Mrs Gustafson of Diamond Township Dies in Ida Grove
Mrs C E Gustafson aged 39 from Diamond Township died September 28 1917 in Ida Grove Iowa after three weeks of rapid decline. Born near Sycamore Illinois November 9 1877 she married Charles Gustafson January 8 1908 and leaves husband daughter Helen Margaret two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held at her home and church with community-wide condolences.
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Emily Sophia
Frank Peterson
Sycamore
Illinois
Chas. Gustafson
Helen Margarett
Gustafson
Ida Grove
Iowa
Church of God of
Thos. Hall
Sioux City
Joseph Yoeshing
John Peterson
Chicago
James Peterson
Ralner
Edward Peterson
Deming
New Mexico
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
We express thanks to friends for kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our wife and mother and for the beautiful floral offerings. C. E. Gustafson and Helen.
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C. E. Gustafson
Helen
Just Like a Woman Garden Day Out
A playful exchange contrasts Adam and Eve as they discuss leaving the garden with Eve lamenting she has nothing to wear, humorously reflecting fashion worries and biblical allegory. The dialogue hints at suiting modern sensibilities with timeless vanity and departure.
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Adam
Eve
Quiet Nap at the Picture Show Prefers Theater Over Noise
William Henry Rapp voices rare indifference, saying he enjoys the picture show as the only place where he can take a quiet nap. He expresses fondness for cinema despite other disturbances.
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William Henry Rapp
On the Road First Actor Sir and posse in town
The dialogue recalls a moment when the actor and audience paused work and a posse formed in response to an event in a town. The exchange hints at a storytelling scene with two actors and local reaction.
Down on 'Em Katharine Quacks Outnumber Doctors
Kidder remarks that there are many quacks outside of the duck trust, reflecting a sharp view of medical practitioners.
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Katharine
Kidder
Duck Trust
Local high school routs Sioux Rapids 91 to 0
In week before last Linn Grove high school defeated Sioux Rapids by 91 points. Other notes include obituaries for Mrs. K Sjostrom in Marcus and commission news for Dr W N Gaston at Fort Riley. Also local injuries, a marriage at Parkhill home, and plans for evangelistic meetings led by multiple church groups in Peterson area.
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Linn Grove
Sioux Rapids
Marcus
K. Sjostrom
Peterson Patriot
W. N. Gaston
Veterinary Corps
Fort Riley
Kas
Ames
A. W. Ford
Quimby
Peterson
Wm. Felton
Lillie Hintz
South Dakota
Storm Lake
Pilot-Tribune
Herbert Yeuell
Tight at That Freddy That s a swell hat Crosby s wearing
Reddy notes the stylish hat on Crosby as the key feature of the scene. The exchange highlights humor about the headwear and its fit.
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Tight
Freddy
Crosby
Reddy
Progressive Statesmanship
A humorous caption notes a constant hen cackling keeps the flock in line. The exchange centers on removing the bird while others joke about her loudness and influence on the yard.
Polished Man and Welcomest Farmhand in Rural Districts
A quatrain contrasts the polished man as a frequent welcome guest with the farm hand who is hailed as the most welcome visitor. The verse plays on social ease and rural hospitality.
Nothing to Worry About with a Popular Dramatist
Critics say the popular dramatist skates on thin ice in his latest play. The reviewer notes veteran theatergoers may not notice whether he keeps skating or breaks through in parts.
Crabbed Disposition in Snappy Suit Exchange
A glib salesman touts a snappy suit while a grouchy customer objects to the term and warns he will get snappy if shown another. The playful exchange centers on opinions of style and language in a retail setting.
Foot Operated Player Piano Teases New Home
A humorous exchange suggests selecting a player piano without musical talent. One party dismisses needing an ear for music, advising simply to use your foot to operate the instrument.
Inconsistent Work Stories and Crow Diet in Winter
A street crew recounts Henry’s path from court to workhouse guard and back to prison labor, illustrating how “apply for the job” luck can shape fate. Separately, observers note crows in New England adapt to winter by omnivorously feeding on beetles to mammals, including eggs and small birds, affecting farmers.
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Henry
Deery
New England
A Problem of the Life to Come
A humorous anecdote follows Johnny struggling to dress himself and asking his mother how he will put on his shirt when he becomes an angel with wings. The child’s playful question reflects a lighthearted view of life after death.
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Johnny
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First National Bank
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Dean
J. W. Parkhill
Beatrice Parkhill
Lloyd H. Adams
Sac City
Peterson and Vicinity
Mr. Farmer
UTZ Souing
Rochlstla N.Y
Utz & Dunn Ladies Fine Shoes
G. J. Lewis
Indianapolis News
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Team of Bays
Duroc
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