26 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1919
Page
1
The article discusses how New Year customs evolved from ancient rites of purification to modern private vows. It notes ancient Egyptians Persians and Phoenicians marking the year with rituals while today individuals make resolutions, though many rely too much on them rather than real change.
A fragmented column explores varied personal wishes from joy and comfort to education and freedom from poverty. Readers discuss hopes for warmth, shelter, health, money, youth, and peaceful distribution of resources. The piece reflects diverse voices on what constitutes true prosperity.
A compact summary notes strikes and labor actions in the United States and Mexico, political shifts, court cases, and international incidents. It references the repeal bill vote in Congress, a Mexican dispute over the Jenkins case, a socialists’ election result, and rail labor policy, with brief items on violence and unrest in Europe and trade notes from Ottawa and London.
County Agent A W Moresmith notes roughly half of Webster county farmers test soils. Over the past year interest in soil care and preparation grows as tractors replace horses in field work. A countywide farm bureau push records 763 new Mitchell county members and $2238 in reserves, with 850 bushels of certified seed potatoes distributed and potato growing methods discussed.
The article notes the decline of New Year's calls among social circles in major cities. It contrasts the vanished custom with the abundant refreshment variety once offered, reflecting on how temperance and professional life shaped perceptions of the practice. It concludes that the tradition is now largely dead in these circles.
Residents weigh the term old-fashioned as it appears in local discourse, noting how its use reflects respect for tradition and individual observance. The discussion reveals mixed feelings about changing language and cultural expectations in the community.
The excerpt laments declining sociability compares modern behavior to older times. It notes that in the past people showed grace and chivalry during New Year gatherings and greetings, contrasting with present-day social habits and roadways.
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