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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1917
Page
3
A collection of pithy proverbs and jests about heirs money relations and appearances. It bounces between misers and dreamers noting that adversity spurs talk and that genuine danger hides behind talk of spies and the German secret service. The piece blends humor with sly references to courtship and loyalty.
Wartime era Graettinger Times column notes school updates and student life. Basketball suits arrive. freshmen and girls schedules given. Mentions class game results, birthdays, and a letter from Wilfred Cuthbert in the army with family news and meals.
Palo Alto county issues a call for fifty boys aged 10 to 19 to join the Calf Feeding Contest. Eligible youths select calves born in 1917, start feeding in Oct 1917, and aim for final weights in Aug 1918 with prizes offered. Also details seed corn plans, a home demonstration agent meeting, and subscription reminder.
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