Pioneer Memories and Germination Bulletin Highlight Iowa History
The article recalls J. J. Mahan recounting Irene Thomas and Spirit Lake massacre refugees near Spirit Lake and Springfield, Minnesota. It notes Eliza Gardner’s presence, refugee hardships, and camp near Camp Grove, with Fort Dodge soldiers aiding the relief effort. It then shifts to a report on a germination test study by Professor H. D. Hughes, detailing seed testing methods, ears tested, and the significance of home made esters, praising an 80 page bulletin from Iowa State University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Mahan
Irene ‘Thomas
Spirit Lake
Mahan
Fort Dodge
Frank Mason
R.A. Smith
Fay
Etoye
D.C. Tipp
Camp Grove
Eveyone
J. J.mahan
Fashapa
Dityar
H. D. Hughes
Hughes
Agricultural Experiment Station
Ames
Towa
Reverend Hawk Denied as Methodist Minister
Spencer state papers report R A Hawk indicted in Clay county for second degree murder as a reverend and Methodist minister. Northwest Town conference records show Hawk not a preacher and no clear evidence of supplying ministry. family now at Emmetsburg.
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Spencer
R. A. Hawk
Clay County
Methodist Church
Northwest Town Conference
Hawk
Emmetsburg
Not Many Here in This Vicinity Women Deserve Attention
After reviewing subscription records, the writer notes several married women in the area are not receiving the attention they deserve. The remark suggests a broader commentary on social expectations and charitable concern.
Ringsted Youth Highlights Talk on Canadian Northwest Farm Trends
H L Young of Ringsted presented a detailed address on farming in the Canadian Northwest at a Ames Ag Club meeting for two and four year students last Thursday night. The talk emphasized prudent practices and careful planning to guide farmers through regional opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ag. Club
Ames
H. L. Young
U. N. Young
Ringsted
Canadian Northwest
H.L. Young
Lear
Ringsted Dispatch
Subscriber Rebuffs Arrears With Yearly Payment Note
A reader responded to an arrears notice by sending $1.65 for another year of the paper, stating it is worth more money. The brief exchange reflects a subscriber's value judgment and willingness to renew.
Program of the Graettinger Farmers' Institute
Graettinger Farmers Institute program list for Thursday February 20 includes piano solo by Mrs E George invocation by Reverend Cuthbert remarks by President 1 Overholt music lecture by E Y Cable Ames College misprinted title "Hos-and Btruction" discussion vocal solo by Mrs O T Tenneson reading by Alela Cuthbert duet sailing on the Lake by Mr and Mrs Shaver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. George
Cuthbert
E. Y. Cable
Amés College
Mrs. O. T. Tenneson
Reading
Alela Cuthbert
Mr. and
Mrs. Shaver
Friday Feb 21 Piano Solo Reads Horticulture by Herrick
Friday schedule lists piano solo performances and musical numbers at Piano Solo with speakers from Ames and Reading. Entries include Mrs. Ed Merriman, Florence Birkland, Marguerite Bryan, J M Downey, Miss Watts, Miss Ford, Mrs J L Holland, and Miss Crim Duat among others. Topics cover horticulture, domestic science, poultry, and school improvement with discussions by Rev Cuthbert, Miss Craft, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marguerite Bryan
Cuthbert
B.F. Lillard
J. M. Downey
Institute meeting to elect officers February 22
Fore noon Saturday February 22 at 10 30 a business meeting will elect officers. This will be the most important gathering for the Institute and all interested in its welfare should attend.
Money, Credit and Loyalty Clash in a Letter
A confused note laments failed help and demand for upfront payment. The writer recalls lending support and providing companionship, then accuses the recipient of expecting payment in advance. The missive ends with a jab at the postmaster general and a threat tied to a possibly bad check.
In a Bad Fix Under Parcel Post Rules
A postmaster faced with a bottle of whiskey found in the mail must choose between delivering it destroying it or keeping it in the office since intoxicating liquors cannot be mailed and it cannot be forwarded to the Dead Letter Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parcel Post
Flae
Fragmented Note Teases Hidden Dead Figure
Questioning how a reader encounters a cryptic paragraph about an unknown dead figure, the text hints at a puzzle or riddle. It references unseen corpses and a meta reading challenge, suggesting an enigmatic fragment rather than a complete report.
Basket Social After Evening Entertainment Fundraiser
After the evening's entertainment a basket social will be held. Ladies are requested to bring a basket supper for two. Baskets will be auctioned off by M. O. Grodland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. O. Grodland
Married Yesterday at Danish Church in Lost Island
Yesterday morning at 10:30 the Danish church in Lost Island Township hosted the wedding of Peter Hermansen and Emma Henningsen. Rev Sithmansen officiated as attendants included the brides and grooms siblings, with a reception at the bride’s parents’ home. The couple, from prominent families, will settle on the Hermansen farm and begin housekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lost
Island Township
Peter Hermansen
Emma Henningsen
Sithmansen
Hannah Henningsen
Alma Hermansen
Chris Henningsen
Theodore Hermansen
Hermanson
Lost Island
Publisher and subscriber renewal row sparks friction
A reader recalls heated moments seeing the publisher and later notices calm handling of a renewal. The subscriber, paying up and renewing for another year, reflects on the past disputes and the publisher's steady response.
Be Careful of Town Gossip and Rumors
A Tribune note warns readers that reports of elopement rumors about a Burt lady and a farm hand were a falsehood. It urges caution in spreading gossip and criticizes backbiting as unjust and harmful to those named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burt
Night at Hawkeye features star cast in The Wolf
A local newspaper notes a tonight Hawkeye performance of The Wolf by a renowned company praised for touring Teaching Cities of the Northwest. The writeup celebrates the couple Ady Grasttinger and wishes them happiness, highlighting the show as a valued attraction for the community.
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Hawkeye
Northwest
Grasttinger
Ady
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Graettinger Farmers’ Institute
Florence Birkland
Chas. Duhige
Ladies
Hertha Spies I
Henry Larsen
Ellen O'Connor
Fiano
Ollie Noble
Iowa
America
Genevive
Mr. Taylor
Ralfe Moore
Peter Hermanson
Howland Farm
Jack Creek
Graettinger
Hoping
Poland
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