Shrine of American Interest in London Parish Corner
Shrine at Southwark Cathedral across the Thames from London Bridge honors early American ties. John Harvard, founder of Harvard University, was reared in this parish and a chapel bears his memory. William Shakespeare worshipped there and his brother Edmond is buried in the cathedral.
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London
Southwark Cathedral
Thames
London Bridge
John Harvard
America
University
William Shakespeare
Harvard
Shakespeare
Edmond
Lent Meaning and Etymology Traced to Anglo Saxon Word
The term Lent derives from the Anglo Saxon word leynte meaning spring likely linked to lang as days lengthen during this season. The explanation highlights how the name reflects seasonal change and longer daylight hours.
Agricultural notes on feed, crops, and silo storage
A survey of farm topics covers soybean and egg trends, locker plant statistics, weed control methods, vocational program openings, and shortages of qualified teachers. It discusses iris planting, fall lawn seeding, corn feed value, alfalfa seeding windows, potato leafhopper control research, phosphate fertility, and the evolution of Iowa livestock auctions. It also explains silage management from filling to sealing and settling of silage.
Henry Copeland and Early Published Furniture Designs
Henry Copeland, an eighteenth century cabinet maker,Probably the first to publish furniture designs. His A New Book of Ornaments appeared in 1746. Between 1752 and 1769 he issued several design collections with Matthias Lock. Some drawings are in the Victoria and Albert Museum London.
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Henry Copeland
Matthias Lock
Victoria and Albert Museum
London
Record Attendance Marks Fourteenth Lehman Reunion
The article lists attendees from multiple towns for the fourteenth Lehman family reunion, naming numerous households and relatives from Rock Valley to Decorah, plus related social notes and local motions. It also includes local notices of births, visits, and community events, ending with a brief personality feature on head shape and social traits.
Residents move through illness and travel notices amid community life
Mrs Chas O Neill visits Aberdeen by urgent family illness. Eldon Johnson and family travel from Huron for a father’s death. Lena Retz and Lavern Retz host at George Vaughn home. W D Mattocks family in Elgin for brother-in-law’s death. Louis Sutter visits Marquette homes. Robert Wilson returns from California after months away. Hilder Gilbertson criticizes hybrid sweet corn for low ears and early stopping. stalks carry 3 to 7 ears.
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Mary Goetz
Severin Blockhus
Postville Hospital
Walter Miller
Buffalo Center
James Davis
Fayette
Allen
Joe Habeger
H. L. Sawwell
M. R. Yenney
Huron
S. C
John Johnson
John Grimm
Chicago
Hilary Waytash
Margaret
Harold Grimm
Harvey Kruse
Bob
Jon
C. J Olson
Cedar Rapids
A. G. Bauder
Mary Skarshaug
Erna Schultz
L. E. Benedict
Elgin
Lena Benson
Donald Gilson
Lake Wabedo
Longville
Minn
George Gilson
Roy Meyer
Dyersville
Lois Lehman
Greeley
Colorado
L. G. Lehman
Otis Torkelson
Dubuque
Hans Grether
Geneva
Des Moines
South Pasadena
California
M. Benson
la Salle
Green Lake
Wis
Ilinois Industrial Council
Benson
Illinois Valley Manufacturers Association
New Deal
Chas. O'Neill
Aberdeen
S. D
Eldon Johnson
Lena Retz
Lavern Retz
Arlington
George Vaughn
W. D. Mattocks
Wadena
Louis Sutter
Clarence Fuller
Claude Gress
Marquette
Robert Wilson
Hollywood
Calif
Ben Gruver
Pasadena
Hilder Gilbertson
Customs Service Origins and Reorganization Milestones
The Customs Service was established by the first Congress in the act of July 31, 1789. The act of August 24, 1912 authorized the President to reorganize the service, abolish ports and districts, and under this authority the present field organization was effected by the presidential proclamation of March 3, 1913.
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Customs Service
Walking Maypoles and Venetian Fashion Footwear
The term Walking Maypoles referred to Italian women of the seventeenth century, who wore tall chopines or stilts to signify rank and wealth. The extreme height favored the affluent, while those of modest means or poorer conditions could not afford footwear that hindered walking.
Cathedral Capacity and Size in Milan Church
The Milan cathedral covers 14 000 square yards and seats about 40 000 worshippers. It attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, reflecting its cultural and religious significance in Italy.
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Milan
Italy
Fragmented phrases hint at scattered news items
A collection of assorted lines mentions Japan contemplating an unbreakable China concept a small 5 pound Tripoli toy terrier giving birth to three puppies total 14 ounces Chandler Kentucky poisoning not by water and a Kentucky politician's questionable water intake dialog alluding to unclear events and locations
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Japan
China
Tripoli
Chandler
Kentucky
Broadcaster ad offers insulation and FHA tips
An ad claims Mule-Hide Rock Wool Insulation keeps you cooler in summer and warmer in winter. It invites inquiries for explanations any time. A humorous dialogue mentions royalty, wages, and leaving the works. It notes money paid for rent vanishes, while payments on a new house shift funds, and promotes FHA guidance.
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R. P. Strauch
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K. E. Mark
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Otice
Orvin Thompson
Postville
Yowa
Monona
Gunder
Otic
Klingman’s Fountain Service
R. A. Crider Veterinarian
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Figin State Bank
Henry H. Wolf, M. D
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Res
West Union
United States
Java
Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station
Towa
Towa State College
Rock Valley
Will Lehman
Albert
Alberta Johnson
Town Falls
Edwin P. Anderson
Frederick
Sumner
J. J. Braun
Strawberry Point
H. L. Wolfe
R. R. Elion
Lawler
Rose Heimerdinger
Theo. G. Vaala
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John Gordon
Manchester
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Edward Schmid
E. C. Olsen
Norton
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Rodney
Ridgeway
Orvin
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Arthur Vatthauer
Helen
Donald
Paul Vatthauer
Ethel
Delaine
John Reinhart
Emma
Alta Vista
George Hockspier
Lloyd
L. L. Reinhart
Cresco
Sam Reinhart
Erwin Walter
Nettie Reinhart
Loel Rein
Loel, Jr
Charles
Virgil Rein
Dina Grinde
Merle Reinhart
Bert Rein
August Ohmacht
Vinita
Lois
E. Hunsberger
Max Hunsberger
Edna
Maxine
Elmer
Max Lehman
Jana Leo
Louisa Lehman
Tofield Lehman
Adeline
Dan
Fred Burrow
Sam Lehman
Florence Casper
Bertha Jane
Loren
B. J. Baumgartner
Louise
Celia
Elia Lehman
Lulu Schmid
Louis Lehman
Stanley
Rex Medberry
Earl
Gene
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Ethel Mabel
Anna
Louise Schori
Geo. N. Schori
A. P. Lehman
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Wilma
Pearson's
London Weekly
Tolgar
THE
Elgin Echo
Popular Magazine
Sthor Weightare
Thie Gay Por
Carter
Elgin, Iowa
Pat
Mrs. Hen
Mr. Gander
Mr. Rooster
Wis Weer
Susan
Schori & Kuster Lumber
Coupant
Harvester Company
F. O. B. Chicago
McCormick-Deering
Farmall
McCormick- Deering
Algo
Torkelson Bros
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