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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1916
Page
8
Second class matter notice outlines subscription rates at one year for $1.25 and advertising rates upon application. It states ads remain unless removed or otherwise arranged and are subject to constant retention until directed.
South County Line correspondence reports Mrs Kellogs visiting Montour with Mrs Basil Winders. Mrs Thos Thompson hosted neighbor ladies at spell day quilting. Helen Latham and baby stayed with E H Sharp family. G M Dimmitt and daughter Irma visited Mr and Mrs J W LaUo. Vert Mitchem entertained Priscilly Circle for a quilting afternoon.
A brief note explaining how to prevent croup in children and reduce danger and anxiety. Mentions that relief may come with time and suggests using a cough remedy for the child. Indicates availability from H. W. McKeown.
Mrs Mary Bennell is very sick with influenza. Holmes cares for her and the Batter and children visit from Quarry. Mary Uvelong returned from a visit with Mrs GO. 8 Dunkle from Faylor, and Mrs McCardlees of Green U. Helen Taylor at VWroiaty sonran. Stomach issues urged readers to try a remedy advertised by Mrs Benjamin Hooper.
Carlton residents note a forthcoming free event by Fabein Cu Theesru busking in Hurrah Barn near Mr and Mrs Pearl. A baby arrived November 28 at Thanksgiving time, and Vera Welton Rita Parsons visited Joe Smaha. Grandmother Haynes visited by request as Dr Mills treated Claude Lowry for grippe remains. County seat visit reports and cattle losses from poison on corn stalks worry locals.
Washington officials prepare for a new push in Congress to overhaul postal rates, aiming for a zone-based second class system and a one cent letter rate. Key lawmakers including Moon, Kenyon, and Woolf cite benefits to the public and possible cost-neutral changes to local delivery, with parcel post expansion anticipated.
The Boston Post notes a fad where Gotham society women adopt live alligators as pets, inspired by Miss Santo Varraz. The trend follows a hotel soirée where the reptiles first appeared, praised for being quiet and non threatening yet vividly ringed and tail tipped.
A rapid method deposits metals on glass to form mirrors by electrolysis in vacuum. A metal plate and the glass sit together under a high vacuum receiver. An inert gas like hydrogen is introduced, and a high-potential current passes through the setup.
Europe’s luxury merchandise imports are falling as war strains persist. The New York Times notes Europe loses its hold as an importer while East Asian merchants, led by China Japan and India, flood Europe with art objects chinaware silks and other costly goods.
A witty exchange reveals a man delaying dinner to keep his wife in the dark about the baseball season being finished. The line hints at domestic humor and a lighthearted domestic scene.
In a brisk exchange, a speaker confirms the Graftleys are indeed receiving this year, with a reply that they are getting as much as possible. The terse dialogue suggests strong entitlement or expectation for renewal or share.
A wry remark on critics describes a critic as a man who speaks only after harm is done, implying the value of timely judgment and the cost of delayed critique. The line underscores the critique of delayed influence in cultural or artistic matters.
A statement asserts that charitable giving without singing of peatwix is more religious than singing psalms without giving shme. The remark contrasts two forms of devotion, elevating practical mercy over ritual praise.
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