One Man's Hob by Frank E Howard of Elma New Era
Editor Frank E Howard defends Iowa weeklies and the Muscatine Journal in a reflective essay about newspapers as local voices. He notes exchanges with Robert J O Donnell of Morris Run and defends honesty, local focus, and the value of regional press over distant dailies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.raredfaux
Orge M. Hinshaw
The
Journal
the Tribune
News and Tribune
Journal and News-Tribune
Bember
Associated Press
Jerein
Ha Ee Journal
Pally
Musecatins
Towa
State bond issue urged to fund county roads and cement links
Lars Skromme argued against a state bond issue while noting county bonds fund primary roads. Supporters cite completed road systems at current motor taxes, gas tax, and federal aid, benefiting farmers and counties already bonded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lars Skromme
Des Moines
Jhatter
Story
Muscatine County
Skromme
Iowa University to Field Two Football Teams Soon
A campus report notes that Iowa University plans to field two football squads, at least temporarily, as alumni express desire for a single strong team before the university expands to two conference outfits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa University
Left Ear Market Drama Ends Amid Public Scandal
A Chicago society woman abandoned a plan to pay 2500 dollars for a left ear after many women offered theirs and publicity grew tasteless. Scientists value body parts at about 98 cents per chemical component, making an ear worth roughly 11 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Society
Snippet Reflects Local Rumor on Price Disparity
A quoted line references a debate over a price around $2,600 being considered low by Mrs. Grundy, framing it as gossip or eavesdropping material. The fragment signals social perception of value and propriety in the community discourse.
One Man's Hobby Aims at Coal Papers Across the Nation
Frank E. Howard recounts a Pennsylvania man, Mr. Robert J. C. O'Donnell, who collects country newspapers. O'Donnell praises small town papers, recalls Iowa titles like Indianola Record and Decorah Journal, and commends Elma New Era for its quality. He urges exchanges to send copies as a holiday gesture.
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Alta Vista
Germany
Robert J. C. O'Donnell
Morris Run
O’donnells
Elma
New Washington
Iowa
A. P
Mephisto
Faust
O'Donnell
Union
Don Berry
Indianola Record
Muscatine
Decorah
Northwood
England
Ireland
Pennsylvania
Direct Purchase by Packers and Its Effect on Farmers
A correspondent argues that direct buying by packers forces farmers to sell at gate price with no open bidding, limiting competition and possibly harming hog raisers. The piece notes middlemen can aid producers and urges farmers to decide if direct packer sales or commission selling best serve their interests.
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Omaha Bee
The Rise of Color Conscious Gentlemen in Haberdashery
In this Baltimore Evening Sun piece a passing fashion essay notes a shift as men move from plain tarnished basics to color mindful, matching shirts ties socks and even garters. It imagines moods expressed through apparel and foresees Parisian and London influences and pink silk lingerie on show windows.
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Venice
Paris
London
Baltimore Evening Sun
Surgeons and the danger of overuse of surgery
A medical column critiques the push for frequent operations, noting progress in brain and heart surgeries alongside patient demand for surgery as a cure. It warns of wasted mutilation from repeated procedures and urges focus on diet and lifestyle to prevent disease.
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Rose M
Local notes from Lone Tree activity and visits
Mrs Glen Johnston at Hershey hospital recovering from appendicitis. Carl Menzer of WSUI visited his parents in Lone Tree. Numerous local residents, relatives and visitors listed. The junior class play The Patsy was presented Friday to a large crowd.
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Lone Tree
Glen Johnston
Hershey Hospital
Muscatine
Carl Menzer
WSUI
Iowa City
John Menzer
Cora Babbitt
Cedar Falls
Louise Buell
Swisher
H. C. Buell
Ethel Larew
Priscilla Club
Floyd Larew
Nichols
Howard Huskins
West Liberty
Antilla Anderson
Corbett House
South End
Berna Holdeman
Rock Island
Jesse Holdeman
Philip Slinker
Baby
Dora Corbett
Rudolph Petsel
Chicago
Margaret Bell
Iowa University
Patsy
J. C. Voehr
F. C. Jahnke
Iowa
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets for children and health
Promote a healthy start with Dr Edwards Olive Tablets described as a safe vegetable remedy. The ad claims tablets regulate the eliminative tract, aid stomach and bowels, improve digestion and breath, and better skin and eyes, with 39c and 60c sizes.
Drifter Author Erskine Skewers Modern Attitude in Helen of Troy
Mark Byers reviews John Erskine set against Victorian crowd in Helen of Troy and Adam and Eve noting sharp satire of modern self concern. He admires the tour de force yet laments lack of domestic passion to spark real reform.
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John Erskine
Mr. Erskine
Helen of Troy
Lilith
Erskine
Mark Byers
Local residents and visitors log weekend activity
City guests Mrs W H Yakish hosted City. Alice Burr of Iowa City visited the John Burr home over the weekend. A E Baumer departed for Des Moines for several days of business. W R Brewster conducted business in Burlington Saturday. Dr and Mrs L G Kilbourne moved into the Patrick Halligan property in the town’s west area.
Final Rites Held for Mrs Massey in Wapello
Funeral services in Wapello Ia were held for Mrs Massey with Rev B G Hawkins officiating. Special songs were sung by Mrs C A Black and Mrs A J Williamson. Burial followed in Wapello cemetery. Survived by three daughters and two sons including John Massey and Mrs Howard Patrick of Wapello Ray Massey of Index Wash Mrs Jessie Goodly of Davenport and Mrs Belle Milburn of London.
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Wapello
B. G. Hawkins
C. A. Black
A. J. Williamson
John
Frank
Floyd
Lloyd
Ross
Lee Smith
John Massey
Howard Patrick
Ray Massey
Index
Wash
Jessie Goodly
Davenport
Belle Milburn
London
Height of Laziness in Outlook Cartoon
The cartoon dialogue suggests a dog named Rastus howls not from pain but pure laziness as he sits on a thistle, sparking a humorous exchange about suffering versus indolence. The piece frames canine behavior with a regional voice and everyday humor.
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Rastus
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Endorsed in Ad
An old advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as a proven remedy for lingering coughing fits. It claims customers from St. Chicago and a 651 E. 46th address found the product effective and urges readers to buy it wherever available.
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Foley
St. Chicago
Nu Ton e Cure Promises Relief for Indigestion
Get at the cause of indigestion and stomach gas with Nu-Tone. The ad claims Nu-Tone removes the cause, purifies the blood, and sweeps digestion and elimination into line. Available at Haverkamp drug store or any drug store. bottle $1, six for $5. Enclose 10c for a sample bottle to Nu-Tone Co Inc Quincy Ill.
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Stock
Havercamp
Nu-Tone Co, Inc
Quincy
Ill
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the Muscatine Journal and News-Tribune
BY Journal Printing CO
New York
Kansas City
Atlanta
Cone, Rotheneburg & Woes, Inc
Lee Newspaper Syndicate
Frank E. Howard
New Era
Howard
Robert J. O’donnell
O’donnell
Muscatine Journal
Streth
Gynea Service, Inc
Health and Diet Advice
Frank McCoy
WY. G. M
R. L
Ayer
Drifter
T. E. Miller
Henry
Grace Brauns
Burlington
Frances Brauns
Robert McCullough
R. D. McCullough
Will Drake
Paul Longshore
Cecil
Cecil Longshore
J. D. Longshore
Ben Murray
Edith Blanchard
Columbus City
Gale. Blanchard
Leah Campbell
F. M. Mossberry
Columbus Junction
Newport
Lon Moore
Havercamp’s
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