Amish energy savers face modern fuel crunch in Iowa
In Oelwein Iowa Amish households shun electricity and modern tech. Residents like Dan Borntreger and Chris Robers rely on horse powered farming and wood heat. About 125 families in the Old Order group live with no phones or power lines as energy concerns ripple through America.
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Delights of Sunday Afternoon Recaptured in Reminiscence
A neighborly scene recalls a Sunday afternoon with a log fire and merriment. The speaker cherishes country butter from days of old and a chocolate chess pie as a symbol of simple, joyful moments.
Revival of local food markets urged by authorities
Authorities should promote the revival of local food raising and the return of farmers markets and fisherman's wharves. The aim is to burn less fuel and eat better, reflecting a call to support local producers and sustainable eating.
Mud Tavern Walk Yields Birds, Trees, and Old Names
A week of walking among Mud Tavern hills reveals juncos and a wintering cardinal near a cherry laurel, with towhee nearby. The oldest cedar may exceed 400 years, oak age pending, and storms have scarred limbs. Names on nearby stones tell settlers’ stories and migrations, echoing Mrs. Lilienthal’s obituary habit.
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David Liliethal
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Decatur Daily
Family Delivers 60 Plates Amid Shared Happiness
A fragment reflects on a family who brought joy by delivering about sixty plates, illustrating warmth and community spirit through a simple act of sharing food. The quote from Jerome Taylor frames the moment as a reflection on contentment and kinship.
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