Fourth of July Celebration Plans and Program
A community Fourth of July celebration is planned with a flag pole dedication, flag and national anthem participation, and speeches by mayor Rev. Sohn Yaubeak Rev. Falcomer and Raymond Hershey. The day includes a basket picnic, Sunday School activities, a chorus, band music, games, races and a grand ball game.
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George
Germany
J. C. Emery
Pierce Baker
Sohn Yaubeak
Falcomer
Alton
GA. Tyler
Pierce “Baker
Peter
John Vanderbeek
G. A. Tyler
Raymond Hershey
Herman Maasen
A, Bisle
Xargs
Food Administration urges beef and fruit conservation in 1918
A 1918 Food Bulletin from Orange Iowa instructs merchants to promote U S Food Administration campaigns. It urges window displays of perishable domestic goods and conserving all fruit and vegetables. Households are limited to one pound of clear beef weekly per person until September 15 and to preserve supplies for Allies and civilians overseas.
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U.S
Abe
U.S. Food Administration
Wiaslington
Armoies
France
Great Britain
Italy
Food Administration
Local Canned Goods Price Update
Prices on canned peaches set at 15 cents per can while tomatoes range from 10 to 15.20 cents per can at the Watnes store.
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Wamtjes
Cars Wrecked Near N W A R Depot
A west bound freight train jumped the track at the N W A R Depot while switching near Matrice causing four cars to derail two on their sides at a steep embankment. No injuries reported though rail spreading caused the accident. Passenger trains were diverted to a side track and service resumed after cleanup.
Fourth of July War Spirit Celebrated as Nation Prepares
Government urges bright patriotic displays for the 1918 Fourth of July marking a year of war decisions and national unity. President calls for service to victory with the army navy and Red Cross praised. Fireworks slated to fuel patriotic fervor without hindering munitions effort.
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United States
Callel
Red Cross
Knights
Golambus
America
Reverend Brane Fined and Bonded by Sioux County Military Committee
The Rev. F. J. Brane of Alton Ta was brought before Sioux County Military Committee this week. He received a $5,000 bond and a $100 payment to the Knights of Columbus war fund after admitting guilt for violating a pledge made with other county ministers. He apologized to the committee and to Governor Harding and the U S Government. The Times urges readers to recognize the county committee as the government in county affairs during wartime and to obey orders as loyal Americans.
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F. J. Brane
Alton
Sioux’ County
Knights of Columbus
Harding
United States
the Times
Sioux County
South Dakota housing scene draws attention to prices and homes
The region around Miner County and broader Southeastern South Dakota attracts interest as buyers and renters weigh high prices. Residents like Kenry Hop and P. H. Vander Vicken weigh what they saw and what they bought, while speculative talk about Chase Seavemen and rent remains.
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S. Dak
Mr. Kenry
P. H. Vander Vicken
Miner County
S. D
Chase Seavemen
Americanization Push Advances English Language Use
The governor promotes English as the universal language to curb wartime disturbances and urges both foreigners and naturalized citizens to learn it quickly. Roosevelt’s rhetoric backs the move, with loyalty leagues cited as support. after the war, laws may regulate foreign languages in public worship.
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America
Theodore Roosevelt
Midiand Couriér
Annual Election for Farmers Elevator Directors
The Farmers Elevator annual meeting was held Saturday June 22 in the Town Hall with strong stockholder presence. Directors for full term elected were John Linnan H Van Pearsem G Brink Sr J De Jong J L De Groot J Schreur and K Vander Stuep. The board’s decisions were seen as cautious and the elevator’s affairs regarded as in safe hands.
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Farmers Elevator
John Linnan
H. van Pearsem
G. Brink
J. de Jong
J. L. de Groot
J. Schreur
K. Vander Stuep
Board of Directors
Local Scoundrel Sent Back to Mule History
A chaotic tale from a town describes a boastful man nicknamed Smart Aleck meeting swift comeuppance. After stubborn refusals and dangerous actions, a ruse with a live wire and a Ford disables him. The onlookers recount his dramatic downfall as he reels, then recovers, and ends up far chastened.
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Aleck
Big Bertha
Meck
Extra fine seeded raisins at Briardale request Warntjes Cash Store
A short notice advertises extra fine seeded raisins available by request at Briardale through Warntjes Cash Store. Consumers are asked to inquire for stock or pricing.
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Briardale
Warntjes Cash Store
Community event outlines and committee chairs listed
The text lists program details for the 4th Peat Poet Sharps event with a ball game and races. It names Prof. Renkes as committee chairman, Aeun Vau Pearse of the refreshment committee, and De Jonge of the Arrangement Committee.
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Ntedieen Pragran
Sharps
Prof
Renkes
He O
Aeun Vau Pearse
de Jonge
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Food Bulletin
Orange, City
D, Vander Berg
Maurice, Iowa
Sioux County Savings Bank
Kamstra
Maurice
Borrink
Lowa
Deering
Farmers Implement Co
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