Communism Experiments in Early Indiana and Indiana City
Uncle Joe Cannon recounts 19th century experiments in Indiana and nearby Harmony led by George Rapp and Robert Owen. It covers Harmonie then New Harmony, Owen’s aims for education and culture, and the colony’s rise and dissolution in 1827. The piece contrasts Hoosier values with Owen’s idealism and notes Lincoln’s influence and Indiana literary output.
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Saturday Evening Post
Joe Cannon
Indiana
Illinois
Wabash
Posey County
Robert Owen
New Harmony
George Rapp
Ohd
Rapp
Ohio
Harmonie
Pennsylvania
George Flower
Linois
Flower
Owen
New Lanark
Scotland
Geo. Flower
America
Europe
Robert Dale Owen
Union
Spencer County
Kentucky
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
James Whitcomb Riley
Ralph Partlett Sets Lyceum Night With Big Business
Ralph Partlett presents Big Business as the featured lyceum number, praised as one of the standout acts of the course. The return engagement follows his performance here three years ago, with the event slated for April 8.
Turkey Calls for Aid to Afters Belief and Hunger
In a plea attributed to Wasam Howanp Tart, the message urges Turks to donate to relief for feeble and starving millions, stressing that every cent contributes to actual food aid and relief.
Northern Alberta Peace River Country described in detail
The letter discusses Northern Alberta and the Peace River region near Edmonton, noting the arduous access via the Edson Trail, the diminishing Hudson Bay Company grip, and the Dominion government rail expansion to Grand Prairie. It describes land, timber, soil, climate, and agricultural potential, including crops and coal nearby.
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Chas. Millward
J. B. M. Smith
Newberg
Peace River Country
Hudson Bay Fur ,Co
Dominion
Grand Rie
Edmonton
England
Iowa
North
South Dakota
Montana
Colorado
Eastrn
Oregon
Minnesota
Washington
Peace River
Alberta
Red Willow
Vancouver
B. C
Grand Prairie
Hythe
J. M. Grieve
Spokane
Industrial fair prospects and regional climate notes
Report on agricultural prospects at an industrial fair in Prospect with notes on soil yields and climate. Describes wheat barley and alfalfa potential, chinook winds moderating winter, and travel costs to Edmonton and Vancouver. Also details plans for a Newberg school children exhibit and possible county funding for premiums.
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State Experiment Farm
Pees
Passe Coupes
Middle States
S. Duncan
N. C. Maris
Department of Education
Newberg
Whale
Duncan
County Fair Fund
R. J. Moore
Commercial Club
Referendum Question Raised on Prohibition Joint Resolution
Dan J. Malarkey of Portland filed petitions for approval and ballot title to apply the referendum to the legislature's joint resolution ratifying the national prohibition amendment. Key issue is whether a joint resolution is subject to referendum after effect and whether the amendment's ratification is reviewable, with Supreme Court action likely.
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Salem
Oregonian
Dan J. Malarkey
Portland
Secretary of State
Malarkey
Karl Herbring
East
Ash Street
Brown
Senate
Fernwood Ladies Honor Mrs. Bryant With Birthday Surprise
Fernwood Red Cross members gathered at Mrs. A. S. Bryant's home to honor her birthday. The group arrived bearing treats in appreciation of her hospitality hosting Red Cross sewing sessions. A luncheon followed with a cake baked by Mrs. Sam L. Parrett serving as centerpiece for twenty three guests.
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Sam. L. Parrett
Special Meetings at Friends Church Faith Revival
The Friends church and college held special meetings ending last Sabbath with eighteen professing to have been led to Christ. The revival spirit strengthens the church and inspires ongoing evangelistic services each Saturday night, inviting all without a regular home church to attend. Pastor Fred E. Carter urges continued participation by Friends.
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Friends Church
Christ
Friends
Fred E. Carter
Piano Recital by Miss Jessie Britt at Presbyterian Church
Pupils of Miss Jessie Britt perform a piano recital at the Presbyterian church Monday evening March 24 at eight o'clock. Mrs. Charles A. Morris, soprano, will assist on the program. Admission free and the public is invited.
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Jessie Britt
Presbyterian Church
Charles A. Morris
Also Mentioned on This Page
Uncle Joe Cannon
Ralph Parlett
Turkey
Armegians
Wasam Howanp Tart
Fernwood
Mrs. Bryant
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