Harvest News From Victor and Surrounding Areas
The Victor column reports farmers finishing harvest then threshing begins with several rigs planned. Crops are good this year with yields from 15 to 25 bushels per acre. Local families and visitors travel, weddings are noted, and people move for work and school plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor
Dessie Helgerson
Rosa Helgerson
Ashley Reed
UO. E
Helgerson
Anna Helgerson
Chamberlain
J.stemler
Ole Lugland
Thormodsgaard
Blendon
John Christopher
Norway
Ollie Swenson
Grace Bliss
Mitchell
Mt Vernon
Geo
Lawrence
Dell McLebode
Threshing in Bethel Soon. Local Illness and Death Reported
Bethel notes a forthcoming threshing season after a light frost. Marjorie Bayley, eight years old, died after three weeks of illness. funeral held at the Bayley home with floral offerings. Other local items include visitors, a lost horse shot after breaking its leg, and plans to fetch an engine for repairs. Mr and Mrs Bayley mourn their loss.
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Bethel
Maud Sholes
Paul Sanders
W. L. Rowley
O. A. Bates
Mitchell
John Everson
F. L
Will Melloy
Spencer
Harvest Busy as August Harvest Peaks
Prosper report notes active farming with threshing and stacking in progress. Haddy Erion endured a serious injury to his right arm, restricting help to his father in stacking tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haddy Erion
Badger Notes Household News and Local Incidents
In Badger on August 13 Mr and Mrs Glen Wade welcomed a two week old son Earl Cox who will move into a new Mitchell residence this week. A break in last Sunday saw four tourists steal provisions from a home, including butter eggs and canned fruit. Local men heading north are mostly quiet and capable workers though a few troublesome individuals are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Badger
Glen Wade
Earl Cox
Mitchell
Steam threshing outfit changes hands in Beulah area
Beulah August 13 The Born Bros steam threshing rig is now owned by an Iowa man. It marked the season’s first whistle in the county. On August 7 Tyler cuting Pooley stacking and Strothers threshing occurred the same day. Cattle buyers visit farms as beef prices rise. farmers urged to inform buyers before they go.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie
Maurice Carlson
Geo. Watson
Howard Pinney
Pinney
Henry Lewis
Chas. Drake
Bessie Brion
Mitchell
August Carlson
Beulah
Born Bros. Is
Iowa
Appreciation for Old Bossy in Distressed Farm Life
A letter from L Needham of Mitchell dated August 13, 1902 urges readers to spare space for a faithful cow named Bossy. He explains how a spray-on oil relieves her from torment by flies, enabling her to yield more milk and endure daily chores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Needham
Mitchell
Harvest activity grows as threshing season peaks
Levi Cline thrives east of town as threshers operate widely and Ed Blackman plans to run the Enterprise locally. Land buyers visit, town hospitality shines, and producers anticipate strong returns with corn, oats, and hay. Local projects, sales, dances, and preparations fill the scene as winter approaches.
Allen's Foot-Ease advertised shoe powder lace tone
Allen's Foot-Ease powder promises relief for painful feet and growing nails. it eases corns bunions and sweating feet. The ad touts instant sting relief, comfort in tight shoes, and a trial offer with 25c mail price. sold by druggists and shoe stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Ad- Bree Alien
Olmstead
LeRoy N
Transportation bids sought by school district No 33
Sealed bids will be received by the clerk for six months of transportation for Chas Radmaner’s three children to and from Mitchell schools. Bids due August 17, 1902. Board may reject any or all bids. Tory Reierson, Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canal St
Mitchell Township
Chas. Radmaner
Mitchell
Tory Reierson
Notice to Hunters Warned Against Trespass in Perry Township
By resolution of the township board of Perry township Davison Co 8 D all hunters are warned not to trespass on any lands in this township under penalty of prosecution according to law Geo A Thomas clerk
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Township
Davison Co
Health as a magnet to allure in women’s beauty
An 19th century style health advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as the first step to perfect health for women. It claims cures for uterine trouble, inflammation, and “female weakness,” with testimonial letters praising improved vitality and beauty. Free medical adviser offered with stamp requests.
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Fredy Hat
Pierees Miedigines
Pierce
Common Sense
R. V. Piercy
Buffalo
N. Y
Capital subscription switches to cash in advance
The Capital will require cash in advance starting Oct 1 1902 with 3 months 40 cents 6 months 75 cents and one year $1.00. Subscriptions end when time paid for expires unless renewed with cash by expiration date. The change, aimed at fairness and reliability, protects against loss from the pay when you get it plan and ensures a steady paper for paying customers.
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