Echo Wolves Threaten Farmers and County Flood Damages
Report from 1908 notes wolves causing livestock losses in several regions, with higher destruction near Traer. An organized hunt is proposed. Also, Lawrence Brause, 16, broke his left arm after a cherry-picking fall in Pleasant Valley. Supervisor Gunderson faced widespread bridge damage from recent floods, likely costing thousands to repair. A post card from J. H. Williams mentions West Virginia mountains.
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Traer
Lawrence
Gus Brause
Pleasant Valley Township
John Brackin
Gunderson
J. H. Williams
West Virginia
Rainstorm and flood damage hit local area
The community reports heavy rainfall of 7.31 inches last Thursday night, the heaviest in 25 years, flooding crops including Geo Meyer's 65 acres of corn. John Bauman bemoans frost-reduced peach yield. A flouring mill faces potential closure due to high water damage. Local residents plan trips to La Crosse for a German singers gathering while families travel and host visits.
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Pennsylvania
Geo. Meyer
John Bauman
Roland Marsh
Elgin
John Christ
P. Doyle
Adolph Lehman
la Crosse
Wis
Ida
Hulda Schori
New Marlinsville
W. V
Chris Schweitzer
New Occasions Teach New Duties
Mitchell county residents recall when the county paid a bounty on rabbits and now witness them protected by law. The editorial notes that conditions reverse in a lifetime and imagines possible future changes such as bonuses for production, bond issues to refill drained sloughs, or redistricting after consolidation.
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Mitchell County
Mitchell County Press
Mayor Enforces Firecracker Law in Monona Court
Donald Crane faced the Mayor's court for discharging a firecracker in Monona on July 4. He pleaded guilty and was fined $1.00, with the Monona Leader noting the action.
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Donald Crane
Boost the Old Home Town Right Up Front
A Parkerburg Eclipse editorial urges towns to unite to revive local pride and support for home businesses and community projects. It cautions that constant criticism breeds “ghost town” fate and calls schools and women's clubs to foster loyalty and active boosterism for better parks, homes, and commerce.
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Parkersburg
Many Picnic at Echo Valley Park Draws Large Crowd
Echo Valley Park near West Union drew about 900 visitors over the Fourth weekend, per park custodian E. R. Ballard. A record crowd of 500 used swimming, fishing and picnicking facilities while six stores catered meals and 18 tables served patrons. No beach or lifeguard services exist and the lake slopes steeply to depths of 15 feet, so non-swimmers are urged to stay out.
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Echo Valley Park
West Union
E. R.ballard
Ballard
Argo-Gazette
Old Turnspit Dogs Used to Turn Roasting Spits
Small dogs resembling dachshunds were called turnspits and used in old times to turn the spits upon which meat roasted. The dog traveled in a tiny treadmill geared to the spit.
Name Writ in Water Poem Inscription On Keats Grave
The poet John Keats reportedly requested an epitaph stating Here lies one whose name was writ in water. The note reflects the transient fame he perceived for his writings and his enduring influence.
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Keats
Bank Statement Total Liabilities in Fayette Co Iowa 1938
Bank statement for Fayette County Iowa shows total liabilities 431147.76 dollars. Samuel Mosby vice president and B J Baumgartner cashier certify the figures as full and correct to the best knowledge. Notary Edna Hunsberger attests the sworn statement dated July 6, 1938 with directors Max Thoma F E Kohler and Ernest Schori listed.
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State of
Iowa
Fayette County
Samuel Mosby
B. J. Baumgartner
Elgin State Bank
Elgin
Fayette
Tyne
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