Complex family wedding remembered in old county notes
An aged obituary fragment recalls a Be Schneider wedding at the bride’s home south of town with many relatives. It mentions Jacob Reinhart, born 1846 in Port Switzertona, later settling in Kansas and Clayton County, with several children and a later marriage to Mrs Emma Meyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Be Schneider
Jagd
Jasob’ Reinhart
Bort
Switzertona
Ft. Scott
Kennas
Clayton County
William
Ernest
Walter Ta
Jacob Gehringtole
Eonigtenyses
Debate on Producers Contract in Fayette County
The debate topics include cooperative marketing and the Producers Contract. Fayette County aims to debate the affirmative and negative sides as in other counties. The results show Fayette has won several matches, with multiple counties previously debating the question. Friday evening’s debate will be broadcast by radio for listeners to tune in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ata
Polk
Fayette
Baptists Prepare Baptism and Youth Program
The note outlines a Baptist church schedule for April including a baptism planned for Sunday evening April 2. It lists services at 10 am and 2 pm, a Sunday school, a 7:30 pm youth meeting, and a Thursday prayer meeting at 8 pm with rehearsal. A program for the 8 pm service features instrumental and vocal duets, a debate on Paul being the title, readings, and youth participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Byptay
Young Peoples
Baptist Young Peoples
Frieda Freiburghana
Margeret
Grether
Paul
Hdna Miller
Lana Wenger
Kelner
FL C
Mushtethaler
F. C. Miller
Erwin _Krettger
Amelia Hackmann
Marie Muehtethaler
Anne Ackerto
Haqdp Formed at Dearosa Depok Meeting
A local gathering in Dearosa Depok produced a new Haqdp faction namedHa Dp group in attendance of several community members. Organizers stated aims focus on local issue advocacy and civic participation.
Crusoe Adverts For a Ship With Island Sign
Crusoe, marooned with Friday, crafts improvised island ads by hanging shirts on a pole. The quirky flyer draws little attention at first, prompting copy tweaks. Persistence pays as Crusoe finally secures a ship, illustrating sustained advertising despite slow early results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson Crusoe
Friday
Crusoe
Crusde
April Dates Highlight Key Historic Events
A historical list outlines major dates tied to U S and world events. Entries include 1861 Fort Sumter fired on 1865 Lincoln assassination 1884 Battle of Appomattox 1917 war with Germany begins and first shot fired 1704 first newspaper printed 1898 Spanish American War declared 1865 Grant born 1803 Louisiana Purchase.
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Germany
Appomattox
Lee
Grant
Fort Sumter
Lincoln
Shakespeare Born
Spain
Grant Bort
Louisiana
School bonds and school house needs debate
The Independent reports on proposed building and heating bonds for the school district. Propositions cover repairs, toilets, additional rooms, and maintaining tuition pupils, with tax impact outlined and local officials urging the most value for the cost.
Poachers Benefit From River Hole Dug by Railroad
Report notes a railroad sump hole at Cherokee river used to operate a suction pump. Fish filled the hole attracting poachers who exploited the access. Fish wardens responded by ordering a screen over the intake pipe to prevent further theft and protect aquatic life.
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Tuinolg Central Railroad
Cherokee
Flah
Heights Above Sea Level in Iowa Map Peaks and Valleys
A study lists Iowa elevations, naming highest and lowest points across counties. Notable highs include Melvin in Osceola County at 1681 feet and Ocheyedan at 1651 feet. lowest is Keokuk at 484 feet. Several towns such as Northwood, Spirit Lake, and Sioux City are cited with their elevations, reflecting a statewide comparison of altitudes.
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Jim
Melvin
Osovata
Iowa
Ocheydan
Tins
Northwood
Worth County
Minnesota
Mount Ayr
Ringgold
Missouri
Lanning
Arsipe
Union County
Towa
Dubuque
St. Joe
Kebkuk
Cheflick
Lusac
Eskader
Clayton
March Weather Report Highlights Unusual Winter Month
Government weather summary for March notes it was the worst winter month of the season with six snowfall days totaling 24.5 inches, 12.25 inches above the prior three months. The warmest day reached 62 degrees on the 2nd, the coldest night 4 below on the 6th, and total snow since December 1 stood at 36.2 inches.
Auto plate reform urged for clear year reads
The complaint favors easing number plates to resemble 1922 style next year. Prefixed ciphers on plates confuse and aid concealment of ownership. The Marshalltown Times Republican says readably assigned A R numbers should persist year to year and be produced by prison labor if possible. Dec 1 deadlines for ownership access are discussed.
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Itla
Des Moines
Marshalltown Times- Republican
Iearg
Unusual Heart Operation Saves Port Dodge City Official
Port Dodge city commissioner Fisher survived a dangerous heart operation after pneumonia and pericarditis developed. Taken in February with tonsillitis and pus in his system, two doctors drained the heart and saved his life. Fresh fish supply noted from Falb's Market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foel BE
Fisher
Port Dodge
Seventh and Eighth Grade Spelling Night Planned
Clara Mitler was absent Monday as the week of rest begins. The seventh and eighth grades will hold a spelling match Friday evening April 20 at 7 o clock with a 10 cent admission to fund necessary grammar room equipment. Six weeks examinations start next week. Alma and Mary Dean return to school. Ruth Rothisberger visited the high school Monday. Sixteen Manual Training boys competed for a prize from Miss Larrabee of Clermont. Leo Rothisberger won. Dr Roardman spoke on Community Problems and Cooperation. Mr Thorne outlined school needs. The Boys and Girls Glee Clubs performed. High School students have a chance to win a major education prize from the Highway Education Board for an essay on The Influence of Highway Transport Upon the Religious Life of My Community. Essays must be 700 words and due May 1 to a high school teacher. The scholarship donor is Harvey Moriston of Akron. The 1922 winner was Earl G. Pearson of Washington DC. The top three essays from each high school go to state headquarters for selection. Anyone interested should contact a high school teacher.
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Clara Mitler
Renewed West
Alma
Mary Dean
Ruth Rothiisberger
Miss Larrabee
Clermont
Henderson
Leo Rothisberger
Roardman
Thorne
United States
Highway Education Board
Uucive Rectan
Ayanl
Rinee Lg
Gitar
Mey
Harvey
Mirestone
Akron
Ohio
Earl G. Pearson
Washington
District of Columbia
Commonwealth
Cheroh Church Invites All to Brighten Life in Faith
A church appeals to community members to seek strength through faith. It highlights music by a young men quartet and upcoming solo performances by Geraldine Schork and Marie Mosby. Morning worship at 7 00, Sunday school at 1 00, Epworth League at 6 46, evening service at 7 30, and prayer Thursday at 7 30. Midweek Brurdly close at 4 00 on Wednesday.
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Jesus
Geraldine Schork
Marie Mosby
Epworth League
Take Notice on Settlement of Accounts
A large number of those indebted have responded to our request for settlement. A few have not yet settled their accounts. All accounts must be settled promptly. If you owe us contact Gumi Gehupbach to arrange payment.
Hatchery care tips for chicks and cleanliness
A fragment discusses hatchery practices for young chicks emphasizing cleanliness, a reliable brooder, and proper handling after hatching to prevent bowell trouble. It notes the benefit of caring for chicks immediately and mentions hardware from Faller's.
Cash-Only Business Notice Amidst Vague Message
A fragmented notice from an entity named H. & Steele appears to announce a shift to cash transactions with unclear instructions. The readable portion warns that no cash payments are planned elsewhere, but the text is garbled and lacks verifiable details or dates.
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Ames
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Echon
Kalti
Max Thoma
al Schor
Fred Moehbiethaler
Geo. N. Behori
Mel Kohler
Murrey 'Kiplea
Phibins
George Kiplea
Bey
Albert Gehring
John Shaffer
Tad
T. J. Capper
Fred Reichert
Voles
Efford Hunsberger
Ts Patterson
Hang Grether
O. J. Harrington & Wite
LA. ML. Welbel Vee
Mex Thoma Vee
F. C. Muehlerhater
Falb's
B. Cheroh
Notes
H. &. Steele
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