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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1923
Page
5
The text notes events at Hand's Park through August, praising a top Hight Piece orchestra in the U S. It mentions a big ball next Sunday and a mix of quirky lines about umbrellas taxes and a wife’s letter, ending with a quirky quotation about memory and health.
A fragmented retelling blends Native lore of the Manitow and a canyon curse with a tale of settlers seeking gold and conflict leading to a thunderbolt doom. It also traces origins of stock market terms bulls and bears and explains contingents linked to transfer days.
A Native American legend recounts Manitou’s drought and pestilence channeled through a chosen hero. Jesse descends into sacred waters to cure the people by purification, offering prayers and gifts to Manitou. The tale ends with praise for the spring and a lasting, honored tradition among descendants and settlers.
Walter Cutters, recently finishing medical studies, reflects on his path to becoming a respected city doctor. He recalls visiting an old family physician who explains success hinges on hard work and smart choices, including facing financial pressures and balancing ethics.
An elephant house keeper failed to know an exact weight for a full-grown Luaker elephant. Further inquiry shows an Asiatic elephant of average size weighs about 8,400 pounds. Jyutho, the largest known, weighed 15,000 pounds, according to Phila alpha Ledger.
Notice is given that an instrument claiming to be the last will of Knute Iverson deceased has been produced and read. The court fixes August 20 1923 for hearing proof, with official signature and seal of the district court.
A resident informs that a hemstitching machine is at home and not at Wilders store, offering material at a per yard price, paying return postage for all mail orders, with service and world guaranteed. Address orders to Mrs. Ed Ketchun, Estherville, Box 192.
Elsie Paulsen serves as Oracle and Emma Shaver as Recorder for Royal Nighbors Lodge meetings held on the second Tuesday of each month. Local members gather for ceremonial duties and planning.
Box Ball Pool and Billiards features a quirky mix as patrons sample candies and cigars while watching games. The event combines hobby games with a celebratory atmosphere, drawing local enthusiasts and visitors to a lively venue.
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