Sunday School Sup’t Rollin James Ends Year With Strong Attendance
Correspondence notes Sup't Rollin James of the Sunday School closes the year with a fine showing. A roll of 151 and an average attendance of 85 are reported. The Merry Workers meet semi monthly at President Bowser's home. Richard Moomey and Rollin Stephenson drove to St. Paul. A popcorn stringing social at Mrs. Fred Richter's to craft decorations. Thirty four attendees enjoyed music and games. Miss Lulu L. Davis and Mr. Horace J. Lee wed December 23 at the bride's mother’s house near Wayland. About fifty guests attended. The ceremony was led by Rev. James M. Pittman. The couple begin housekeeping on the Davis farm three miles west of Wayland Church. The Christian Endeavor service, led by Mr. John H. Nethergall, welcomed two new members. Blue Ridge school held Christmas exercises on December 24 with songs and recitations. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Bond plan a southeastern Iowa visit for two weeks and a family reunion. Mrs. Louisa Ware and husband from Osceola will manage the home affairs in their absence. Miss Bertha M. Dabler of Illinois visits Stephen Dahbler.
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Richard Moomey
Rollin Stephenson
St. Paul
Fred Richter
Lulu L. Davis
Horace J. Lee
Wayland Church
James M. Pittman
Peterson
A A. Hartman
Lee
Davis
H. L. Bond
Iowa
Valley social notes and a court order in Stromsburg
Local residents attend the Ben Hur supper in Osceola and visitors rally for holidays while several travelers return home from Lincoln and Arcadia. A court orders show cause in Polk County probate for E G Stovall estate with license to sell Morrill’s addition lot in Stromsburg. audience to appear February 2 1907 in David City.
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E. G. Stovall
J. W. Matson
Morrill
Stromsburg
Nebraska
David City
Butler Co
E.G. Stovall
Osceola Record
Arthur J. Evans
District Court
Winter Goods and Fur Robes at M. J. Arner's
Shelby shoppers find a full line of winter goods including fur robes plush robes and baker and lockwood horse blankets. Chase Plush robes are advertised with guaranteed quality and favorable prices.
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Baker
Lockwood
M. J. Arner’s
McCall Patterns Tops in United States Market
McCall patterns outsell others due to style accuracy and simplicity. McCall's Magazine claims the most subscribers among ladies magazines. One year costs 50 cents with latest issue at five cents. Every subscriber receives a free McCall pattern. Lady agents sought with premiums or cash commissions. Catalogs of 600 designs and 400 premiums available from The McCall Co. New York.
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United Sages
McCall's Magazine
Queen of Fashion
McCall CO
New
Humor and Cartoons From Classic Jokes and Satires
A collection of lighthearted quips from various papers including Cleveland Plain Dealer and Detroit Tribune. Jests touch on soap, germs, and everyday mischief with playful exchanges between characters. A conversational collage of witty lines and social anecdotes.
Nothin Doin Guest Tries a Hot Roll in Cheap Eatery
In a humorous exchange a guest jokes about affording a hot roll in a cheap restaurant. The waiter replies bluntly, insisting the guest cannot pretend to have money to burn and would not perform stunts if a hot roll were available.
Objection to Homeownership Sparks Quiet Debate
The husband argues economizing will allow buying a home, while the wife worries about losing freedom to modify the house. She voices concern that she could not drive nails or alter walls in their own property.
Old light-weight champion once a coal dealer
Giles recalls the man across the street as a former light-weight champion who later became a coal dealer, with Miles remarking he no longer looks like a fighter.
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Giles
Miles
Fragmented gossip and casual engagements in city columns
In Chicago and Philadelphia papers a string of lighthearted exchanges and social sniping unfolds. Miss Ascum breaks an engagement. Miss Figtie explains sentimental reasons. Mrs Hyde Parker questions Lakefront marriage choices. Mrs Lakeshore Driver parodies courting aims.
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Miss Ascum
Me Wonders Cheese It Cop Cry Scene In Courier Journal
Fragmentary item references boys scattering as cops shout and a statesman contemplates the scene. The Louisville Courier Journal notes an exclamatory cry and a murmur about someone shouting cheese on the floor.
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Statesman
Louisville Courier-Journal
Old World Sayings and Domestic Mischief in Humor
A Washington Star joke column blends rural life humor with a kitchen misadventure. The piece features a family dialogue about country vacations and a domestic mishap over macaroni, highlighting cultural misunderstandings and playful banter.
New Hymn Debut Shifts Choir Rehearsal Plans
Nell urges Belle to attend choir rehearsal as they prepare a new hymn. Belle declines, noting she cannot come while Phil schedules the session to try the new hymn, reflecting a small local scene from the Philadelphia Ledger.
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Nell
Belle
Philadelphia Ledger
Smilin' Crimulus on a Family Bluff
The exchange features Mrs Tattler and Little Clarence arguing over grandpa’s image and a punchline about a chloroform bottle, showcasing domestic humor and a sly misunderstanding.
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Clarence
Fragmented Script Nonsense From Local Page
The readable lines show quirky exchanges about clothes making, hotel introductions, astrology, and a tired mother seeking rest. A creditor visit hints at financial strain and a seaside setting emerges through scattered dialogue. The piece resembles a mix of humor and domestic vignette with unnamed speakers.
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Polk County
Osceola Hardware & Furniture Co
Wayland
Sup’t Rollin James
The
Merry Workers
Bowser
Christian Endeavor Service
John H. Nethergall
Blue Ridge
Bertha M. Dabler
Illinois
Stephen Dahbler
Valley
Osceola
Edith
Kelly Younger
Geo. Mace
Laura Timm
Rev. Webster
Silver Creek
Fairview
Gordon Mace
Roy Parkis
Charley Hoffer
Lincoln
Mr. Cook
G. Hendrickson
Elmer Webster
Axel Johnson
Walter Cremeen
Arcadia
L. B. Reitz
A. O. Monson
John Christian
Ed Hester
John Luther’s
Mr. and
Mrs. Giles Cole
Mrs. Bates
Charley Wilcox
Elizabeth Wisely
Mrs. Harve Wisely
J.C. Fleming
Mrs
Wilbur Carter
Crouse's
Foland
Gene Fineey
Shelby
Dorsey Bros
Rogers
John Deere Corn
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cobb
Hobb
Detredt
Tribune
Miss Cayenne
Mr. Bliggin
Washington Star
Willie
Grabcoyne
Detroy Tribune
Chicago
Hyde Parker
Mig Lakefront
Mr Parker
Lakeshore
Perhang
Theo
Parker
Cleveland
Simkins
Tinkins
Timkins
Papa
Mamma
Gracie—O
Tatler
Vininia
Millie
Pipes
Rogers Bros., Osu
Ati
Fesss Oy
N. D
George Ward
Cromwey
FOSS
Mr. Tightfist
Troit Free Press
Rodrick
van Albert
Fount
Gunner
Guyer
Hornes
Madamou
Youny Bay
Caluh
Barrie
Owen
Asstareyess
Mem
Dr. M Shaw
First National Bank
W M Johnston
FHA
Ball Notary Public & Abstractor
Johnston & Ball
Healdh Block
Dr. So
M. A. Mills
H. C. Beett
Mills, Mills & Lawyer
Ann
Hades
Natean
Glair L LeMar
P.C
E. L. King, M. Be, Bittner
Bing and
Bittner
M. Josephine McChesney
M. D
North First Nat. Bank
E.R. Ware
Oliver Westberg
Ware & Westberg Auctioneers
Willery Counties
Respect
Snerbrask
Anne
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