Moravia News Roundup and Celebration Ties
Moravia and nearby towns shared a large turnout for the July celebration with visitors from Centerville Albia Blakesburg and Ottumwa. Notables include Regina Tarr funeral extended family trips to Duluth Minn and a sale of stock in Moravia State Savings Bank by T J Furnes aided by C WM McFatridge and A G Turner. Howard K Smith returns from Mayo Rochester much improved. Rev A M Smith and family visited. C M McFatridge sold the tele-phone office and land to Lone United Telephone Co marking a milestone in local communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.S. Staley
Centerville
Moravia
B. Watts
Earl Brain
Dean
Ottumwa
Lacy Dodge
Albia
Regina Tarr
Tarr
Duluth
Minn
A. Bi. Jordan Apent
D. D. Minnis
Lester Smith
Geo. Johnson
Tir
Guy Spier
Coryden
FT. M
Paul Watts
Castina
Towa
Mra
J. S. Watts
E. B
L. R. Tarr
Binestern
South Dakota
Burton
A. Alexander
Adulph Wrenberg
Mia
Freddie King
Augusta VL
Unionville
Blakesburg
Moulton
Mystic
Neal Burton
Evelyn
Richland
J. W. Helden
B. F. Halden
Maudetta
Cincinnati
A1. H. Parker
Shenandoah
C. Arbergast
Numa
Iowa
DB. E. Bishop
Simon Tarr
Edd
Lewis Tarr
Muruyia
C. WM. McFatridge
A. G. Turner
T. J. Furnes
Wm. S. Bradley
Howard K. Smith
Mayo Hospital
Rochester
A. M. Smith
Howard K.elso
Royheyster
C. M. McFutridge
Lone
United Telephone Co
McFatridge
Turner Chumber
American Old Age Care Debate Across Nations
Abraham Epstein argues in the Fora that the United States lags in old age protection. He notes that abroad many nations require social insurance covering workers from all ages, enabling employers to hire capable workers without fear of later costs. The piece questions whether the American wage system can adapt to comprehensive old age pensions and disability schemes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Abraham Epstein
Bees as Workers for Mankind Through History
The text traces bees from ancient times, noting early punishments related to hives in 1300 BC, the bee as a symbol for kings of Linver Egypt around 400 BC, and beekeeping in Egypt by 2600 B. It describes honey extraction patterns and suggests slavery of bees arose only in relatively recent times, about seven thousand years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linver
Egypt
Piret
An Obvious Need In A Family Tale
A story recounts Larael Zangwill’s worry over a young boy and a road hazard near Preston Sylva. Zangwell removes an anvil from the road to hedge it, explaining that the danger will persist unless the boy is cared for. The child Oliver questions why the boy does not have a wife to supervise him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larael Zangwill
Tim
Salddie
Far End
Nat Preston
Sylva
Zang
Oliver
Miner’s Pan Affected by New Device for Gold Separation
A Nebraska inventor introduced an improved miner’s pan and a revolving screening bowl to separate gold from sand and gravel. Operated by a small engine with a pump, the device processes twenty to thirty tons of material daily, using a cement mixer like principle to sort heavy particles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Fragmentary Tale Of Homer’s Vellum Writing Claims
A fragment describes ancient writing in tiny script. It claims a French scholar proved the Iliad could be written on vellum eight by ten inches with a fine quill, yielding 30 verses per line and 250 lines per side, totaling 14 000 verses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tlin Etory
Storm peak hours noted in early 20th century data
Weather bureau records from 1808 to 1925 show 81 storms at 5 p m in H ensua Cy area, the highest count of any hour. Other readings include 8 a m 64, 7 p m 89, 7 8 p m 78, 10 p m 6, noon 2, 8 a m 32, and 5 a m 24 storms, reflecting mixed hourly storm activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weather Bureau
Hensua Cy
P. m
Robbers Break Into Hight Place Store
An older Potunia police account recalls robbers breaking into the Hight Place store. Constable Blackpatter describes their hasty exit after the alarm sounded, noting the crew scattered and one suspect fell to the ground during the scramble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hight Place
Blackpatter
Potunia
Died in Belief The Devil’s Salt Pioneers of Bear Creek
The report recounts Martin Beaty of Kentucky who drilled for salt near Bear Creek in 1811 and struck oil and gas. His crew faced danger from fumes, raft wrecks, and a later attempt to float a barrel downstream ending in disaster. Beaty believed he had reached the realm of the prince of darkness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dvitl
Satan Martin Beaty
Ordlang
Bear Creek
Kentucky
United States
Beaty
Beuty
Med
Ura Alde
Severn
Benty
Dirkness
Piano Playing Tells Of Punching Power
A historical eccentric account describes piano technique claiming immense force behind keystrokes. It cites mythical examples and a Chaplan canvishion massage, estimating pressure equal to three full tones and an hour’s Chopin playing averaging 32 to fh tonnage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puderueski
Chopin
Boy in New England Tales of a Jumping Grandmother
In a curious domestic scene, a boy described exaggeratedly as nervous and uncooperative counts not the feet but avoids the question. His grandmother is portrayed as a jumper, allegedly leaping a rod whenever the doorbell rang, a detail that colors a quirky family portrait forwarded by the Oregonian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Lend
Oregonian
Mysteries of Brain and Institute Opened in Moscow Study
The article describes a device that divides a brain into five equal sections and makes wax impressions for microscopic study. It notes Lenin's brain being examined and mentions plans to extend such research in the Soviet state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bealoshua Iwen
Moscow
Lenin
Nuestao
Kuafla
Visiting Instructions for Caring Readers and Friends
Advice to callers to invalids stresses brevity about health and avoids dwelling on illness. The writer urges cheerful, respectful conversation and to dress well, treating the invalid as if well and meeting them in a friendly, courteous manner.
Bell Long in Service Since 1228 in Bwedeo West
A seven hundred year old clearch bell with a rare tone is listed as still in service each Sunday near Spleby in Bwedeo West. The inscription begins with "4. G. I." and is believed to invoke a Hebrew phrase "Aita Gil bor Leolam Adunat" meaning "Phou ari eternally strong, Gh Lora."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spleby
Bwedeo
G. I. Ay
Phou
Vision of Tomorrow and Effort in Daily Labor
A Grit quotation contrasts visions of tomorrow with current hard work. It asserts success comes through steady toil and practical action rather than hype. The piece promotes perseverance and personal effort as the path to improvement.
Handclasp Defense Sign Wa lasp right poods when we meet
Two men meet in a ceremonial gesture described as a sure way to prevent violence and draw swords. The scene reflects a greeting used to show peaceful intent and avert combat, tying into a broader tale of honor and restraint among travelers.
Iowa News Roundup From Muscatine to Cedar Rapids
A sprawling Iowa column reports Muscatine County paving record by Central Engineering. Primghar creates county overseer of the poor post with Miss Parker managing $40,000 monthly tax funds. A dog named Nig drowns in a barrel, and a Vancouver telegram concerns the Vaughn/Coughlan family. Fort Doddsman Victor Fuller digs a deer, Tommy Verry masquerades as Santa, and Cedar County families pursue a long-lost relative. Northwood stores reveal half a century of merchandise and first railcar of melons. Council Bluffs man jailed for speeding after a night in jail ends with a $7 fine. Missouri Valley notes tourists and a Chinese license plate. Des Moines census shows 1927 births and deaths. Columbus Junction treats mad horse bites. Cedar Rapids bees in a tree disrupt traffic, with Hoagland advising handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Liberty
Central Engineering Company
Muscatine
Primghar
O' Brien County
Iowa
Misa Parker
Manthly
LeMars
Frank Levins
Ninois Central Coyon
Npton
C. Hellwood
Vancouver
New Zealand
Tom
Figh
Stene Tunney
O Vaughlan
Cedar County
Victor Fuller
Kalu
de Vloines
Fuller
Sioux City
Tommy
Verry
Santa Claus
Kenty Schuldt
Doy
St. Paul
Minnie
I ’ m Ireton
Helena
Joste
Council Bluffs
William Lenn
Carnell Bluffa
Lewn
Inructiona
Hye
Hiunghard
Grove
Dex Moines
Bureau of Census
U. S. Department of Comerce
Columbus Junction
Carl Curtis
Concord Township
Rkobert Aliwell
Curtis
Ames
Analyria
T. V. Hoagland
Hoagland
Bank robberies and incidents across Iowa and Texas
A year in review notes nine bank holdups in Iowa with seven culprits to life terms in Fort Madison, one unsolved daylight robbery case. Red Oak schools spent 98 199.45 with 1319 pupils, 94.0 percent attendance. Celestine Wieck, 12, saved Louis Hahn from quicksand in Grand Mound. Denison sheriff arrested two men for a Pacifi Junction theft but released them after later info. Also mentions miscellaneous notes on transport, politics, and rural life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hees
Des Moines
Iowa
Fort Madison
Oklahoma
Texas
Tone Algpedt
Red Oak
Supt. 4. R
Man of the Red Oak
Clinton
Celestine Wieck
Ford Wick
Grand Mound
Louis Hahn
Itch
Celestine
Denison
Sherff Grene
Council Bluffs
Pacifi Junction
Farm Sale Ad Offers No Sale No Commission
Advertisement from Farm BD F Ca Box 495 Olney urging immediate sale for all farm types with no sale and no commission terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olney T
Administrator's Notice for Wm H Pence Estate June 1928
Ed L Pence administrator appointed by the District Court of Apsanoose County to settle the estate of Wm H Pence deceased. Creditors must present claims by lawful authentication and debtors must pay the administrator. Dated June 22 1928.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Apsanoose
Laws
Wm. H. Pence
Gaid
Ed L. Pence
Classified ads listing various sales and notices
Classifieds advertise an Oge riding cultivator for sale by Hoy Elawick and farm loans by Chet Broshar. John Deere mower for sale via B R Stanley. Watkins dealer L C Hamilton seeks a sales worker. Property for sale or trade by E Rufus Easter. Lost between Foster Moravia one balun tire and rim by C N Davis Mystic. Reward offered by Mrs J B Sneed for missing item. Fresh raspberries for sale from Edwards Pruit Farm Lovilia Iowa. Barn stall request from J H McCauley near school. Lost watch with white gold bracelet on July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Rufus Easter
Foster and
Moravia
Balun Tire
Rim
C. N. Davis
Annual Financial Statement Moravia School District 1928
The Independent School District of Moravia Moravia township Taylor Appanoose Monroe counties reports for year ending June 30 1928 filed June 30 1928. The document lists receipts and disbursements including school house fund and current year totals with names of supporters suppliers and institutions involved. It notes balances on hand and totals for receipts and disbursements along with numerous entity references from publishers to suppliers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schonl Farm Pub
E. Ewing
Omaha School Supply Co
F. W. Bluntenatock
St. Paul Book & Station Recelpta School
Pry
Oreaon Co
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Webb Book Pub
D. C. Heath & A. N. Palmer & Co
McKee Co
Jume
Tinh Albia
Pix
Wee
Patton, Inc
Nat'l Office Supply, Co
Remington Hand Co
Dounteday
Marin & Con Strip Co
Hearden
A. Wren
Uniteelephone Burdette
Iowa
Fleming H. Revell Co
Na’ Webster Pub
Allyn & Hacon
Circle
University Pub
Gogaland
Wem
Mit
Gouldner, Trem Office Equipment Co
Teta Tohn C. Winston Co
L. L. Smith Fianc Qo
American Book Co
A. J. Gerts
D. Kennedy
Greates American Machine Co
Heat Lane & Campbell Co
Moravia Oil Co
Bol Sypy
Nelson & Sons
Vege Pub. Co
Public School Pub. Co
G. Broaker & Son
Huth Waugh
Houghton Mifflin Co
Metropolitan Supply Co
Ows State College
P. D
Orter-Bmotter Mfg
Manual Arts Press
Lao W. A. Refeh Lby
Co. Smith Drug Co
Jpal
Zien B. Dahl
Blanche Jennings
M. L. Oppenheimer
Moravia
the John Church Co
Main Bros
Wast Stark & Hiatt
N. B. Ward
Main
Fern Gray, Treas
Perry Mason Co
Noorden Slavin
Frank Landon
J. H
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J. W. Halden
Center
Willé
DE. Bishop
Miss Openheimer
Cline, Brook
Byron Heath
Asia
Mr. and
Mee
Sharp
King Daoud of
Mrs
A. Cs Doud
OWA State News
Wisconsin Woods
Oge
Hoy Elawick
Chet Broshar
John Deer
B. R. Stanley
L C
Hamilton
Watkins
Aljbia
Rnder
Whoal
J. H. McCauley
J. B. Sneed
Edwards Pruit Farm
TOPAL
Farmers & Merchants Savings Bank
Chet Broshar General Insurance
Greenebaum
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