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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1915
Page
3
Brief fragment notes advertising rates and a card of thanks. Contains sparse phrases about display advertising and a one cent reader rate, reflecting a newspaper classified feel. No clear events, persons, or organizations identified.
An opinion piece urges publishers to bill honestly and stop offering free notices while condemning fraudulent requests. It discusses Angersoll’s tribute to women praising feminine virtue and influence, contrasting male faults with female resilience and enduring love.
A reader explains that large firms grow business by sending extensive price lists and catalogs to trade customers rather than sending reps to rural districts. They rely on advertising in country papers and the loyalty of local merchants, who in turn remain faithful to the newspaper man while many would gladly pay for ad space.
A Spirit Lake woman recounts the 1860s Indian massacre and defense at Spirit Lake Iowa. She describes families fleeing to Sioux City, a stockade built by settlers, guards, and the capture and execution of attackers at Manakato. She reflects on losses, the sheltering of soldiers, and lasting memory of the events.
The Lost Island Farmers Club presents a varied evening program on Wednesday October 18 1915. Clara Hermanson performs recitation and songs with chorus reading by Rahs Oliver Lande and others. Mrs Dave Ingvall and local members contribute dialogue and story segments. Instrumental duet by Mabel Thorson and Theo Hermanson.
A discussion featuring Joseph Nyborg Theo Thorson Martin Simonson and Clarence Lande explores practical methods to utilize soft corn for best results. The group shares techniques, variables affecting outcomes, and recommendations for improved yields and product quality.
Iowa towns host a janitors and firemen training on heating and ventilating school rooms. The course outlines a maximum dry bulb temperature of 68 degrees and a minimum relative humidity of 40 percent. It recommends flushing with fresh air and humidifying the incoming air during cold weather. Participants can request full details from the engineering extension department at Iowa State College.
The Williams Indiana post office was raided during Tuesday night with the rear door sawed open and the safe dynamited. About $100 in cash and stamps were taken, with contents scattered. residents were awakened by the explosion but investigation was delayed until morning. On the same night Chelsea post office was robbed as the safe was blown open, with cash and stamps totaling about $300 taken.
A silent blast went unheard as thieves made a quick getaway after multiple robberies. No clue or suspect tied to the incidents has been found, leaving investigators pursuing leads in the unknown.
Katie Sullivan announces her entry in the Tribune contest and asks friends to vote or help secure a prize. The message emphasizes community backing and competitive spirit.
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