Attempted Kidnap of Gertrude Baker in Glenwood
Glenwood residents faced a disturbing night after 17 year old Gertrude Baker was accosted by a three person group in a car with yellow wheels near Locust Street. The girl, dragged briefly into the auto and found dazed near Vine Street, recovered with help from bystanders and returned home. Police investigation details and motives remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood
Gertrude Baker
K. A. Baker
Bert Rager
Vivian Rager
Rager
Duggan
Miss Baker
Canning Factory
Vine Street
Tax Figures Reveal Mills County Levy for 1919
The total tax levy in Mills County for 1919 was 526583.70, up from 1918’s 514851.75. Of 1919 taxes, money and credits paid 17495.24, express companies 122, telegraph and telephone 2760.72, railroads 27812.16. County funding supported insane asylum care at 9583.93 in 1918 and 9400.25 in 1919. Road dragging cost 7111.44 in 1919 vs 6066.28 in 1918. Poor relief levies were 15014.15 in 1919 with 6507.29 for soldiers. Dog tax at 1312 in 1919, down 34 from 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
March Riddle by Lyon and Lyon Chiropractors
A March riddle from Lyon and Lyon chiropractors promises a prize for correct answers in a twelve part series. The verse hints at a thing stronger than a lion yet weaker than breath, never having a home but roaming freely, and yet present in every home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyon & Lyon, Chiropractors
Lyon & Lyon
Milk Shortage Leaves Iowa Children Undernourished
The Iowa state department on tuberculosis reports thousands of public school children, many from farms, lack sufficient milk despite abundant local dairy herds. Red Cross nurses note underweight children and data from county clinics confirm widespread milk scarcity. dairy officials say 85 percent of Iowa butter leaves the state, reducing available milk products for local food use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
State Department
Red Cross
Werses
Dairy and Food Commissioner
Barney
Jowa
Milk a Key to Fight Tuberculosis in Schools
The campaign against tuberculosis hinges on better nourishment for school children. Milk, a balanced natural diet, can be increased to reach all students, strengthening growth and mental development. A robust milk supply supports bodily defense, aiding the fight against the great white plague.
Iowa Leads Nation In Educational Progress, Ayres States
Dr. Leonard B. Ayres of the Russell Sage Foundation told the Cleveland meeting of the National Educational Association that Iowa leads the nation in educational progress over the past five years. He cited a ten point rating showing Iowa rising from thirtieth in 1912 to seventh in 1919, ahead of Arizona and others, with gains in attendance, school year length, high school proportion, and expenditures per pupil and per teacher.
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Leonard B. Ayres
Russell Sage Foundation
Iowa
Cleveland
National Educational Association
Arizona
The Knight Who Never Said I Wish That I Were In
A parodied verse laments a person with no spirit to pursue a dream or fame. It mocks those who cling to titles and wealth yet fail to act, warning that such a life ends in oblivion and dishonor. The piece contrasts ambition with hollow prestige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zem
Hell
50th Wedding Anniversary of Mr and Mrs A J Hamilton
March 19 marks the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. A J Hamilton. The groom, who served in the U S Civil War era, was a guard at the Federal prison in Rock Island Illinois and received a furlough during which the marriage occurred. They celebrated with treats to The Tribune, sharing their long union and memories with the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Hamilton
Tribune
Consolidation Carry election at Menderson approved
Voters in Menderson backed school consolidation by a 62 to 7 margin with 143 total votes and no spoiled ballots. Outside districts supported 39 to 36. Polls ran 1 to 6. Valley View district vote scheduled for tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menderson
Henderson
Valley View
Man Killed in Auto Collision in Council Bluffs
R M McKenzie an Omaha resident and Mills county figure struck and killed Charles Muff of Omaha while driving into Council Bluffs at 80th and Broadway. Coroner's inquest ruled accidental with no blame on McKenzie. police consider possible reckless driving charge. Muff, about 65, left a wife and three children.
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Council Bluffs
Omaha
R. M. McKenzie
Mills County
McKenzie
80Th
Broadway
Charles Muff
Morris Cash Register Go
Marriage Unites Nansel Klindt and Elsie Klindt at Parsonage
Joseph W. Nansel of near Island Park wed Miss Elsie Klindt of northwest Oak on March 17 at Rev. Hower's parsonage. A wedding supper followed at the bride’s parents’ home. The couple will reside in Island Park in a newly built home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nansel Klindt
Joseph W. Nansel
Near Island Park
Elsie Klindt
Northwest Oak
Hower
Joseph Nansel
Cowardin DeBolt Tie Wedding in Glenwood Ceremony
Dwight L Cowardin and Geneva Dsa DeBolt, both of Pacific Junction, were married in Glenwood on March 20 by Reverend Win Stevanson. The couple planned to reside in Pacific Junction.
Farrington and Fender Wed in Glenwood Ceremony
Raymond L. Farrington and Ruth E. Fender, both of Silverity, were married in Glenwood on Thursday March 18 at the M. E. Parsonage by Rev. Wm. Stevenson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond L. Farrington
Mas
Ruth EH. Fender
Silverity
Glenwood
M. HE. Parsonage
Wm. Stevenson
Blame It On Wilson And The Sugar Price Debate
A Tabor Beacon editorial blames President Wilson for high sugar prices. McClure suggests Cuban sugar shortfall came from Louisiana senators filibuster and senatorial courtesy. He argues sugar producers profited postwar as war controls ended and alleges House of Lords indifference aided the delay.
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McClure
Tabor
Wilson
Republican Committee
Louisiana
House of Lords
Methodist Men Win Laurels at Glenwood Church Social
The Glenwood Methodist men hosted a church social Friday evening with Miss Landis performing and two daughters in attendance. A lunch of cake sandwiches pickles coffee and cocoa followed. the men plan to make socials a permanent affair highlighting their domestic efforts. The ladies praised the hosts and voted the men the best entertainers of the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood Methodist Church
Itarry Landis
Strahan Teams Sweep Malvern Opponents
Strahan Consolidated School defeated College Springs 45 to 16 in a Wednesday evening game at Strahan. On Friday night Strahan teams won both games against Malvern squads, extending the winning streak for the local schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strahan
Consolidated School
College Springs
Strahan School
Malvern
Deaths in Kansas and Iowa mark sorrowful week
The South Haven New Era reports deaths of John Willis Matthews born Tracy Iowa 1859 died February 16 1920 in South Haven Kansas aged 60 years 10 months 15 days. He married Maggie Te Canada in 1890 at Holdrege Nebraska with ten children and thirteen grandchildren. Also Rachel Anningle Powles born Dayton Iowa 1841 died March 8 1920 near Bartlett aged 79 years 10 days. Funeral services led by Elder Pierce at Bartlett L.D.S. church burial Thurman cemetery. James Rodman an elderly Tabor resident died Sunday after long illness.
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John Willis Matthews
South Haven
Kan
Lyons Township
Tracy
Marion County
Maggie TE
Canada
Holdridge
Neb
Gladys A. Reafling
Glenwood
May B
Rutan
Alma
Verna M. Hinze
Herndon
Euphemia Creed
Rome
Tretha M
Favel C. Walcher
Olin F
Alice Belle
John B
Oxford
Matthews
Grandehildren
Thomas
Nob
Ahee Hbls
Abbie Doughman
Tracy Ta
Robert Kitlerman
Tracy, Ta
Samuel Kitlerman
Parsons, Kaw
Missionary Baptist Church
Iowa
Frank Naylor
M. BH
South Naven
M. E. Church
Rachel Anningle
Dayton
Bartlett
Thomas Benjamin Powles
Ottumwa Ta
William H
Pierce
L. DS. Whurch
Thurman Cemetery
Mrs Henry Emerine Funeral to Silver City Burial
Mrs Henry Emerine died in Julesburg Colorado and her body was transported to Silver City today for burial. She was a sister of Phil Slaughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Emerine
Julesburg
Colo
Silver City
Phil Slaughter
Advice to Tyros from Knights of Khorassan
A satirical cautionary verse lists absurd warnings for Tyros, emphasizing restraint and fearlessness. It jokes about time, attire, weather, drinking, hobbies, nerves, calls for help, cheerfulness, cash, camels, trust in Mokanna, fireproofing, and a dramatic tiger with dynamite, urging composure and humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of
Khorassan
Asbes‘tos
Education Proves Interesting Topic at Briar Club Meeting
Friday night Briar Club discussed The Effects of the World War on Education led by Supt. Neveln. Glenrod high school's normal training class gave a recitation on education progress and Americanization, prompting many questions. Prof. Neveln added a brief paper, and all attendees joined the discussion. Next meeting is April 2 in the County Superintendent's office over Milly County National Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Briar Club
Supt
Neveln
Glenrod High School
Thompson
Milly County National Bank
Iowa Farmers Grow Rich Amid Tax Values Soar
The text claims a drastic rise in town land values, estimating 34,507,860 acres taxed with an average increase to about $90 per acre after a 10 percent discount. It argues a net $4.1057 billion gain for farmers, portraying it as a divine gift enabling funds for schools and roads. It rails at small-town prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Mareh
Baptist Kensington Club Meeting Recalls Pleasant Afternoon
The Baptist Kensington gathered at Mrs. Clyde Genung's home last Thursday for an enjoyable afternoon. Miss Whitten sang two solos and Miss Pauline Hamilton gave a clever reading. Refreshments of ice cream, cake, and coffee were served by hostesses Mrs. Genung, Mrs. Henry Dean, Mrs. Raymond Rhoades, Mrs. Evans, Mrs. Plimpton, and Mrs. Dick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Kensington
The
Baptist
Watkins Gives Bond in Federal Case Arraignment
Riley Watkins of Glenwood was arraigned Saturday before U S Commissioner W F Miller and waived a preliminary hearing. He was bound over to the Federal grand jury in bonds of 1000 dollars which he furnished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riley Watkins
Glenwood
U. S
W. F. Miller
Federal Grand Jury
Arrival of J. J. Kelly Family in Long Beach
The Tribune reports the safe arrival of J. J. Kelly and family at their new home in Long Beach California. The address listed is 9674 E Anaheim Long Beach.
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the Tribune
J. J. Kelly
Long Beach
Calif
Anaheim
Iowa Dominates National Farm Bureau Convention
Iowa led with two national offices and the largest membership at the American Farm Bureau Federation meeting in Chicago on March 3. James R. Howard of Iowa was elected President, with U S Strivings of New York as VP and J W Gov erdale of Iowa as Secretary. The group outlined six key bureaus including transportation and statistics, and the Executive Committee moved on to Washington to push for federal action in packing industry regulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
American Farm Bureau Federation
Chicago
Farm Bureau
National Organization
National Federation
James R. Howard
U. S. Strivings
New York
J. W. Goverdale
Grenshaw
Kentucky
Bureau of Statistics
Bureau of Trade Relations
Washington
Apriculture
T. Meredith
Parm Bureau
Qgity
Congress
Answering Taps and Final Roll Calls in 1920
A Civil War veteran notes February 1920 marked 2793 veterans answering last roll call and 2015 war widows passing away. The pension roll lists 254,416 names with Uncle Sam generally fair to pensioners. A Mills County widow received accrued pension for her late husband and a two day arrear included after twenty nine years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unela Sam
Unacle San
Mills County
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March Riddle
Hawkeye State
Muff
Krecklaw-Evans
Bakersfield
Thurman
William Krecklaw
Enid Fivans
W. TI. Kreechlow
Company I
Caifornia
Thurman High School
Flaught School
Bakers Wield
California
Farrington
Fender
Methodist
Methodist Church
Megs Thomas Powles
James Rodman
Janmies Rodman
Mrs. Henry Emerine
Tyros
Watkins
Bond
National Farm Federation
Christian Church
Swope
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