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Newspaper
Chariton Patriot
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
1
Stanhope Iowa June 11 Editors Register and Leader object to the crops opinion in Wednesday’s issue. They accuse the paper of aiding Chicago board of trade speculators and warn only a severe weather outbreak can derail the crop market optimism.
An Iowa citizen criticizes optimistic wheat prices and urges declaring disloyalty to the party of strenuous life. The letter quotes Joe E. Fardal remarking on patriotic duties and political loyalty while enjoying local foods and sunshine.
Des Moines Iowa reports cooler than usual weather with eight to ten degrees below normal temperatures and light local showers. Soil remains saturated but conditions are favorable, aiding spring and cut wheat. Corn planting and cultivation continue, germination slow but steady, hay and apple crops promising. final acreage likely below normal.
A historical overview recounts 1777 Congress approval of the flag’s design with thirteen stripes and a circle of stars, crediting Washington and Betsy Ross for the creation. It traces displays at Philadelphia and Fort Schuyler, later evolution through state additions, and notable early renditions up to 1818.
School report for Gartin school Benton township for the month ending June 5 1903 shows 20 days taught 18 pupils enrolled 12.6 average daily attendance 4 tardiness 6 neither absent nor tardy. 25 visitors. Names include Flossie Davis Lucile Violet Blue Henry Johnson Harry Johnson Clara Sellers. Visitors listed from many families including Mr Mrs John Ream Roscoe Ream Mrs Blue and son Mr Mrs Sellers Elda Ream Mr Mrs Espy Mrs Carlson and others. Maggie B Hupp teacher.
We have funds to loan at low rates on good farms with no delay and offer many first mortgages for sale. Investors are invited to examine the mortgages. We guarantee payment of all loans made. Complete abstracts of title are provided with each loan. Interest is collected for investment without charge. Office in Opera Brock or at First National Bank, Chariton.
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