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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1923
Page
1
Listening by Rev M A Mathews
The article urges readers to tune into a radio sermon broadcast from the pulpit every Sunday at eleven, praising John Perry and AU tocaster service for spreading gospel and constitutional government ideals across America. It notes time zone differences and letters from across the United States praising the program.
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M. A. Mathews
John Perry
America
Pacific Coast
United States
Maine
Canada
California
Mexico
Texas
Perry
Perseverance Counts Most by Richard Lloyd Jones
Wealth inherited is never valued like wealth earned. Victory comes with hard battles, not quick wins. Easy comes, easy goes. Slow growth endures while fast growth withers. Steadfast application outmatches impatient effort. Mountains require ages to form, not moments. Great deeds arise from sustained work, not raw strength. When you want something, work long enough to gain it. A single purpose is the first es-
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Richard Lloyd Jones
Perseverance and forward drive echo in a Pleasant Valley piece
A compact column extols steadfast effort, urging readers to push forward, seize opportunity, and endure. It blends maxims about persistence with nostalgic notes on Pleasant Valley and Billville's peasants, ending with Uncle John's amused invitation to recall “a pleasant day.”
Homey Philosophy for 1923
A reflection on a silent Indian man of thirty years who chose actions over talk and the value of communication. The piece argues that meaningful deeds can carry lasting value and that human connection remains essential despite quiet contemplation. It concludes with the timeless three words Love one another as a foundation for happiness.
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India
Pleasant social delights in a wary essay fragment
Fragment of a 19th century style prose praising pleasant faces and pleasant social gatherings. The text emphasizes the desirability of pleasantness in among a super-social tribe, noting a preference for the word pleasant as a fitting descriptor and reflecting on pleasant environs and experiences.
Bedford Free Press Ownership Statement 1923
A. W. Hamblin appears as editor publisher owner of Bedford Free Press Bedford Iowa. Bondholder Frank Dunning listed among security holders owning 1 percent or more. Sworn March 28 1928 before J F Besco notary with commission expiring 1924.
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Congress
Bedford Free Press
Bedford
Iowa
Taylor
A. W. Hamblin
A. W. Hamiblin
Frank Dunning
J.F. Besco
Notice of Final Report in Estate of J. D. Collins
In the District Court of Igway in Taylor County No 2752 Probate the estate of J. D. Collins deceased. Walter R Collins Nellie Collins Carrie Snow Melville Snow Nell Talbot Estelle Snow Ruth Snow Esta Snow Carl Snow Karl Snow Howard W Collins Albert P Collins Russell Collins George J Collins and other interested persons are notified that BE C Dowlin administrator has filed a final report and asked for discharge The hearing before the court Bedford Iowa on April 10 1928. You may appear and show cause why the final report should not be approved and the administrator discharged from further duty or responsibility.
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Walter R. Collins
Nellie Collins
Carrie S. Snow
Melville Co. Snow
Nell Talbot
Bryce Talbot
Estelle Snow
Ruth Snow
Esta Snow
Carl Snow
Karl Snow
Howard W. Collins
Albert P. Collins
Russell #. Collins
George J. Collins
C. Dowlin
J. D. Collins
District Court
Bedford
Iowa
E. C. Dowlin
Estaye
Trator
Anna D. Smith
State
Taylor Couinty
District Cour
Asa Terrill
State of Iowa
Taylor Courty
District Cours
Laura Adams
Court House
Notice of Final Report in Iowa probate case
Notice in Taylor County Iowa district court probate No. 2713 for the estate of Anna D. Smith. To W H Smith Verna L Dorr Ruth V Whitlow and all other persons interested in said estate. E C Dowlin administrator unsigned portion of final report seeks approval and closes proceedings.
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District Court of
Iowa
Taylor County
Anna D. Smith
W. H. Smith
Verna L. Dorr
Ruth V. Whitlow
E. C. Dowlin
Final report of estate administrator hearings in Bedford
Notices from Taylor County Iowa court records announce hearings on April 10 1928 for approval of the final report in the estate of Anna D Smith and discharge of the administrator. Other notices alert that Asa Terrill and Laura Adams wills have been filed for probate with hearings set May 1 1923 in Bedford Court House before the district court and clerk of court.
Best Storage of Potatoes for Quality and Safety
Potatoes should be of good quality for storage as they do not improve with time and decay risk rises with poor field conditions. Dry tubers after digging, avoid deep piles, and store in shallow trenches or shallow pits with straw and soil for insulation, with ventilation and extra straw layers as temperatures drop to prevent freezing.
Lime In a Teakettle Oyster shell tip for lime prevention
One or two oyster shells placed in a tea kettle prevent lime from forming. The simple domestic tip suggests using shells to keep kettles clear of lime buildup and maintain appliance cleanliness.
Porterfield Declares for Democratic Congressional Nomination
John F. Porterfield of Hamburg Freemont County announces his bid for the Democratic nomination in the forthcoming special election to fill the Horace M. Towner vacancy. Porterfield, a lawyer and longtime Democratic leader, is praised as a steadfast defender of farmers and laborers, urged by Don McBride and local leaders to run.
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Hamburg
Town
John ¥. Porterfield
Freemont County
8Th
Congress
Horace M. Towner
Porterfield
Tine
Porterfield & Porterfield
H. B. Porterfield
John F. Porterfield
Avnl
Soap invention claims from Gauls and early manufacture note
The text discusses Pliny attributing soap to Gauls and notes uncertainty about the invention. It mentions soap in the Bible with horith as a general cleansing term and states large scale soap manufacture began in London in 1524.
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Pliny
London
Superstitions and medical beliefs among Chinese warned
A historical column notes that many Chinese hold strong superstitions and rely on charms and spells. It also observes that the average Chinese person places great faith in medicines and spends a sizable portion of income on drugs and treatments.
Estate of Wise Way Leaves Widow with Two Children
Wise Way died in September leaving a widow and two small children. His estate consisted of a home with a near due mortgage of 2500 and life insurance totaling 5000 with a 3000 policy from National Life Association. After settling debts and funeral costs, the widow had about 2000 cash to face the future. A citizen of a thy viterm town.
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National Life Association
Viterm
Iowa
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