Farm Bureau and Home Study Project meet in Oelwein
Representatives from Farm Bureau and Home Study Project in eleven northeast Iowa counties gathered in Oelwein on March 31 to boost farm organization and explain cooperative action. State secretary Hamilton and state executive board members Cline and Cunningham led the discussion with Pleasant Valley and Clermont township delegates. The year’s final lesson will be held at Mrs Edward Krueger’s home in Elgin.
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Farm Bureau
Home Study Project
Iowa
Oelwein
Hamilton
Cline
Cunningham
State Executive Board
Edward Krueger
Edwin Krueger
H. Kittleson
Kenneth Kerr
Pleasant Valley
Clermont
Elgin
Lolita Blake Pledged to Pi Kappa Delta at Upper Iowa
Upper Iowa University announces pledges Lolita Blake from Clermont and Frank Elwood from Elra to the national fraternity Pi Kappa Delta. Prof. D C Eyssen also named. Initiation set for May with a banquet planned at Lorraine's Tea Room in Oelwein. Blake recently joined the A C social sorority.
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Pi Kappa Delta
Upper Iowa University
Lolita Blake
Clermont
Frank Elwood
Elra
D. C. Eyssen
Intercoll
Lorraine
Oelwein
Blake
Apricot's Journey from Asia to England in 1540
The apricot, native to regions east of China and Japan and brought from Asia Minor, was first introduced into England by Richard Harris, a courtier to King Henry VII, in 1540.
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China
Japan
Asia Minor
England
Richard Harris
Henry VII
Pig Iron Molds in Sand Used for Casting Metal
Pig iron is placed in sand molds or channels to receive molten metal from a smelting furnace. The description notes the process of forming casts by pouring molten metal into these sand channels.
Work of Meteor Society in Collecting Meteor Sightings
The American Meteor Society collects reports of large meteor appearances on the sky. The society compiles observations to map meteor activity and document notable fireballs across regions.
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Meteor Society
The
American Meteor Society
Community guests and gatherings in Clermont area
The column lists numerous visits and social events across Clermont Minnesota and nearby homes. Alfred and Mrs Buraas, the Olson families, Lyngaas, Halverson, Erickson, and other residents hosted or visiting relatives, friends, and students from Arden, Decorah, Waterloo, Anamosa, and Cedar Rapids during weekends and Easter week.
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Stanley Cooley
Ewald Lyngans
Selmer Erickson
Decorah
Jens Johnson
Carl Mosby
Willard Martin
Almer
Albert Erickson
Erskine
Minn
Carolyn Erickson
Clarence Olson
Thorson
Arthur
Olson
Stanley
Waterloo
Lillian Halverson
Oscar Lion
Massacre at Little Bighorn Ends Custer Campaign
General Custer and a small contingent of the Seventh Cavalry were attacked and massacred by Sitting Bull's Sioux tribe on June 25, 1876, along the banks of the Little Big Horn in Montana, highlighting a pivotal clash in the Great Plains conflict.
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Custer
Seventh Cavalry
Sitting Bull
Little Big Horn River
Montana
London Puddings From Old Cheshire Cheese Shine In Hours
London’s famous puddings from the Old Cheshire Cheese draw visitors with recipes, cooking times of 16 to 20 hours, and large servings for many guests, showcasing a storied tradition in the city’s dining scene.
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London
Oceanids in Greek Mythology Nymphs of Oceanus and Tethys
In Greek myth the Octanida were a class of nymphs, daughters of Oceanus and Tethys. They were three thousand in number and were said to have an equal number of brothers.
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Octanida
Oceanus
Tethys
Red Fox Feasts on Mice in Winter Fields
A report notes red foxes rely on mice for sustenance, driving their winter roaming across windswept grassy ridges where prey abounds.
Railways Follow Old Trails Across the Far West
Railways mirror the old trans continental trails as lines run through the Far West tracing nearly the same routes. The report notes alignment with historic paths and highlights continuity between pioneer routes and modern rail corridors.
Commercial Club to Meet for Supper and Program
The Commercial Club invites men to a supper and meeting at the Clermont opera house on Monday evening April 20 at 6 30. Members will entertain the final group of farmers in their ongoing program with a good supper and an arranged program. Invitations to remaining farmers have been mailed. return the attached card promptly. A good program is being prepared. Prior weekend travel and Easter visits are noted for several local residents along with hospital entry for Marie Hoffman.
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Commercial Club
Clermont Opera House
Union Church Guild Meeting At Mrs Corse Home
Clermont Union Church Guild met at Mrs. Lloyd Corse's home on Wednesday afternoon April 8. President Mrs. Humphry presided as members sang In the Garden and heard a paper on The Last of the Judges prepared by R. V. Brandt. Refreshments followed.
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Clermont Union Church Guild
Lloyd Corsepizs
Ap Dent
Humphry
Fred Cline
Lovie Olson
R. V. Brandt
St Theresa Study Club meets at Mrs Sullivan home
The St Theresa Study Club gathered at Mrs J P Sullivan's home on Monday evening April 13. Mrs Elmer Trady presented a paper on The Mite of the Sacrifice from the Introductory Prayers to the Orate Fratres. Mrs J F Sullivan read about Father Danica. Community notices include chicken owners urged to pen up and clean rubbish.
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St. Theresa
J. P. Sullivan
Elmer Trady
J. F. Sullivan
Danica
East Clermont Luther League Program Details
East Clermont Luther League schedules a Sunday night program on April 10 at 8.0pm featuring a Soviets Scripture Reading prayer and songs. Rev Gunsten introduces the event with readings by Norman Amundsen piano solo Signy Munson vocal solo Hulda Berg and Louie Erickson remarks. Collection taken.
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East Clermont
Bor
Norman Amundsen
Signy Munson
Arthur Helgerson
Hulda Berg
Louie Erickson
Vo Rev
Guneten
Ual
Elbsitig
Clermont Calendar and Weekend Visits Observe Easter
April events include W. C. O. F. business meeting on the 16th, Commercial club on the 20th, and a school board meeting on the 21st. Weekend visits feature Gerhard Gunsten of St. Ansgar, Viola Koland of Cedar Rapids, and various family gatherings with the Gress, Gunderson, Klos ter, Belsch ner, and Shay households. A wagon accident injured Tvan Anderson, requiring five stitches. multiple family visits over Easter are noted.
Development of the Autogyro by Juan de la Cierva
The autogyro was developed in Spain by Juan de la Cierva between two towns along the coast, Tui and another location, marking a key step in rotorcraft history.
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Juan de la Cierva
Spain
India Famous for Steel in Alexander the Great Era
India was famed for its steel in the era of Alexander the Great. The note highlights ancient Indian skilled metallurgy and the long history of steel production in the region.
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India
Alexander the Great
Permit Light in One Direction Tourmaline Crysis
A new concept permits light to pass in a single direction under the Tourmaline crysis. Researchers claim controlled unidirectional transmission may advance photonic devices and communication systems. Further testing to confirm efficiency and practical applications is planned.
Lutheran Church Services and Meetings
Clermont West Church offers English services at 9 45 a m with Sunday school at 9 o'clock A joint sewing and society meeting is set for Thursday April 23 hosted by Mrs Ben Erickson Mrs Clidard Rittheson Mrs Laura Holt Lyngaas and Mrs Emanuel Larson East Church holds English services at 11 00 a m and a Lutheran meeting follows. Wadena Church schedules Lutheran services Sunday at 2 30 p m with a devotional message inviting all to come.
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West Church
East Church
Hostesaus Ary
Ben Erickson
Clidard Rittheson
Laura Holt Lyngaas
Emanuel Larson
Wadena Church
Clermont church service and weekly social notes
iClermont Union Church in the Presbyterian tradition held an evening service at 7 20 p m. Local residents and visitors including Mr and Mrs Vernon Meyer Elizabeth Sullivan Gladys Peterson and Clara Prestegard were callers and guests in Waterloo LeRoy and Oelwein. University of Iowa student Lavanda Cary and others from Uppt Town and Columbia College spent Easter at home. Clermont high pupils enjoyed a West Union theatre outing to see Professional Soldier starring Mc Laglen Freddie Barthluce and Gloria Stuart.
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Ernest Holt
Paul Cooley
Waterloo
Joan Cooley
Immanuel Larson
Gust Olson
Clifford Kittleson
Ames Olson
Dar Jene
Marilyn
Millard Olson
Oline Erickson
Sophia Groth
George Larson
Clermont
Laura Lyngans
Carolyn Erickson
Gilbert Burnay
Gloria
Lloyd Aanes
Almer
Albert Erickson
Erskine, Minn
Myrtle Erickson
Cedar Rapids
Carl Smith
David
Anamosa
Mellien Lotsgard
Gunder
Simon Nelson
Irvin Olson
Arnold
Ernest Sampson
Eunice Landsgard
Arthur S. Olson
Almer Erickson
Eward Lyngaas
Ruby Olson
Postville
Olson
Florence Erickson
Willard Martin
Wilma
Andrew Reinhart
Lavanda Cary
University of Iowa
James Brorby
Lucille Lubho
Maryon Halverson
Uppt Town
George Louis Rounds
Columbia College
Dubuyte
Clermont High School
West Union Theatre
Oy McLaglen
Freddie Barthluce
Gloria Stuart
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Norseman
Love Brothers
Burgess - Dugstad Lumber Company Paints, Building Materials
Coal
Grand, Meadow News
Alfred Buraas
Herman Buraas
Richard Olson
Ramona
Minnie
Myra
Vera Mae
Bertha Olson
Arthur Olson
Johnnie Holm
Lucas Holm
Thelma Lyngaas
Ewald Lyngaas
Esten Landsgard
Edgar Kimball
Glen Nygaard
Bert Lurgaas
Archie
Doris Johnson
Clarisa Lien
Irene Halverson
Eston Landsgard
Benton Grover
Des Moines
Mrs. Jay White
Chicago
Lois
Riceville
Steinmetz
Louis Schutte
Paul
Phyllis Dibble
Delhi
Mrs
E. H W. Dibble
Jesse Phillips
West Union
Louie Olson
H. F. Shipton
Clifton Pringle
Rockford
Bert Grover
Len Simek
Joe Eimek
Lavonne
Strawberry Point
Len
Lloyd Corsepius
Winton
Delbert Cox
Eckert
Lucy Prentiss
Elkader
Eunice Brandt
Falo
Norene Boley
Cresco
Dana Schoonmaker
Mrs. Schoonmaker
Inez Meyer
Fred Clarke
Independence
Louise Miller
Chrystal
Harold Opland
Christine Rypestol
Corrine
Julia Wettleson
Near Gunder
Arthur Solberg
Hawkeye
Martin Nelson
Russell Graver
Marguerite Rogers
Laverine Simek
Charles City
Marie Hoffman
Union Church Guild
ST. Theresa Study Club
Frank Pringle
J. A. Erickson H
Ted Peterson
Kansas
Melvin Nesvick
Adolph Nesvick
Ossian
Eileen Aanes
Kathryn Wagaman
Linnville
Buddy Fay
Frank Fay
L. H. Carlin
Mae
Dan Burke
Anna Douglas
Mason City
Ben Douglas
Hazel Tairo
Viola Tairo
Mrs. Talley
Billy Martin
Herbert Martin
Brainard, Mian
Donald Dugstad
Ed Dugstad
Quebec
East L. L. Program
W. C. O. F. Businas
Gerhard Gunsten
St. Ansgar
Viola Koland
G. Koland
Phyllis Gress
Mrs. Parker Gress
Cedar's Falls
Claude Gress
Emma Gunderson
Dan Kloster
Elwina Belschner
Oran
George Belschner
Biarra Aanes
Minneapolis, Minn
F. L. Shay
Lyle
Kenneth Gress
Tvan Anderson
Alton Sanders
Henry Frieden
S. C
Dr. Miles
Quincy
Ill
Clermont Luth. Church
iClermont Union Church
Presbyterian Church
J. J. Snyder
Win, Nelson
Vernon Meyer
Elizabeth Sullivan
Gladys Peterson
LeRoy, Minn
Clara Prestegard
Margaret Crowe
Elizabeth Kelly
Montevedio,Minn
Fred Bigler
Harold Sticken
Business
iMe
Ole Aanes
Ladies’ Bridge Club
J. C. Jerdhe
E. L. Crowe
Princes Theatre
House of Better Pictures
Shirley Temple
Captain January
Wife Vs
Ronald Coleman
Joan Bennett
Monte Carlo
George O'Brien
Irene Ware
O'Malley
Moutitie
Desperado
Dietrich — Cooper
Franchot Tone
Madge Evang In
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