratic claims of being under an English money trust. It notes U S bonds at a premium, England seeking funds, and Chicago as a hub for international finance with Russia and other powers relying on American credit.
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United States
Money Trust
England
Lombard Street
Needle Street
Spain
Secretary of the Treasury
Chicago
Russia
Democratic Party
Chicago Tribune
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Praised By Frontline Officers
Twenty nine officers and men report Bucklen’s Arnica Salve best for scratches bruises cuts wounds sore feet and stiff joints. It treats burns skin eruptions and piles with guaranteed cure. Sold by E T Scott at 25 cents a box.
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E. T. Scott
Indiana Grans May Lead 5000 To Chicago Encampment
Indiana Grand Army men push for a large turnout at the Chicago encampment hoping to bring about 5000 veterans from the state. They expect the next encampment to move west, with Denver and Salt Lake City courting the event. Some southern cities may bid, and St. Louis could be a compromise. A hard fight is anticipated over pension commissioner Henry Clay Evang.
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Indiana
Chicago
Denver
Salt’ Lake City
Richmond
St. Louis
Henry” Clay Evang
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Philp Strong
Robert Hardy
Advance Publishing Co
Herman Ts
Paul
Heaven
Wilson
Malcom
Sistor
Chesterton
Wanatah
Miss Nettie Sherman
the River
Butler
Agnes Sullivan
Crown Point
Teachers’ Institute
Chas. Jutroski
Ernest Henning
Miss Waterhouse
Elkhart
Ind
Dot Cowboy
Lew Barnes
South Wanatah
Hobart
Rev. Buchheit
E. Henning
W. H. Pisher
James Long
Lacrosse
Wm. Werner
Jacob Eaton
John Adams
Schimmels
Gust Oberinger
Gustis
R. R
U. S. Secret Service
Emil Ratner
Elgin
Chas. Eckert
Martin Krauss
Ella Wiesjahn
Elsie Boehlke
Julius Schmidt
Julius Lowenburg
Juline Keil
Bill Tuley
Bill
Lawrence
Crooked Creek
Penn
Blanche McCurdy
O. B. Bailey
Will Etter
Steve Bailey
Herman Wojaho
Hamlet
Pat Campbell
Herman Boehike
Gust Schlosser
Conitz
Donagah
Saturda
Studborough
Arte
Hudson Lake
Christian Sunday School
Fish Lake
Emma Beil
Westville Market
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