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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1915
Page
5
This weekly practical talk aims to aid housekeepers in selecting and using baking powder safely and economically. It emphasizes the baking powder’s central role in healthful cooking and the importance of choosing a quality brand, notably Royal Baking Powder of New York.
In the White Forest a storm hides a stash of Frisky the Red Squirrel’s winter nuts. Billy returns the stolen goods after a mistaken raid, and he and Tinker Teedle Tee plan a Christmas tree for birds. Busybody the Bluejay spreads the good news and birds feast.
One night last week Mr. Jacobson on a Fort Dodge area farm woke to smoke. He found the upper part of his house on fire and saved his wife and children, but could not save the house. The family walked a mile barefoot to a neighbor for shelter.
The Woldum Co opened a West Union branch with Halvor Woldum from Decorah organizing it and Hans Hanson as manager. Hanson received a full carload of 4000 egg cases yesterday and made the first shipment, with a larger shipment planned for today.
Brackin Brothers marketed sixty steers to Schori Bros in the first week, receiving a check totaling more than five thousand dollars. The piece quips on the rewards of farming and the Brackins’ apparent success.
Four baby boys were born in Waukon and nearby communities in a 24 hour period marking a high birth rate for Allamakee county last week. The piece comments on women and independence with a wry tone.
A color panel 11x22 inch print titled The Secret of Beauty by artist C Allen Gilbert offered to Gourand's Oriental Dream users. Handcrafted interpretation on coated paper shows a girl figure. Free by request, stamps cover wrapping and postage. Hopkins & Son publish at 37 Great Jones Street New York.
The assessor asked parties west of the river to report. springlike weather returns as snow lingers. Farmers shop, clean grain, harness equipment, and haul goods while roads improve. Local residents visit, travel to auctions, and attend a Kirschman school house social with notable baskets and proceeds for the school.
In Ravena on March 15 1915 Walter Meyer is very sick. Frank Schroeder and Joe Broghammer called at Decorah on Friday. Residents visit and trades noted from Ossian Calmar Decorah and nearby towns including Lansing families, farming work, sewing, wood cutting and gatherings with Dr. John Mott speaker visit.
A roundup of community activity lists visits, family news, calls, and small events. Residents greet relatives in Decorah and nearby towns, note farm work and hog sales, and report on local social gatherings and a school election in Freeport.
Superintendent Chehock of Clear Lake announces free seed corn testing for farmers. The agriculture class provides tools and facilities to ensure thorough testing, and several farmers are expected to take advantage of the service.
Household guidance urges wives to protect children from colds and diphtheria and touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective and safe for young ones. It notes availability at Engbertson's Pharmacy and compares with Dean's Regulats as a laxative option for liver and digestion.
In Kendallville on March 15 1915 Rob Moore has recovered from a week of illness. The report lists visits among local families including the Todds, Damons, Eddys, and Pierces. Community events feature a dancing party and Bible study with a forthcoming literary society debate on misers versus spendthrifts.
Bud Fisher brings Mutt and Jeff to Decorah on Wednesday night March for a visit to Mexico described as psychological humor. The American cartoonist plans a new play and production each year with scenic display and pretty girls as the duo explores nations before touring Europe.
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