Social Register scraps spark gossip and snubs
A clipped social page reveals who was dropped from the Social Register and who was added. Polly Lauder, tied to Harry Lauder through marriage, is expelled for not meeting standards, while others are flagged as parlor hounds or mongrels at the tea table. The piece laments social fall and wonders about Polly's future.
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Buck
Polly Lauder
Harry Lauders
Gene Unney
Gene
Polly
Tunney
Romebody
Wes
What is Society and a Local View of Change
A fragmentary column blends social critique with political satire. It defines society as any group that bands together for mutual comfort or status, noting wealthier circles’ sway and exclusive lifestyles. The piece pivots to local obituaries, family notices, and village news, listing residents’ visits, travels, and minor incidents, with references to a few accidents and community events.
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Watson News Notes from the Menina area and nearby towns
Local households report visits from relatives and friends across Nebraska and Missouri. Residents travel for business, funerals, and vacations, including trips to Nebraska City Blanchard Detroit and Plattsmouth. A barber shop renovation is planned on South Brain Street and several families attend a funeral at High Creek cemetery.
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Hiloulse Wier
Douglas
Mass
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Hamburg
D. Hudson
Kansas
Virgil Gamble
Vernon
Phelps City
Clutch
Joe Weidman
Legh Weidman
Rock Port
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A. Ramsay
Benw. Stewart
Lings
Watnon
Ramsay
Stewart
Beulah Crabtree
Maryville
Golden View
Ernest Landen
Esther Owens
Centennils
UN ‘Mee
Harley Kook
Maxine
Madeline
Fairtax
Allene Good
Fairfax
Dora Good
Vera Wollard
Watson
SS Joe
George Conrad
Tree Brown
Merlene
Donald Barnhart
Omaha
O. Hi. Bayless Hone
Buntley
Roy Carpooler
D. W. Airy
Regard
Wit
Wateon
H. Martin
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Raymond Roup
Menina
Call
Edmund Roup
Nye
James Wade
Missouri
Jane Hall
Nebraska City
Adan Kilpatrick
Nebraska
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Johnson
Fox and Children
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Inet
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Tdalia
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Virginia
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Ovenhaugh
Blanchard
Paris McElroy
Ross Janess
Mpirate Quites
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Aanland
Nebr
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Jemea F. Gore
Lef
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Jas Monney
George West
Winningham
Lucas Lipps
Detroit
Interat
Canada
Sizing Wedner
Hudson
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Penples
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Dadinson
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North of Town Poultry and Pig Club Meeting Notes
North of Town club members enjoy an Achievement Day review at Carlose home with about forty people attending. Girls poultry group, led by Pauline B McKenn and Ruth Johnson, presented Pareens to much praise. Several local families and visitors attended dinners and gatherings at various homes, noting medical news and travels among the community.
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Washington Township
Victor_Driever
Raymond Driever
Will Driever
Chas, Winkler
Sarah Winkler
HE. W. Driever
Ivan Kelley
Matlie
Earl Driever
Eadie
Wade Hoviman
Chas. Winllerana
Ih. W. Driever
Mattie
van. Kelley
Will Drievers
Vernon Fox
Wilbur King
Watson
Averno
Prompt repairs prevent costly road decay
The writer argues neglectful road care leads to expensive costs. Small tools like saws prevent moisture damage if cleaned promptly, while roads cost thousands. Delayed attention allows dampness and rust to worsen problems, implying timely maintenance saves money and keeps infrastructure from degradation.
Rome towers transformed into artist studios
Historic towers on Rome’s walls are being converted into artist studios. The project repurposes ancient fortifications, highlighting cultural reuse while preserving structural integrity and accessibility for creative communities.
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