Moron Definitions Highlight Mental Deficiency Debate
New York June 14 Associated Press outlines the term moron as a label for those with limited reasoning. The State Charities Aid Association cites 45,000 mental defectives in New York State and discusses implications for education, crime, and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Associated Press
State Charities Aid Association
Army
The
State Association
New York State
Charities Association
Lorimer Community Notes Mixed with Visits and Weddings
Lorimer and surrounding towns see a flurry of visits and social plans as residents travel to Creston Ames Des Moines and Tulsa. Highlights include engagements marriages and a variety of visits from families such as the Bulls and Warrens with several relatives hosting gatherings and clubs like the Embroidery Club meeting in Lorimer.
Weather Appetite and Heat in Summer Diets
Dr. R H Bishop advises that hot weather raises heat intake and lowers appetite for office workers. Prefer greens fruits and cold foods, avoid heavy meats, and control meal timing and pace. Do not wash down food with water or beverages. avoid eating when excited.
Detecting Absurdities and the Kallakak Family Tale
The text discusses observer bias toward suicide and mental illness, and presents the Kallakak example where a feeble minded man sired many descendants who tended to pauperism or crime, versus a normal woman whose offspring were generally productive. It notes that a moron can be useful, with rare mechanical or artistic aptitudes.
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Kallakaks
Martin Kallakak
George Washington
Local News Brief From Stringtown and Iowa City
Billy Crow and his daughter Evelyn traveled to Iowa City last Sunday and returned home as Evelyn continues a decade long hospital care at Iowa City and Oakdale. J H Metz of Creston visited Edd Metz for a short stay last Tuesday. Roy Moore has suffered a weeklong attack of tonsillitis.
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Bert Bullove
Edna Conard
Thayer
Minerva Conard
E. C. Ayres
Creston
Sophia Beardsley
Barney
Polly Larkins
Gaylor Bullock, Jr
Bert Bullock
L. L. Lamb
Des Moines
Virginia Donners
Joan Daniels
Crumbaker
Afton
Junior Orr
Indianapolis
Indiana
Drobt. Orr
Mises Delia
Margaret Higgins
Perry
Park Hotel
Avery Saunderson
Shannon City
R. E. Garett
Winterset
Allen Vetrick
Massena
Bozier
Boone
Burris Beard
Northwood
Mt. Ayr
Iowa
F. W. Reinig
Jno. Daniels
Wild Cochran
Pearl Rankin
Red Oak
Paul Lamb
Sioux Falls
S. Dak
R. E. Garrett
Embroidery Club
Ayres
Kansas City
Alta
Lenore Jackson
FP. W. Reinig
Obama
Coonville
Lorimer
Francis Shappaugh
Alfred Callison
Lori
Billy Crow
Iowa City
Evelyn
Towa City
Oakdale
J. H. Metz
Edd Metz
Roy Moore
Willa Bush Reports William Patterson's Death
Word reaches from Mrs. Willa Bush in Canada that her father William Patterson died on Wednesday the 7th. The Busy Bee Society met at Mrs. Rob't Buxton's with a large crowd in attendance.
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Willa Bush
Canada
William Patterson
Wilna Ambrose
Lenox
Kate Miller
Roy Moores
Little Burdette Brown
Prescott
Joe Brown
Hugh Colgn
Near Corning
Edd Metz
Mrs. Brown
Will Woods
Union City Chub club hosts lively Saturday gathering
Local residents share social visits and weekend activities. Bert Moody hosts U C Chub members with a warm reception at his home. Neva Morrig calls on Arlene Kitching at the Greater Community hospital. Miss Verna Morgan entertains friends Tuesday evening.
For You to Color TINTED TRAVELS in Wisconsin 1922
A short feature from the Wisconsin issue outlines travel notes and color plates for readers to enjoy. It references a 1922 copyright by NEA Service and invites engagement with illustrated journeys across the state.
U C C C Club Meets at Mrs. Frankie Schofield Home
The U C C C Club gathered at Mrs. Frankie Schofield’s home on Thursday with all members present except Mrs. Leke Morris and Mrs. Will Clem. A luncheon of sandwiches pickles ice cream Devil's Food Cake and lemonade was served by the hostess and Miss Jennie Reeve. Visitors included Mrs. L. F. Hovins Mrs. Joe Reeve and children Mrs. Cleo Reeve and sons Mrs. Leonard Schofield and daughters Mrs. Joe Beverland Mrs. Chas Madden Miss Nettie Madden and Mrs. Frank Hays.
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U. Cc. C. Club
Frankie Schofield
Leke Morris
Will Clem
Jennie Reeve
L. F. Hovins
Joe Reeve
Cleo Reeve
Leonard Schofield
Joe Beverland
Chas. Madden
Nettie Madden
Frank Hays
Debutante Hairpins Share Spotlight With Regal Comb
Jeweled hairpins appear frequently matching a beloved high Spanish comb. The sapphires and jade pieces are among the most popular styles.
Strength of the Primeval Man and Vital Stamina
An old advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic to build blood, stomach and liver health. It claims rich red blood grants strength and vitality, touts non alcoholic formula, and cites testimonials from Davenport Iowa resident S. P. Plumb praising improved health after use.
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Dr. Pierce
Invalids’ Hotel
Buffalo
N. Y
Davenport
Iowa
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Thej
Richmond
England
Celf
McKinley
Roosevelt
Mitchell
Tion
Polk
Gaynor
Cess
Muntewan
Lorimor
Elwood Edwards
William Cochran
Mr. Blair
Junior Jarvis
L. H. Buckingham
E. E. Kirkhart
Indianola
Avery Sanderson
Sanderson
Oliver Grandfield
Clyde Thompson
Near Lori
M. G. Bacon
Gaylor Bullock
Helen Ross
Betty
Tulsa
Okla
R. EB. Garrett
R. H. Bishop
BY Williams
Tommy
Jimmy Chrismas
BALL
HC Higam
Florida
F. M. Hoffmann
Port Huron
Mich
Stringtown
Union City
Bert Moody
U. C. C. Chub
Oren Ray
Lake Park
Bas. Butler
Geneva Morrig
Verna Morgan
Harry Wonsley
Chauncy White
Neva Morrig
Arlene Kitching
Greater Community Hospital
Marty Woosley
Chas, Clem
Geo. Stream
B. Morgan
NEA Service
Wisconsin
Wiensin
John Hug New
York
Pgtges
Coney
Chichester
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