Important Experiment In Cold Storage Des Moines
In cold storage at Des Moines the Iowa State College horticultural department under Prof. Price conducts a winter apple experiment. Barrel counts show varied success by variety with the Wealthy Famouse McCann’s White Wall’s River Jonathan Dominee Beek-No and others. first barrels opened January 13. flavors described as excellent overall with McMain’s White an exception.
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Des Moines
Horticultural Department
Iowa State College
Price
Mitchellville
Iowa
Corning
McMain
Iowa Railways Move to Abandon Fast Freight Trains
At a Des Moines meeting of Iowa Railway officials and superintendents, it was announced that after next month crossings within Iowa will end the practice of fast stock trains from Missouri and beyond. Officials say competition has become too costly and damages to tracks and rolling stock outweigh any benefits. Schedules will be revised with longer travel times, and fast freight trains from Chicago westward will be discontinued with extended hours for all freight.
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Iowa Railway
Lub -In -Des Moines
Iowa
Missouri
Chicago
Cattle Disease Alarms Farmers in Creston Area
In Farm and nearby counties including Afton, a peculiar contagious cattle disease has farmers alarmed. The disease strikes suddenly after normal health, with rapid decline and death within a day. Johnson’s herd lost fifteen, others eleven, eight, three, and eighteen head in two weeks. Veterinarians seek Governor help to identify the malady.
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Creston
Viscinity
Afton
Johnson
Soldiers Exemptions Clarified by Attorney General Opinion
The Attorney General, Mullan, issued an opinion to the state auditor regarding exemptions for Bremer County property. It states an $800 exemption applies to personal property and real estate, to be deducted in all cases unless the soldier's property exceeds $5,000 in value for taxation.
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Mullan
Bremer
Farmer ordered to pay for bee stings death horses
A regional court in Warren County upheld a judgment against a farmer for injuries and deaths caused by his bees. The decision states the farmer bears responsibility for the damages inflicted by the swarm on a nearby team of horses, affirming liability in this case.
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Warren ‘County
Proposes to Test Game Law CIP Yet a violation of gate
A fragment suggests a legal challenge to a game law. The note mentions testing the law and possible violations tied to gate restrictions. Names, places, dates, or clear actions are not provided. The readable portion implies a constitutional or regulatory dispute over access or entry rules.
Paul at Athens and the Unknown God sermon
In Berea and Thessalonica pressure forces Paul to leave as Jews stir trouble. In Athens he encounters idols and debates with Jews and philosophers. He preaches the Unknown God from Mars Hill, argues God as creator, and highlights repentance and the resurrection as proof of his claims. Dionysius the Areopagite and a woman named Damaris among early converts.
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Beene
Paul
Athens
Berea
Macedonia
Thessalonica
Boens
Areopagus
Mars’hii
Arcopagus
Heaven
Earth
God
Christ
Jesus Christ
Rome
Thair
Damaris
Put Away Discouragement Inspires Errand of Mercy
A devotional note urges the discouraged Christian to abandon negative thoughts and seek God’s pure air through acts of mercy, restoring peace and joy by serving others. It frames discouragement as a hindrance to spiritual vitality and emphasizes hopeful action.
Frocks and Ifirills for the Fair Fashion Notes
Unhemmed ruches offer a fast finish for silk skirts on louisine or taffeta, with raw-edged ruches suited to prevent fraying. New toques include an ermine Shah of Persia style and a staff-shaped Russian pony skin model. Chiffon and fern confections feature a white mass of frills, maidenhair sprays, and Liberty ribbon details. Washable gloves and a gauged coaching glove add practical novelties to spring wear.
Inventions and Household Tips From a Vintage Page
A collection of curious notes on chemistry for kitchens and workshops. Tips include copper sulfate to prevent boiled starch souring, copper compounds affecting gold but not alloy, a felon cure with Venice turpentine, and methods to neutralize castor oil taste with egg white or lemon juice. Also advice on brightening metals with coal ashes, cooking methods for richer gravies, and fashion glimpses of hats, blouses, and evening gowns with lace details.
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Venice
Fancy Fads for Dams in Embroidered Chiffons
Embroidered chiffons are the season for dress materials with rare designs on imported reception gowns shown. The ultra fashionable will wear them all winter, though prices limit to the wealthy. Stylish hats feature white braids, dense white flowers, and brim drapings of white chantilly.
Washable Gloves Strike Broad Market Choice this Season
A 1920s catalog style note highlights washable gloves available in white and yellow chamois skin at about half the price of glazed washable gloves, with glazed pairs costing about two dollars a pair and offering high satisfaction.
From Paris New La Vert Ware Updates Buttons and Brooches
Rows of iridescent buttons create a brilliant effect on novel evening gowns. Brassy-looking La Vert brooches appear in the new ware. Heavier materials are lined with soft silks, while diaphanous fabrics are treated with similar finesse.
Hero Aged Six Prepares For Skating And Sledding
A vivid portrait describes a six year old hero ready for skat ing and sledding. He wears a heavy cream broadcloth box coat with smoked pearl buttons and a storm collar of golden brown beaver. His attire includes velvety cap, wide belt, and a brown rosette accent.
Return of the Epergne and Lace Fashion Notes
The article notes a revival of the epergne in crystal and silver, featuring a central tall vase with surrounding detachable floral holders and Italian cut glass colors. It also describes a new lace and linen trend with a fluffy petticoat using narrow insertion lace, satin ribbon ruching, and a single third-length flounce to create fullness.
Fashions in Muffs Change to Tabs and Tails
This year the style shifts from stuffed heads to tabs and tails as the ornamentation on muffs. Muffs are described as full flat and square, resembling carriage foot warmers yet remaining comfortable for wear.
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Tire
Wankde
Sioux City
Nellie Beaver
Woodland
Council Buffa Motor Company
Jule Morgan
Council Bluffs
Washington
Boone Telephony
Des Moines Mutual
Mayette
Mahaska
George Kitch
Mount Pleasant
Solomon Wilhelm
Grundy Cotter
Cedar Walte and
Janesville Power Company
Christian Home
John J. Selman
Bloomfield
Grinswell
Iowa College
Hw.a. Stearner
Sandusky
Peter Smith
Nodaway
Park House
Gedney Hotel and Power Company
Independence
Oscar Martin
Dayton
Webster County
Axel Ehn
Cummins
Maybury
Detroit
Trimble
Sioux” City
General ‘Missionary Committee
The
Methodist Episcopal Church
United States
McGregor
Spencer Grain Company
Minneapolis
Hunting & Gilchrist
J. W. Smith
Storm ‘Lake
Lewis Brocks
Albert G. Phillips
A. D. Ballle
Anamosa
Brooks and Philips
Greenville
Argent
Albert City
John Sunblad
Iodine
Georges ‘Worald
Otho
Webster
Worald
Ina
Lila Hind
Grace
Molden
New
ICWA
Lesson
Jesus
Persia
Paris
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