The Jankins of Green Lane Thanksgiving Offer
On Thanksgiving a poor boy shares a turkey with the Jankins family. He learns gratitude despite salt fish and potatoes, brings Cousin Sarah to deliver a feast, and helps six hungry siblings give thanks for real turkey. The moment ends with the needy children saying grace.
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Mamma
Aunt Briggs
Goodby
Timmy Jankins
Sis
Sarah
Mary
Jankins
Jankinses
Timmy
Sissy
Thanksgiving of the Pessimist
A pessimistic figure frets on Thanksgiving Eve as he rails against belief and fate. His grim outlook clashes with a nation’s grateful mood, yet his fears prove unfounded while the world continues despite his despair. The poem reflects on faith, doom thoughts, and the contrast between gloom and communal gratitude.
Flag Staff History and Dedication in Lucas County
Lucas County citizens celebrate the 105 foot flag staff erected in Court House Park with hoisting of the national flag on November 21 1908. The project received $24000 in cost plus transportation and setup totaling $382.65 with contributions from the Board of Supervisors W R O and private donors. Comrade Thomas Gay led the effort and Comrade H Poucher supported the campaign, honoring patriotism and civic duty within the community.
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Los
Joseph Parkin
Derby
Lucas County
Iseminger
Department of Iowa
Grand Army of the Republic
County Board of Supervisors
Court House
Thomas Gay
H.poucher
Luther Douglass
A. M. Wheeler
W. F. Hatcher
L. F. Maple
Board of Supervisors
St. Louis
Missouri
United States
Post
H. Poucher
E M F Car Specs Highlight Power and Design
The ad details a 30 HP E M F vertical four engine with a 34 inch offset crankshaft enhancing power. It describes splash lubrication, dual ignition, enclosed gears, centrifugal cooling, and a three forward gear transmission. The car features large artillery wheels, 32 1 2 x 3 1 4 tires, and a price of 1250 dollars F O B Detroit with magneto included.
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Effency
If You are Over Fifty Years Read This
Most people past middle age suffer kidney and bladder disorders which Foley's Kidney Remedy could cure. Stop the drain on vitality and restore strength and vigor. Begin taking Foley's Kidney Remedy today. J. D. Beaman, Druggist. Free one year subscriptions offered for new subscribers to Successful Farming and the Patriot, plus Prof Holden's Corn Book.
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J. D. Beaman
Patriot
Holden
Farm Loan Offer From A B Gookin Co
A B Gookin Company advertises prompt provisioning of ample funds for farm loans, inviting farmers to inquire for financing options and quick cash assistance.
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A. B.,gookin & Co
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