Vacancies filled on local high school staff
The resignation of Eleanor Schump leaves two vacancies to be filled this fall. Katherine Evingson of Minneapolis will teach home economics and general science after graduating from Concordia College Moorhead and recent work in New York Mills. Ida Mase Carlson of Oelwein will replace Ruth Berg with English, American government and economics, holding a B A from Coe College Cedar Rapids class of 1939. Local staff and community members attend events and meetings across the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Schump
Katherine Evingson
Minneapolis
Minn
Concordia College of
Carlson
Coe College
Cédar Rapids
Decorah St Ansgar Bible Camp Board to Meet Here
Decorah St Ansgar Bible Camp holds its annual meeting July 30 at the Clermont parsonage. Rev E E Ramsey was elected to the board and will participate in a private afternoon session. An evening program will showcase camp activities with moving pictures. Speakers arrive from Clear Lake Lake Mills and other northeast Iowa communities. Rev M B Quill of Ridgeway is the new board president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah - St. Ansgar
E. E. Ramsey
Clermont Parsonage
Clear Lake
Lake Mills
Iowa
Rev
M. B. Quill
Ridgeway
Whisker Club Forms With Beards for Dairy Day Prize
A new group named the Whisker Club boasts nearly thirty members who keep their facial hair to remain in the club. Those shaving before Dairy Day August 12 and 18 must pay a $2.06 fine to fund the two day event, while a prize of $2.50 goes to the best beard. Also includes society notices about Theresa Sheehy, Olson family gatherings, and a composition by Grace Bush to be sung at the World’s Fair Theatre of Recreation in San Francisco on August 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. E. Jorgenson
Clermont
Grace Bush
Hollywood
Theatre of Recreation
San Francisco
See in the dark with ears says physiologist
A physiologist claims the smart can perceive in darkness by ears and that blind people leverage ear sensitivity more than sighted individuals, suggesting heightened auditory perception as a latent human ability.
Most Popular Fish Named by National Wildlife Federation
The National Wildlife Federation survey across all states finds the black bass and the crappie as America's most popular fish. The results reflect broad regional appeal and indicate these species top preferences among anglers and households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
National Wildlife Federation
Insanity Found to Rise From Fatigue
A report states fatigue as a cause of insanity affecting both mind and nerve cells. The finding links prolonged tiredness to mental disturbance, suggesting rest and education as preventive measures for affected individuals and communities.
Coffee Houses Suppressed by Charles II
Coffee houses were suppressed by Charles II who denounced them as centers of sedition in his reign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles the Second
Fattening the Sheep For the Kill
Anamosa Journal discusses propaganda and public sentiment toward Germany England and Italy noting past wars and current efforts to shape opinions. It contrasts anti German bias with neutral coverage of France and England while reflecting on national mobilization during conflicts. Historical butter consumption data follow with per capita figures and oleomargarine tax context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Hitler
France
Anamosa Journal
Chautauqua Salute Describes Handkerchief Greeting Gesture
The Chautauqua salute was once common as greeting for speakers. Audiences stood and waved handkerchiefs held high as a sign of welcome.
Hillside towns of northern Italy defend medieval fortresses
Many northern Italian towns sit atop hills with strong walls and fortifications. These elevated strongholds posed tough challenges for roaming bands of braves in the Middle Ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Speed in Building Nests
The English sparrow can complete a nest in a few hours while the South American oven bird takes about three months to finish the same task.
Bath Tub Lead Lined First American Tub Built in 1833
The first American bathtub was built in 1833 of mahogany lined with sheet lead. It measured seven feet long by four feet wide and weighed 2,000 pounds.
Panhandle Origin in Missouri Backstory
The southeast Missouri panhandle between the Mississippi and St. Francis rivers is said to trace to a prominent landowner south of the 3680 parallel who pushed to include his plantation in the new state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Allowing Weeds in King’s Time Sparks Notion of Enemy
A fragment notes that as early as Alexander II of Scotland, letting weeds seed on a farm marked a man as the king’s enemy, reflecting harsh attitudes toward land upkeep and loyalty. The piece frames weed control as a political act tied to obedience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Second of
Scotland
Beeswax Use in Candlemaking and Cosmetics
Beeswax is used extensively in candlemaking and in the manufacture of cosmetics.
Human Eye Reads Print Thanks to Macula Spot
A compact note explains that only the human eye can read print due to a small yellow spot on the retina called the macula. The macula enables sharp central vision essential for reading and detail recognition.
Old-Time Chairmaker and the Symmetry Gap
In comparing two master cabinetmakers, Hepplewhite is viewed as lacking the genius for symmetry that Chippendale possessed, shaping early design critiques of his work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hepplewhite
Chippendale
Arabs Kidnap Father and Son in Palestine Rescue Efforts
The Rev. Jacob H. Goldner and his son Gerould R. Goldner were abducted by Arab rebels in Palestine. The father was freed near Jerusalem and sought to arrange a 5000 dollar silver ransom for his son, George Wadsworth. British authorities, police and army officers debated payment as desert troops and air detachments searched the hills for the missing son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Jacob H. Goldner
Gerould R. Goldner
Palestine
Jerusalem
George Wadsworth
U. S
Bible Camp Board to Meet at Clear Lake
Bible Camp Board members elected at Clear Lake will convene Sunday afternoon and evening, July 30, at the Lutheran parsonage. Rev. E. E. Ramsey says several members will speak and that original camp pictures from this year will be shown in the evening. Invitations have been sent to neighboring Luther Leagues, hoping for a good turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible Camp Board
Clear Lake
Lutheran Parsonage
E. E. Ramsey
Luther Leagues
Clermont Calendar Shows Local Meetings and Visits
Calendar items list July 31 meeting for Firemen and August 2 acts by Priscilla Working Band Royal Neighbors of America with St Peter's Rosary Society and Altar Guild. Social visits include Mildred and Evelyn Thoreson with Mrs Loftsgard and Donna Ruth Miller visiting Armella and Ruth Loftsgard. Nearby visitors include Bertha Frisbie Elsie Jerdee and others. Tires ad promotes inspection and replacements at Cline's Service Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing
Priscilla
Royal Neighbors of America
St. Peter's Rosary Society
Altar Guild
Funeral attendance and social visits noted in region
Rev F Leo OConnell attended the funeral of Monsignor Donohue. Social calls were reported across Hawkeye West Union Clayton Center Ossian and Postville. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Carl Carpenter, Miss Nell Carpenter, Mrs Mary Owens, Mrs R C Swain, Mrs E B Van Sickle, Mr and Mrs George Smith, Mr and Mrs Arthur Mechelson, the Eyed Kipp party, and many area families visiting relatives and nursing students in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Carpenter
Hawkeye
Nell Carpenter
West Union
Dan Carpenter
Mary Owens
Akron, O
R. C. Swain
E. EB. van Sickle
Carl Carmichael
Why Good Editors Are Scarce
A Garner Leader quip notes editors are judged by flawless performance yet no one has ever been a truly good editor. The piece mocks idealized editor perfection and highlights the impossibility of flawless judgment across politics and readers.
Weekend Visits Across Des Moines Area Families
Mr and Mrs Frank Rodr of El Kader visited Sunday with Mr and Mrs Wayne Abel and family. Mr and Mrs Arthur Loftsgard and family were dinner guests Sunday at the Leon Johnson home in West Union. Geraldine Hoag, cousin guest of Doris Landsgaard since Friday, returned to St Olaf Wednesday. Mrs Louise Miller entertained Mr and Mrs Orval Sullivan of Elkader and Mr and Mrs Len Simek at dinner Sunday. Mr and Mrs J F Miller and Clara left Friday for Monroe Wis to visit relatives for several days. Mrs Marguerite Rogers, Mrs Fred Cline and son Laird, and Mrs J M Brorby and Dorothy spent Sunday at Decorah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. C. Carmichael
West Union
Mesdames
Harry Keig
Geo. Olson
A. C. Palmer
Frank Wiley
Clarence McCleery
Harry Turner
Perry Wagner
Fred Wilbur
H. S. Anderson
Mona Tiffany
Florence Knutson
Wayne Abel
Clermont
Frank Rodr
el- Kader
Arthur Loftsgard
Leon Johnson
Geraldine Hoag
Doris Landsgard
St. _ Olaf
Louise Miller
Orval Sullivan
Elkader
Len Simek
J. F. Miller
Clara
Monroe
Wis
Marguerite Rogers
Fred Cline
Son Laird
J. M. Brorby
Dorothy
Decorah
Gordon Junker
Glidden
Rev
Rudy
Junker
Danzig Senate Addressed in National Socialist Assembly
One of the earliest photos shows Arthur Greiser, President of the Senate, speaking in the ornate Danzig Senate Chamber. The body is described as 100 percent National Socialist in attendance, with the chamber lined by rare paintings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danzig
Arthur Greiser
Senate
Singing Church July 30 Services and Camp Meeting
The Lutheran church announces Divine worship at West Clermont 9 30 a m and East Clermont 11 a m on Sunday July 30 the 8th Sunday after Trinity Epistle Romans 4 9 25 Gospel Matthew 712 14 A camp board meeting is set for Sunday afternoon and evening with a joint Leagues meeting at Westchurch to consult with the Bible Camp committee of the Decorah and St Ansgar circuits Moving pictures will be shown East Mission Society meets Thursday Aug 3 with listed hostesses and attendees Several local families and staff visits are noted including travel and visits by Harris Olson Ralph Schrader Oscar Allen and Gordon Junker family updates and a 37th wedding anniversary celebration for Mr and Mrs Willis Gress all in association with the church community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Clermont
East Clermont
Parsonage
Westchurch
Decorah
St. Ansgar
East Mission Society
Julia Landsgard
Bert Lyngaas
Olivia Olson
Arthur Olson
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Richard Crowe
Garnaville
Ira Jones
Henry Lowden
Oelwein
Jozephine Wells
Jean Moon
Postville
Accomeer
Lucille Lubke
Lorettaerty
Cedar Falls
Loretta Rafferty
Spencer
Iowa State Teachers’ College
Opportunity Room
J. A. Erickson
C. N. Olson
H. B. Greenley
W. R. Blake
Frank Pringle
Cedar Rapids
Hill Park
Johnny Paychek
Maines
Lanier
Paychek
Belanger
Roy Swenson
Farm Bureau
Fayette
Clermont-West Field Booth
Tek
Burgess - Dugstad Lumber Company
Clermont, Iowa
Theresa Sheehy
Chicago
Mrs
Cornelius Olson
Henry Olson
Near
Gunder
Wallace Peters
Ernst
Arlington
W. A
Clifton Pringle
Lew Gruver
Elgin
Bert Gruver
Rockord
Earl Simpson
Charles and Junior
Mt. Vernon
Clara Helgerson
Dan Burke
Rita
Danny Rounds
Donald Burke
Minihan
Volga City
Dorothy Joanne
Donna’ ‘Mae Whitley
Littleport
Warren Hughes
State Department of Agriculture
Department
Mildred and
Evelyn Thoreson
Donna Ruth Miller
Armella
Ruth Loftsgard
Bertha Frisbie
Elsie Marie Jerdee
N. H. Nelson
A. J. Penn
Carol
Independence
Fred Talley
Douglas
Waterloo
Mary Tatro
Cline's
Thomas Olson
Clarry Helgerson
Clara Peterson
Rochester
Helgerson
F. Leo O'Connell
Monsignor
Donohue
George Smith
Arthur Mechelson
Clayton Center
Kipp
Vena
LaVonne
Sethweinefus
Ossian
Sylvan Lent
Verla Schweinefus
William Schweinefus
Isabelle Wenger
Cook Co
Alfred Wenger
Mary Taira
Clarence Tatra
Elaine
Vern Pratt
Virgil
Elmer Leo Nelson
William Nelson
Garner
Lutheran Church
Ione and
Alice Thoreson
St. Luke’s hospital,Cedar Rapids
Belle Reierson
Harris Olson
Glidden Creamery
Ralph Schrader
Oscar Allen
Fremont
Neb
Ed Allen
Ray Hoover
Willis Gress
Mrs. Amdahl
Wm. Gruver
Robert Amdahl
Claude
Gress
Phillis
Batiste
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